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Jetstar to fly to the biggest towns in NZ starting with ‘N’ New Plymouth Auckland Flights are operated by Eastern Australia Airlines for Jetstar Airways. New TAANZ Logo Canada Requirement SQ’s New History- TAANZ has released a new logo as it Foreigners flying to or transiting prepares to launch its new website and through Canada will need an electron- campaign to promote the benefits of ic travel authorisation (eTA) from 15 Making Flights using a TAANZ member. Mar, Air New Zealand advises. Clients S i n g a p o r e who don’t hold the eTA will be denied Airlines will become boarding. The rule affects citizens the first airline in from countries who do not need a visa history to connect to enter Canada. The eTA is valid for Australia and New The logo, which TAANZ has been five years or until passport expiry, and Zealand’s capital cit- working on for the last few months, costs CAD7pp. See canada.ca/eta ies with its new Cap- has been refreshed to reflect TAANZ ital Express route as a ‘modern and contemporary mem- Uber A Chopper launching 20 Sep, bership organisation’, the association Uber is reported to be working Airbus the airline confirmed today. The flights further prove SQ’s ‘strong says. Its new website launches in May, to provide on-demand helicopter The flights will also make SQ the first commitment to the New Zealand and TAANZ will be encouraging con- services. The company has offered non transtasman carrier to operate market’, Wah added. This year SQ sumers to look out for the TAANZ logo its UberChopper service before for from more than two destinations in will celebrate 40 years of service into when booking travel. special events, and is now partnering New Zealand. Auckland and 30 years into Christ- Members can continue to use the old with Airbus on the pilot project. “We’re extremely proud to be the first church. logo in their website and marketing airline to provide non-stop flights Wellington Airport, which wants to material but TAANZ is asking mem- 7 Pages This Issue between the New Zealand and Aus- extend its runway to allow more in- bers to replace it with the new logo by tralian capital cities and are especially ternational flights, was also happy to the end of 2016. There’s also an ‘Ap- News...... p1-2, p4-6 pleased to be introducing more in- welcome its only widebody aircraft. proved TAANZ Broker’ logo. Cruising Today...... p3 ternational travel options to our New Airport boss Steve Sanderson said he For details and to access the logo, head Destination New South Wales...... p7 Zealand customers,” says executive was thrilled to welcome SQ after ‘some to the Members Zone at taanz.org.nz vice president commercial Mak Swee two years of discussions’. Wah. “New Zealand is a very impor- tant part of our global route network . . . The Flights The earlybird gets the savings! and is a popular destination for visi- The service will operate four times a Rob Driver Guide tors from around the globe.” week (subject to regulatory approval), While the appeal for politicians is using a 266-seat retrofitted 777-200 Wonders of the obvious, SQ is confident the flights aircraft, with 38 business class seats Kimberley will also be a success with leisure and and 228 in economy. Fares for the corporate passengers, says Wah. new service will be on sale from 25 Save up to $600 per couple The widebody flights continue on Jan, with return flights starting from When you pay by 15 Feb 2016* from Canberra to Singapore, with $1808 WLG-SIN and $587 WLG-CBR. 11 day Guided Holiday from a 75 minute stopover, giving Wel- Pictured: 1 Deputy mayor Justin Les- per person twin share* $5653 Darwin to Broome lingtonians better access to SQ’s ter, Singapore Airlines vice president global network. The service opens commercial Mak Swee Wah and Wel- *Conditions apply up the ‘most direct international air lington Airport ceo Steve Sanderson. route from Wellington to Asia’, says 2 SQ’s general manager New Zealand WLG deputy mayor Justin Lester. Simon Turcotte. UNFORGETTABLE EUROPE RIVER CRUISING Europe’s Most Luxurious River Ships and Land Journeys ASK ABOUT OUR 2016 SPECIALS News & Product All Blacks Tours

FriWed 15 20 May Jan 15 16 P3p2 Ups Commission Fiji InterCon ID Rates All Blacks Tours has improved the sold out, and a link to register inter- way it pays commission as it looks est in the 2017 Lions tour has ‘gone The InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort to work more closely with the nuts’, he says. All Blacks is the OTA and Spa is offering industry rates trade, who it says are ‘very, very for the tour. from FJD390pn in a pool view room, important’ to the company. “I think that’s on the strength of how including breakfast for two, and resort Agents bring in some 30-40% of All well the team has gone last year,” he activities like scuba dive lessons. Two Blacks Tours’ business each year, and says. children under 12 stay free in existing QF’s New Amenity Kits have shown ‘fantastic support’ in the This year’s schedule includes the bedding. In Apr, the resort is also of- Qantas has teamed up with three years since it was formed, says Steinlager series, when the All Blacks fering industry rates from FJD530 for Country Road to launch its new general manager David Caldwell. will square off against Wales (provid- Club InterContinental, which includes range of amenity kits for Premi- They’ve also been vocal with feed- ing a sneak peek into the 2017 Lions private check in and out, Wi-Fi, after- um Economy customers. Avail- back about where they’d like to see tour); the Investec Rugby Cham- noon high tea, two hours of sunset able from 26 Jan, the unisex kits changes, particularly in how (and pionship which includes a tour of cocktails and canapes, access to the include a Country Road branded how much) commission is paid. Argentina and South Africa; and the adults only lounge and infinity pool, eye mask, socks, toothbrush and “We had quite a convoluted commis- end of year tour to Italy, Ireland and and a private holiday planner. For toothpaste. sion structure and our commission France. The team is also rumoured details email [email protected] was probably a bit less then agents to be returning to Chicago in Nov, Kiwis Heart Coffee were used to,” Caldwell says. “We’ve however Caldwell couldn’t comment EK Ups Africa Flights scrapped all that and it’s a flat 10% on the reports. Emirates is increasing capacity on its Air New Zealand’s mobile app today [on the land component].” • All Blacks Tours hosted agents to Zambia and Zimbabwe flights from registered its one millionth coffee breakfast with the All Blacks this 01 Feb, when it replaces its current order in its lounges since going live in morning, see p4 for photos. A340-300 service with a 777-300ER. Aug 2014—and nearly half of those . . . Phenomenal Year It’s good timing as All Blacks Tours were for the Kiwi favourite flat white. is anticipating a big year, with book- The baristas at selected NZ lounges in ings already coming in far ahead of Australia and New Zealand make an schedule. Business Development average 2500 coffees a day. “It’s been different this year as we’ve Executive – New Zealand VA Future Check-in had a phenomenal surge in bookings, typically we wouldn’t see a booking Virgin Australia is the first carrier Fiji Airways operates an extensive international network across the until about Mar,” says Caldwell. “Typ- to offer SITA’s new ‘Future Check-In’ Pacific connecting New Zealand to Fiji, USA, Asia and the South ically we’re at the beach or watching services, which include world-first hy- Pacific. Fiji Airways wishes to appoint a Business Development the cricket, no one’s thinking about Executive based In Auckland to help support the ambitious growth brid desks that can switch from self- t he r u g by.” of the airline. service bag drop mode to full-service The Bledisloe test in Sydney is almost The role will be responsible for maximizing revenue sales for Fiji Airways. traditional counters. The desks have Proven revenue generation and travel industry sales experience is been launched at the new domestic essential. The role is challenging, you must be a great presenter, have terminal at Perth Airport. a professional manner, be passionate when it comes to dealing with SEE PAGE 7 people and have a can do approach. ISSN 1176-5275 The successful applicant must have: Travel Today (incorporating Tabs New AF-KLM Kiosks • Proven revenue generation and sales experience in the travel on Travel) is published by industry (minimum 3 years) Tabs on Travel Ltd, New Zealand. 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Croatia Cruising OLife Extras Traveller Perks As Croatia Times Travel has released Oceania Cruises has introduced a new specials for select small ship new evolution to its popular OLife cruising and tour & cruise combos. promotion by allowing clients to Un-Cruise Turns 20 Highlights include a seven-night choose from a variety of compli- Adriatic Deluxe Cruise, departing mentary amenities when booking a Un-Cruise Adventures is rolling and in this year, launches in Ga- 21 or 28 May, visiting Brac, Korcula, cruise from its 2016 Collection. The out a number of perks for clients lápagos, Costa Rica and Panama. Dubrovnik, Miljet and more, which amenities include free unlimited to help celebrate its 20th anni- “We have seen the Kiwi traveller is priced from $1630 for the lower internet access and a choice of a bev- versary—during which time its fully embrace the Un-Cruise Adven- deck—a saving of $340pp—and erage package, free shore excursions small ship style of cruising has tures style of cruising, in particular from $1895 for the main deck—a or a shipboard credit. The number been fully embraced by Kiwis, the smaller number of passengers, saving of $440pp. All other departures of complimentary shore excursions says World Journeys. the casual and friendly atmosphere, save 10%. Clients must book and pay offered and the amount of shipboard Un-Cruise launched as American and the more in-depth experience by 15 Feb. Its seven-night Dubrovnik credit is dependent on the length Safari Cruises with one yacht in of the destination—you’re not just to Zadar cruise, departing 21 May is of the cruise—ranging from three 1996, rebranded to Un-Cruise in floating by from a great distance, now priced from $1630pp, a saving shore excursions or a $300 credit 2013, and in five years from 2009 you actually get out and experience of $170pp, for booking and payment for voyages up to nine days to five expanded its fleet from three yachts it, whether it be on forest hikes, by 29 Jan; its Secrets of the Adriatic shore excursions and $500 credit for to eight ships, while doubling its kayaking, or just meeting the locals,” cruise, departing 12 Jun, is now priced sailings 14 days or longer. The pro- destinations from four to eight. It says World Journeys’ Caroline Clegg. from $1410pp, a saving of $140pp, for motion is valid for six months and is now offers small ship cruising in The wholesalers’ best seller is the bookings and payment by 29 Jan. E- scheduled to conclude 30 Jun. Alaska; coastal Washington; Colum- Discoverer’s Glacier Discovery mail [email protected] for further bia & Snake Rivers; Hawaii; British Country, and Clegg adds World sale itineraries and full details. Variety On Top Columbia, Canada; and Mexico; Journeys is ‘happy to see that in Variety Cruises has been selected 2016 there is also the opportunity Scenic Eclipse Microsite as the number one Boutique Cruise to enjoy this cruise aboard the Wil- Scenic has launched a microsite for Line Worldwide by the annual USA Explore The Galapagos derness Adventurer at a lower price its new ocean cruising ship, Scenic Today Best of 10 contest, advises Dis- Clients looking to explore the range’. Eclipse, which features detailed in- cover the World. The line was voted Galapagos Islands and get up close formation and a video. See scenic. into the top spot by USA Today’s and personal with wildlife can make . . . 2016 Perks com.au/eclipse readers. the most of GO Holidays’ packages, Perks being offered to customers with savings of up to $740pp. High- this year include new chairman’s lights include a nine-night expedi- theme cruises sailing with a com- tion from $9409pp s/t; expedition pany owner and leader; a celebra- cruises with Celebrity Cruises and tory toast and anniversary dessert Lindblad Expeditions; as well as Peru extravaganza aboard every trip in extensions, including Machu Picchu. 2016; giveaways; limited edition Valid for sales to 29 Feb and select gear; and 20th anniversary savings departures Feb-Dec 2017. GO has on select cruise dates, which will be full details. updated throughout year.

Wholesale Travel Consultant – Cruise HOT Product – Tangihua Street, Auckland • Awarded ‘Best Travel Agency Brand’ at the 2013, 2014 and 2015 National Travel Industry Awards • Randstad’s most attractive Employer Brand Awards 2015 – placed in top 12! As Wholesale Consultant – Cruise, based at Tangihua Street, Auckland CBD, you’ll be part of a dynamic team providing exceptional sales and service to our customers. You’ll be handling telephone and email enquiries from travel agents across the country, drawing on your cruise knowledge to provide recommendations and book cruise holidays. The key to your success in this role will be: • A track record of excellence in customer service and sales • High level of knowledge on cruise product • 3ro¿ciency in various cruise booking systems • Hold minimum Accredited Cruise Consultant C/IA quali¿cation • Team player and independent thinker Are you a cruise specialist looking for a change and ready to go on an unforgettable journey with a company who not only understands travel Viva’s Two For One End Of The World inside out but is constantly exploring new ways to re-invent it? Viva Expeditions advises agents it has a two for the price of one offer for Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to its three-night 04 Mar End of the World voyage aboard expedition ship Rose Fong-Anthony at [email protected] MV Via Australis. Clients will take in Tierra del Fuego and Patagonia on a Applications close: Wednesday, 3rd of February 2016. roundtrip adventure from Ushuaia. It is priced from $3935 for two. houseoftravel.co.nz/careers News & Product ABs On That One Drunk Kiwi All Blacks Tours hosted agents in the crowd at their away games. When the MC asked the Kiwis to to a breakfast with some of the Whitelock said Kiwis are easy to pick cheer, ‘if Twickenham had a roof, it FriWed 15 20 May Jan 15 16 P3p4 players this morning, where they out of the crowd, particularly when probably would have blown off’, he were quizzed on their travel hab- the stadium is silent in a crucial mo- said. “It was like a home game for 1 its—and just how much it means ment in the game. “The crowd goes us,” he says. “It was pretty amazing to them to have Kiwis travelling to completely quiet and you definitely to know that far away from home we watch them play. hear that one drunk Kiwi that always had that much support.” ABT General manager Da- yells something out,” he said. “It’s There you have it—anyone looking vid Caldwell asked players Vic- awesome.” for a reason to sell a reluctant client tor Vito, , TJ During the Rugby World Cup final last on a tour following the All Blacks Perenara, and Luke year, the team was thrilled to see how might try mentioning their pres- Romano if their performance is af- many more Kiwi supporters there ence could help the team win the 2 fected by having New Zealanders were than Aussies, said Romano. game. 3 4

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1 TJ Perenara, Victor Vito and . 2 Charlie Faumuina and TJ Perenara with Lee Johns, My Travel Broker. 3 Charlie Faumuina and TJ Perenara with Vicki Boddington and Gina McCarthy, United Travel Takapuna. 4Victor Vito with Alison Sharp, Travel Managers; Anita Gatley, Wedding Travel; Janice Figge and Noeline Walsh, Skytrain Lion World Travel; and Rachel Thompson, Travel Managers. 5 Charlie Faumuina and TJ Perenara with Meredyth Morgan and Matt Hall of Infinity Sports Travel. 6 Nicola Thomas, Accent on Travel, and Sam Whitelock with the signed All Blacks jersey she won. 7 Joelle Talbot and David Caldwell, All Blacks Tours. 8 David Caldwell, All Blacks Tours asks the boys the tough questions.

Wholesale Travel Consultant – Longhaul Calling experienced consultants… HOT Product – Roydvale Avenue, Christchurch Infinity Holidays wants you! Based in HOT Product, Roydvale Avenue, Christchurch you will be a We currently have positions for consultants to join our Long Haul and Touring & vital part of the Longhaul team. You will provide a professional standard Adventure teams. You will be a specialist in your chosen area – Long Haul selling of product knowledge to our House of Travel retail outlets. You will an array of product from Asia to Europe and Touring & Adventure selling itineraries provide fast and accurate product support to the HOT outlets ensuring from our preferred Tour Companies. If you believe that variety is the spice of life they maximise sales and provide suitable solutions to our customers. then these roles are for you! In addition, you will actively create and take opportunities to increase sales and margin for HOT Product and the Retail Travel customer group A successful candidate will be someone who is passionate about travel, motivated and look for and implement continuous improvements to the way HOT to reach and exceed targets and someone who is not afraid to go the extra mile for Product operates. their clients! Our clients are made up of the 145 Flight Centre Retail, Cruiseabout, The key to your success in this role will be: Travel Associates and Student Flights stores across the country, so you have a pool • Strong written and oral communication skills of enquiry to ensure that you are always busy and have the opportunity to excel! • A standout team member with a desire to share ideas • Industry experience of at least 2 years Here’s what one of our current consultants have to say: • A passion for travel • Knowledge of, and the ability to work across all Longhaul destinations “I really enjoy working in a team within a bigger Infinity team, spending time and learning is essential from a number of people across areas. It’s great dealing with various areas within Flight Centre as well as a large number of external suppliers for a varied working day!” • The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines • Excellent attention to detail • Bucket loads of initiative If you are interested to hear more contact Emma Crozier on 09 301 9136 • The desire to learn and develop your skills and knowledge or [email protected] or alternately APPLY NOW • An out there kind of personality on http://applynow.co.nz/jobF162065 Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to REC1138177 Amanda Southon at [email protected] Applications close: Wednesday, 3rd of February 2016. Careers houseoftravel.co.nz/careers News & Product EK Adds Geneva Flight Lonely Planet: Emirates will add a second daily service to Geneva from 01 Jun, result- What’s New In 2016 ing in an overall 26% increase in EK FriWed 15 20 May Jan 15 16 P3P5 capacity to Switzerland. The flight From zip-lining in Cuba and will be operated by a 777-300ER in a Sam’s Singapore Move deep sea diving off Singapore, three-class configuration. Sam Morrah, known to many in the to the new Louvre Abu Dhabi New Zealand trade for his time as a and a Mamma Mia restaurant Deva Free Kids Club Contiki sales executive, has moved to in Stockholm, Lonely Plan- The Sheraton New Caledonia Deva Singapore to take et has rounded up the best Spa and Golf Resort is now offering up the role of sales new openings and attractions complimentary use of the Sheraton and marketing di- opening around the globe in Kids Club for children aged between rector for Asia. 2016. one and 12. The kids club includes Morrah moved The list of 31 new openings lunch and can accommodate 36 chil- to Singapore at and attractions can be down- dren, with a wide range of activi- the beginning of loaded in a free ebook, and also ties. It’s open seven days a week and this year to head include the Centre for Extreme children can stay hourly, a half day or up the team in Asia, and will work Tourism near Nicaragua’s tallest slavery, in Point-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe; full day. alongside regional director of sales active volcano; Hokkaido Shinkan- and a new National Blues Museum in and marketing (Asia and New Zea- sen, Japan’s new bullet train route; St Louis, Missouri. Phuket Temptations land) Tony Laskey. He’s responsible new lions in Akagera National Park, New Zealand gets a mention for the GO Holidays has released Phuket for ensuring sales growth in Singa- Rwanda; and the first-ever airport on new Te Ara Hura walking tours on Temptations, with return flights to pore, Malaysia and the Philippines, Napoleon island, St Helena, British Waiheke Island; there’s a National Phuket, via Kuala Lumpur, flying Ma- India, South Korea, Taiwan and Ja- Territories. Museum of African American His- laysia Airlines ex Auckland. Highlights pan. There’s a new Floating Piers art in- tory and Culture coming to Washing- include eight nights at Best Western stallation on Lake Iseo, Italy; USD5 ton, DC; and London’s Tate Modern is Phuket Ocean Resort, and flights, from APT, Sabre Renewed billion expansion of the Panama getting an extension. $1299pp s/t; or clients can upgrade to Sabre has renewed a strategic Canal; Amazing World of Dr Seuss For all the details, download the four star and stay at Centara Karon agreement with the APT Group, Museum in Springfield, Massachu- ebook at lonelyplanet.com/new-in- Resort Phuket, with eight nights and which includes customised Sabre so- setts; and David Hasselhoff’s BASK travel-2016 flights from $1379pp s/t. There’s also lutions to help APT scale its regional island resort in Gili Meno, Indonesia. This one’s free but Travel Today read- eight nights at Movenpick Resort & business. APT’s customer service The world’s first inland surf lagoon, ers can also access Lonely Planet Spa Karon Beach Resort, and flights, team is using online booking engine Surf Snowdonia opens in Wales; Mé- titles at 20% off RRP through travel- from $1795pp s/t. The sales are valid Sabre Explore. morial ACTe, the largest museum on today.co.nz/lonely-planet/ to 31 Jan for travel 01 Apr-30 Sep.

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FriWed 15 20 May Jan 15 16 P3P6 The Scammers New Zealanders are fortunate to also clean them out with their quick Port Stephens Event come from a country relatively fingers. This one is popular in Spain. Broughtons at the Bay, a multi- free of high-street criminal ac- The Pretty Escort, popular in Thai- purpose corporate, social and en- tivity, so we can be a bit naive land, sees a lovely girl sweet-talk tertainment area in Port Stephens and easy targets to be duped and a hapless fellow into buying her a has undergone an AUD300,000 robbed abroad. drink. The bill will be big and ac- transformation. Business Events Some of the current scams are: companied by a couple of even bigger Australia says the venue, overlook- The Pigeon Poo scam—someone bouncers looking for a cash settle- Arches Of Allendale ing Nelson Bay Marina, can accom- points out there is poop on a jacket ment. South Australian Tourism modate 240 seated and 300 standing and offers to clean it. While the wear- With the Airport Security Scam, usu- recommends the Arches of Al- guests. er is distracted the poop-spotters will ally in Thailand and the US, some- lendale on the Limestone Coast one in a hurry pushes past just as a for clients who are looking for traveller is about to pass through the a quirky escape. The boutique Industry Diary electronic scanner, their valuables al- accommodation is a restored ready ahead of them. The alarm trips church, offering three bedrooms JANUARY 2016 Auckland, North Shore: Wed 09, and while officers try to ‘find’ the rea- to cater for up to six people, locat- Rocky Mountaineer & Adventure Spencer on Byron, 1730-2030. son the valuables disappear. Customs ed within easy access to beaches, World Road Show Breakfasts South Auckland: Thu 10, Waipuna wineries, golfing and diving and Dunedin: Tue 26, Otago Museum - Suites, Highbrook, 0730-0930. is complicit in this one, so complain- ing won’t help. Travellers should try is a 15-minute drive from the Kakapo Room, 0715. Auckland CBD: Thu 10, The main town of Mount Gambier. Christchurch: Wed 27, Reality Bites Heritage Hotel, 1730-2030. and pass through the scanner at the same time as their valuables. Visit archesofallendale.com for Cafe, 0715 & 0845. APRIL details. Wellington: Thu 28, Air NZ (Koru Back in Spain, the scammer slashes Tourism Fiji Bula Marau Family a rental car’s tyre. A passer-by will Room), Level 4 - State Insurance Tower, Roadshow offer help and distraction while ac- 0715 & 0845. Palmerston North: Mon 04, Nap Under The Vines Distinction Hotel, 0700-0930. complices are rifling the boot. FEBRUARY 2016 In Paris a passer-by will pick a ring Sinclair Cottage is a quaint 1927 Christchurch: Mon 04, Tait period cottage with three bedrooms Brand USA Discover America Conference Centre, 1730-2015. from the ground and demand a Events ‘reward’ from the person they are and functional kitchen now open at Wellington: Tue 05 April, Amora Flame Hill Vineyard in Montville, Christchurch: Mon 22, Rydges Hotel, 1730-2015. ‘returning’ it to. Latimar Hotel, 1700-2130. which takes away the risk of drinking Hamilton: Wed 06, Ferrybank The Temple Guilt Trip fleeces tourists Auckland: Tue 23, The Cloud, Reception Centre, 1730-2015. and driving. All guests receive the Queens Wharf, 1700-2130. in Asian countries. A ‘monk’ presets a Auckland: Thu 07, Stamford book listing the generous donations Flame Hill Wine Club discount on all JAWS Roadshow Hotel, 1730-2030. of others, guilting the tourist into wine and dining at Flame Hill Vine- Dunedin: Mon 29, Scenic Southern Auckland North Shore: Fri 08, matching the amount. yard. A two-night midweek stay costs Cross Hotel, 118 High Street, 1700- QBE Stadium, 0700-0930. In India some cab drivers advise the from AUD500. See flamehill.com.au 2000. Asia Now roadshow hotel asked for is closed and take the Hartley’s Expansion MARCH 2016 Dunedin: Tue 05. passenger to another. He gets a com- Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures will JAWS Roadshow Christchurch: Wed 06. mission from the second hotel for Christchurch: Tue 01, Rydges Wellington: Thu 07. finding new guests. be undergoing further upgrading Latimer Hotel, Latimer Square, 1700- Tauranga: Mon 11. and expansion during late 2015 and Hamilton: Tue 12. In France, Italy and Spain babies fly 2000. through the air in the expectation early 2016 to make room for addi- Nelson: Wed 02, Rutherford Hotel, Auckland North: Wed 13. tional wildlife displays and facilities, Auckland East: Thu 14. that a passing tourist will automati- 27 Nile Street West, 1700-2000. cally reach to save them. The ‘babies’ advises Tourism Port Douglas & Whangarei: Tue 08, Forum North, 7 Venues, times tba. are fake, in fact, and its accomplices Daintree. From Apr 2016 it will be Rust Ave, 1700-2000. Avalon Waterways 2017 Launch take advantage of occupied hands to offering koala and wombat photo Napier: Mon 14, War Memorial Kerikeri: Wed 06, pm. opportunities as well as new wildlife Conference Centre, 48 Marine Parade, Petone: Wed 06, pm. rifle pockets. And just about everywhere there are exhibits. See crocodileadventures. 1700-2000. Whangarei: Thu 07, pm. com for more. Wellington: Tue 15, Rydges WLG, New Plymouth: Thu 07, pm. guides who take visitors to the ‘best’ 75 Featherston Street, 1700-2000. Hamilton: Mon 11, pm. shop for the ‘cheapest price’ and ‘best Palmerston North: Wed 16, Tauranga: Tue 12, pm. range’ so the shopper can be landed Distinction Hotel, 175 Cuba Street, Auckland, North Shore: Tue 12, pm. with substandard goods and the 1700-2000. Dunedin: Tue 12, pm. guide can take a good commission. New Plymouth: Thu 17, Novotel Auckland, East: Wed 13, pm. Hotel, Cnr Of Hobson and Leach Timaru: Wed 13, pm. ET Expansion Plan Where Travel Agents Streets, 1700-2000. Napier: Wed 13, pm Ethiopian Airlines plans to order 10 go for information on: Tauranga: Tue 22, Tauranga Yacht Auckland, West: Thu 14, pm. Club, 70 Keith Allen Drive, 1700- narrow-body planes as part of its * Destinations * Sightseeing Palmerston North: Thu 14, pm. Vision 2025 fleet expansion target. It 2000. Ashburton: Thu 14, pm. * Hotels * Restaurants Hamilton: Wed 23, Novotel Tainui, 7 Christchurch: Tue 19, pm. is considering Canada’s Bombardier * Resorts * Shopping Alma Street, 1700-2000. Invercargill: Wed 20, pm and Brazil’s Embraer jets, among * Activities * Events others. The airline also has 14 firm * Tours * and much Cook Islands Roadshow Queenstown: Thu 21, pm. * Transport more Christchurch: Tue 08, Hagley Oval, Nelson: Wed 27 Apr, pm. orders for A350 aircraft between now Blenheim: Thu 28, pm. and 2025. It expects to grow from 77 0730-9030. Wellington: Wed 09, CLICK HERE Rydges Hotel, 0730-9030. Times, venues tba. aircraft and 7.4 million passengers this year to 22 million passengers and be informed to For more see Monday’s Travel Today and 150 aircraft by 2025. earn more commission! Travel Today, Wednesday, 20 January 2016 Page 7