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New Syd Ibis opens ACCOR opens the first newlybuilt hotel in Sydney’s CBD sincethe year 2000 today - the IbisSydney King Street Wharf. Positioned near many int’lcorporate offices the hotel isexpected to appeal to bothcorporate and leisure markets. The 91-room, eight-storeystructure is offering launch ratesof $99 per room per night. There’s also a ‘Wet & Wild’package priced for $159 that inclroom, brekkie, a two-for-one SydHarbour cruise, an adult pass forSydney Wildlife World & free drink. See www.ibishotel.com.

BA drops surcharge BRITISH Airways has said it willbe lowering its fuel surcharge byas much as a third on longhaulservices from tomorrow. Reductions incl World Travellerflights over nine hours droppingby £30 per sector to £66, whileflights less than nine hours drop£15 per sector to £53. World Traveller Plus flights overnine hours will be decreased to£84.50 (a saving of £30), andthose under 9hrs will drop to £63. First & Club World flights over9hrs drop £35 to £98, and shorterservices will be reduced to £78.

Delta Air Lines to Sydney THE world’s largest carrier,Delta Air Lines, has its eyes set onthe Pacific region, with flightsplanned for SYD from 01 Jul 09. Travel Daily can reveal detailsof Delta Air Lines intentions tolaunch Down Under, thanks to atip-off from a reader. The carrier is preparing itselffor a Sydney launch date next Jul,with flights already uploaded inmany CRS, incl Galileo & Amadeus. Flight displays in Galileo showDelta plans to compete head tohead on the Los Angeles - Sydneyroute alongside United Airlines &Qantas, as well as V Australia. The Atlanta-based juggernaut isplanning a daily operation using aBoeing 777-200LR jet betweencountries, with the traditionalevening flight out of LAX at22:40, arriving SYD at 06:40 (+2). Although there hasn’t been anannouncement from Delta Air Linesabout the new service to date, itsbelieved the flights come as partof Open Skies discussions betweenAustralia & US governments, withthe flights waiting on regulatoryapproval from the IASC. The airline’s Sydney-basedoffice was unable to provide TDwith further details on the launch,nor does its website list Sydney asa destination. Delta signalled plans for a

massive int’l expansion mid-lastmonth (TD 13 Nov), when it saidit would add new routes to Japan,Spain, Sweden, Czech Republic,Switzerland, and a number ofAfrican countries, but did not listAustralia as an option. Delta is a lead member of theSkyTeam alliance and in Oct thisyear acquired Northwest Airlines. Competition on the lucrativeAustralia/US route is expected tobe heated up on the route, with VAustralia only yesterday launchinga $1199 all inclusive airfare fromeast coast capitals to Los Angeles. A spokesperson from the Dept.of Infastructure & Transport wasunable to comment on Delta’sapplication for flight servicesbefore TD’s deadline.

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AU$ up, Oil down THE Australian dollar reached a2-month high overnight, breakingthrough the US$0.70 mark uponnews of the US Federal Reserve’sinterest rate cut. Oil also fell to its lowest levelin four years last night, nowtrading below $US40 a barrel.

EK 3 daily ex MEL EMIRATES will add a third dailyflight to its MEL to Dubai servicefrom 03 Feb, not its first, asmentioned in TD yesterday.

Jetstar inaugural JETSTAR launches its firstservices into eastern Japan today,with flights from Cairns & the GoldCoast heading to Tokyo (Narita). The QF offshoot now operates19 direct flights betweenAustralia and Japan each week.

THAI cuts fuel levy THAI Internationl Airways willdrop its YQ fuel surcharges on themajority of services from 19 Dec,with the levy on Bangkok-SYD/MEL/BNE routes cut by US$60.50,to US$64.50 per sector. Passengers flying between BKK-Los Angeles will save the most,with the fuel surcharge droppingfrom US$175 to US$89.50.

A HOTEL in Dubai is provingthat too much is never enoughwhen it comes to pampering theultra-rich. The Palazzo Versace fashionhouse presents the latest inluxury - a refrigerated beachwhere a series of undergroundpipes keep the sand chilled soguests can walk comfortablyacross it on scorching hot days. But that’s not all the hotel isoffering, with other innovationsincluding a refrigeratedswimming pool and giant blowersto waft a gentle breeze overbeach-goers. According to the hotel, “It’sthe type of luxury people want.”

DOG owners know how hard itcan be to leave your best friendbehind when you go on a holiday. But now your trip can turn intoa vacation for your dog as well. An enterprising Germancompany has set up ‘Canis-Resort’, a 24-hour check in doghaven for the pampered pooch. The resort takes up to 40 dogsat a time, offering each pet itsvery own keeper, designergrooming and gourmet dogfood,for $163 a night. There is even a gate-to-gateservice so you can have your dogmeet you at the airport.

TOUR operaters - beware whatyou put on the covers of yourChina brochures! A respected German scienceinstitute was embarrased whenit published a book about Macauwith what it thought wasChinese poetry on the cover. It was only after the book wasprinted that they found out itwas an explicit advert for racyhousewives in a brothel!

RTW airfares go online IN an industry first, oneworld isnow offering multi-airline round-the-world tickets online. The alliance has announcedthat the popular Explorer farecan now be booked over the webusing its new online booking tool. The shift to online, meansoneworld also becomes the firstairline alliance to offer any of itspublic fares on the internet. The new tool, available atoneworld.com, allows agents orcustomers to plan, book and payfor their itinerary online. The intuitive new systemfeaturing a number of specialfeatures, including an itinerarybuilder that allows users to selectdestinations on an interactivemap, which will then displayflights with seats available foreach route on the selected date. The system also checks that allconditions are met, and thenprovides and instant price.

After payment, e-tickets for theentire trip are sent to thecustomer via email. The development of the newbooking tool was headed up byQantas on behalf of all theoneworld carriers. Rob Gurney, gm sales anddistribution, said the new systemsimplifies the entire bookingprocess, “saving customers a hugeamount of time and providingthem with far more flexibility inplanning their trips. “It will also reduce costs for ourmember airlines and free up timeof airline and travel agencyreservations agents to handleother tasks,” he added.

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ABOVE: Catarina Reale fromQantas Holidays, recentlyescorted a group of agents on afamil to Vanuatu, pictured herewith a beautiful sunset at Lelegon resort. From left, back row: CatarinaReale, Qantas Holidays salesexecutive NSW; Jeanette Navarro,Travelscene Baulkham Hills;Tracey Goodall, Travelforce; AimeeWesley, Balgownie Travel andKyall Meadow, HWT Barrack St. Front row: Linda Elliot, HappyHoliday Travel Centre; RoslynThompson, HWT Salamander Bay;

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CWT acquiresMadison Travel CARLSON Wagonlit Travel hassigned a definitive agreement toaquire the travel operation ofMadison Travel, a CWT associatefranchise office in Ontario. The move is in line with CWT’sgrowth strategy, which includestargeted aquisitions and strongsales to new and existing clients. “The acquisition of CWT MadisonTravel is a great opportunity forCWT to expand its local presencein the area,” noted MichaelThompson, vice president, CWTLeisure, North America.

S9’s 2nd E-190 jet SKYAIRWORLD has takendelivery of its second Embraer E-190 passenger jet, bolstering thenumber of Embraer aircraft in theSkyAirWorld fleet to five. The Brisbane-based carrier nowhas two E-190 aircraft which willbe used on the current Brisbane -Honiara service, and the Darwin-Dili-Denpasar route, for the newlyformed Timor Air, from Feb 09.

Voyages on sale VOYAGES Hotels and Resortsare offering discounts of up to60% to the travel industry at aselection of national resorts. Deals include stays at Lizard orBedarra Is. priced from $330ppts,Brampton Is. from $59.60, HeronIsland from $76.40, Ayres RockResort from $61.60, or AliceSprings Resort from just $30. Bookings can be made for traveluntil 31 Mar 09, by calling 1300134 044, or see: voyages.com.au.

24 Russian travelagents killed AN “information gatheringvoyage” of 150 Russian travelagents visiting Israel has come toa tragic end, when a bus loadedwith agents crashed into a ravinekilling 24 passengers onboard. The group were travelling intwo buses to the Red Sea resortof Eilat when the accident occured. Reports say the coach was on anotoriously dangerous section ofroad near the Negev desert, whenthe vehicle overtook another buson a hairpin bend, lost controland plummeted 13 metres on to adry river bed. Many of the victims werethrown from the bus as it rolleddown the embankment. Another 33 travel agents on thevehicle were also hurt, with 23 ina serious condition The agents were employed by 5St Petersburg tour operators. Recently Israel and in particularEilat, has seen an invasion ofRussian tourists escaping theirharsh winters, benefiting from arelaxed visa regime between thecountries.

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ABOVE: Travel Alberta Canadaand Talpacific will be sponsoringthe world’s most famous Rodeo,the Calgary Stampede, at theAustralian National Finals Rodeo,to be held on the Gold Coastduring January 2009. Calgary Stampede upped itsprize money for winning rodeoslast week to $2m, making it therichest outdoor rodeo on earth. Talpacific will have a CalgaryStampede stand at the AustralianNational Foods Rodeo, whereconsumers can win a trip to the

annual Canadian event in Jul 09. Talpacific has a range of CalgaryStampede packages on offer - callTalpacific on 1300 737 201. For more details on theNational Finals Rodeo, visit theirsite www.nfrgoldcoast.com.au. Pictured here at the eventlaunch, surrounded by theNational Finals Rodeo’sAustralian top competingcowboys, from left: Sue Jones,Talpacific; Juliette Myers, TravelAlberta, plus event promoters,Carla Turner and Steve Gibson.

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WIN A MAMMA MIA! DVDTHE 2009 Sun Island Tours brochure is out now,and to celebrate Travel Daily in conjunctionwith Sun Island Tours are offering two readersevery day this week a chance to win a copy ofMamma Mia! The Movie DVD. Mamma Mia! The Movie was filmed on theGreek Islands featured in Sun Island Tours’ latestbrochure, which is jam-packed with new andimproved destinations, hotels, tours, packagesand discounts. To be in the running to win your own copy of

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Hertz car-sharing HERTZ has announced plans toestablish a car-sharing business inNew York, London & Paris, whichit says will be the first global car-sharing program of its kind. The company is aiming to openlocations for its new ‘Connect byHertz’ club in 20 European andNorth American cities over thenext 12 months. “We expect to be the shareleader” said Hertz ceo MarkFrissora, adding he predicts a“phenomenally fast growth” forthe business. Hertz vehicles will be the mosttechnologically advanced in thefield, with features incl iPodconnectivity, bluetooth technology. Members will join online, bookonline & use smart-chip-enabledConnect cards to open and starttheir cars. Initially, the new business willnot require the assistance of atravel agent, but Frissora said anopportunity will become availableonce it begins marketing ‘Connectby Hertz’ to corporations. Frissora added that the clubreflects Hertz efforts to be seenas an environmentally sensitivefirm, with fewer cars on the road.

BUD security team BUDAPEST Airport has decidedto hire passenger securityscreeners from other EU countriesafter four days of striking by itsown security teams. The airport has made the moveto avoid further damage to itsreputation, to improve thecurrent situation for passengers. The screeners are fully licensedin the EU and Hungary, and areemployed with a definite workcontract, for only as long as thetraffic needs require them.

SQ heads to Kuwait SINGAPORE Airlines hasannounced from 15 Mar it willlaunch a four times weeklyservice to Kuwait. SQ exec vice pres. marketing &the regions, Huang Cheng Eng,said the carrier sees “new tourismpotential is being tapped” astrade and investmestmentopportunities rise in the region. The flight will operate via AbuDhabi using a Boeing 777-200 jet. The move will also see SingaporeAirlines operate flights betweenits Singapore base and Abu Dhabidaily. From 12 Mar, flights to Cairo viaDubai will also be increased fromthree to four times each week.

Amadeus GDSexpansion TECHNOLOGY and distributionsolution company, Amadeus, hasannounced it now allows agentsto book 80,000 hotels - thenumber of hotels now in itsGlobal Distribution System (GDS). The firm says significant growthhas been seen in the number ofindependent hotels and smallerchains joining Amadeus GDS. Recent additions include over500 hotels via hotel-net.it, 200Cuban hotels via an agreementwith the Cuban Ministry ofTourism and other properties inEurope, India and China. See www.amadeus.com/hotels.

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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVEWorld Aviation Systems, GSA for Air Pacific, is seeking anenthusiastic and positive team member with a ‘can do’ attitude to joinour Sydney sales team.

This is a challenging role in the highly competitive South Pacific marketand a minimum of two years sales experience in the travel industry isessential. You will need to be highly motivated and have the ability towork under pressure to meet and exceed targets coupled with driveand determination to succeed.

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AA expands BOS AMERICAN Airlines hasannounced the addition of sixnew daily flights operating out ofLogan Airport, Boston. New services incl the return offlights to San Diego, plus extraoptions to Los Angeles, Dallas-Fort Worth & St. Louis, by 7 Apr. Flights to London and seasonalservices to Paris will start 01 May.

500 bonus WorldRewards points TRAFALGAR is offering agents500 bonus World Rewards pointsfor bookings and deposits madebetween 15 Dec 08 - 31 Jan 09,for first class tours from its 2009Britain and Europe Book. For info see the agents sectionat www.trafalgartours.com.au.

Delta’s Xmas payout DELTA Air Lines will be offering75,000 Delta and Northwestmainline operation employeesvoluntary severance payouts aspart of a plan to cut a number ofjobs, which Delta did not specify. The program comes as Deltaplans to cut capacity by 6-8%,meaning fewer workers areneeded, a similar move to aprogram established earlier thisyear to reduce staff by 4,000. MEANWHILE, Delta has alsosaid it will launch a Detroit-Romeservice by 04 Jun, to be operatedby subsidiary Northwest Airlinesin cooperation with KLM. The route will use Airbus 330aircraft with 34 business and 264economy seats.

Coast Resort deal LOCATED in Merimbula on theNSW South Coast, the familyfriendly Coast Resort is offering astay 7, pay 5 night deal, valid forholidays from 31 Jan - 03 Apr 09. Bookings are subject toavailability and can be made bycalling (02) 64954930, or visit: www.coastresort.com.au.

Skyteam upgrade AIRLINE alliance, SkyTeam hasannounced the launch of its newuser friendly website, in keepingwith their ‘caring more aboutyou’ philosophy. SkyTeam says the new structurewill emphasise customer needsand preferences, and will includea ‘Get ready to go’ section withdestination guides and tips,reworked travel tools- with timesaving itinerary displays, and newmodern graphics. SkyTeam member carriers inclAir France-KLM and Aeroflot See www.skyteam.com for info.

1 million FF points TEN lucky Qantas FrequentFlyer members will have thechance to receive 1 million pointsthe next time they take off. To be in the running to wincustomers need simply to use aparticipating direct-earn credit orcharge card, and every pointcredited to your Qantas FrequentFlyer account until 31 Mar willgive you an entry into the draw. Details at www.qantas.com/millionpoints.

TAM’s revised fares TAM Brazil Airlines, have releasednew 09 fare levels for air passes. Both the TAM South America AirPass and the TAM Brazil Air Passnow have added lower bookingclasses and reduced fares - emailjlbati@ozemail.com.au for info.

FIESTA Holidays hasannounced its top sellingagencies for 2008, as: • NSW: HWT Mosman • QLD: Pulse Travel • VIC: Ashmore &James Travel Associates RIGHT: Pictured herefrom left: Heidi Haehnle,Rebecca Kingston, andLaura Cuthbert fromHWT Mosman.

Fiesta’s Top Agencies for 2008

LEFT: Picturedfrom left: StanKlinakis, RebeccaRayfield, TerriDillon, andSusan Sherringtonfrom Pulse Trvl,with MaggieBrew; Fiesta.(Not pictured -Ashmore &James TravelAssociates).

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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.

The Swiss Grand Resort & Spa has appointed Deanna Varga as itsnew director of sales and marketing. She possesses extensiveexperience in sales & marketing in Australia and overseas, mostrecently with Tourism Australia. Prior to this, she held roles withSheraton on the Park & the Sydney Convention & Visitors Bureau.

ABOVE: Last week ExploreHolidays hosted a glorious fivenight famil to Bali for six luckyagents, with the group exploringthe growth areas of Nusa Dua,Ubud, JimBaran and Sanur, aswell as a day of leisure aboardBali Hai’s Ocean rafting tour toNusa Lembongan. Pictured at the Komaneka atBisma resort, from left: MiettaAubertin, Galaxy Travel;

Jermanine Davis, HWT Perth;Cynthia Zambelli de Carvalho,Carine Travel Bug; PrayudiAditama, Komaneka Resortsdirector of sales; Aaron Bowden,Explore Holidays inside sales;Stacey Pitman, Explore Hols WAsales manager; Amy Dobbs,Tertiary Travel; Zoe Legge, FlightCentre Innaloo; and K.Swabawa,Komaneka at Bisma’s resortmanager; and Beverly Howe, HWTParaburdoo (in front).

Dockside Group has announced the promotion of El Kwang to theposition of director of sales, joining recently appointed director ofmarketing Lesley Aitken. The Sydney based hospitality group’s mdChristopher Drivas said the newly created executive roles cap aneventful year of strong business growth & venue acquisitions.

Consolidated Travel is pleased to announce the appointment ofMelvyn Almeida as head of business development of ConsolidatedTravel Group, taking on the role from 12Jan 2009. Melvyn beganhis travel career with British Airways in India and held othersenior positions with the airline whilst based in the Middle East.He has also held other senior positions, in both Consolidation andGSA businesses in Australia before joining the Consolidated Groupin May 2007.

The Hotel, Motel and Accommodation Association (Vic) hasannounced Steven Finlayson as its new chairman, taking over therole from Ricardo Krauskop who held the position during 2008.

Stephen Pahl has been appointed as the new CEO of DestinationQueenstown, taking on the role from 19 Jan. Pahl was mostrecently the CEO of Ecotourism Australia, and has also been CEO oftwo Australian regional tourism operations.

Air Mauritius yesterday announced the departure of long-servingemployee Mr Francis Ong Seng MBE, who has most recently heldthe role of regional manager Australia, New Zealand and SWPacific, based in Syd. MK says it will continue to have dedicatedAustralian representation via its General Sales Agents.

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CONGRATULATIONS toSue Marr of ThaiAirways, who despite anightmare few weeks(airport crisis and costcutting) managed to pulltogeather a fabulousmasquerade carnivalechristmas party, held withthe help of the sales team, in their board room.Pictured top from left: Megan, Ticket Office; Denise and Jane, Salesand above right is Dolly from Finance sporting a colourful maskand wig combo (we’ll we think it’s a wig!)Sue has won a copy of the exciting new Vibe Entertains cocktailsand canapés cookbook and is now in the running to win two night’saccommodation at a Travelodge Hotel including buffet breakfast fortwo, valued at $600 thanks to our good friends at Toga Hospitality.

OTHER DISTINGUISHED ENTRIES...These photos were taken atthe BCD Sydney CocktailChristmas party, last Fridaynight, at The Lincon, Potts Point. Pictured left, from left areCherie, Erin, Teila, Katharine,Lin, Hayley and Lauragathering for a Christmasgroup hug giving us thismagnificent photo.As the evening kicked on,cocktails were swapped forgood old-fashioned wine. Pictured right lookingglamorous and enjoyingsome fine wine are Erin,Hayley, Laura, Cherie andfront row is Lin andBronson. Merry Christmas BCD!

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Medium and large sized Travel Management Companies with fabulous working environments are seeking additional BDM’s to join the sales teams. You will be using your hungry sales skills to approach appropriate corporate companies, present to them and negotiate to close a deal. This will see you mostly on the road sourcing new business to add to the company’s already successful portfolio. To apply for this role you will already be in a sales position within the travel or hospitality industry and experienced in the corporate world. Your nature will be competitive, confi dent, professional and love the challenge of seeking out new business and closing the deal.

IT Product Strategy DirectorSydney based Senior salary relevant to exp Global organisation

Take this opportunity to own the global strategy and distribution for IT Product, visioning for the future and identifying opportunities for the business. Bring your 10 years of relevant experience with at least 5 years working with or within the specifi c travel channel/customer sector. You will work closely with the Commercial Development team – partnering with the key Regional and Vertical teams to understand the needs of wider customer groups. A great opportunity for someone with combined Product, IT and commercial expertise.

Q U A L I T Y R E C R U I T M E N T F O R T H E T R A V E L A N D H O S P I TA L I T Y I N D U S T R Y I N A S I A P A C I F I C

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OUTER CBD – BRISBANE OTE $40K -$60K

It doesn’t get better than this. You will manage a mixture of business and leisure accounts; no two days will be the same. This office is an award winning office, plenty of business at your

fingertips. You will be rewarded with a generous commission structure, be supported by an experienced team, and this

will be a great stepping-stone to corporate travel. In this role, you certainly will have the best of everything,

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GO TROPPO IN THE TROPICS SENIOR LEISURE TRAVEL CONSULTANT TOWNSVILLE LOCATION – OTE $45K

Is it time for a sea change? Maybe it is time to head north for the summer! They do say a change is as good as a holiday!

You will enjoy working in a team of experienced travel professionals in a busy environment, with a variety of

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Great base salary and commission structure on offer!

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MELBOURNE – GREAT SALARY PACKAGES ON OFFER Is Africa what you know and love? Or is South America your thing? Leave those boring Gold Coast enquiries behind and

start selling the destinations you are passionate about… all day!! We have a number of specialist wholesalers looking to expand their team in 2009. If you are a senior consultant with strong

destination knowledge and friendly nature; leave the daily grind behind – snare one of these top roles today!

IS LUXURY AND DECADENCE YOUR STYLE? WHOLESALE RESERVATIONS FOR LUXURY PRODUCT

SYDNEY CBD - SALARY TO $43K PKG - JANUARY START Work for a unique travel company offering unique holidays in

luxurious and spectacular locations. Work in their head office based in the CBD taking calls from travel agents and the general public

wanting to book or enquire about their beautiful products. Be part of a supportive team and have options for career

advancement and development. You will enjoy a great salary with generous staff discounts and a great social club!! Send your

CV today, this company will be recruiting in January.

UP, UP AND AWAY! CORPORATE CONSULTANT

PERTH CBD – OTE $55K Join this first class travel management company and watch

your career soar! If you are an experienced retail or corporate travel consultant and want to be rewarded with a great salary,

exceptional benefits and a great working environment, this company is for you! If you have strong domestic and

international fares knowledge, enthusiasm and motivation to succeed; this is your chance to join a fun and energetic team.

WORK IN SYDNEY’S WEST LUCRATIVE RETAIL CONSULTING ROLE

SYDNEY - $35K-$40K BASE PLUS COMMISSION Leading travel company based in Sydney’s west requires an

experienced retail consultant to join their very successful agency. Enjoy working close to home, drive to work if you

wish!! You will be rewarded with an above average salary and a stable work environment in this sought after agency.

You will need at least two years recent consulting experience and have extremely high customer service skills to service

this existing and loyal client base.

ONE FOR THE NUMBERS GURU! ACCOUNTANT – RETAIL TRAVEL

PERTH – GREAT PKG Working for this successful organisation your role will be to

ensure all accounting processes are in order and clearly justified. Your role will also involve preparing balance reports along with providing continuous assistance for consultants to ensure financial standards are being met across the company.

Accuracy & experience in accounting procedures required along with strong analytical acumen.

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ALL STATES FANTASTIC HOURLY RATES ON OFFER

Will you be looking to kickstart your career in a different part of the travel industry in 2009? Become a part of the

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A minimum of 12 months travel consulting experience, CRS skills and exceptional customer service skills are essential.

Club Med hassle-free All-Inclusive Holiday experience includes :

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• Airfares, transfers and taxes

• Three gourmet buffet meals per day • Open bar and snacking

• Twin Share Superior accommodation with the option

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• A range of sports and activities with expert tuition

• Nightly entertainment including swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing and much more• Spa, massage, luxurious beauty and Spa treatments at the MANDARA Spa^

• Prime exotic beachfront location

• The warmest, friendliest team of professionals to ensure your holiday experience is exceptional

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Sydney Trade (02) 8584 8706

Trade in other areas 1800 801 823

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* Offer valid for Australian residents only. Offer valid at Club Med Kani. Offer valid for sale until 31st December 08 and valid for travel up to 30th April 09. Minimum 10 nights stay required. Offer valid when minimum two people travel together. Valid for all ages (for children and adults from 0 – 99 years). Blackout dates may apply (24th Dec 08 to 1st Jan 09). Travel must be completed by the end of listed travel dates. Second person free offer valid for land stay only. New Bookings only. Offer subject to availability. Not valid in conjunction with any offer. Not valid for Group travel. Offer valid for Superior and Deluxe Room types only. Open bar and snacking within bar opening hours, excludes some premium alcoholic brands. Compulsory membership fee is not included in price and must be paid at time of booking. Taxes and prices shown are correct at time of printing and subject to change without notification. For full terms and conditions, please contact Club Med. ^Additional costs apply.

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