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IMEX America booms

: MICE News; Wednesday, 18 July 2012

Organisers of the annual business tourism mart IMEX America say this year's show has attracted significantly more exhibitors and buyers.

Two for one deals on train duo

: BTN News; Wednesday, 18 July 2012

Great Southern Rail, operator of the The Ghan and Indian Pacific trains in Australia, is offering a two-for-one deal for customers booking a Red Sleeper before 31 October, a potential saving of up to A$1,500.

New marketing manager for GCCEC

: MICE News; Wednesday, 18 July 2012

Andrea Ferguson (pictured left( has been appointed marketing manager for the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC). Ferguson was previously assistant marketing manager for Donut King at the Retail Food Group and in her new role will be putting the focus on the digital space as the GCCEC moves into new marketing platforms, as well as traditional mediums with the imminent roll-out of a new marketing campaign. Her experience, also includes the MICE sector where she has worked in the major events department at RACV Royal Pines.

Many more countries to have Tune hotels

: BTN News; Tuesday, 17 July 2012

Bangkok, Thailand-based Red Planet Hotels Ltd (RPHL) has taken a 16.05 per cent stake in Tune Hotels and is to open new hotels under that brand.

New tourism-boosting initiatives from TAT

: MICE News; Tuesday, 17 July 2012

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has unveiled a series of strategies designed to ensure the country's travel and tourism industry takes advantage of emerging opportunities while preparing itself to deal with any threats and challenges, both external and internal.

Davison heads ISES for another term

: MICE News; Tuesday, 17 July 2012

Paul Davison, president of the Sydney, Australia chapter of the International Special Events Society (ISES Sydney) has been returned as president for another term.

Jetstar adds Japan connection

: BTN News; Tuesday, 17 July 2012

Australia's Jetstar has begun selling a new Darwin-Singapore-Osaka service that will operate three times a week from 01 November.

FAA proposes US$13.57m Boeing fine

: BTN News; Tuesday, 17 July 2012

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a civil penalty of US$13.57 million for aircraft manufacturer Boeing for failing to meet a deadline to submit service instructions that would enable airlines to further reduce the risk of fuel tank explosions on more than 380 of its jets.

NSW to highlight tourism benefits

: MICE News; Tuesday, 17 July 2012

The Tourism Industry Council of NSW, Australia will highlight the role tourism plays in the state’s economy and the importance of celebrating excellence in tourism businessesduring its inaugural NSW Tourism in Focus week.

Holiday prize on offer

: MICE News; Tuesday, 17 July 2012

The Philippine Department of Tourism, Sydney is hosting a Philippine Food Festival at the Grace Hotel, Sydney 10-26 August.

Burswood opens Isika Hair and Body Bar

: Health & Leisure; Tuesday, 17 July 2012

Western Australia’s Burswood Entertainment Complex in Perth has officially opened its Isika Hair and Body Bar, complementing its Isika spa and fitness lounge.