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Boeing unveils Dreamliner interior, signals the -300 could be dropped
Boeing has unveiled its 787 Dreamliner interior at a media launch giving the public its first glimpse inside the third test flight aircraft which had been partially configured for flight purposes. -
Wolgan Valley gets green stamp of approval
Wolgan Valley, Australia's latest "uber-luxury" resort, has been given a carbon neutral certification from international recognised carboNZero within three months of its launch. -
Hotel in the sky may become a reality
UK company, Seymourpowell has released a revolutionary new travel and transportation concept called Aircruise, which has been likened to a hotel in the sky. -
NZ junior chef wins bronze at World Challenge
A junior chef from New Zealand has once again made his restaurant proud, picking up a bronze medal at The Hans Bueschkens World Junior Chef's Challenge in Chile last week. -
Queenstown welcomes new CEO extra funding
Destination Queenstown has welcomed in a new Chief Executive Officer after Stephen Pahl stepped down last September, additionally the tourism body this year can look forward to an extra $800,000 in funds. - More

Hospitality News
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Room demand debate rages for 2010 FIFA World Cup
A debate is raging over the actual demand for accommodation during the 2010 FIFA World Cup, after FIFA released 65,000 of its MATCH-booked rooms in the Western Cape. -
Starwood launch online lifestyle portal for guests
Starwood Hotels & Resorts launched this week a new online portal dedicated to food, beverage, spa, weddings and events. - Historic Thai resort region launches innovative campaign
Premier properties in Hua Hin, Cha Am partner on ground-breaking media initiative - More

National Tourist Office News
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Tourism Fiji woos Kiwi tourists
Tourism Fiji hopes to attract 103,000 New Zealanders into visiting Fiji, with a 60-second commercial currently being aired on Television New Zealand. -
Campaign aims to drive Aussies to NZ slopes again
Tourism New Zealand launched Sunday its new early-bird ski campaign aimed at attracting keen Australian skiers and snowboarders to NZ's slopes. - 'We are Guam,' 'We are Yigo' Mural to Begin Production
The "We Are Yigo" mural begins production on Saturday, February 6, 2010 in the island's northernmost village. As part of the Guam Visitors Bureau's "We Are Guam" brand initiative the "My Guam Village Mural" showcases Guam's brand identity promoting creativity and sense of place in all villages. - More

Wholesaler News
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Exotic wedding destinations revealed in new brochure
Flight Centre and YOURWeddings have teamed up to release a new brochure dedicated to wedding and honeymoon destinations in line with a $20,000 competition. - More

Airline News
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Russian regional carriers to merge with Aeroflot
Russia's flagship carrier Aeroflot is set to merge with several of the country's regional carriers, a Russian transport official announced last week. - More

MICE News
- Christchurch's new Novotel makes conferncing an 'artform'
Conference delegates at the new Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square are not only getting the city's most stylish and h-tech meeting facilities, they are getting access to a hotel that perfectly captures its location through a combination of heritage, cutting edge design, and exceptional local art. - More

Agent Incentives
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'Play it Safe' travel agents incentive
Your chance to win the sleek & lightweight 'Parrot MINIKIT SLIM' portable Bluetooth hands-free car kit. With its many handy uses and space-saving design the 'Parrot MINIKIT SLIM' can be used in the car, office and at home. - Sabah incentive prize-winner announced
Royal Brunei Airlines and Sabah Tourism Board wishes to announce that Jessica Atkins, International Travel Consultant, Warkworth Flight Centre, is the lucky winner of the above promotion. - More

Awards
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Australian eco-resort wins best 'service' award
Paradise Bay Eco Escape is revelling after receiving several accolades from TripAdvisor's 2010 Travelers' Choice Awards voted on by over 30 million people. -
World Travel Awards nominations deadline extended
The 2010 World Travel Awards have extended its nominations deadline, but with the date coming up soon, the organisers have put out a final call for anyone still wanting to submit a suggestion. - More

Car Hire News
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Great News! Due to the fantastic support shown by the trade we have decided to extend our commission rate of 14% on all Renault Earlybird Bookings through to March 31st 2010.
So don't miss out make your booking NOW to earn great Commission on this fantastic European Drive Program. Brochures are available through Brochurenet & full details available online at www.anzcro.co.nz/renault.html - More

People On The Move
- Phil Riley appointed general manager & area general manager IHG, Indonesia
InterContinental Bali Resort is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Phil Riley as General Manager & Regional General Manager IHG Indonesia - More

GLBT News
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Vienna, A City With Balls
The Ball Season Is But One of Vienna's Many Winter Charms - More

Roadshows, Seminars, Workshops
- Discover America Seminars
Discover America Seminars in Wellington and Auckland on 22nd and 23rd February now listed. - More

Weekly Review by
Mr. eTraveller
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Inn At Irving Place: New York's Mansion Hotel
Start Spreading The News, I'm NOT Leaving Today - More

Featured Destination
- Paint the town red in Buñol, Spain
On the last Wednesday of every August, the sleepy town of Buñol erupts into a fiery blaze of red for the world famous food-fight, La Tomatina. - More

Featured Hotel
- Book 20 Rooms, Get One Free Room + 10% off your Conference Package!
Welcome to Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Darling Harbour. Whether you're planning a small meeting or an event for up to 450, we are the ideal venue for you. - More

























