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Window Seat 02 May 24
Thursday | May 2 2024THE age-old practice of tourists flagrantly disregarding their personal safety in pursuit of the perfect photo may never disappear, but officials in Hawaii are certainly going to try.
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TD breaking news – Tourism WA’s Carolyn Turnbull to step down/VA-Air NZ c’share gets green light
Wednesday | May 1 2024The DMO’s Executive Director, Strategy and Engagement, Stephanie Underwood, will fill the role until a permanent…
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Sinfields celebrate 40 yrs
Wednesday | May 1 2024SENIOR figures from across the Australian travel industry have gathered in Hobart today to commemorate a major milestone for Robyn and Murray Sinfield.
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ATIA evolves ATAS terms
Wednesday | May 1 2024THE Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) has evolved its ATAS complaints resolution process to allow for non-economic losses to be considered to conserve time and costs for both members and consumers.
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Games model was “flawed”
Wednesday | May 1 2024A PROMINENT events planner has lashed the Vic Government’s lack of planning around its now-abandoned hosting rights of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
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QF scrambles to fix app
Wednesday | May 1 2024QANTAS has resolved a technical problem with its app, which resulted in customers being able to see other passenger’s details and boarding passes on their devices.
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Kimpton heading for brisbane
Wednesday | May 1 2024QUEENSLAND will become the home of Australia’s second Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants property, with IHG confirming it will debut the brand in the River City in 2028.
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There’s really no place like Home
Wednesday | May 1 2024THE turnout for Robyn and Murray Sinfield’s Home Travel Company 40th anniversary today (see p1) has seen a who’s who of the Australian travel sector gather to honour this legendary couple who are a testament to the value, customer service and distribution provided by travel agents – and the joy that a career in the industry can bring. The pair marked the milestone at the Hobart Convention Centre, welcoming not just clients but also key suppliers, competitors and industry colleagues at the event.
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VA Lite on the GDS
Wednesday | May 1 2024VIRGIN Australia has confirmed that its Lite fares are now accessible through GDS.
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Outback savings
Wednesday | May 1 2024APT has extended its outback sale, with travellers able to save thousands on 2024 itineraries including the 15-day ‘Kimberley Complete’ journey – see p8.