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		    <title>Fyfe to step down as Air NZ CEO</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80883&amp;nav=117</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Air New Zealand has announced it will have a new head in 2013 as current chief executive Rob Fyfe plans his final year with the airline.]]></description>
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		    <title>Jetstar axes Brisbane to Christchurch</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80882&amp;nav=117</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Qantas&apos; low-cost subsidiary has announced it will axe its three times weekly service between Brisbane and Christchurch, almost seven years announcing flights on the route.]]></description>
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		    <title>&apos;Middle Earth&apos; closer than you think</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80880&amp;nav=117</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Most cinemagoers know the Lord of the Rings trilogy was filmed in New Zealand, and that the trilogy&apos;s prequel, The Hobbit, is also being shot there.]]></description>
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		    <title>New services, more passengers for LAX</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80881&amp;nav=117</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[New international services and the strengthening Californian economy hoisted the number of travellers passing through Los Angeles International Airport up by 4.7 percent in 2011 compared to the previous year.]]></description>
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		    <title>Travel more important than the internet</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80878&amp;nav=117</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[A recent global study has revealed that travel is more important than the internet, television and political diplomacy at boosting the economy and tearing down cultural barriers.]]></description>
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		    <title>US airline fares must display fees and taxes</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80876&amp;nav=117</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[The price of US airline tickets will increase this week to include taxes and fees that the federal government feel should be transparent and part of the advertised cost of the fare.]]></description>
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		    <title>Unbeatable offer – Greek Islands</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80848&amp;nav=9</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Mediterranean specialists, The Innovative Travel Co. has released an exclusive offer for the Greek Islands including Athens in their new Earlybird II catalogue.]]></description>
		    <category>Wholesaler News</category>
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		    <title>SKIMAX Burton&apos;s Snowboard winner</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80861&amp;nav=9</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[The innovative Travel Co. is delighted to announce the winner of their SKIMAX, &apos;Win a BURTON Snowboard and binding&apos; booking incentive.]]></description>
		    <category>Wholesaler News</category>
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		    <title>Second Chance – Ancient Kingdoms Holidays Earlybooking offers</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80849&amp;nav=9</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Middle East &amp; Mediterranean specialists, The Innovative Travel Co. have released a second opportunity for clients to book and pay early and save, with a deadline of 9 March.]]></description>
		    <category>Wholesaler News</category>
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		    <title>New social events spice up AIME 2012</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80866&amp;nav=80</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Organisers of the Asia-Pacific Incentives &amp; Meetings Expo (AIME) have refreshed the show&apos;s social program this year and are offering new networking opportunities on and off the show floor.]]></description>
		    <category>MICE News</category>
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		    <title>Louise Stephens Joins Innovative</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80845&amp;nav=9</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[The Innovative Travel Co. advises Louise Stephens joined their team in January.]]></description>
		    <category>Wholesaler News</category>
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		    <title>Egypt Update</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80856&amp;nav=9</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Middle East specialists, The Innovative Travel Company advises the latest news re Egyptian elections is that although the Muslim brotherhood won 47% of the votes, they do not have the majority of 50 + 1.]]></description>
		    <category>Wholesaler News</category>
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		    <title>Walkway to take tourist into heart of Amazon</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80868&amp;nav=21</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Deep in the Amazon, plans for a science centre and 9.6km walkway to take tourists to the heart of the rainforest are underway.]]></description>
		    <category>Destination News</category>
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		    <title>Vietnam&apos;s new logo a Timeless Charm</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80859&amp;nav=13</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[&quot;Vietnam-Timeless Charm&quot; and the five colourful petal lotus have been approved to be the country&apos;s new tagline and logo of National Tourism Promotion program for this year until 2020.]]></description>
		    <category>Tourist Bureau</category>
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		    <title>Queen of Mississippi 2013 sailings unveiled</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80834&amp;nav=5</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Almost six months before commencing its 2012 season, American Cruise Lines has unveiled the 2013 schedule for its brand new Queen of the Mississippi.]]></description>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>On Location ACTB Vienna</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80863&amp;nav=84</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Austria's Diverse Appeal Spans The Country]]></description>
		    <category>eTB On Location</category>
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		    <title>Oceania&apos;s Riviera still dry as launch delayed</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80837&amp;nav=5</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80837</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[The launch of Oceania Cruises new ship Riviera has been delayed by three weeks after construction has fallen behind schedule due to industrial action at Fincantieri's shipyard near Genoa.]]></description>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>Google upgrades Earth experience</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80862&amp;nav=11</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Upgrading the way the people view the globe and search for travel destinations, search engine, Google has unveiled the latest version of Google Earth.]]></description>
		    <category>Technology News</category>
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		    <title>Finnair goes Bollywood</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80857&amp;nav=152</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Cabin crew on board a Finnair Flight heading towards Delhi broke out some Bollywood moves last week as they gave passengers a surprise dance performance to celebrate India&apos;s Republic Day.]]></description>
		    <category>Weird News</category>
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		    <title>Cuba at capacity, tourism boom</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80867&amp;nav=21</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Cuba is experiencing a tourism boom with more than 2.7 million visitors in 2011, an increase of 7.3 per cent on the same period in 2010, stretching the Caribbean Island&apos;s ability to accommodate demand.]]></description>
		    <category>Destination News</category>
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		    <title>Aeromexico – Phoenix to Hermosillo – Economy</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80841&amp;nav=104</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[I had been told to expect a &quot;muy bien&quot; flight with Aeromexico – I wasn&apos;t disappointed.]]></description>
		    <category>Flight Review</category>
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		    <title>ACTB Vienna</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80871&amp;nav=84</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Eating Well On A Salzburg Post-tour]]></description>
		    <category>eTB On Location</category>
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		    <title>Europe short life special fares on LAN</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80874&amp;nav=2</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <category>Airline News</category>
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		    <title>Aussie Surfer and US Singer Make Waves in Tahiti</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80855&amp;nav=13</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80855</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[A new travelogue video diary has been released online offering a fresh perspective of Tahiti and Her islands from the eyes of US music sensation Colbie Caillat and Australian pro surfer Ellie-Jean Coffey.]]></description>
		    <category>Tourist Bureau</category>
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		    <title>Bask in the sun on your own personal balcony on Celebrity Cruises&apos; newest luxury superliner</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80854&amp;nav=5</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80854</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Celebrity Cruises offers free upgrade to balcony cabin and amazing savings for early bookings for 2012-2013 summer]]></description>
		    <category>Cruise News</category>
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		    <title>Christchurch Airport signs up top sportsmen</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80852&amp;nav=20</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80852</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Two internationally respected Cantabrian sportsmen have signed on to represent Christchurch International Airport overseas.]]></description>
		    <category>Airport News</category>
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		    <title>Coconuts Travel Marketing - January Newsletter</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80873&amp;nav=1</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <category>Hospitality News</category>
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		    <title>Wet weather drives Kiwis to holiday overseas</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80847&amp;nav=120</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[With many Kiwis feeling cheated out of a summer holiday due to the recent bad weather, Harvey World Travel has been experiencing a rush in overseas holiday bookings.]]></description>
		    <category>Travel Agent News</category>
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		    <title>New Gifts on Offer in Great Globus Giveaway</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80844&amp;nav=9</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Globus is giving New Zealanders a chance to take the latest digital gifts on holiday this year with its Great Globus Giveaway.]]></description>
		    <category>Wholesaler News</category>
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		    <title>Stump the hump</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80843&amp;nav=78</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80843</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[The second annual Stump the Hump will take place on 3 February 2012.]]></description>
		    <category>What is On</category>
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		    <title>Sabre launches seamless merchandising solution in Australia, New Zealand</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80840&amp;nav=11</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Air New Zealand is first airline to use Sabre&apos;s EMD for complete shopping and selling of airline&apos;s ancillaries in the GDS]]></description>
		    <category>Technology News</category>
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		    <title>Registrations open for key events expo</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80836&amp;nav=80</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Organisers of conferences, incentives, functions and other corporate events can now register to experience Convene 2012 at the new Viaduct Events Centre on May 1.]]></description>
		    <category>MICE News</category>
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		    <title>Lonely Planet's guide to Christchurch welcomed by tourism industry</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80879&amp;nav=21</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80879</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Christchurch &amp; Canterbury Tourism are welcoming the release of Lonely Planet's new 45-page guide to post-quake Christchurch as a positive step forward for the region's tourism industry.]]></description>
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		    <title>New ski area manager for New Zealand&apos;s Mt Hutt ski area</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80877&amp;nav=28</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80877</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Canterbury&apos;s Mt Hutt ski area has announced the appointment of James McKenzie as its new Ski Area Manager.]]></description>
		    <category>People On The Move</category>
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		    <title>Sudima Hotels New Zealand&apos;s new Internet pricing</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80875&amp;nav=6</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Sudima Hotels New Zealand is pleased to announce a review in the price of its Internet plan across its 3 hotels in New Zealand.]]></description>
		    <category>Interline Deals</category>
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		    <title>Massive Glacier Calving at Aoraki Mount Cook National Park</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80872&amp;nav=21</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Guests aboard Glacier Explorers boats today (January 31) witnessed the result of a spectacular glacier calving at Tasman Glacier Terminal Lake that occurred around daybreak today – believed to be the largest since the Block and Basal* calving triggered by last February&apos;s Christchurch earthquake.]]></description>
		    <category>Destination News</category>
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		    <title>Air New Zealand kicks off 2012 in winning style</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80870&amp;nav=2</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Air New Zealand Airpoints™ customers can win a five-night holiday package for two in Hong Kong or North America – or one of tens of thousands of other great prizes -  just by booking a flight before the end of the month.]]></description>
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		    <title>Introducing Gay Globe. Your Gay Travel Solution</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80869&amp;nav=137</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <category>GLBT News</category>
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		    <title>CityLife WLG Hotel Manager Appointment</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80865&amp;nav=28</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Viresh Mathur has been promoted to the permanent role of hotel manager of CityLife Wellington A Heritage Hotel.]]></description>
		    <category>People On The Move</category>
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		    <title>Book your next Adventure - Travel Expo 2012 is Here!</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80864&amp;nav=78</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Demand for international travel from New Zealand continues to grow as latest figures from Statistics New Zealand show that New Zealand residents departed on almost 10% more overseas trips in November 2011 compared to the same month of the previous year.]]></description>
		    <category>What is On</category>
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		    <title>Luxe bed, breakfast and bubbles at Sofitel Fiji</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80860&amp;nav=6</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[The Sofitel Fiji Resort &amp; Spa has launched an introductory offer for trade partners and travel agents who wish to experience the &apos;French&apos; elegance of its new Luxury Room category.]]></description>
		    <category>Interline Deals</category>
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		    <title>itravelnz, informative travel guide for your smartphone</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80858&amp;nav=11</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Venture beyond the beaten track with itravelnz - free iPhone and Android App to discover the real New Zealand. Full of information and user-friendly innovations.]]></description>
		    <category>Technology News</category>
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		    <title>Hilton Hotels &amp; Resorts Announces Top Management Team for Hotels in Queenstown, New Zealand</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80853&amp;nav=1</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Hilton has announced two new appointments to the management team at its new Kawarau Village development, which includes the five star 178-room Hilton Queenstown and the four star plus 98-room Kawarau Hotel, managed by Hilton.]]></description>
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		    <title>Amadeus unveils landmark HRS agreement</title>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Amadeus is first to distribute HRS&apos;s hotel content through the GDS channel, taking a major industry-level step towards efficient hotel content distribution]]></description>
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		    <title>Host Accommodation Releases New Zealand Map</title>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Hosting is our business!]]></description>
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		    <title>Whangamata winner once again in annual Bookabach top ten summer destination list</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80846&amp;nav=51</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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		    <title>New mountain biking video web series for Queenstown</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80842&amp;nav=21</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80842</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[A cutting edge youth-oriented video web series showcasing Queenstown&apos;s diversity as a top mountain biking destination has been launched worldwide.]]></description>
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		    <title>Tourism Fiji Weather Update No. 1A</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80839&amp;nav=13</link>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[With a tropical depression to the north-west of the Fijian archipelago, Fiji&apos;s National Weather Forecasting Centre (NWFC) has issued a strong wind warning for the western side of the main island of Viti Levu, the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands, Kadavu and nearby smaller islands.]]></description>
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		    <title>Rare Penguins return to Milford Sound</title>
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		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[The season&apos;s first sighting of a rare Fiordland Crested Penguin or &apos;Tawaki&apos; moulting took place yesterday afternoon as Southern Discoveries Kayak Guide Paul Park noticed a lone penguin near the Milford Sound Wharf.]]></description>
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		    <title>Put it on the Gaydar - DNA Gay Ski Week is go</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80835&amp;nav=137</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=80835</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[The website goes live at midnight tonight, tickets are on sale and events finalized as organisers get set to celebrate gay and lesbian pride at this year&apos;s DNA Gay Ski Week to be held in Queenstown New Zealand from August 25 to September 1.]]></description>
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		    <title>Hollywood Heights Hotel</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=79868&amp;nav=62</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=79868</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[An affordable dash of Hollywood is only a stone&apos;s throw from the city&apos;s major attractions at the Hollywood Heights Hotel.]]></description>
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		    <title>Bubba Gump no shrimp in entertainment.. Santa Monica</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=79867&amp;nav=125</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=79867</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[&apos;How can I be having so much fun in a themed restaurant?&apos;]]></description>
		    <category>Featured Restaurant</category>
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		    <title>A Californian Adventure indeed!</title>
		    <link>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=79871&amp;nav=102</link>
		    <guid>http://www.etravelblackboard.co.nz/article.asp?id=79871</guid>
		    <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
		    <description><![CDATA[Let me commence this story by stating that the Disney Californian Adventure is in no way a lesser of the two theme parks in the Disneyland resort.]]></description>
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