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AirAsia MEL boost CONTINUING strong demandbetween Melbourne and KualaLumpur has led AirAsia X to addtwo more weekly services on theroute, making it a double dailyoperation from 02 Feb 2010 (TDbreaking news yesterday). “With the increased frequencyof flights out of Melbourne, theability to make your ownconnections and through fares todestinations beyond Kuala Lumpurhas never been easier,” saidAirAsia gm, Darren Wright. Celebration fares are on salefrom $119 one way until 22 Nov.

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Aussie tourism ‘resilient’ TOURISM Australia todayreleased its latest Global MarketMonitor, claiming that the localindustry “has certainlydemonstrated its resilience duringthe global downturn”. The report collates data frommost major Australian tourismmarkets, saying that arrivals forthe ten months to 31 Oct are

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HERE’S one traveller who isn’tbeing put off by swine flu. Santa Claus has promised thatthe global pandemic won’t stophim bringing Christmas presentsto children around the globenext month. Speaking to a TV station inFinland, the jolly red man said:“I swear that Christmas will notbe cancelled this year”. He confirmed that neither henor his elves expected to catchInfluenza A (H1N1) thanks to thegood care of Mrs Claus. Santas is believed to live in acabin in Lapland - and is thecentre of Santa-driven tourism inthe town of Rovaniemi.

A BIZARRE hotel in the Frenchtown of Nantes is offering gueststhe chance to become a hamsterfor a night. Stays in the “Hamster Villa”cost €99 and include unlimitedhamster grain, the opportunityto run in a giant wheel and sleepin a hay stack. The owners of the propertyspecialise in unusual experiencesand say that the price is shortlyset to increase - becauseapparently human hamsters alsowant a giant TV screen and wifi.

Club comp winner CONGRATS to Nahdia Rahder ofJetset Toowoomba who Club Medhas announced as the winner of itscomp which recently featured inTD’s 2009 European supplement Nahdia has won a five-nightpackage to Club Med’s Opio enProvence resort in France for 2,by simply submitting her enty inthe ‘Tell us what you’re dreamingof?’ caption quiz. Nahdia’s winning entry was:“I’m dreaming of George Clooneyskipping out on the Cannes FilmFestival to get a spa treatment atClub Meds Keriao Spa!”

Pel-Air ditching REGIONAL Express hasconfirmed that a CareFlightmedical evacuation flightoperated by its Pel-Air subsidiaryfrom Apia to Melbourne has beenforced to “carry out a controlledlanding onto the water off thecoast of Norfolk Island”. The plane was scheduled to landat Norfolk for a planned fuel stoplast night when the weatherdeteriorated, and after severalunsuccessful approaches and withfuel running out the pilot decidedto land in the ocean instead. The patient, accompanyingspouse and two medical crew aswell as the pilots were evacuatedsafely and rescued by boat. Rex chairman John Sharp saidhe was proud of the crew, who“performed an intricate landingon water in darkness...theirprofessionalism stood out on theday and made a substantialdifference to the outcome.” The ditched plane was aspecially equipped medicalretrieval Westwind jet.

QH domestic price match QANTAS Holidays will todayannounce the establishment of adedicated phone line for instantprice matches on domesticproduct for both the QantasHolidays and Viva! Holidays brands. The move comes along with arevised instant price match policyby the wholesaler, valid until 12Dec, under which it will instantlyprice match “genuine and widelyavailable rates for domesticwholesale leisure air andaccommodation packages,accommodation only, rail, cruise,

tours and transfers.” The price match line is activenow on 1300 661 874, with QH gmChris Rankin telling TD the move“reinforce’s QH’s commitment tothe domestic travel market and ourcontinued support for travel agents.”

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Marriott site refresh MARRIOTT International says itsjust updated portal now makes iteasier for guests to find and bookhotels, as well as manage theirMarriott Rewards account. The new website design, rolledout in Australia, the US, UK,Germany, China, Latin America,Japan, Korea, Brazil and France,is much easiser for new customersto navigate, find and book whatthey want, according to Marriott. Browsers also have a chance tosee updates from chairman andceo Bill Marriott via a blog page.

Getaway tonight TONIGHT’S episode of ChannelNine’s dedicated travel programGetaway at 7:30pm, featuresstories on: • The Coast Track in the Royal National Park, NSW • Sun Moon Lake, Taiwan • Australian Outback Experience - The Light Horse; Qld • Lemonthyme Lodge; Tasmania • Europe Road Trip segments - Pamploma in Spain • Coolangatta Pet Motel, Qld Next week is the final episodeof Getaway’s 2009 season and willfeature a story on Emirates’Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa.

UA/CO FF bonuses ELITE status member of UnitedAirlines and Continental Airlinesfrequent flyer programs willreceive free upgrades on USdomestic flights from mid-2010. The new arrangement will alsosee CO’s elite-level OnePassmembers receive complimentaryaccess to UA’s Economy Plus seats. UA’s Mileage Plus pres., GrahamAtkinson said “While our elite-level customers enjoy significantbenefits on Continental throughits membership in Star Alliance,we are delighted to build onthose benefits to providetravellers the best our industryhas to offer.” MEANWHILE, UA is lifting thecost of its Economy Plus annualsubscription charge, from US$349to US$425 effective 04 Jan. The annual travel option givespax and a companion bookingEconomy class on UA flights withan upgrade to Ecomomy Plus atthe time of reservation (pendingspace available) for a twelvemonth period.

THERE’S no stoppingHayman Island. It’s full steam aheadin its five- year plan tomaintain Hayman’sworld class accomstatus. Yesterday, generalmanager Roger Wrightsaid during the year themain pool bar andkitchen had been totallyrebuilt and re- equipped,

Wright noted that guests areaware of Hayman’s obsession withincredible food and diningexperiences and it was no surprisethat Executive Chef, Glen Baconrecently won First Prize in theHM-2009 5-Star Hotel Awards ofExcellence. He added that despite havingone of the highest average roomrates in Australia, Hayman hasthrived in a difficult year, but ithas been buoyed by guestsatisfaction levels in excess of 89per cent - and in some months ashigh as 93 per cent. Pictured here from left are:Lloyd Donaldson, Head of HotelInvestments Mulpha Hotel Pty Ltd;Sally Morgan, marketing comm.director, Hayman Island; andRoger Wright, Hayman gm.

and by late Jan the pool arearenovation will be completed withnew timber decking. Wright told TD that work on allof Hayman’s restaurants and barshas also been completed and finaltouches will be done on LaFontaine Restaurant and ClubLounge in a few weeks. “We have completed the softfurnishings of the pool wing andwe’re currently reupholstering thetransfer launches and pool suites”. He also revealed that Haymanhas received developmentapproval for 21 large blocks ofland for the construction ofHayman hillside residences due tostart in 2010, along with thebuilding of a further 20 Marinaprecinct houses on the westernfringes of the island.

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Irish TV campaign TOURISM Ireland has launched athree-week “Go Where IrelandTakes You” TV promotion aimedtowards the 55+ market, its firstTV campaign in 7 years. The ads will run exclusively onChannel 7 and give viewers achance to win a trip to Ireland.

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ABOVE: Earlier this monthScenic Tours hosted a group of 17travel agents on a 10-day SouthAfrica famil, travelling from CapeTown to Port Elizabeth. Highlights of the trip included atwo-night stay at Tinga PrivateGame Reserve in Kruger NationalPark, where they saw the Big 5(between all four safari groups)and a group bonding ostrich ridingevent at the Cango Ostrich Farmin Oudtshoom. Agents also enjoyed the

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luxurious Raddison Blu hotels inCape Town and Port Elizabeth. Pictured in Tinga Private GameReserve sharing Sundowners, fromleft are: Kwong Chan, HarveyWorld Travel Greensborough; Elfas“Elvis”, Kruger tracker; TamiSmith, Harvey World TravelBatemans Bay; Amy Whyburn,Scenic Tours; Alex Jackson, HarveyWorld Travel Ballarat; Bron Clark,Scenic Tours and Lauren Johnson,Harvey World Travel ToowoombaRange.

SkyTeam JAL offer THE SkyTeam airline alliance,led by Delta Air Lines and KLM/AirFrance, has proposed a US$1.02bfunding injection into financiallytroubled Japan Airlines, whichcould sway the carrier to vacateit’s current oneworld position.

WELCOME to Industry Appointments, Travel Daily’s Thu featurewhich has the latest job appointments from across the industry.If you have just appointed someone to a new position and wouldlike to update the industry email appointments@traveldaily.com.au.

Mantra Group has announced a number of key appointments inNSW, Vic and Tas, including promoting Lisa Knowlson to be thenew gm of BreakFree Aanuka Beach Resort. Belinda Croudis is nowthe Hotel Manager at Peppers Seaport in Tasmania, while JeffreyBranch has been appointed as gm of Mantra Erskine Beach Resortin Lorne, Vic.

Rugby league legend Shane Webcke has been named as the officialambassador for The Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame andOutback Heritage Centre.

Adam Tulich has been named as Manager Online Sales for SabrePacific. He was most recently State Manager NSW for Stella TravelServices and has also held roles with Qantas and QBT.

Albert Lafuente has been named as the new Director of Sales andMarketing for The Saujana and The Club at The Saujana in KualaLumpur by the properties’ operator GHM. He joined GHM from aSingapore-based role with Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts. The grouphas also appointed Stefan Noll as general manager of The ChediClub in Ubud, Bali.

Base Tourism Group gm Jeff Skinner has been made redundantafter six months with the company as part of a restructure.

Outrigger Hotels & Resorts has appointed Damian Clowes to thenewly-created position of Vice President - Corporate Services forits Asia properties. Clowes will be based in Outrigger’s regionaloffice in Phuket, Thailand, with responsibility for designing,implementing and monitoring the administrative, legal and taxfunctions for Outrigger’s rapidly growing Asian portfolio.

Travelport has announced the appointment of Gordon Wilson asthe company’s deputy chief executive officer. Wilson has been withTravelport for 19 years and will continue to serve as ceo of thecompany’s GDS and IT Services and Software businesses.

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BNE road access BRISBANE Airport’s second roadsystem (which has been underconstruction for more than twoyears) will open next month,providing improved access to boththe Domestic and Int’l Terminals. Two major roadways and anumber of link roads and bridgeswill be launched when theNorthern Access Road Project isunveiled on 03 Dec.

Having just returned from Shanghai China after being a guestspeaker at the Travelscene American Express conference I nowreally understand just how competitive China is and how much of awow factor it has. The first thing that strikes you is the size ofeverything. I have been to Beijing before, but the city of Shanghai just getsbigger. With the World Expo in 2011, Shanghai is in the final stagesof building a new city on the site of the World Expo and what isreally exciting is the infrastructure they is being built to supportthe city. Roads, fast trains, impressive airports, every international hotelbrand that you can think of and more hotels both under constructionand in the pipeline, it is impressive. It makes Sydney and evenMelbourne look like a planning country town in comparison. The simplicity of the people city of Shanghai is outweighed bythe sophistication of the facilities, restaurants, entertainment andshopping. China is really worth a look and from what I experienced,will only get better. Having spent the weekend with the Travelscene American Expressmembers we enjoyed some inspirational speakers and businesssessions I would like to also congratulate the team at TravelsceneAmerican Express for an outstanding conference. Congratulations also to all of the winners of the company serviceawards which included tenure with the group spanning more that30 years, state and national business performance and the allimportant Office of the Year. These conferences are a great way for AFTA to share the messagesthat we have and for me personally to talk to members and agents.They give me a real insight to the views on the ground and fromagent principles and consultants working everyday inthe frontline and all done in an enjoyableenvironment. It was also very rewarding to have such strongsupport from the group for the AFTA discussion paperand the proposals outlined in advance of the reviewof consumer protection.

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ABOVE: Emirates infamous ‘tail-strike’ Airbus A340-500 aircrafthas resurfaced in Toulouse, Francefollowing extensive repair work. Earlier this year the jet’s tailmade contact with the runway atMelbourne Airport as it took offwith 255 pax onboard, en route toDubai (TD 23 Mar). In Jun, the A345 was flown backto France unpressurised for repairs,taking four days to fly via Perth,Singapore, Dubai and Cairo.

SKAL Xmas events SKAL International Sydney willhold its Christmas luncheon from12pm, 09 Dec at the Four SeasonsHotel, Sydney with profits raisedgoing to the Westmead Children’sOncology ward. RSVP close at 4pm 04 Dec tosydneyskal@bigpond.com. The Skal Melbourne Christmasevent will take place on Thu 17Dec at The Hotel Windsor - infosandy@apartmentsonlygon.com.au.

Defence expenses THE Department of Defencecould save up to $22 million ayear on travel expenses just byasking personnel to providereceipts for their expenses,according to a report releasedyesterday by the government. Consultant George Pappasaudited the $471m of travelspending by the department, andalso said he was surprised Defencehad no discount accommodationdeals with major chains, whichcould save $6m a year. He also suggested that if theDefence Department made moreuse of video conferencingfacilities it would save up to $10ma year through reduced travelcosts.

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*Prices quoted are for the new morning departure service EK415 and return on EK414. The morning flight from Sydney launches on 2nd December 2009 and flies daily from 2nd January 2010. Airfares inclusive of taxes and surcharges correct at 2nd November 2009. Offer ends 15th December and travel is between 2nd December 2009 and 31st of January 2010. Seats subject to availability. Maximum stay is for 6 months. Amendments and cancellations fees apply.

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Sydney Tower has streamlined its Skywalkexperience, making it an even better way tocelebrate a special occasion or rewardemployees for their hard work with eye-popping views out over Sydney and itsstreets 250 metres below.

Visitors can now step outside onto the roof of Sydney Tower’s goldenturret to experience 360-degree bird’s-eye views of the city and as farwest as the Blue Mountains in just 45 minutes, as well as venturing outonto glass-floored platforms extending right out over the edge.

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LH to reduce space LUFTHANSA is looking to remodelits aircraft seating to competewith low-cost carriers, accordingto a German source. The move will see a reduction inseat pitch through the installationof slim-back seating which in turnwill create additional space forextra seats. The German flag carrier is alsoreviewing its snack and mealservices on short-haul flights toreduce costs.

ABOVE: On Mon, Wicked andQantas Holidays hosted a Wickednight in Newcastle, NSW. A lucky group of local travelagents were treated to somesnapshots of the Wicked musicalat the Civic Theatre, enjoyingcanape’s, sweets and drinks,along with the chance to meetcast members Rob Mills (who playsFiyero) and Lucy Durack (Galinda). Pictured here, back row, fromleft are: Brooke Marjoribanks,Travelworld Newcastle; LouiseDann, Cruise Travel Centre; RobMills and Lucy Durack, Wickedcast; Dayna Robertson, QantasHolidays; and Nicole Adams,Travelworld Newcastle Greater. Front row: Atina Vertzonis, TWBelmont; Kristy Hodgkins, CruiseTravel Centre; and MelissaPointon, Travelworld Newcastle.

Geta Aus/NZ bed UK META search engine Getabedhas expanded its worldwide hotelcontent by adding properties inAustralia and New Zealand, fromluxury to budget accom options.

HOT signs Mondial NEW Zealand travel groupHouse of Travel has struck a newpartnership with travel insuranceprovider Mondial Assistance whichwill see its agents offer Mondialcover around the world.

TC notch up 115th TRAVEL Counsellors’ Australianmember signings have shot past100, with gm Peter Watson sayingnew participant numbers havegone from “strength to strength”. The Aussie TC operation nowhas 115 counsellors, placing it justbehind its UK-parent for members.

Fairmont’s beamers MEMBERS of Fairmont Hotels &Resorts’ loyalty program, FairmontPresident Club, now have accessto chauffeur driven BMW X5 xDrive35d Sport Activity vehicles whenstaying at Canadian properties. Guests can use the hotelcourtesy vehicles for transport tomeetings outside Fairmont hotels,exploring the local destination orfor other purposes.

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Trans-Mong rail RUSSIA Gateway Travel has a new9-day ‘Trans-Mongolian ExpressTour’ operating between Moscow-Beijing, priced from $2,959ppts. See russian-gateway.com.au.

Pacific/VA c’share VIRGIN Blue Group offshootsPacific Blue and V Australia willbegin codesharing on VA’s flightsoperated between SYD-NAN,effective 18 Dec.

Carlson ‘next generation loyalty’ CARLSON Marketing has todayannounced a new system whichwill enable customers to redeemloyalty scheme points forpurchases at the point of sale. The initiative is in conjunctionwith Welcome Real-time, with thecompanies saying it will “providebanks and retailers with a uniqueopportunity to increase spend andbrand loyalty at a lower cost.” It will also enable them togather more information at alower cost, with CarlsonMarketing senior vice president,Michael O’Sullivan, saying “ournew solution enables apersonalised experience at pointof sale that is not currentlyavailable in Australia.” Retailers will be able to allowcustomers to select any paymentcard to enrol and participate in a

program, with the Carlson suite ofservices linking credit card issuerswith merchants so purchases canbe made in real time at point ofsale. Card issuers will also be able topartner with retailers to create aninternal points program withtargeted marketing offers such ascoupons or samples, and thesystem will also enable discountsto be implemented across anetwork of stores. The new Carlson product couldpotentially allow a similar schemeto be implemented to what iscurrently offered by AmericanExpress and Stella - a programwhich offers the ability to redeemMembership Rewards Points at thepoint of sale with Stella Groupagents including Travelscene Amexand Harvey World Travel.

P&O NZ website P&O CRUISES will next Monlaunch a new dedicated websiteat www.pocruises.co.nz for theNew Zealand market, with themove following the revelationthat Pacific Pearl will operate outof Auckland next year (TD 16 Oct).

Avalon bonus AVALON Waterways is offeringagents double Passport to RewardsPoints for all bookings depositedby 15 Dec on its specialambassador’s cruise in France,which will be hosted by TVpresenter Steve Liebmann. The 8-day itinerary departs 04May and cruises the Seine fromParis to Normandy. It’s Liebmann’s fifth annualAvalon voyage, priced from $3663.

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Intimate and relaxed this resort has 30 air-conditioned and well-appointed rooms with a balcony. Sit back on your oceanfrontbalcony and enjoy a magnificent sunset....whilst organising theweekly rosters, managing the whole resort and thrive in the “divespecialist” environment. Manage 60 staff and be responsible for profit of the business.

Strategic Corporate BDM

You are currently working as a BDM for another TMC and have glanced this way. Take a step further and talk to me about this role as your sensational sales and relationship building skills willbe highly recognized when negotiating your new position withthis innovative global company. Call or email now to open the door to highly confidential discussions.

Financial Controller – Sydney

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to work with a wellestablished and successful travel wholesaler. Reportingdirectly to the General Manager and playing a key role in themanagement team, you will be responsible for overseeing the full financial function for the business as well as providing commercial advice and input on financial trends and thetravel market. The most exciting part of this role is the hands-on aspect and the opportunity to contribute directly to thestrategic direction of the company!

Assistant Accountant - Leading

International Airline

In this role you will assist the Finance Manager with the efficient,daily running of the finance and accounting functions. You must have hands-on approach and the ability to consistently meetoperational deadlines. Candidates should have completed Finance qualification with minimum diploma level, MYOBand Oracle experience preferred but not essential, Airline ortravel experience preferred, Accounts payable & receivable experience and 2IC to Finance Manager. You will also need to be experienced in payroll, reconciliations, BAS, GST & FBT returns,budgeting, forecasting and reporting. Only candidates that fitthe above criteria will be considered. Great opportunity to work for this famous international airline.

State Sales Manager – 12 month

Maternity Leave – WA/SA & NT

This well known travel related company is looking for a switchedon State Sales Manager to drive sales within their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building andimplementing sales strategies within the retail travel sector and identifying new business opportunities, as well as develop existing relationships with key partners.

BDM Corporate Arena

A high salary along with the recognition of being a part of aleading, highly regarded corporate company is just a couple of reasons why you should make your move to this TMC. If you are an experienced corporate travel BDM and can work your magicin this current market- you should be highly rewarded!

Contact Alessandra de Matteis on 02 9231 6444E: alessandra@tmsap.com or apply online now!

Contact Alessandra de Matteis on 02 9231 6444E: alessandra@tmsap.com or apply online now!

Contact Alessandra de Matteis on 02 9231 6444E: alessandra@tmsap.com or apply online now!

Contact Sharon Moss on 02 9231 6444E: sharon@tmsap.com or apply online now!

Executive Jobs - November 2009

Contact Sally Matheson on 02 9231 6444E: sallym@tmsap.com or apply online now!

Contact Sally Matheson on 02 9231 6444E: sallym@tmsap.com or apply online now!

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Sally joined TMS in 2005 following a successful background in Airline Management and Airline Recruitment.

After a couple of years globetrotting she is back and focusing now on our Executive search and rescue.

Sally is one of our most popular and dynamic recruiters, well known and respected through the tiers of our industry having recruited in NSW, WA, ACT and was previously the Manager of our VIC operation.

Sally has a large and enviable network of clients and candidates alike across both Tourism and Hospitality sectors of the business – are you one of them?

Contact Sally Matheson today to move up in your

new link on sallym@tmsap.com

Sally MathesonRecruitment Executive

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WHEN LEISURE IS YOUR PLEASURE RETAIL TRAVEL CONSULTANT

SYDNEY CBD – SALARY PACKAGE to $55K Love organising creative, first class travel itineraries to exotic destinations? Love the idea of working in a gorgeous office

with amazing harbour views? Fancy taking educationals to the world’s most luxurious resorts? If so, then this is your dream job! Essentially you will demonstrate a minimum 2 years retail travel

experience, with excellent customer service skills, strong product knowledge of 5 star accommodation and tours

and a true passion for the industry.

IS CORPORATE MORE YOUR THING? DOMESTIC TRAVEL CONSULTANT

SYDNEY CBD SALARY PACKAGE TO $45K

Fancy the idea of working Monday – Friday, with no sales targets, no face to face clients and no time wasters?

Then Corporate Travel is where you need to be! Working for this global travel company on one of their most

prestigious accounts, you will enjoy being part of this friendly team, that offers a great working environment and top $$$. Minimum 18 months travel consultant experience essential.

TICKETS PLEASE! ONLINE TRAVEL CONSULTANT

MELBOURNE (INNER) – PKG OF $43K + INCENTIVES Going from strength to strength, our client is one of the fastest growing travel companies in Australia. As such, they require a committed and motivated travel consultant with strong fares

and ticketing skills to join their team. You will enjoy being part of their fun and funky work environment earning fantastic $$$.

As you will be in a call centre, you will be required to work a rotating shift including weekends and public holidays.

ONE OF A KIND SOUTH AMERICA TRAVEL SPECIALIST

MELBOURNE (INNER) – PKG DEP ON EXPERIENCE This position is truly one of a kind! This superb wholesale company is offering one very lucky travel consultant the

chance to join their team and if you have a passion for South America, have travelled there personally and are experienced

in building large itineraries throughout this captivating continent, you will be considered. Monday to Friday hours,

lovely offices and a great salary package are all on offer!

NEVER A DULL MOMENT RETAIL TRAVEL CONSULTANT

PERTH (SOR) – $35K BASE + COMMISSIONS Do you work best in a busy environment? This boutique

agency offers just that and with a steady flow of clients walking through the door and excellent commission structure, you will

be earning a super salary in no time! You will be a part of a small, friendly and vibrant team that shares your passion for

selling travel. A motivated, sales focused approach is essential along with a minimum of 2 years retail consulting experience.

WANT TO HAVE A WHOLE LOT OF FUN WHOLESALE TRAVEL CONSULTANT

BRISBANE CBD - $40K - $60K OTE Sick and tired of not being rewarded for your hard work?

Looking for a great new career in a fantastic company & want to make some great friends along the way? Then this is your

job! Looking after the companies internal clients as a wholesale consultant you will be selling all international travel needs of your clients and along the way you will get some great perks

including awards nights and famils as well uncapped earnings. Min 12 months travel experience and Native Calypso GDS.

DON’T WAIT UNTIL THE NEW YEAR CORPORATE TRAVEL CONSULTANTS

PERTH (VARIOUS) – GREAT SALARY PACKAGE If you are putting off making the move to a new job until the

new year, think again! As an experienced corporate consultant, now is the time to register with AA. You will be spoilt for choice with the TOP positions currently available.

Whether it’s boutique or large TMC you’re after, a domestic or multi-skilled role, a location in the CBD or south of the river;

we have it all!! Don’t miss out – send us your CV today.

CRUISE INTO THE SILLY SEASON WITH A NEW JOB CRUISE CONSULTANT

BRISBANE CBD - $40K - $45K OTE Want a job that you are appreciated in and feel like you are part of the team? Enjoy spending your lunch breaks going

shopping or meeting friends? Located in the city centre, as a cruise consultant for this company you will have access to

some great benefits including Friday drinks, supportive management, famils and best of all there is no face to face clients, it’s all done via phone or email! Min 2 years travel

selling experience, proven sales ability and cruise knowledge.

LOUIS & COCO (pictured)Pet Hates: furballs; Naughtiest Deed: ankle biting; Favourite Pastime: sleeping; Favourite Toy: mousey; Favourite Food: tuna; Purrrfect world: lots of belly rubs

Best Value Tours with the Best Inclusions

Disembarking from a comfortable flight on Cathay Pacific we

were met by the Wendy Wu Shanghai staff members who would

accompany us and answer our many questions on our “China

Experience” tour.

We set off on our first day of sightseeing, beginning with the old

town whose cobbled streets were lined with traditional shops and

made you forget you were in one of the world’s busiest and most

cosmopolitan cities.

Our day out and about showed us exactly how a Wendy Wu

group tour operates. Our National Escort and local guides were

friendly, spoke good English, full of information and loved our

Aussie accents!

Left to our own devices for the afternoon before the big

welcome dinner, most people hit the shops on the famous

Nanjing Road which is considered the world’s biggest and longest

shopping street. We soon found that the best way to get a deal

was to bargain - but a quick lesson in Mandarin might help us for

future purchases.

The welcome dinner was held in the

magnificent ballroom at the Golden River

Hotel. Once we were comfortably settled,

General Manager Alan Alcock gave an

opening speech thanking agents for their

hard work over the last troublesome year.

“Without our loyal agents continually promoting Wendy Wu Tours

product over the last 12 months we would not have come out of

the financial crisis as well as we have”, he said to a cheer from all

the agents.

He continued “We appreciate that this time of year can be a busy

time for agencies and we thank all the agents for joining this

somewhat different famil where, hopefully, you will all learn and

experience China so you

feel more confident

to sell the Wendy Wu

Tours’ product to

your customers”.

The banquet was a superb example of the traditional delicacies

for which the region is known and we could only imagine what

further delights were in store over the next week in a country

which has countless different superb cuisines.

The day had been a great introduction to this amazing country

and we look forward to further adventures in Shanghai before

travelling to Xian.

www.wendywutours.com.au Look out for our next update from Xian on 24th November! Lic No 2TA4792.

Nihao from China! Wendy Wu Tours Mega Famil

ON Monday November 16 the inaugural Wendy Wu Tours-Cathay Pacific Mega-Famil began with 70 agents from across Australia and South Africa meeting in Shanghai for a 10-day adventure.

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