Smart Travel Update - April 2003 @ www.travelogic.com.au

Well the hunt is on! Not only are we tracking down the Easter Bunny we are still searching out those extra savings to help keep the cost of travel down. So if it's chocolate covered eggs or a cheaper way to manage your travel requirements, TRAVELOG!C has got it covered (in chocolate "yum").

So if you are @ work or taking time off from all the staff @ TRAVELOG!C we wish you a safe and happy Easter.

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Malaysia Airlines - Top 5

Air Pacific New Boeing 747-400

QF Flights to LAX - Terminal Change

Virgin Atlantic "Sound as a Pound" sale
BA / AA New Codeshare gets "OK" Virgin Blue "Blue Room" Easter Office Hours Qantas Tasman Service Enhancements

Air Travel News

What's happening, where and when inside the airline industry
Malaysia Airlines was voted into the top five league of "Airline of the Year 2003" award, for the first time, in an international airline survey conducted by Skytrax Research of London, United Kingdom. It was also voted to the 2nd position in the international airline ranking for the "Best Economy Class 2003" and 3rd position for Asia's "Best Airline 2003" award. more...

Air Pacific New Boeing 747-400

Fiji's international airline, Air Pacific, takes delivery of the first of two Boeing B747-400 aircraft on April 14 with a second following at the end of June. more....

Flights to LAX - Terminal Changes

From 30 March 2003, Qantas flight QF108 to Sydney will now check in and depart from Terminal 4 (American Airlines terminal) at Los Angeles, instead of the Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal 2). It joins the QF107 to New York which already uses Terminal 4.

Qantas Tasman Flights - Service Enhancement

Qantas has introduced an enhanced meal service on all Tasman flights, giving passengers a more contemporary style of service. Business passengers can enjoy a choice of three meal options and four wines, along with special tablecloths and printed menus. Economy passengers are now also experiencing a greater variety of meals and a more personalised level of service. Beer and wine are now complimentary in both directions from midday. The enhancements have been modelled on the highly successful Perth Cityflyer service, and ensure a greater choice and higher quality of meals along with an exceptional style of service.

Qantas Super PEX Fares to India

Effective for sale immediately until 04 May 2003, a new Australia to India Super PEX fare has been released. Fare valid for departures 01 April 03 - 30 June 03. Please call TRAVELOG!C on +612 9230 7500 for more information on this and other specials available.

"Sound as a Pound" to the UK from $1724 ex Sydney

Virgin Atlantic Airways has introduced bargain economy class fares from five Australian destinations to London and a choice of nine additional ports in the UK and Ireland, for travel until 30 June. more...

Codeshare Gets Tentative OK

British Airways and American Airlines said today they are delighted by an order tentatively giving the airlines permission to codeshare on a wide number of flights beyond the carriers’ gateways in the United Kingdom and the United States. more...

BA World Traveller Plus from $250

'T' Class upgrade offer. For sales & departures until 30 June 2003 for just $250 per sector on Melbourne or Sydney to London. Passengers can upgrade from economy to World Traveller Plus, British Airways’ premier economy cabin! This offer applies to flights between Australia and London in World Traveller Plus cabin and applies to any existing or new economy bookings, either before or after the ticket has been issued. So take advantage of for this limited period only!!

What are the benefits of flying in World Traveller Plus?

The benefits of this new cabin are:

  • A spacious, quieter premier cabin with a maximum of five rows, located forward the economy cabin.

  • Wider seats with 7” more legroom (38” pitch), adjustable headrest, footrest and wider seats.

  • Seat back video with a wide choice of in-flight entertainment.

  • In-seat PC Power for laptops & individual telephones.

  • Priority meal service and a new menu developed offering modern, stylish design.

  • Check-in baggage allowance is a generous 23kgs.

  • 2 pieces of hand baggage weighing up to a total of 12kg (double the World Traveller allowance)

  • 20% more personal space than economy.

First Airport "Blue Room"

Virgin Blue will today officially launch it's first ever "Blue Room" aimed at challenging the traditional airport corporate lounge concept and offering Virgin Blue Guests the option to work on the run, chill out or tune in before or after their flight.

Anyone travelling with Virgin Blue can simply front up and pay an introductory pay-as-you-go $5 entry fee or a reasonable annual membership fee of $99* for the first 9 days of opening, then $175 until June 30, when the $195 standard annual membership fee will apply by which time further Blue Rooms will open around the country. more...

Hotels

Where to stay and what's news

Eden on the Park

Overlooking picturesque Port Phillip Bay and the Albert Park Lake, home of the Australian Formula One Grand Prix and Aquatic Swim Centre, Eden on the Park is an award-winning Deluxe Boutique Hotel offering 4 ˝ star accommodation and Conference and Function facilities suitable for functions from 10 to 800 guests.

Eden on the Park is located adjacent to Melbourne's commercial business district, just five minutes from the heart of Melbourne's shopping Centre and the Crown Entertainment Complex.

Click image to enlargeTheir central location gives guests close access to all of Melbourne's major attractions, the most popular usually within walking distance.

The Hotel is also only minutes away from Melbourne's Southgate, the famous South Yarra shopping district, as well as Crown Casino, Arts Centre, Melbourne Aquarium and a plethora of international restaurants.

TRAVELOG!C News

What's happening in our world
TRAVELOG!C will be open normal business hours Monday 14th April 2003 to Thursday 17th April 2003 and Tuesday 22nd April 2003 to Thursday 24th April 2003.

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Staff Profile: Hilary Morris, Dedicated Travel Specialist

Hilary grew up in Oamaru (South Island), New Zealand and moved to Sydney in 1997. Hilary started her career in Travel and Hospitality in New Zealand before embarking on a 3 year global travel expedition travelling to the USA, UK Europe and USA. Starting with Camp America Hilary was a Camp Counsellor then she moved on to Europe working in Hospitality. Travel Consulting and becoming a Nanny was next in England, Scotland, Austria, and Florida.

Hilary joined the TRAVELOG!C Team in March 2002 and works as a wholly dedicated Travel Specialist one of our highest profile accounts. Hilary has been a star performer in this role often receiving great praise from a very dynamic and challenging account.

In her spare time, Hilary enjoys skiing, travelling and following any sport where the Aussies play the Kiwis....

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TRAVELOG!C Journal: Kate Pollard's Fiji

FIJI  15-20 FEBRUARY 2003

Saturday 15 Feb

Flight FJ910 to Nadi at 1320 (Boeing 767 aircraft)

Check-in was smooth & efficient. We were upgraded to Business Class which offered more legroom. In-flight service was pleasant.

Baggage claim at Nadi Airport can be slow, perhaps due to airport renovations.

One hour coach transfer to Outrigger Reef Resort on the Coral Coast.

Outrigger Reef is set in extensive lush gardens, giving a real feeling of space.

All hotel rooms are air conditioned more...

Destination Noumea:

Whilst in Noumea, there is plenty of relaxing that can be done poolside at the resort of your choice. There are also plenty of other places to explore in the city.

There are Trolley Tours that explore around the city centre, bays and hilltops of Noumea. The tour includes admission to the Aquarium, and if you chose to take the afternoon tour it includes access to the Botanical Gardens and local Zoo. The tour is fairly inexpensive and a great way to see the sites around Noumea. more....

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