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British Airways union offers 3.4% pay cut
Union leaders representing British Airways staff have made a dramatic attempt to end the deadlocked row with the airline by offering to cut cabin crew pay by 3.4 per cent. -
Association asks members to petition UK against unfair travel tax
To further protest the United Kingdom's Air Passenger Duty, the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is asking its member chapters all around the world to petition their local British Ambassadors and High Commissioners. -
Ex-addict accuses Air New Zealand of unfair dismissal
A former flight attendant has accused Air New Zealand of doing more to help pilots battling alcohol and drug addictions than it does for "expendable" cabin crew. -
Strike watch: Mass walkout on the cards at American Airlines
Flight attendants at American Airlines may vote to strike against the Fort Worth-based carrier after "lock-down" negotiations with a federal mediator failed to produce a contract agreement. -
Freeman and Hastings both walk away from SkyCity
SkyCity Entertainment has farewelled two of its executives in recent days, with Jane Freeman stepping down from the board and Jane Hastings electing not to return to SkyCity after the buyout of its cinema business by Amalgamated Holdings. - More

Hospitality News
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Outrigger Launches Phuket Website for Holidaymakers
Outrigger Hotels and Resorts in Asia has launched a dedicated website for its two resorts in Phuket. - Quality Inn Hurley's in Queenstown completes renovation
Quality Inn Hurley's in Queenstown has completed an extensive $300,000 refurbishment of its 22 rooms creating a more relaxed and modern environment. - Starwood to add 50 new hotels in Europe, Africa and the Middle East by 2012
From the International Hotel Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has announced plans to open 50 new hotels in its Europe, Africa and Middle East (EAME) division by 2012. - More

People On The Move
- Peter Nilsson promoted to MD Gulf of Thailand
Six Senses Resorts & Spas is delighted to announce that Peter Nilsson has been promoted to MD Gulf of Thailand. - Experienced manager at helm of new hotel
Experienced hotelier Brad Watts has been appointed general manager of the South Island's newest hotel, The Marque Hotel Christchurch. - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Names Vasant Prabhu Vice Chairman
Hotel Giant's Longtime Chief Financial Officer Recognized for Impact and Contribution to the Company - Christchurch-based HOT Events expands into Auckland
HOT Events, the conference and incentive event division of the House of Travel Group, is expanding its business operation by opening an Auckland office. - More

Photo Gallery
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AAT Kings and their NZ top agents
AAT Kings recently hosted their top agents from New Zealand and Australia on their annual Top Sellers trip, which this year was to Tasmania. - QM2 Strikes a Pose in Auckland
Cunard's magnificent Queen Mary 2, provided a stunning stage for a fashion parade by celebrated NZ designer Trelise Cooper during her Auckland call on March 4 as part of her third world voyage. - More

National Tourist Office News
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A treasure chest of historical and cultural exploration awaits in Oman
Like an ancient treasure chest just waiting to be opened, The Sultanate of Oman offers the discerning traveler a host of historical and archaeological options which capture both the culture and spirit of this 12,000 year old Arabian heartland. -
New law to help America draw more foreigners
In an effort to attract more international travellers to the U.S., President Obama signed into law on Thursday the country's first national travel promotion and communications program. - More

Cruise News
- Exciting new destinations added for Orion's 2011 expeditions
With 24 diverse itineraries spanning the 'land of ice and fire' to the land of 'fragrant nails', visits to historic polar huts and encounters with orang-utans, Orion's expeditions provide an even greater range of adventures for adventurers in 2011. - More

eTB On Location
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Small Luxury Hotels of the World announce new iPhone application
Small Luxury Hotels of the World announced their new iPhone application last night at a small cocktail reception at this year's ITB Berlin. -
ITB Berlin launches with record 11,127 exhibitors
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Technology News
- Expedia will pay ME for Internet Bookings?
Expedia announces the launch of its Travel Agent Affiliate Program in Asia Pacific offering Agents access to its huge global product inventory - More

Wholesaler News
- AAT Kings offers 30% off Northern Territory Short Breaks and Rail Breaks
Perfect for travellers after a mini trip to the outback - More

MICE News
- Experience Adventure: Focus on eco-tourism and the spirit of adventure
Adventure and sustainable tourism in Hall 4.1 - More

Weekly Review by
Mr. eTraveller
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Grand Central Hotel: Comfort In A Small Kansas Town
Old West Style With The Newest Of Hospitality - More

Featured Destination
- Doha: An unassuming jewel of the Persian Gulf
Doha amazes with its glitzy new hotels, towering sand dunes, ancient rock carvings and distinctive architecture. - More

Featured Hotel
- Indulge, unwind and escape - Ritz Carlton Doha
It's not often that you can tell your friends that the hotel you stayed at was situated on its own exclusive island resort. - More
























