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Tuesday 10th May 2011
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Qantas facing strikes QANTAS says a one hournational walkout by its engineersfrom 8am this Fri is only likely tocause minor delays to flights. The escalation of industrialaction has been slammed by QFGroup Executive Operations LyellStrambi, who said QF had“negotiated in good faith sinceSeptember last year andexhausted all avenues possible. “The union has been undertakinga campaign to attack the Qantasbrand in an attempt to damageour reputation,” he said. Strambi said unreasonabledemands include guaranteed stafftravel (displacing paying pax), sixweeks annual leave and a 28.6%pay rise over 3 years.
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NZ back on top for arrivals THE Feb jump by China into thetop spot for Australian visitorarrivals (TD 06 Apr) has not beensustained in Mar, with Chinesevisitors dropping into fourth placeaccording to ABS figures releasedthis morning. New Zealand was the topsource market in Mar, with93,200 arrivals, followed by theUK at 60,100, the US with 41,700and then China with 41,200. The trend estimate for arrivalscontinued its slight downwardtrend, dipping 0.8% from Feb butis still up 1.5% on a year ago. The figures also revealed aslowing in short term residentdepartures, with the trendestimate down 1.6% in Mar - butagain still up a healthy 4% over
the last 12 months. The top destination for Aussietravellers was NZ with 89,600departures, followed by Indonesiaat 56,500 - up 14.5% on Mar 10. The third most populardestination in Mar for Aussiestravelling overseas was the USA,with 54,700 travellers, up 13.5%. Singapore also grew strongly, up16.9% year on year to 23,700.
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Domestic woes continue THE number of Aussies intendingto take domestic holidays remainsat historic low levels, accordingto the latest Roy Morgan Researchreport on holiday travel intention. 56% of those surveyed for the12 month period to Feb 2011 saidthey planned to take a holidaywithin Australia, which is thesame low level as Feb last year. And the figure for Australiansintending to take an internationalholiday in the next year reachedits highest level in half a decade,now at 10%. That’s 1% up on the same timein 2010, and continues a longterm trend, up from 6% in 2006. Just 4% said they wereundecided on any holiday travel. “The appeal of an overseasholiday is growing among
Australians, and with the strongAustralian dollar there is nobetter time to go,” said RMR Int’lDirector of Tourism, Travel &Leisure, Jane Ianniello. “By contrast domestic holidaysare declining in appeal whilebecoming relatively expensive,”she added. MEANWHILE the report alsoshowed the strong influence ofthe internet on the holidayselection process, with 68% of so-called ‘Holiday Intenders’planning to research theirinternational trips online -compared to a figure of just 11%for newspapers. Magazines, the Yellow Pages,catalogues, television and radioall rated at 5% or less in the study Media sources for domesticholiday intenders rated similarly. “Domestic destinationmarketers have a difficult taskahead of them trying to win ashare of a shrinking pie, and needto exploit the heavy reliance oftourists on the internet as bothan information source andbooking method,” Ianniello said.
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THERE’S mixed feeling in Samoaabout a plan to switch the Pacificnation to the other side of theinternational date line (TD Thu). Some tourism operators havedecried the move, saying it willremove the unique attraction ofSamoan sunsets being the lastin each daily rotation of the earth. But others see opportunity inthe change, which will meanthat Samoa has a different dateto nearby American Samoa. This means “you can have twobirthdays, two weddings andtwo wedding anniversaries onthe same date - on separatedays,” said Samoan primeminister Tuilaepa Lupesoliai.
THE world’s largest airportopened this week to rave reviews. But don’t expect to fly thereany time soon - it’s a detailedUS$5 million model which tookover six years to build. The detailed miniature, named‘Knuffingen Airport’ is on show at Germany’s Miniatur Wonderlandtheme park in Hamburg.
New Corinthia flagship CORINTHIA Hotels has openedits new flagship property, the 5-star Corinthia Hotel London. The hotel features 294 guestrooms and suites.
Swissotel Sydney GM SWISSOTEL Hotels & Resorts hasannounced the appointment ofSwiss national Daniel Fueglister asGeneral Manager for theSwissotel Sydney. He was previously gm at theSwissotel Le Plaza, Basel.
So many TD comps! TRAVEL Daily readers this weekare in for a treat, with no lessthan four competitions, runningoffering a range of top prizes. As well as our monthly compwith a prize of a trip for two toHawaii (page 8), there’s the Visacompetition offering a trip toMelbourne for the Tutankhamunexhibition (see page 1) and alsodaily $100 voucher prizes fromGroupon on page 4. And don’t forget our websitelaunch competition offering a tripfor two to Abu Dhabi - seetraveldaily.com.au/competitions.
China Southern set for Perth flights THE West AustralianGovernment has confirmed a newagreement with China SouthernAirlines which paves the way forthe carrier to launch non stopservices to Perth. WA tourism minister KimHames and Tourism WA ceoStephanie Buckland visitedGuangzhou for the signingceremony, which also includedPerth Airport ceo Brad Geatchesand CZ chief Tan Wan Geng. “Gaining direct air access to themassive Chinese tourism marketis a top priority of the StateGovernment and Tourism WA,”said Hames. As well as boosting tourism, adirect flight connection to Chinawould help build the alreadystrong trade links between China
and Western Australia, he added. With WA contributing about70% of Australia’s exports toChina, Perth is already a highyield route for the country, with33% of traffic business related. However currently WesternAustralia only attracts 3% ofChinese visitors to Australia “andthe government and Tourism WAwant to rectify that andsignificantly increase our share ofthe Chinese market,” Hames said. MEANWHILE China Southern -already one of the biggest airlinesin the world - looks to be set forfurther growth with the carrierplacing an order for six newBoeing 787s for its XiamenAirlines subsidiary. The still to be finalised order isworth around US$1.1 billion.
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For more information, a detailed position description is available at:www.tourismnt.com.au/about/employment.htmlEnquiries: Please call Human Resources 08 8999 3913To Apply: Please forward application to [email protected] with position number listed on the job description, no later than 13 May 2011
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The Role:Reporting to the Trade Sales Manager, you will be the day-to-daycontact for 3rd party ticket agents, such as inbound and domestictour operators, hotels and concierges, and transport operators. Youwill work with each of these partners to ensure our Sydneyattractions have maximum exposure through relevantcommunication channels, such as brochure inclusion and point ofsale, and are consistently driving incremental ticket sales. You willwork with your clients and establish joint relationships to achieveboth company objectives and be looking at new businessopportunities where they exist. You will also represent MerlinEntertainments Group at relevant Trade shows, Sales trips andnetwork events so an outgoing, friendly manner is clearly an asset!This is a great opportunity to combine working with excitingattractions and part of the growing number of Merlin attractions inAustralia & New Zealand.
The Person:Highly motivated, you must have at least 2 years previous Salesexperience with proven success in delivering innovative and highlytargeted Sales & Marketing campaigns within the leisure,entertainment or retail sector. You will also have the flexibility tospend some time away from home as travel is part of the job. Youmust possess excellent communication, interpersonal, andorganisational skills, as well as the energy and dedication to bringcontinued success to these key attractions. You will also be able todemonstrate a passion for visitor attractions and delivering fantasticguest experiences. Japanese, Korean or Chinese speaking is anadvantage. Tourism experience essential.
Please send your Resume and Cover Letter byFri 13 May to: [email protected]
APT hosted anintimate groupof travel agentson a five nightfamil to Tasmaniarecently. Highlights ofthe trip incl awalk to theWineglass Baylookout inFreycinetNational Park,Tahune Airwalk,free time inRichmond and experiencing localeateries offered as part of APT’sDine Around options. The itinerary also included timein Launceston as well as historicPort Arthur. The group are pictured at PortArthur’s Convict Church from left:Tracy Thompson, Colac TravelService; Andrew Mitchell, APT;Alison O’Hanlon, East BurwoodTravel; Johanna Dash, HWTMalvern; and Sarah Howarth, Australian Holiday Centre.
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Gold Coast campaign TOURISM Queensland and GoldCoast Tourism have launched a$500,000 marketing campaign toattract “southerners” to the stateduring the winter months. The ‘Gold Coast, Famous for FunDeals’ promo is being run inpartnership with Flight Centre,Infinity Holidays and VirginAustralia, and will appear on TV,print, radio and online media inMelbourne and Sydney.
TN re-issue fee codes AIR Tahiti Nui is remindingagents that re-issue fees shouldbe collected through V-MPDunless GDSs allow collection viaticketing transaction. TN says the code to be usedmust be ‘CP’ or ‘MF’, not ‘YR’.
New Norfolk accom ROCKY Point Lodge on NorfolkIsland has opened, and is offeringan opening special 20% discountvalid for stays until 30 Nov. The 4.5-star clifftop 3-bedroomhouse is also offering a 50%discount for travel agents - [email protected].
US hi-speed rail funds US Transportation Secretary RayLaHood has announced that 15American states and Amtrak willreceive US$2.02 billion for 22high-speed intercity passengerrail projects. Lines to receive funding includethose between Detroit andChicago, Chicago to St Louis andthe Northeast Corridor. And US$336.2 million is beingspent on state of the artlocomotives and rail cars forCalifornia and the Midwest. The nationwide railnetwork planaims to connect 80% of Americansto high-speed trains in 25 years.
Beijing Express tour RUSSIAN Gateway Tours isoffering a nine night train tourfrom Moscow to Beijing via thenorthern mountains of China,from $1975pp departing Apr-Sep- www.russian-gateway.com.au.
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Great Plains looks great
ABOVE: This week tourismoperators from across Africa havegathered in Durban, South Africato showcase their wares as partof the annual Indaba travel show. One of the exhibitors is GreatPlains Conservation, which runssix upmarket safari camps inBotswana, Kenya and Tanzania. Great Plains is owned by Dereckand Beverly Joubert, who arerenowned for their conservationwork in Botswana as well as theirfilming for National Geographic. The Jouberts are pictured aboveright on the Great Plains stand atIndaba with Sue Harms andRichard Ruskin from AfricanTravel Specialists in Melbourne.
New Norway packages DISCOVER The World Marketinghas launched new DiscoverNorway cruise and tour packagesin conjunction with Norwegiancruise firm Hurtigruten. The programs combineHurtigruten’s iconic coastal cruiseproduct with a range of uniquetravel experiences includingexplorations of historic towns,cultural highlights, stays inboutique guesthouses and even atwo day dog sledding expedition. Prices start at $2306pp for anine day Taste of SpectacularNorway tour, more informationon 02 9959 3696.
It’s snowing already SKI bunnies are getting set foranother big season, with FallsCreek in the Victorian Alpsyesterday experiencing its firstsnow flurries for 2011. As much as 30cm of snow isforecast to fall by Wed, while thecold weather also helps to freezethe ground to provide a betterbase for the snow in the lead upto this year’s official seasonlaunch on 11 Jun.
UL to Moscow again? SRILANKAN Airlines looks to bemodifying its plans to fly toRussia, with GDS screens nowshowing a new twice weeklyColombo-Dubai-Moscow route tobe operated from 15 Sep. UL had previously loaded A330flights to Moscow via Abu Dhabiwith a launch date of 23 Dec.
Car rental warning COMPASS Car Rental says thatstrong demand for vehicles in anumber of destinations in the USand Europe is seeing some typesplaced on stop sell in the lead upto the peak summer season. Spokesman James Frape saidthat while lots of customers arerequesting quotes, some clientsare waiting to book in the hopethat the A$ will increase further. He recommended that bookingsbe confirmed now to lock vehiclesin - www.compasscars.com.au.
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Sales Development ManagerEvergreen Tours is one of Australia’s most dynamic escortedtouring companies delivering premium quality tours withunbeatable value. Our successful organisation has an excellentopportunity for a Sales Development Manager to join our Sydneybased Sales Team.
This role will be responsible for maximising product sales forEvergreen Tours through relationships with, and planned call cyclesto, the retail travel sector and coach/group operators markets asper sales and cost budgets.
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AFTA UPDATEThe latest insights from AFTA’s
Chief Executive, Jayson Westbury
BY NOW you may have spotted the next version of the “Before / Afta”campaign layout that we have called “romance”. This next instalment inthe important stable of layouts will provide some fresh images andmessages for AFTA members to use in local advertising or other flyers toclients. Note: The latest artwork is online at traveldaily.com.au/photos.
So far, the versions that have been released have been well received bymembers and we have several messages into AFTA showing howmembers have used them. As a part of the ongoing awarenesscampaign, AFTA has continued its public relations plan and over thecoming weeks/month I expect that editors of consumer publications willbe running more positive stories about travel agents. You can requestcopies of the new version from the afta.com.au website.
In keeping with the theme of agency awareness, I am also pleased tohear that many of the negative advertisements by online sellers of travelinsurance have changed. In fact, one particular supplier has changed thelanguage to: “compare our price with your travel agent”. If you ask me thisis fantastic news for travel agents as it gives you the opportunity toexplore and explain why your product is better and at least compete forthe client’s insurance business.
This change did not come quickly or easily as it required gettingregulators involved. The good news is that the change has come aboutand for the time being, we have a level playing field in terms of theadvertising of travel insurance by online sellers.
This week will also have the federal budget handed down and given thenumber of leaks, stories, advance information and generally other factsalready out in the market place, I will be surprised if there are any bignews items that could be left.
For the travel industry there will be no specifically good news. What isclear if that we should see the exchange rate staying high for the next 6months or so, but we may also see an increase in interest rates, and forthose in leisure travel, this may propose an issue as consumerspull back on spending? No matter what the finalannouncements are today, there are clear signals thatthe economy may be in for a bit of a bumpy ride over thecoming months. I guess we have to all just buckle in andgo along for the ride.
Worldhotels in Macau THE new 1500-room GalaxyHotel in Macau will be part of theWorldhotels network when itofficially opens next week. The property is the “signaturehotel” of Galaxy Macau, theenclave’s newest five starintegrated destination resort.
Dollar reviewing deal DOLLAR Thrifty AutomotiveGroup have said its Board ofDirectors will “review andconsider” an offer made by Hertzto acquire all its outstandingshares of common stock. Hertz is offering US$72 perDollar Thrifty share.
QF adds J workspace QANTAS is believed to be addinga semi-permanent ‘workspace’across the middle seat of itsrecently re-configured BusinessClass domestic A330-200 cabin. Earlier this year, online airlineblogs flagged that Qantas hadreconfigured two of its A330swith a 2-3-2 configuration. But the cabin set-up has nowbeen reduced to 36 J class seats,with the middle seat in the centreblock of three understood to havea workstation created.
Univ. Studios Lounge AMERICAN Express card holderswill be able to access an exclusivelounge at Universal StudiosFlorida when a multi park ticketor annual pass is purchased usingtheir credit card. The new lounge is open sevendays a week and will offer guestsan air conditioned space withcomplimentary chilled drinks andlight refreshments as well as anelectronic charging station topower up cameras and phones.
Japan foreign arrivals down by 50% INBOUND international arrivalsto Japan have slumped by 50.3%year-on-year during Mar 2011 to352,800, according to the lastestpreliminary figures from JapanNational Tourism Organisation. The 11 Mar earthquake andtsunami has had a massive impacton visitor numbers to the country,
as to be expected. All of Japan’s major sourcemarkets dropped by between61.2% for Hong Kong, or 22,000visitors, or 47.4% for South Korea,or a massive 80,000 arrivals. Aussie figures were hammeredduring the period too, falling46.8% to 10,900 during the month.
HA traffic rises in Apr HAWAIIAN Airlines has reporteda 2.4% year-on-year rise inpassenger traffic during Apr, up to678,556 movements.
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WELCOME to Money Talk, TD’sTue feature on what theAustralian dollar is doing.
THE big thing on currencytraders’ minds over the last weekhas been the major decline in oilprices, which have dived morethan 15% over the last month. On 11 Apr Singapore crudereached a three year high ofUS$142.85 per barrel - leading toairlines very quickly imposing orincreasing fuel surcharges. Today oil has slumped to justover US$100 - with Emirates thefirst cab off the rank to react,removing its fuel surchargesyesterday after just 3 weeks. The Aussie dollar is hoveringaround the US$1.07 mark,withexpectations of an interest raterise next month keeping it strong.
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Egyptian friends get together
LAST night about 100 agents,wholesalers and media gatheredat the Egyptian Consulate-General in Sydney for an in-depthlecture on Egyptology. Two eminent MacquarieUniversity academics, SusanneBinder and Boyo Ockinga,presented their insights into thelife and times of Tutankhamun,the Egyptian boy king who iscurrently the subject of a majorexhibition in Melbourne. Consul-General Ayman AlyKamel urged the industry toreturn to Egyptfollowing the“intelligenttechnicalrevolution”earlierthis year, whichsaw a sharp fallin visitation.
“While much has changed andis changing in Egypt, our tourismpartnerships are unchanged,” hesaid, with tourism a key pillar ofthe economy and a concertedcampaign to stress Egypt is safe. Pictured above at the event areJohn Polyviou, Sun Island Tours;Norhan Youssef, Etihad Airways;and Craig Owens, Bunnik Tours. And below are Maged Mohamedand Youssef Gad, Egyptair; NaguibKanawati, Macquarie Uni’sNaguib Kanawati; and EgyptianConsul-General, Ayman Aly Kamel.
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