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Dive Down Under
Diving has become the number one adventure sport worldwide and with good reason. Australia has some of the most beautiful waters to offer the adventuresome spirit an experience of a lifetime and is one of the top destinations in the world. Queensland, often referred to as the Sunshine State, has been
by Tina Lane May 31st, 2008
Vietnam Pacific Airlines re-launch under Australian airline Jetstar
Pacific Airlines, based in Vietnam, has re-launched itself under Jetstar. The airline aims to incorporate the Qantas group into itself as Jetstar Pacific. Qantas has an 18% stake in Jetstar Pacific, but it has been reported that Qantas will increase ...
by Samuel Edwards May 30th, 2008
Qantas witness more engineer strikes and announce cut backs on jobs, routes and services
It is expected that further strikes will take place amongst Qantas engineers following a pay dispute. Qantas engineers have requested a 5% pay rise and Qantas has refused to issue any increase over 3%. 150 Qantas engineers in Melbourne and 200 ...
by Paul Scott May 30th, 2008
BravoFly is One of a Kind
If you're looking for excellent prices on trips throughout Europe, check out BravoFly. The unique travel site offers users the opportunity to price and book flights using over 100 low cost airlines. There are other services as well, from car ...
by Paul Scott May 30th, 2008
LonelyPlanet Releases New Travel Guides
Every month, more than five million travelers visit LonelyPlanet.com to get up to date information on thousands of travel destinations. The website has just announced the release of new travel guides to make your next journey even more exciting and memorable. The travel guides feature a wide variety of locations
by Emily Penbryn May 30th, 2008
Ins and Outs of Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is one of those topics that have caused a lot of controversy among travelers over the years. Some swear by it while others think it is simply a waste of money. Let's explore both sides of the coin. When ...
by Andrew Soyer May 30th, 2008
Airlines hit turbulence as oil prices continue to rise
Analysts announce recent fears that airlines will loose customer demand as oil prices and therefore fare prices steadily rise. Qantas and Virgin Blue have both increased their ticket prices in the last month in response to oil costs being at ...
by Robin Welch May 30th, 2008
Hilton has Australian development plans to secure more tourists
The Hilton hotel chain plans to develop its business in Australia by introducing new resorts to the tourism market. The company typically aims their business at traditional business clientele but would like for their new developments to crack the tourism ...
by Bobby Jones May 29th, 2008
Mandela 90th Birthday Concert to be Held in London
The 46664 Concert Honouring Nelson Mandela at 90 is slated for June 27 at Hyde Park in London. An audience of 46,664 will be on hand to pay homage to one of the world's most beloved leaders, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Nelson Mandela, who will turn 90 this year. The slate
by Emily Penbryn May 29th, 2008
Tourism Australia Teams Up With MySpace
Tourism Australia has teamed up with MySpace to promote myspace.com/workinoz, an interactive website featuring information for those interested in getting information on the Australian Working Holiday Visa. With the new laws on visa extensions, tourists and travel agents are able ...
by Paul Scott May 29th, 2008
