Secrets to Big-Wave Surfing Revealed

January 1, 2009 on 8:06 am | In Australia, Beachbooker, Books Guidebooks, Cook Islands, Fiji Islands, Florida, Guam, Hawaiian Islands, Los Angeles, Marianas, Marshall Islands, Melanesia, Miami, Micronesia, New Caledonia, New South Wales, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Papua New Guinea, Queensland, Samoa, San Diego, San Francisco, Solomon Islands, South Australia, Sports Travel, Surfing Resorts, Tahiti, Tasmania, Tonga, Vanuatu, Victoria, Western | Comments Off


World Extreme surfing champion Garrett McNamara reveals his secrets to big wave surfing at http://www.YogaforSurfers.com.

“Some of my friends think I’m a madman. But I like seeking out and surfing the most dangerous waves that I can find,” says McNamara, speaking to Peggy Hall at http://www.YogaforSurfers.com.

From Hawaii to Alaska and everywhere in between, big-wave charger Garrett McNamara puts himself in such heavy situations that we mortals can only look at him in awe — not even envy — unless that is, you like wondering if you’re going to make it through your next surf session alive.

How does he do it? What in nature’s name gives this extreme surfing world champion such laser focus, drive, tenacity, toughness and sheer I-Know-I-Can-Do-This confidence? Just exactly what does he do to stay in such amazing shape for big-wave surfing?

Now you can find out. McNamara himself lays it all out in a just-released video clip right at http://www.YogaforSurfers.com

Get Your Surf Gear HereListen in as he tells Peggy Hall his secret weapon for feeling “confident and secure” in life-threatening surf.

The good news is that even if you can’t surf the unfathomable waves that Garrett does, at least you can benefit from one of his training tools.

More secrets to better surfing are revealed at http://www.YogaforSurfers.com

Cruise South Pacific Islands to Honolulu

December 31, 2008 on 8:33 am | In Australia, Cook Islands, Cruise Boats, Fiji Islands, Hawaiian Islands, Marianas, Marshall Islands, Melanesia, Micronesia, New Caledonia, New South Wales, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Papua New Guinea, Queensland, Samoa, Solomon Islands, South Australia, Sydney, Tahiti, Tasmania, Tonga, Vanuatu, Victoria | Comments Off

Eighteen leisurely days cruising the islands of the South Pacific from Sydney to Hawaii is selling aboard the luxury Dawn Princess from just $2899pp twin-share – a saving of $800 per person over previously advertised prices if booked through ecruising.travel, and including a night post-cruise in Waikiki and air from Honolulu back to Sydney*.

The 77,500 tonne Dawn Princess will cruise out of Sydney on April 18 next year for four laid-back days at sea before visiting Nuku’alofa and Vava’u in Tonga, Rarotonga in the Cook Islands, a day and a night in Papeete, Moorea and Bora Bora in French Polynesia, Christmas Island, and two final days at sea before arriving in Honolulu where there’s a night at the Hilton Waikiki Prince Kuhio Hotel.

Dawn Princess, that’s the length of three football fields, offers Princess Cruises’ Anytime Dining with dishes created by chef-members of the famed Chaine des Rotisseurs gastronomic society, and a choice of a Traditional Dining Room, a specialty Steakhouse, 24-hour bistro, a poolside hamburger and hot dog grill, patisserie, pizzeria, and an ice-cream bar.

There’s also an extensive choice of bars and lounges, two nightly live-stage showrooms, late-release movies, four pools, a sports court, spa with ocean-view gym, and a “listening library.”

For full details phone 1300 369 848 or visit www.ecruising.travel

 * Air taxes and fuel surcharges applicable at time of booking are additional

Hapag-Lloyd’s Hanseatic to Explore South Pacific

December 14, 2008 on 7:31 pm | In Adventure Travel, Australia, Cook Islands, Cruise Boats, Fiji Islands, Marianas, Marshall Islands, Melanesia, Micronesia, New Caledonia, New South Wales, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Papua New Guinea, Queensland, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sydney, Tahiti, Tonga, Vanuatu | Comments Off

Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ Hanseatic is offering a South Pacific adventure from April 20 to May 12. Stops include Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, and Indonesia (Bali). Passengers meet the ship in Noumea, New Caledonia, and disembark in Benoa, Bali. With the discount now running, guests purchasing a category 1 outside cabin will get automatically upgraded to a category 3 or higher cabin, for a savings of at least 25 percent, and will also receive a $420 onboard credit.

The Solomon Islands and Vanuatu are isolated in the Pacific. Highlights of this trip include a welcome ceremony on the Island of Tuam by local villagers, hiking through caves on Loh Island, Zodiac landings on the Solomon Islands, snorkeling off of the Shortland Islands, a flight over Papua New Guinea (an additional cost), and Zodiac trips on the narrow Sepik River and through the rock labyrinth off Gam in Indonesia.

The Hanseatic accommodates up to 184 guests in outside cabins that measure 237 square feet and suites of 474 square feet. Each cabin features a complimentary TV information network with private email, movies on demand and radio and cruise information.

Internet is available in the business center at an additional charge. The ship also has a swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool and fitness center. Onboard lecturers include scientists, expedition leaders and specialists who guide landings. The lecturers also offer pre- and post-excursion recaps, onboard seminars and individual meetings throughout the cruise. The voyage is priced from $12,156 per person, double occupancy, for a guaranteed outside cabin in category 3 or higher.

Not included in the cruise fare are airfare to and from the ship, transfers and excursions.

For more information, call 877-445-7447 or visit www.hl-cruises.com

Pleasant Holidays Savings on Tahiti Vacations

December 14, 2008 on 7:13 pm | In Airlines, Australia, Beachbooker, California, Los Angeles, New South Wales, San Diego, San Francisco, Sydney, Tahiti | Comments Off

Pleasant Holidays announced $1,250 savings per couple for Tahiti vacations, reducing airfare nearly 50 percent for two adults.

Tahiti vacations with five-night stays including airfare begin at $2,369 per person. The $1,250 savings is available on all Tahiti vacation package bookings made by Jan. 15, 2009 for travel through April 30, 2009, which include flights on Air Tahiti Nui only from Los Angeles.

 The $2,369 package price includes round-trip airfare from Los Angeles, one night at the Sofitel Tahiti Maeva Resort with daily breakfast and four nights at Sofitel Bora Bora Marara Beach Resort in a Deluxe Beach Bungalow with daily breakfast and dinner. The vacation package also includes round-trip inter-island airfare on Air Tahiti, transfers and a fresh flower lei greeting. Ask about $1250 savings at other hotels as well.

Pleasant offers an exclusive Wedding, Honeymoon and Vow Renewal Travel Desk with added values including free rooms, in-room amenities, complimentary meals, champagne, flowers and more. Pleasant Holidays can customize any itinerary to suit a traveler’s personal vacation tastes or budget, including air transportation from most major U.S. gateways. Taxes and restrictions may apply. Pleasant Holidays is one of the leading travel companies to Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe, Las Vegas, Costa Rica, Tahiti, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and the Cook Islands, serving over 9 million travelers since 1959.

The company provides vacation packages through its portfolio of four brands: Pleasant Holidays, Hawaii World/Distinguished Resorts, Pleasant Activities and Air By Pleasant.

Islands in the Sun Offers $1,000 to Tahiti Travelers

December 14, 2008 on 9:58 am | In Adventure Travel, Australia, Beachbooker, Hotels, New South Wales, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Sailing, Scuba Diving, Sydney, Tahiti | Comments Off

Islands in the Sun is giving travelers $1,000 in spending money to use on their Tahiti vacation.

The wholesaler, which specializes in romance packages to the South Pacific, is giving couples $1,000 spending money with all bookings that include international air and a minimum five-night hotel package, including breakfasts and dinners on Bora Bora. The money can be applied as a credit towards the airfare or land package or can be taken in cash at an equivalent rate in Euros to spend while in Tahiti.

“Islands in the Sun is experiencing a surge in bookings to Tahiti, especially now that the prices are back on track. We’re seeing a lot of honeymooners, and other travelers just looking for a real getaway, who are once again choosing Tahiti,” said Mark Punshon, vice president of sales for Islands in the Sun. “If they were put off by the high costs initially, they should definitely give it another look.

And our $1,000 offer should make choosing Tahiti pretty easy.” The $1,000 credit offer is valid for bookings made before Jan. 15 and is good for travel between Jan. 9 and April 30, 2009, and is valid for packages including accommodation and meal plans at selected resorts in Bora Bora.

For more information, call 866-845-6653 or visit www.isalndsinthesun/1000

Air Tahiti Nui Special Offer on 10th Anniversary

December 12, 2008 on 9:03 am | In Airlines, Australia, California, London, Los Angeles, New South Wales, Pacific Islands, Scotland, Sydney, Tahiti, United Kingdom, Wales | Comments Off

Book now with Turquoise Holidays and save up to £1,050 per person

Air Tahiti Nui, the national carrier of Tahiti & Her Islands, has announced a special offer to celebrate its 10th anniversary next month, with savings of up to £450 per person on inter-island flights, making a trip to these far flung paradise islands in the South Pacific more affordable.

Those who book flights from Paris to Tahiti with Air Tahiti Nui, available from £1,000 return including taxes, before 16 November 2008, for travel between 12 January and 30 April 2009, will receive up to ten inter-island flights completely free of charge, saving up to £450 on their holiday. To take advantage of this promotion book now with Turquoise Holidays and spend ten nights at Pearl Resorts in Tahiti & Her Islands:

Turquoise Holidays (www.turquoiseholidays.co.uk / 01494 678 400) has put together a special offer with Pearl Resorts, offering ten nights for the price of five from £2,100 per person, a saving of up to £1,050 per person. Pay for five nights at either Moorea Pearl Resort & Spa or Le Taha’a Island Resort & Spa and receive five free nights at either Te Tiare Beach Resort on the undiscovered island of Huahine, Tikehau or Manihi Pearl Beach Resorts in Tahiti’s lesser known Tuamotu Archipelago - or Keikahanui Nuku Hiva Pearl Lodge or Hanakee Hiva Oa Pearl Lodge in the wild and rugged Marquesas Islands. This price includes flights from London to Tahiti via Paris and all inter island transfers. Valid from - 31 May 2009.

Visitors to Tahiti tend to visit at least three islands during their stay to sample the variety of landscapes and activities in the region, from snorkelling and diving to hiking and horse riding. Air Tahiti Nui’s special offer is valid on all flights between the mountainous islands of the Society archipelago and the coral atolls of the Tuamotu archipelago.

Air Tahiti Nui passengers are welcomed by the fragrance of the Tiare flower and the sounds of island music as soon as they step on board the plane, ensuring a unique Tahitian experience. Recognised for its excellent customer service, Air Tahiti Nui has won the Skytrax Award for the best airline in the Pacific for the past five years.

Air Tahiti Nui has invested heavily in the UK market this year, with more promotional activity with the trade including familiarisation trips, staff incentives and roadshow. The airline, which has five aircraft in its fleet, carries approximately 500,000 passengers per annum and benefits from extensive code share agreements with major airlines in the world to develop traffic to and from Tahiti and Her Islands, including through fares from the UK to Papeete via LA.

All major tour operators to Tahiti & Her Islands are running the Air Tahiti Nui 10th anniversary promotion. Alternatively, contact Air Tahiti Nui in the UK on resa@airtahitinui.co.uk  or +44 (0)844 482 1675. For more information on Air Tahiti Nui visit www.airtahitinui.com

For more information on Tahiti & Her Islands visit www.tahiti-tourisme.co.uk  or call 0207 202 6378.

Bailey Robinson 2009 Luxury Resorts Brochure

December 7, 2008 on 8:42 am | In Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Canada, Caribbean, Central America, China, Costa Rica, Egypt, Europe, Fiji Islands, France, Grenada, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Jamaica, London, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, New South Wales, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Paris, Rome, South Africa, South America, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sydney, Tahiti, Thailand, Toronto, Trinidad Tobago, USA, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands | Comments Off

From Spain to Sri Lanka, Italy to Indonesia, BAILEY ROBINSON (tel 01488 689 700 www.baileyrobinson.com) has handpicked over 170 of the world’s most opulent, lavish and indulgent properties for inclusion in their 2009 LUXURY RESORTS brochure.

Quite simply this portfolio of properties has been selected to offer discerning travellers the best the world has to offer – all the featured resorts are based in stunning locations offering the divine combination of breathtaking views, impeccable service, great architecture and interior design and mouth watering cuisine, not to mention a wide range of activities, health and beauty treatments.

The properties spotlighted below have been selected either because they are brand new products for 2008 or because they are new additions to this Luxury Resorts brochure. The per person price guide below, valid until 30th September 2009, is based on seven nights accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis with international economy flights and transfers, unless otherwise stated.

EUROPE: Italy, Sardinia, France, Spain/Mallorca/Canaries, Portugal/Madeira, Cyprus, Greece/Santorini/Crete

ITALY - Vigilius Mountain Resort : This year round destination - snow in winter, sunshine in summer - is Bailey Robinson’s first European mountain resort selected for its stunning location, excellent food, environmentally friendly design and extensive range of activities. £1,125.
ITALY - Relais San Maurizio: One of Italy’s hidden treasures, this charming property and former Franciscan monastery boasts a splendid wine cellar, superb cuisine, truffle hunting and the award-winning Caudalie® Spa famed for its Vinotherapie products. £985.
FRANCE - Le Couvent de Minimes Hotel & Spa: This new property and former monastery, located in the lavender rich hills of Provence, marries beautiful accommodation and fantastic food – its gourmet restaurant Le Cloître is overseen by acclaimed chef Philippe Guerin - with a world class spa which is also Europe’s first L’Occitane Spa. £1,125.
SPAIN - Read’s Hotel & Spa: A former manor house, this family owned boutique hotel is considered one of Mallorca’s finest properties. The restaurant is Michelin-starred with cookery courses available, whilst the newly opened Vespasian Spa is a tranquil sanctuary. £870.
GREECE – Eagles Palace: This Halkidiki situated property is ideal for families offering a glorious sandy beach, a selection of restaurants and bars as well as providing great value for money – the ideal blend of ancient Greek history and contemporary luxury. £690.

NORTH AFRICA & ARABIA: Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Oman, Dubai

OMAN – Al Bustan Palace: This famous beachfront property is set to re-open its doors in November following a multi million pound refurbishment. Guests will encounter history, culture, lavish opulence, excellent dining, relaxation and activities galore. £2,950
EGYPT – Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh: An ideal Red Sea destination for families offering excellent facilities and an impressive range of activities including dancing and handicraft lessons for children and all within a value for money price. £895.
MOROCCO – Angsana Riad Si Said: Located in the heart of Marrakech’s Medina, this property offers a level of opulence befitting royalty, a perfect haven to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Facilities include a cooling pool and traditional oriental steam bath. £742 for four nights.

INDIAN OCEAN: Seychelles, Mauritius, Maldives, Sri Lanka

SEYCHELLES – Banyan Lagoon 1: This stunning new catamaran offers Banyan Tree Mahé guests (maximum four) an exciting way of exploring the region’s hidden, uninhabited islands with a little help from a full complement of staff, personal sea host and skipper. £950 three nights full board sailing, based on four people sharing two cabins. Flights are not included.
MAURITIUS – Anahita The Resort: This brand new property will appeal to golfers and families alike. Facilities include a challenging 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course designed by South African golfer Ernie Els, a professionally managed kids club and a great selection of restaurants. £2,100, based on four people sharing.
MALDIVES – Stay at Banyan Tree Maldives Maldivaru and sail on Banyan Velaa: This new “camp & sail” option combines accommodation in Maldives’ only tented villas resort with sailing in superior comfort on a stunning yacht built in the style of a traditional Turkish gulet. £5,365 full board and £585 for three nights full board sailing.
MALDIVES – W Retreat & Spa: Outdoor and indoor living combine perfectly on this beautiful island as peekaboo roofs offer glimpses of the Maldivian sky, glass panelled floors expose the marine life and floor to ceiling glass windows slide open to reveal wraparound verandahs. £2,605.
SRI LANKA – Ceylon Tea Trails: Built for British tea estate managers in the days of the Raj, the four colonial plantation houses offer commanding views of an area rich in dramatic ravines, cascading waterfalls and breathtaking mountains. £1,970 per person, full board.

CARIBBEAN & LATIN AMERICA: Barbados, Bahamas, Anguilla, Antigua, British Virgin Islands, St.Martin, St.Kitts & Nevis, St.Lucia, The Grenadines, Grenada, Turks & Caicos, St.Barths, Mexico, Brazil

BRAZIL – Kiaroa: Ideal for activity seekers, this property is set in an ecological sanctuary in north east Brazil and offers visitors access to the Atlantic Forest, one of the world’s most biodiverse areas, as well as a coral reef teeming with marine life. £2,135 half board.
MEXICO – Rosewood Mayakoba: This new contemporary property sits on a two kilometre long white sandy beach on the edge of the Mayan forests facing the Caribbean Sea. This is an easy destination to twin with others in Latin America, the United States or the Caribbean. £2,365.
GRENADA – Mount Cinnamon: This new Peter De Savary hotel/villa venture boasts a hilltop location overlooking world renowned Grand Anse Beach. When not indulging in the Moi Spa visitors can kayak, snorkel and Hobie Cat sail. £1,895.
ANGUILLA – Cuisinart Resort & Spa: This property is located on a perfect three kilometre stretch of white sandy beach surrounded by lush tropical gardens and its own organic herb and vegetable garden. Unique experiences include hands on lunches where guests pick their own produce before settling back to relax and wait for lunch. £1,995.
ST. LUCIA – Discovery At Marigot Bay: Overlooking the bay described by James A. Mitchener as “the most beautiful bay in the Caribbean”, this is a contemporary resort that boasts a rich and varied maritime history. £1,350.

SOUTH EAST ASIA: Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia/Bali/Bintan/Lombok

INDONESIA – Banyan Tree Bintan: Under an hour by catamaran from Singapore, Banyan Tree Bintan is a collection of private villas epitomising tropical luxury. Ideal for families and couples, the island boasts world class cuisine, the excellent Banyan Tree Spa, tennis courts and a Greg Norman designed 18-hole championship golf course. £1,450 room only.
INDONESIA – The Kayumanis Collection: Consisting of small private estates in three locations across Indonesia in Nusa Dua, Ubud and Jimbaran, these properties come with their own private butlers. Surprisingly the height of luxury comes with a modest price tag - £1,525, £1,550 and £2,120 respectively.
INDONESIA – Spa Village Resort Tembok Bali: Since opening late last year this property has proved to be a popular choice for visitors seeking to embrace a relaxing, rejuvenating lifestyle and for those looking for a greater insight into the island’s unique healing traditions there is the Spa Village Academy inspired by a 75-year-old Balinese healer from the nearby village of Tembok. £1,430 full board with daily massage.

AUSTRALASIA & SOUTH PACIFIC: Australia, Fiji, French Polynesia

AUSTRALIA – Southern Ocean Lodge: This new resort on Kangaroo Island in South Australia has been hailed as Australia’s first true luxury resort akin to the super lodges of New Zealand. This is the place to spot native wildlife when not being indulged and pampered. £4,450 full board.
FRENCH POLYNESIA – Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora: This new addition to Four Seasons’ acclaimed portfolio is the epitome of chic island living, accommodation options are split between over water and beach front bungalows whose architecture is locally inspired. £3,725 room only.
FIJI – Vatuele Island Resort: With Six Senses this year taking over the management, it is expected that luxury, service and indulgence will reach new heights at this barefoot luxury resort. £3,785 all inclusive.
FRENCH POLYNESIA – Nomade Yachting Bora Bora: new for 2008, this is simply the most indulgent way to explore the Society Islands, having no fixed schedule but maintaining the highest levels of luxury that include Philippe Stark bathrooms and Kenzo amenities. £5,930 full board.

The ultimate overseas property portal

December 7, 2008 on 8:28 am | In Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Australia, Beachbooker, Cabinweb, Canada, Caribbean, Central America, Europe, Fiji Islands, Golf Resorts, Mexico, Middle East, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Sailing, Scuba Diving, South America, Spa Resorts, Surfing Resorts, Sydney, Tahiti, USA | Comments Off

APlaceInTheSun.com is a world first - a brand extension by an overseas property TV programme broadcast in the UK and watched by over 1.5 million people a week that also has its own exhibition and magazine - and now a portal too which offers properties for sale, news, features and advice.

SURREY, UK, November 19, 2008 /24-7PressRelease/ — In the UK the well-known and trusted A Place in the Sun brand has welcomed a new member to its family. The popular Channel 4 TV show, first seen in 2000 and followed by A Place in the Sun magazine and A Place in the Sun Live exhibitions, has now been joined by the much-anticipated APlaceInTheSun.com online portal.

Bringing together all elements of the A Place in the Sun brand in one place, and serving both buyers and sellers, APlaceInTheSun.com is a one-stop-shop for anyone looking to buy abroad.

This digital portal features thousands of properties for sale across the world as well as the latest overseas property news. It also offers practical guides to buying and financing overseas property plus country-specific information and discussion forums, where users have begun sharing their experiences, points of view and advice.

In addition the site provides visitors with exclusive information on each week’s episode of the TV show including the couples featured, properties visited and specific advice relating to the country and region. It details all the up-and-coming event information at the A Place in the Sun Live exhibitions as well as exclusive news, features and celebrity interviews from the magazine.

With the digital launch, the A Place in the Sun brand is now always at your fingertips - whatever country or property type interests you. At any time of the day or night, whenever you have the desire to search for overseas property or look for advice, the website is always just a click away.

“The new website features top experts offering free and independent advice alongside the latest news stories and interesting features from award-winning journalists. It is an up-to-date wealth of valuable insider knowledge.” says Nigel Lewis, Head of Content, APlaceInTheSun.com

The website aims to make the process of buying a property abroad as easy and hassle-free as possible, creating an environment where visitors feel confident and at ease. A Place in the Sun understands how daunting it can be to buy overseas so, the new website is clean and clutter-free with no display advertising, banners or pop ups, making APlaceInTheSun.com the first UK overseas property portal to be this way, offering balanced advice and information, without the hard sell.

Says Niall McOnegal, New Media Director, www.APlaceInTheSun.com  ”With the best-selling overseas property magazine and the UK’s biggest and best-attended overseas property exhibitions all supporting the UK’s most successful overseas property TV show, customer trust is important to us, and their loyalty greatly valued. In launching this new addition our principles remain the same, which is why APlaceinTheSun.com has visitor’s best interests at heart. We are looking to create an equally compelling online product and replicate our other success stories.”

Despite trying times in the UK home property market and the global credit crunch, APlaceInTheSun.com has seen that a high number of buyers are still active in the overseas property market, particularly those seeking bargains, and with property on offer priced from 2,057 in rural Bulgaria to a 47.6 million mansion on the Cote d’Azur in France, APlaceInTheSun.com has something for every budget.

Editor’s notes:

http://www.APlaceInTheSun.com

New Travel Site – Qantas Travel Insider

November 30, 2008 on 8:04 am | In Airlines, Australia, Fiji Islands, New South Wales, New Zealand, Northern, Pacific Islands, Queensland, South Australia, Sydney, Tahiti, Tasmania, Victoria, Western | Comments Off


Millions of holidays
 Qantas today launched the latest addition to qantas.com - Qantas Travel Insider.

Qantas Group General Manager Sales and Distribution, Mr Rob Gurney, said Qantas Travel Insider was a unique and comprehensive online resource that would help travellers plan the perfect trip.

“Qantas Travel Insider combines stories by respected travel writers from our popular award-winning inflight magazine Qantas The Australian Way, together with the opinions and insights of Qantas Frequent Flyers, Qantas Ambassadors and our most regular travellers - our pilots and cabin crew,” Mr Gurney said.

“In a first for Australia, we have developed a platform that allows Qantas Frequent Flyers to share their travel experiences with others and provide unique first-hand reviews of destinations, accommodation, restaurants and bars, entertainment, shopping and other activities, in a user-friendly, searchable format.” Qantas Travel Insider launches with more than 500 quality articles. City Guides will also help travellers with all they need to know about a destination including addresses, phone numbers and websites to attractions, venues and restaurants.

Qantas Frequent Flyers have been given exclusive access to the site so they can submit their comments and reviews in time for the official launch to the general public later this month.

The site also has an RSS feed that customers can subscribe to.

“Qantas Travel Insider further reinforces www.qantas.com  as a truly comprehensive one-stop travel site,” Mr Gurney said.

With the very best travel advice from Qantas Travel Insider, and easy online booking for flights, hotels, travel insurance, cars, activities and experiences, qantas.com enables travellers to plan and book every aspect of their trip with ease and confidence.

To celebrate the launch of Qantas Travel Insider, Qantas is giving travellers the chance to be a guest travel writer and win one of 12 unique weekends away for two people to write about an Australian destination.

Further details on the competition are available at www.qantas.com/travelwriter


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Qantas Frequent Flyer Program And NAB

November 30, 2008 on 7:56 am | In Airlines, Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji Islands, New Caledonia, New South Wales, New Zealand, Northern, Pacific Islands, Papua New Guinea, Queensland, Samoa, Solomon Islands, South Australia, Sydney, Tahiti, Tasmania, Tonga, Vanuatu, Victoria, Western | Comments Off


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 The Qantas Frequent Flyer program today announced the introduction
of the new NAB Qantas Gold and NAB Qantas Platinum credit card range* from National Australia Bank (NAB).

The Chief Executive Officer of Qantas Frequent Flyer Simon Hickey said the new NAB Qantas card products allowed NAB customers to accelerate points earn as each account came with the benefit of two cards - a NAB Qantas American Express® Card and either a NAB Qantas Visa card or a NAB Qantas MasterCard®# card.

“With these direct earn cards, members can maximise the benefits of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program by seamlessly earning points on every day purchases and building points in their Qantas Frequent Flyer account,” Mr Hickey said.

Mr Hickey said features of the new cards offered by NAB include (see below for more details):

1.5 points for every $1 spent on the NAB Qantas Platinum American Express® Card;
 no points cap on the NAB Qantas Platinum card account; and
automatic crediting of points to a member’s Qantas Frequent Flyer account each month. “Members can accelerate their points earning to redeem their desired Qantas Frequent Flyer Awards sooner.”

He said that by making a purchase using the new NAB cards from any of the 350 plus Qantas Frequent Flyer program partners, members could earn points twice from the one transaction - once by making the payment on their card and once with the partner when they present their Qantas Frequent Flyer card. “Members have an impressive array of reward choices that include Qantas and Partner Classic Awards and Qantas and Jetstar Any Seat Awards.


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 “The new Qantas Frequent Flyer program also gives members the choice of more than 1,000 products, including over 100 retail and travel vouchers from the Qantas Frequent Flyer Store,” he said.

NAB General Manager, Cards and Personal Loans, Sam Nickless, said the new cards were a welcome addition to NAB’s credit card portfolio.

“We are delighted to be launching our new range of Qantas credit cards as they allow our customers to continue to take advantage of Qantas Frequent Flyer program benefits.

“We know many of our customers are serious about points earn, and a key feature of the new range is it enables customers to accelerate the number of points earned by giving them two cards that are part of one simple account – with one statement, one credit limit and one monthly repayment.”

For more information, go to www.qantas.com/cards

Features of the new cards offered by NAB include:

NAB Qantas Platinum Card account


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 1.5 points for every AUD$1 spent on the NAB Qantas Platinum American Express® Card.

 two points for every AUD$3 spent on the NAB Qantas Platinum Visa card. NAB Qantas MasterCard® card not available with the NAB Qantas Platinum Card account.

 one additional point per $1 spent on selected Qantas products and services, conditions apply.

 up to 44 interest free days.
 complimentary NAB insurances including: Overseas Travel Insurance; Interstate Flight Inconvenience Insurance; Transport Accident Insurance; Purchase Protection Insurance; and Extended Warranty Insurance and more.

NAB Qantas Gold Card account^

AUD$0-AUD$3,000 account spend per month (i.e. total spend across all cards on the card account):

 one point per AUD$1 spent on NAB Qantas Gold American Express® Card.
 two points per AUD$3 spent on the NAB Qantas Visa Gold card or the NAB Qantas Gold MasterCard® card.

AUD$3,001-AUD$10,000 account spend per month:

 one point per AUD$2 spent on NAB Qantas Gold American Express® Card.
 one point per AUD$3 spent on the NAB Qantas Visa Gold card or the NAB Qantas Gold MasterCard® card.


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 Above AUD$10,001 account spend per month: no further points earned.

^Points earn is tiered based on total monthly eligible purchases across all cards on the NAB Qantas Gold card account. And Points are calculated first on eligible purchases made with the NAB Qantas Gold American Express® Card, then on eligible purchases made with the NAB Qantas Visa Gold card or NAB Qantas Gold MasterCard® card. See worked examples in the NAB Qantas Credit Card Account Reward Terms and Conditions.

*Cards and points are offered by NAB. Card issuer and credit provider is NAB. Card features information supplied by NAB and is current as at 29 October 2008. Other fees and charges, conditions, lending and eligibility criteria (including age restrictions) apply. For details refer to NAB.

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