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THE American Society of Travel THE Association of National Agents is looking for a new head, Tourist Office Representatives in new opportunity! after the sudden resignation of Australasia will hold the first of its ceo William Maloney this month. 2010 industry seminars on Thu 25 Cover-More is Australia’s largest Travel Insurance provider focused on “keeping travel Maloney, who’s been in charge Mar from 3-5pm. agents in the game”. We are a global organisation that recognises individual and team of ASTA for the last 11 years, said Speakers will include Angela efforts and who believes in our products and our people. his departure was due to a Smith from Roy Morgan Research, Due to maternity leave and the continued growth of our business, two exciting job “disagreement about renewal Peter Smith of Zuji and former opportunities have become available in our sales team. terms” of his contract. IATA regional director Andrew A competitive salary package, including a fully maintained company vehicle and generous bonus scheme will be offered to the successful candidates. ASTA has undergone major Drysdale, with the event taking restructuring in recent years, with place at the Bowlers Club in York the organisation suffering a series Street, Sydney. state sales manager business of annual losses, reducing staff The event will also include the WA/SA/NT development and the size of its board. ANTOR agm - http://tr.im/SsB7. 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LAN to Galapagos Pre-World Cup tournament LAN Ecuador has announced it Pre-World Cup tournament will commence a regular service Travel DailyAU First with the news between Quito and Guayaquil to the Galapagos Islands from Sep. Mon 22 Mar 10 Page 5 LAN Ecuador will operate the EDITORS: Bruce Piper and Guy Dundas route using an Airbus A320 jet. E-mail: [email protected] MEANWHILE, LAN Airlines’s sales Alaska tax cut back senior manager Australia & NZ, Karl Hecht has been appointed as ALASKA’S Governor Sean Parnell sales director, West Coast USA, is hopeful of luring cruise lines effective Apr 2010. back to the US state by reducing Hecht will be responsible for its controversial cruise passenger passenger sales and strategy on tax by 25%. LAN flights from Los Angeles to Some of the world’s biggest Santiago, Chile, Lima, Peru on THE Africa Safari Co. recently cruise brands, including Princess, points beyond South America and hosted an educational for a lucky Royal Caribbean, Holland America will based in the US. bunch of Jetset Travelworld Group Line and Norwegian Cruise Line A replacement for Hecht’s role agents to South Africa. have scaled back their Alaskan in Aus/NZ will be named soon. The group were captured below itineraries in the past two FURTHERMORE, Scenic Tours is bringing soccer to the hosts of the seasons, due in most part, to the offering a partner fly free deal on 2010 FIFA World Cup, in a “Wild” high levy. its 2011/2012 29-day Galapagos setting on the Leopard Hills Private If granted approval by the Cruise and Icons of South America Game Reservie in the Sabi Sands Alaska legislature, the US$46 per itinerary. boardering the Kruger NP. head surcharge will be rolled back The tour combines a South The match was complete with with the Golden Cup, presented to US$36.50. American trip with a three or four all creatures great and small, with to the agents as the winning team Cruiseabout growth night sailing aboard MV Galapagos linesmen carrying rifles instead of despite the one all score. Legend, staying in a Junior Suite. flags, and for support was a lone The agents include Kate Driver, FLIGHT Centre intends to ride Prices lead in at $18,180 ex bull elephant (right) doing his own Travelworld Naracoorte; Shonel the cruising wave, this morning SYD/MEL/BNE for the first person version of the Mexican wave. O’Byrne, Jetset Busselton; Sarah announcing that it intends to open and $16,190 for the second pax. Money was raised by the players Savage, Travelworld Allendale Sq; at least 10 more of its Cruiseabout For info phone 1300 723 642. of the game and donated to one Daniel Bromley, Jetset Woodvale; stores over the next financial of the orphanages that Leopard Cherly Moore, Jetset Marion St; year. Bomb on board IT Hills supports. 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As a result has three exciting opportunities Centre, while Sladen was formerly in a marketing role at the Four within the team, all three positions report to the Director, Global Helen Wong’s Tours 1300 788 328 Distribution. Seasons Chinzan-So, Tokyo. Manager, Industry & Trade Marketing Permanent – Salary $79,166 pa This management position is based in Darwin and is responsible for developing marketing and communications programs to engage NT tourism stakeholders in Tourism NT marketing activity. The successful candidate will be a marketing and communications professional and Super Incentive Program Manager (Sydney) have experience in developing Business-to-Business marketing programs in support of consumer lead brand campaigns. Stella Travel Services Group is a leading integrated travel network Manager, Trade Engagement comprising Stella Travel Services Australia/New Zeland and Stella Permanent – Salary $85,139 pa Travel Services UK. With operations in Australia, New Zealand, the This Sydney based position will, through education and relationship United Sates, South Africa and the United Kingdom, Stella Travel building be responsible for motivating the tourism distribution network Services operates a network of more than 2500 retail and corporate to sell the NT as a destination offering world class nature and culture travel outlets, online travel platforms, airline representation and experiences. The successful candidate will have a strong ticketing agencies and wholesale holiday packaging franchises. understanding of global tourism distribution channels and will work We currently have an exciting opportunity available for a Super closely with the Manager, Industry & Trade Marketing to drive the Incentive Program Manager to join our Travel Related Services Team implementation of a Trade Engagement Strategy ensuring all partner and manage the channel partner loyalty programs accross the Stella activity aligns to and enhances Tourism NT marketing activity. Travel Services Franchise and Member retail networks in Australia. Manager, e-Enablement Your key focus is to run incentive strategies to drive preferred Temporary six month position – Salary $79,166 pa supplier sales through the networks to align with the business This position, based in Darwin, will be responsible for driving Tourism objectives. As part of this you will ensure incentive programs are NT’s e-Enablement strategy that aims to increase NT tourism stakeholder’s online and digital capacity to take advantage of the managed effectively across the retail business and work with the advancement of online distribution and digital media. The successful various stakeholders to drive and motivate high performance. candidate will have a sound knowledge of online distribution channels To be successful in this role you will have experience in channel within the tourism industry and a rounded technical knowledge of the partner loyalty programs, strong analytical ability, attention to online environment in relation to web site design and maintenance. detail, the ability to work under pressure, and a highly developed Applications close Tuesday 6th April 2010 understanding of retail travel industry and small business. For a detailed job description and further information please visit To apply for this role please send your CV to tourismnt.com or contact HR on 08 8951 8495. [email protected] Kirra name change NEW Zealand specialist Kirra Tours has today announced that "ROCHURESOFTHE7EEK Travel DailyAU it’s changing its name to Kirra First with the news Holidays, to reflect its Mon 22 Mar 10 Page 7 “diversified range of holiday WELCOME to Brochures of the Week, Travel Daily’s Mon feature. EDITORS: Bruce Piper and Guy Dundas experiences to suit most travellers If your firm is releasing a new brochure you’d like to make the E-mail: [email protected] to New Zealand”. industry aware of, send a brief description summarising its features and itineraries, including a PDF of the front cover, and contact details to [email protected]. Australian Capital Tourism - Canberra 2010 Win a luxury trip to Abu Dhabi ACT has released their Autumn brochure for Canberra. The area has lots to offer with the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority is giving one Travel Daily reader and their guest the chance to visit and experience the rich culture and hospitality of Masterpieces from Paris featuring Van Gogh, this charming Arabian Gulf emirate. Gauguin and Cezanne pieces. Learn how water Beautiful weather, pristine beaches, captivating oases, dramatic was made at the National Museum of Australia’s desertscapes, vibrant city life and centuries-old culture and traditions Water H20=Life or visit the Australian War come together in Abu Dhabi to create an experience like no other. Your luxurious prize will include: Return economy flights to Abu Dhabi Memorial’s Of Love and War. For a copy of the (ex Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane), 4 nights accommodation at the 5* brochure visit www.visitcanberra.com.au. beachfront Fairmont Bab Al Bahr, Arabian Adventures City Spectacular Tour, Sundowner Dune Safari and return airport transfers. For the month of March, simply answer our daily question correctly and Adventure World - China and Russia 2010 this intriguing Arabian holiday for two could be yours. Adventure World has combined its 2010 programs Send your daily answers to [email protected]. for China, Russia and the Trans-Siberian region in The deadline for all answers is 12:00pm Thursday 1st April 2010. this new brochure which features an extensive Full terms & conditions available at www.traveldaily.com.au range of new tours, rail itineraries, hotels and Q-1. What is the name given to the tradition of sightseeing options. As well as rail options in elaborately painting ladies’ hands and feet with a Siberia and Mongolia, there are also new short- dark brown natural dye? stay Essential and Uncovered packages in the major destinations of China and Russia. Call 1300 295 049.

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Insight Tattoo space Free Sinalei meals INSIGHT Vacations says all of its SAMOA’S Sinalei Reef Resort & Edinburgh Military Tattoo will run Spa is providing guests staying at as ‘Definite Departures’ now after the resort for the first month reaching their minimum numbers after its 01 Apr reopening, free CORPORATE TRAVEL CONSULTANT - to operate. breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The Military Tattoo has been The promotion is available to MULTI SKILLED incorporated into Insight’s 9-day combine with a ‘Stay 4, Pay 2’ Our next phase of our Perth expansion is happening right Best of Britain tour on 04 and 25 deal that’s currently on offer. now and you could be a part of these exciting new times. Aug, the 11-day Elegance of Great Sinalei will be applying the We are looking for experienced multi skilled travel Britain trip on 05 and 19 Aug, and finishing touches to rebuilding consultants who pride themselves on their fantastic the 13-day Britain & Ireland work during Apr, which follows customer service. Explorer tour on 08 and 24 Aug. last years devastating cyclone. To be succesful in this role, you will have: • Strong customer service skills • Experience working as a travel consultant for min 2 year • Knowledge of fares and ticketing including both domestic and international In return, we will offer you a competitive base salary and attractive employee benefits. You will actively contribute to the ongoing success of the organisation. This will be your dream corporate role, if it sounds like you, no messing, apply now ! ! Applications to Craig Webber , Manager WA Voyager Travel Perth [email protected] 1300 528 067

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Terms and Conditions Valid for any Qantas Sales ticketed via Air Tickets or via SmartTickets Online between 15 February and 04 April 2010 for departures on Qantas on or before 30 June 2010. The prize winners will come from the agencies which have the greatest growth each week during the promotion period of 15 February to 04 April 2010 and have issued a minimum of $8,000 in net ticketed sales on Qantas via Air Tickets or SmartTickets Online. A minimum of 10% growth in Qantas sales versus the same period last year is required. One prize winner will be selected across the Stella Group each week and will win that week’s 7 WONDERS prize. Winners will be notifi ed at the conclusion of the promotion. The prizes must be utilised by an international travel consultant (and their partner of choice) employed full-time by the winning travel agencies. Prizes are non refundable, and cannot be exchanged for cash. All travel is subject to embargoes and availability. Travel Insurance, Visas and any FBT implications are the responsibility of the winning consultant. Stella Travel Services and Qantas Airways reserve the right to withdraw or change the conditions of the promotion at any time.