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QF 787s to Jo’burgQAntAs will use Boeing 787-9
Dreamliner aircraft to replace 747s on the South Africa route, as well as to hubs in South and North America, ceo Alan Joyce reportedly said yesterday at the CAPA World Aviation Summit.
Joyce also said QF would discuss with alliance partner Emirates how it will best use two slots at London Heathrow it currently has on lease to British Airways.
The leased slots will revert back to QF at the end of 2017.
Last week, Joyce and Emirates boss Tim Clark met to discuss the alliance’s future growth strategy to hubs in Europe (TD Tue).
Laos air travel treatyAn AIR services agreement
with Laos and Australia, opening up the possibility for airlines to expand travel between the two countries will be considered by the Treaties Committee at a public hearing on Mon.
The treaty would provide an opportunity to increase tourism and export activity.
Quest: living localQuest Apartment Hotels
continues its travel trade push, today promoting the ability to call on staff’s local expertise to explore and “live like a local” while staying with Quest (see today’s cover page).
United back to AucklandstAR Alliance member carrier
United Airlines today revealed it would resume services between the US west coast & New Zealand from mid-next year (TD breaking news), trumping an expected move into the Kiwi market by Qantas’ US partner American Airlines.
UA will launch a thrice weekly service to Auckland from San Francisco starting 01 Jul using Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft.
The route will be beefed up to daily frequencies from 28 Oct,
upgauging to the larger 787-9 in time for the peak winter season, subject to regulatory approval.
Flights will depart AKL at 1320, enabling travellers to connect on flights from Australian hubs.
The service will operate under a cooperative arrangement with Star Alliance NZ member Air New Zealand, which itself operates the route on a daily basis.
United Airlines last operated flights to New Zealand in 2003.
In Jul, TD revealed paperwork filed in NZ indicated American Airlines “will” fly to New Zealand in due course (TD 13 Jul).
EY A380 early to JFKetIHAd Airways has brought
forward the commencement date of its A380 route from Abu Dhabi to New York JFK in response to strong Thanksgiving demand and the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix.
Superjumbo services, featuring Etihad’s three room Residence suite, will now begin from 23 Nov, instead of the original 01 Dec.
The A380 will replace one of the two daily Boeing 777 services.
Old Clare into DesigntHe newly opened The Old
Clare Hotel in Sydney (TD 21 Sep) has emerged as the newest member in Australia to join chic hotel network Design Hotels.
Design Hotels, which is affiliated with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, has over 280 bespoke properties around the globe, most of which are spread across Europe.
The Old Clare Hotel is the second Design Hotel in Sydney alongside QT Sydney - and fifth in Australia.
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The AHA’s current authorisation expires in mid 2016, and the association wishes to extend the authorisation for another ten years, adding a number of suppliers now and in the future.
In its application, the AHA said the move would give the AHA Divisions and its members more input and cost effectiveness in
the competitive process between buyers and suppliers.
Under non-collective bargaining arrangements, AHA argues members are being presented with contracts weighted in favour of the target on a ‘take it or leave it’ basis under which is proving difficult to negotiate.
The AHA told the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission collective bargaining would help boost competition and will result in fairer terms and conditions for liquor retailers.
The application is open for submissions until 23 Oct, with a final determination due in Mar.
VA expand Sabre pactVIRgIn Australia will enhance
its recently-signed deal with Sabre Corporation (TD 17 Jul), agreeing to take on new content merchandising solutions and the Sabre Marketplace Analysis tool.
Under the revised deal, Virgin will be able to use data through Sabre systems to develop ways to increase revenue and yield on transactions made by passengers.
Airfares and ancillary products will also be able to be marketed and sold, with agents able to buy ancillaries on behalf of clients.
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the Australian travel industry have this week received the latest issue of travelBulletin, which includes our annual “Million Dollar Club” story on how much the top end of town is really earning.
While QF ceo Alan Joyce pocketed almost $12 million, it has been a topsy-turvy time for many other senior executives, with a significant number of previous leaders dropping below the one million dollar mark this year.
The Oct edition also includes features on luxury travel, rail journeys, South America, Singapore and Christmas holiday ideas for your clients - as well as our regular line-up of contributions from industry opinion leaders.
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Schwartz confirms Rydges Central upgr
expAnsIon of the Rydges Sydney Central - as revealed by Travel Daily this week (TD 06 Oct) - has been confirmed by owners, The Schwartz Family Company.
Due for completion by the end of next year, the property will add two new floors offering an extra 38 rooms built on top in order to meet soaring demand in Sydney.
The extension will be ready in time for the opening of the new International Convention Centre and adjacent Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, another property owned by Schwartz.
Consuelo to departLong-time Philippine Dept of
Tourism Australia representative Consuelo G. Jones will return to the Philippines prior to retiring.
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new Zealand may need to take some of its own driving advice.
The country’s visitation body Tourism New Zealand is in damage control after a film clip promoting safe driving for car and motorhome renters showed the vehicle travelling on the wrong side of the road (below).
Social media videographer “Devin Super Tramp” created the video, which was viewed online more than 300,000 times before it was taken down.
Incidentally, the purpose of the video was to encourage safe driving for tourists renting cars & motorhomes, screening largely to source markets from Asia.
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Carslon Rezidor Hotel Group in the Australasia market emerged this week, with the Singapore-based group announcing it will launch the Park Inn brand in 2018.
Carslon Rezidor has signed a management deal for the Park Inn by Radisson Fiji Suva, the group’s second Fijian property, joining Radisson Blu Resort Fiji Denarau Island.
The new-build 130-key Park Inn by Radisson Suva will be located within close proximity to the main street of the Fijian capital, the city’s wharf & bus terminal.
Catering to the MICE segment, the new hotel will also feature a ballroom and meeting rooms.
Kenya keen to step inAmid tightening immigration
requirements to South Africa, Kenya has sought to raise its flag higher in order to drive a greater share of the Australian market for wildlife and safari holidays.
In effect since 01 Jun, parents visiting South Africa with kids 18 years of age or under must carry original or certified birth certificates for each child, presented at check-in (TD 22 Sep).
The measures apply to travellers entering the country on any airline but not those transiting on to another country.
Kenya Tourism Board spokesperson Anne Morris told TD this week the country, “long regarded as the home of the safari” welcomes everyone, even families, with open arms.
“Accessibility is now easier than ever with an online visa system, meaning that all Australian visitors can obtain an e-visa prior to departure to gain entry to Kenya,” Morris told Travel Daily.
SA mtn bike projectmountAin bike touring routes,
scenic descending trails, bike parks & consolidation of existing trails will all be carried out by the SA Government as part of its play for a greater slice of bike tourism.
The government will spend $1.5 million on developing the Mount Lofty Ranges as a mountain biking and cycling destination by 2020.
Sustainability, Environment and Conservation Minister Ian Hunter said the bike tourism market was around 500,000 visitors per year.
CX HKG 7’s packagescAtHAy Pacific has released a
range of travel packages for fans of the HSBC Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament, taking place in the city from 08-10 Apr 2016.
As the official Sevens airline, travel deals including return air from Australia and passes to the entire three-day tournament start at $1,569pp ex Adelaide, with prices available from other cities.
Departures valid from 01-08 Apr.
DFAT Nepal updatepRotests in Nepal’s southern
provinces bordering India have resulted in a shortage of fuel and other essential supplies throughout Nepal, prompting DFAT to reissue its travel advice.
DFAT has advised those planning to travel to Nepal contact their tour provider to assess if they will be affected by the fuel shortage.
The overall level for Nepal remains at “exercise a high degree of caution”.
TTC Treadright policytHe Travel Corporation’s
sustainability arm The Treadright Foundation has adopted a new Animal Welfare Policy to ensure touring programs adhere to recognised animal welfare criteria.
Operations teams will now have greater clarity on tour activities involving animals under human control, with those not meeting the guidelines to be phased out.
PTC Harbour Town jvpARKeR Travel Collection has
teamed with Harbour Town on the Gold Coast to promote the outlet shopping centre’s unique tourism services and facilities.
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10 years of Expedia.com.au celebrates in SydneysenIoR execs from Expedia Inc
celebrated the 10th anniversary of the OTA’s operation in Australia through the expedia.com.au channel in Sydney this week.
Chief executive officer Dara Khosrowshahi and chief financial officer Mark Okerstrom flew into the Harbour City from the US for a whirlwind visit to mark the occasion with the local office.
Khosrowshahi told media on Wed “Australia is a market that we are really interested in...it’s a terrific market.”
He said Expedia’s business here is “growing nicely,” revealing sales generated in one week now are equivalent to what the OTA made in its debut year back in 2005.
Speaking of the merger with the Wotif Group, the Seattle-based boss referred to the Aussie company as “kind of a perfect match” for Expedia Inc.
The businesses complement each other, with Expedia.com.au tending to create more outbound sales, while the majority of Wotif’s sales are domestic product.
“They will focus, but not exclusively, on those two messages,” Khosrowshahi said.
Technology integration of the Wotif brand with that of Expedia, aimed at improving efficiency, is seeing “good results out of Wotif and the lastminute[.com] brand”.
“We hope to build from there,” Khosrowshahi added.
Integration has also seen the Wotif website remove booking fees for hotels & for the majority
of air carriers and LCCs.“Our philosophy in general
is we have to use the scale of the business & growth of the business and essentially make it easier and cheaper for consumers to book travel.
“Wotif was charging fees and we removed them. You can’t be charging a bunch of fees and thrive,” Khosrowshahi remarked.
Expedia Inc cfo Mark Okerstrom said the online travel firm has invested billions over the last five years to “essentially re-platform all our websites, to re-establish ourselves as the ‘revolutionary’ in the travel industry”.
“At our heart, we are a technology company and that is what has driven us thus far and what will drive us further.”
Wotif Group managing director Daniel Finch said the merger with Expedia has been “refreshing”.
Finch said the new Wotif.com website continues to evolve since migrating to Expedia’s platform in May, saying “we’ve enhanced performance. For the main part of the integration, the bulk of the work has been done.”
“It feels like a fresh start.”A new advertising campaign for
Wotif.com - the first major promo for the brand in three years - goes live next week (TD yesterday) featuring the new tag line of ‘Home of Holiday’.
Finch said it takes advantage of Wotif’s “incredible stat” that one in two Australians have booked a holiday with the company.
pictured at Bennelong at the Sydney Opera House from left are Georg Ruebensal, md Expedia ANZ; Mark Okerstrom, cfo Expedia Inc; Dara Khosrowshahi, ceo Expedia Inc and Daniel Finch, ceo Wotif Group.
Expedia plots ChinaexpedIA Inc is eyeing entry into
the China outbound market via the Expedia brand, the OTA’s ceo Dara Khosrowshahi has stated.
This week, Khosrowshahi told Australian media the Chinese market was “hyper competitive”, and for at least the next five years probably wasn’t the best fit for western companies to tackle.
Earlier this year, Expedia Inc divested its stake in China-based travel firm eLong (TD 25 May), in order to focus on outbound China business through tie-ups with online agencies Ctrip and Qunar.
He said of China: “We don’t think [China is] particularly attractive over the next 5 years.”
“We want to go outbound first, then over a long period of time we’ll see how we compete in China. It’s tough for western companies to compete in China,” Khosrowshahi added.
Expedia Inc also has a presence in China through Hotels.com.
United adds SFO/TLVunIted Airlines will commence
a new San Francisco-Tel Aviv route from 01 Apr.
The route will be serviced using Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner jets on a thrice weekly basis.
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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Trade Development Manager to join our team supporting the Australian market. Reporting to the General Manager for Australia, this position is an integral part of the Sydney Team and is primarily responsible for leading and managing the delivery of industry engagement, trade and consumer events, key account management and product development. Other responsibilities include developing and implementing Tourism New Zealand’s trade marketing strategy, initiating local partnerships, analysing TNZ research and effectively sharing this information with the travel industry in Australia.To be considered for the role you will have a minimum of 8 years’ experience operating at a similar level in the Australian travel trade industry with a clear understanding of all its distribution channels, including online. Your outstanding Account Management skills will be evidenced by your existing industry relationships and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation. As an effective leader you will be results driven, motivated, and have excellent communication, project management and presentation skills. You will be travelling regularly throughout Australia and New Zealand in this role so a current passport and clean full drivers’ license is a must. If you are ready to join a team that is passionate about the work they do, want to make every day in your career count for more and you have an unwavering belief in New Zealand then this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. A full job description can be downloaded from www.tourismnewzealand.comTo apply: Please send your CV, cover letter and application form to [email protected] date: 5pm Friday 16 October 2015
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Qantas Holidays & Viva! Holidays is a subsidary of helloworld.Helloworld Limited is one of Australia’s leading integrated travel businesses and is currently seeking a motivated Reservations Sales Consultant to join the wholesale team in Mascot, NSW.The role will involve answering inbound phone calls from customers, building relationships, creating and tailoring holiday packages using reservations and support systems, identifying opportunities to up-sell or cross-sell products and provide excellent customer service.To be successful in this role you will have completed year 12 demonstrated experience in a customer service environment; sales experience or proven ability to achieve targets, strong verbal and written communication skills, sense of urgency and drive to meet or exceed performance targets, passion for travel; and a passion for creating great holiday experiences.
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Macau’s food for thought
lAst night saw the official opening of the 17th annual Sydney Night Noodle Markets in Hyde Park, with Macau as the exclusive international tourism body sponsor for the event.
Macau Govt Tourist Office (Australia) gm Helen Wong said visitors to the pavilion can take a seat, dine on noodles and learn about Macau’s many highlights of the “genuine global centre for tourism and leisure”.
Held from 09-25 Oct, the 2015 outdoor event has attracted over
450 food operators, bars and activation spaces to cater for large crowds.
Now a major event on the city’s calendar, the Sydney Night Noodle Markets is expected to break last year’s attendance record of 550,000.
To celebrate their inaugural involvement in the event, MGTO in Australia has partnered with Cathay Pacific and Macau Tower’s AJ Hackett to offer a prize via a “selfie” social media competition.
The comp encourages visitors to snap photos of themselves in front of the specially-erected Ruins of St. Paul’s recreation.
The winning entrant will score a trip for themselves and three friends to Macau for the 2015 Macau Grand Prix, to be held from 19-22 Nov.
pictured at the Macau Pavilion, in front of the recreation of the Ruins of St. Paul’s, from left are Ben Zaubzer of Macau Government Tourist Office with Franziska McCarthy and Richard Jones from Cathay Pacific.
Meeting Place agendaoRgAnIseRs of ATEC Meeting
Place 2015 have announced its conference program and international keynote speakers.
At the conference, being held on 01-02 Dec, the int’l speaker line-up will include Daina Middleton, ceo Performics and head of global business marketing, Twitter and Doug Lansky, int’l destination specialist, travel writer & author.
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Among the highlights is a new 19 Dec winter departure of The Alpine Adventure, which explores Switzerland, Austria & Germany.
Other new departures include the Italia Bella: Rome to Venice itinerary on 20 Jun and 12 Jul, along with departures on 24 Jun and 18 Jul for the Castles & Kings: London to Paris itinerary and a new vessel for Galapagos sailings.
3 new India 4 PointstHRee new Four Points hotels
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Starwood Hotels & Resorts managing director India and regional vp South Asia, Dilip Puri said India is an “under-hoteled” market and expects the demand for high-calibre lodging to “far exceed current supply for at least the next three to five years”.
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These South Australian agents enjoyed a week exploring Sri Lanka’s famous cultural triangle on a recent On The Go Tours fam.
The trip included visits to the exquisite Dambulla cave temple, the historic Temple of the Tooth in Kandy and meeting Sri Lanka’s orphaned elephants at Pinnawala.
Other highlights included sipping a cup of the finest Ceylon tea awaiting them at the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea plantation at the hill resort of Nuwara Eliya.
pictured visiting the iconic rock fortress of Sigiriya, standing
200 metres high in the middle of verdant jungle from left are Chris Jones, Flight Centre Glenelg; Lauren Calandro, Flight Centre Mawson Lakes, Becky Kent-Perchalla, Travel Associates Perchalla & Turner; Michelle Zienkiewicz, TravelManagers; Dani Curtis, Flight Centre St Agnes; Renay Watson, Flight Centre Whyalla; Di Bignell, On The Go Tours SA/NT/Asia business development manager; Adam Riessen, Flight Centre SA/NT head office and Ashlee Cutting, Tailor Made Travel, Mt Gambier.
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UAE DFAT updatetHe Dept of Foreign Affairs &
Trade is advising travellers with unresolved legal issues, charges or unpaid debts in the United Arab Emirates may be detained at the airport, including in transit.
A Smartraveller update has also recommended travellers take care not to cause offence while in the UAE, including on social media and advised terrorist attacks could occur in the country.
The UAE’s travel advisory remains at the lowest level.
W Hotel enters EgyptstARwood Hotels & Resorts
Worldwide will debut its funky W hotel brand in Egypt, announcing plans to open with the W Sharm El Sheikh in 2020.
W Sharm El Sheikh will feature direct access to the Red Sea and offer 350 guest rooms.
Facilities at the hotel will include three dining venues, a bar, spa, gym, tennis court and pool.
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MELB – SALARY PKG $56K + REGULAR SALARY INCREASES
Australia’s leading online travel company have a need for one more customer service consultant to join their fun &
social team. Working in a rotational roster, you will be responsible for assisting the general public via phone & email enquiries with regards to changes & amendments to flight & hotel bookings, together with website user assistance. This is
a terrific role that will see you step away from retail travel sales. Great location – great office environment. Min 18mths
international travel consulting with native Galileo skills.
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PICK OF THE BUNCH! TRAVEL CONSULTANT
BRISBANE – UP TO $50K + BONUSES
Join this great travel company who prides themselves on providing the best customer service at all times for their
clients giving them an experience to remember. Working within a team of consultants you will be selling a range of leisure products. All bookings are received by phone and email so there is no face to face consulting! A generous salary + monthly bonuses on offer. If you have at least 1 years experience as an international consultant, great
customer service and sales skills we want to hear from you!
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THE MORE THE MERRIER! GROUPS TRAVEL CONSULTANT
NORTH SYDNEY – SALARY PACKAGE UP TO $60k OTE
This prominent global agency has a specialised group’s team who handle requests for 10+ pax. Design all aspects of
worldwide all-inclusive tours, including flights, cruise, land products & special celebrations. Build new & maintain
existing customer & supplier relations. Use your exceptional product/destination knowledge & creativity to build unique itineraries. Enjoy M-F only, top salary plus comm, ongoing
training & fab famils. If you have min 2 years’ exp inc groups & a passionate go-get attitude, Apply Now!
SET SAIL INTO THIS AMAZING ROLE! WHOLESALE & RETAIL CRUISE SPECIALIST & MANAGER
SYDNEY – TOP SALARY PLUS INCENTIVES
Do you know your ship? This global cruise liner is looking for a passionate Manager to join their team. In this hands on
role, you can enjoy designing all-inclusive packages as well as managing your team to success. Liaise closely with your
colleagues to drive the company forward. If you have min 5 yrs exp, a passion for cruise, solid GDS skills & management
exp; you will be rewarded with a top salary, beautiful offices, ongoing development & famils/inspections. Jump ship &
come on-board today!
HIGH BASE SALARY PLUS BONUSES! CORPORATE TRAVEL CONSULTANT
PERTH (CBD) – SALARY PKG TO $75K (INCL. BONUSES)
With several new accounts secured, this national travel management company are hiring 3 new staff members.
Working for this award winning company, you will enjoy a high base salary together with added monetary bonuses and
exceptional employee benefits. If you are an experienced international travel consultant with experience booking
business travel, now is your chance to move the big guns. Do not miss this opportunity, enquire with AA Appointments
today and fast forward your career.
IMPLEMENT & SUPPORT! ONLINE SUPPORT CONSULTANT BRISBANE CBD – GREAT $$ PKG
This leading travel company is looking for an online booking tool support specialist to join their dynamic team. You will
utilise your travel industry & project management skills assisting the implementation of a new online booking
system. Monday to Friday only. Excellent salary package. Educational leave, travel discounts, endless career
progression plus so much more! Previous travel industry exp, ability to meet tight deadlines, strong excel skills, Serko and Concur highly regarded. Don’t miss this one, APPLY NOW!
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Working in partnership with the Australian Travel IndustryLeisure Travel Team LeaderGold Coast - $Competitive + Bonus - Ref 909PS1Are you an experienced Team Leader with strong GDS skills and excellent destination knowledge of North America? Do you motivate and drive your team to go above and beyond their targets? One of Australia’s fastest growing travel companies is expanding and recruiting now! You will be working in a medium sized call centre environment with 7 day shift rota managing a team of 6 consultants. Competitive base and phenomenal bonus structure offered!For more information, please call Peta on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY
Luxury Travel ConsultantBrisbane CBD - $Competitive - Ref 891/PSH1Are you an experienced worldwide Luxury Travel Consultant with extensive cruise product knowledge? My client is expanding their reservations team and are looking for an experienced Travel Consultant with a genuine passion for Cruise to join their team. If you have excellent destination knowledge, a passion for cruise and proven experience smashing set sales targets, then I’d love to hear from you. Excellent package is offered!For more information, please call Peta on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY
Senior Leisure/ Cruise ConsultantUpper North Shore/ Sydney - $40K + Comm - Ref: 908LB1No more tedious commute to the CBD for the lucky star consultant who joins this amazing team. Enjoy working close to home in the St Ives area. Bring your strong consulting skills and solid travel sales experience to this busy agency who pride themselves on providing 5* service to all clientele from a modern store front. You will be rewarded with a great salary + commissions, along with an opportunity to work with a fantastic team selling luxury products.For more information, please call Lynsey on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY
Travel ConsultantCanberra - Competitive + OTE - Ref 857SJ2Are you a travel industry professional looking for a fresh challenge? This is a dream Travel Consultant role based in Canberra on a full or part time basis. Uncapped earning potential with recognition & rewards for your hard work are offered with this fantastic travel role. You will ideally have international & domestic travel industry experience, be well travelled and have the passion to find the right holiday for your clients. Call me today for a confidential chat!For more information, please call Sarah on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY
Retail Travel ConsultantMelbourne - $42-45K + Incentive - Ref 458DB1New retail travel position! This well established travel company are looking for their next travel superstar to join there team! If you have two years plus experience as a Travel Consultant, love working with targets and delivering customer service, then read on! This position is working within a dynamic team; no day will be the same! You will be selling worldwide destinations and working with targets and commission. If this sounds like you then apply today!For more information, please call Deborah on(02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY
Senior High End Retail Leisure ConsultantS. Melbourne - $Competitive + Incentives - Ref 5920KF1Wanting to take ownership of your role with the support of a manager and agency? Bored of fully working on your own? We have the position for you! This growing TMC are offering you the opportunity to work in an established office with your own client base with the added support and ongoing training from an agency with the chance to grow your existing client base. Within your role you will be booking exclusive, high-end travel packages and airfares.For more information, please call Kate on(02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY
Wholesale Travel Specialist Adelaide - $32.5-38K + Super + Fams - Ref 0866NC2 A fantastic chance to join one of the leading travel wholesale specialists in the Adelaide area. We are looking for the perfect Travel Consultant to join this close knit team. You will answer email and phone enquiries relating to a range of bookings for this amazing area, including walking holidays, camper van hire and fly drives. This is a fantastic role if you have excellent personal experience of travelling New Zealand and have a genuine passion for the travel industry.For more information, please call Natalie on(02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY
Specialist Reservation Travel ConsultantPerth - $40-45K + Super + Bonus - Ref 0887NC5This is an awesome opportunity to join some of the leading, award winning wholesalers in the Perth area as a Specialist Reservation Travel Consultant. Have you sold and extensively travelled to Africa or South America or India or Sri Lanka? If so, then we need to speak to you! We have many fantastic roles to start in 2014. These leading, award winning wholesalers are looking for team players with two years front line travel industry experience.For more information, please call Natalie on(02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY
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South Pacific Travel SpecialistBrisbane, Up to $42k + Super, Ref: 1911LM1A South Pacific Travel Consultant is required to work for an extremely reputable and well established travel company located in Brisbane. Is the South Pacific your passion? Do you love tailoring itineraries? You can enjoy long term career progression, recognition and rewards for your efforts with this fantastic opportunity. Minimum 1 year travel industry experience along with GDS skills is required. Personal travel to South Pacific is an advantage. Interviewing now!
For more information please call Lia on (07) 3023 5023 or click APPLY now.
Luxury Cruise Sales ConsultantSydney, OTE to $90k, Ref: 1866P10My client is a leader in the cruise Industry with a defining name to uphold. They are seeking a highly experienced sales professional to join their award winning brand. To be considered for this position you will be an outgoing, enthusiastic individual with strong sales skills. You will have a love of sales with a track record for consistently delivering outstanding results. These opportunities do not come up very often; Interviews happening now, Please contact us now if this sound like you
For more information please call Paul on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY now.
Inbound Travel Specialist Melbourne, Up to $50k, Ref: 0767KF2Come and join this reputable, dynamic travel company located in the Inner Suburbs of Melbourne. A great opportunity for an inbound travel consultant to join this fantastic team. You will have previous inbound travel consulting experience ideally from the Europe region, excellent communication skills and a fantastic ability to think outside the box. This is a great company, looking for a wonderful Inbound Travel Specialist to join the team, offering amazing product to direct customers and agents.
For more information please call Kate on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY now.
Adelaide Tourism Travel ConsultantAdelaide, $Competitive salary, Ref: 1119DV0Are you travel candidate specialist!? Are you fluent in Mandarin?! My client is looking for a part-time consultant to join their successful team on an initial temp basis with the possibility of permanent work! You will be showcasing the best of Adelaide and assisting with travel bookings, tours and more! This is fantastic opportunity for a travel consultant looking for a new challenge! You will be earning a competitive salary and have the chance to work in a successful environment!
For more information please call Dave on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY now.
Corporate OBT Support Brisbane, $Competitive Salary, Ref: 1901SZ1A large and well established Travel Management Company is looking for an online booking tool trained consultant in their Brisbane CBD head office, to handle enquiries both externally and internally. You must be passionate about working in a support role and have a good understanding on an Online Booking Tool system. Corporate Travel Consulting experience is highly desirable but not essential. You will be working Monday to Friday only with a team of supportive and experienced consultants.
For more information please call Serena on (07) 3023 5023 or click APPLY now.
Travel Agency Sales ExecutiveNSW/ACT, Circa $60k + Bonus, Ref: 1924MB1This leading Travel Wholesale brand is looking for a Sales Executive to promote their well branded products and destinations across the NSW/ACT travel market. This role is perfect if you have Inside Sales experience or if you are a Travel Consultant with solid experience looking for your next career move out on the road. You will grow and account manage existing clients while also target new business. This is a rare opportunity for a driven Travel professional who wants to grow their career.
For more information please call Marissa on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY now.
Retail Travel ConsultantMelbourne, Attractive Package + Famils!, Ref: 1901TS2An exciting role has just become available in the trendy suburbs of Inner Melbourne with an industry leading agency. You will be working with a friendly team of like minded individuals in a Monday-Friday role. The successful candidate must have at least two years of experience in a customer facing role selling international and cruise products and can offer extraordinary service and deliver tailor made itineraries to their clients. Attractive salary + super and loads of famils on offer!
For more information please call Tammy on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY now.
Corporate Travel ConsultantPerth, $50-55k, Ref: 8198DV3If you are an International Corporate Consultant and you are in need of a fresh challenge in an expanding and thriving environment then this is your chance to fulfil your dream role! My client requires an experienced corporate consultant to join their team in central Perth. This is an Australian-owned corporate giant and you be will looked after with further progression on offer! Corporate Consultants that have international experience thrive in this kind of role and you can too!
For more information please call Dave on (02) 9113 7272 or click APPLY now.