News
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Airbnb app refresh
Tuesday | Jul 8 2025IPHONE users can now book Airbnb stays using Apple Pay, following an update to the holiday rental marketplace’s app.
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Etihad FF comp
Tuesday | Jul 8 2025ETIHAD has launched the second phase of its frequent flyer competition, The Extraordinary Challenge, now open to Etihad Guest members.
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Sofitel hires GM
Tuesday | Jul 8 2025SOFITEL Sydney Darling Harbour has announced new GM Sam Panetta (pictured), taking over from Greg Brady who recently retired.
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A Cotswolds Chrissy
Tuesday | Jul 8 2025ORMINA Tours has announced a new festive itinerary, the ‘Cotswolds Christmas Experience’, now available to book for the 2025 and 2026 holiday seasons.
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PTMs treated to Thai escape
Tuesday | Jul 8 2025A handful of personal travel managers from TravelManagers Australia recently had the opportunity to explore the Banyan Tree Group properties across Thailand.
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Kiwi icon up for sale
Tuesday | Jul 8 2025ONE of New Zealand’s most iconic buildings, the Cardrona Hotel near Queenstown, is on the market for the first time in more than a decade.
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Harvey launches business
Monday | Jul 7 2025FORMER Council of Australian Tour Operators Head of Partnerships, Brett Harvey (pictured), has gone out on his own, launching a new enterprise aimed at connecting int’l travel brands with the Australian sector.
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TAF inks CATO training deal
Monday | Jul 7 2025TRAVEL Agent Finder (TAF) has forged a new partnership with the Council of Australian Tour Operators’ (CATO) Touring Academy, introducing a dedicated Touring Specialist badge to its Specialist Badges program.
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ESTA doubles to US$40
Monday | Jul 7 2025UNDER the terms of the recently approved ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ in the United States, the ESTA fee will almost double from US$21 to US$40.
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Solomons eye recovery
Monday | Jul 7 2025GROWTH and recovery is on the agenda for the Solomon Islands, from developing its telco infrastructure to bringing local tourism operators up to speed, according to Fiona Teama, Head of Sales and Marketing from Tourism Solomons.