3 ways to save on business travel

Posted on August 24th, 2010

While your business may not need the services of a travel management company, here are three immediate steps you can take to save on your business travel:

1. Establish guidelines Set clear guidelines for your employees to follow when booking travel. Some basic guidelines include:

  • What fare class can employees fly for domestic and international trips?
  • What hotels can they stay at?
  • What trip expenses can they charge back to the company?
  • What level of approval is required before booking a work-related trip?

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1800SCHOOLIES officially launches

Posted on August 9th, 2010

1800SCHOOLIES has launched with a new interactive Flash site!

1800SCHOOLIES specialises in negotiating discounted and cheap accommodation for school-leavers and to ensure they have a memorable, fun-filled and safe holiday experience during “Schoolies Week”.

The 1800SCHOOLIES website is an information directory of discounted accommodation options for school-leavers in sort after destinations as well as it provides information on popular activities and ways to stay safe during the celebrations.

Visit: 1800SCHOOLIES

Tasmanian Local tourist operators recognised at awards

Posted on August 2nd, 2010

NORTH-West tourism shone on the red carpet last night as 14 winners were announced in the The Advocate Cradle Coast Regional Tourism Awards.
A range of accommodation, experiences, events and personal contributions to the tourism industry in North-West and Western Tasmania had the chance to stake a claim as the best in the business. Rest of entry »

A NSW holiday park claims top tourism award

Posted on August 2nd, 2010

New South Wales Holiday Park, BIG4 Deniliquin Paringa – part of the BIG4 Holiday Parks franchise group – has taken out the top prize in the Tourist and Caravan category at this year’s CountryLink Inland Tourism Awards. Rest of entry »

Hi-tech tourism hits Broadbeach Gold Coast where guests can check in using iPads

Posted on July 26th, 2010

GUESTS at the Gold Coast’s first new five-star hotel since the opening of Palazzo Versace a decade ago will check in using iPads supplied to them during their stay. Peppers Broadbeach is being touted as one of the most technologically advanced hotels in Australia.

It will open its doors in October after hotel owner and operator Mantra Group on Friday unveiled a deal struck with Gold Coast developer Niecon. Rest of entry »

Chinese tourists prefer Australia survey

Posted on July 23rd, 2010

Australia is the number one destination Chinese travellers intend to visit in the next few years, a new report has found.

The recent Visa PATA Travel Intention Survey found that more than half of the travellers surveyed from mainland China intended to travel to Australia over the next two years. During the year ending March 2010, Australia received 360,000 visitors from China, generating $2.3 billion in economic value. Rest of entry »

Cheap Brisbane accommodation portal just launched

Posted on July 23rd, 2010

Cheap Brisbane accommodation portal has just recently launched.

Cheap Brisbane is an information directory about Brisbane accommodation, from 3.5 to 5 star hotels and resorts, to beachfront villas and apartments. It also offers information about events and attractions in Brisbane.

Visit: Cheap Brisbane

Best Gold Coast accommodation website launches

Posted on July 23rd, 2010

Best Gold Coast is an information directory about Gold Coast accommodation, from 3.5 to 5 star hotels and resorts, to beachfront villas and apartments. It also offers information about events and attractions on the Gold Coast and in Surfers Paradise.

The Gold Coast offers something for everyone; stunning beaches and surfing, exciting theme parks, sophisticated style, and much, much more! The Gold Coast truly is a holiday destination of wonderful contrasts.

Visit: Best Gold Coast

Park Hyatt hotel renovation to set new luxury benchmark

Posted on July 20th, 2010

The Park Hyatt Sydney has announced plans for a multi-million renovation that is expected to the largest in the hotel’s 20 year history.

The revitalization of the hotel is expected to include the addition of three luxury rooftop suites and significant changes to all areas of the hotel as part of a strategy to refresh the property while “maintaining the contemporary luxury for which Park Hyatt Sydney is known”. Rest of entry »

Discover Launceston, Tasmania has launched a new website

Posted on July 15th, 2010

Taking the family on holiday? Why not discover the Launceston region. Any of the numerous natural and man-made attractions will keep the family entertained for days.
If you are planning a driving holiday in Tasmania then why not Launceston? There are a number of fantastic destinations to explore along the way.

For luxury and indulgence you can’t pass Launceston. Launceston offers a number of high quality 5 star resorts and hotels. Why not pamper yourself at one of the numerous day spa’s.
Visit: Discover Launceston


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