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3 August 2012 |
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ATLAS NEWSLETTER
Welcome to the August edition of Atlas.
We're delighted to be supporting Qantas' new media campaign and have some extra Qantas news and airfares in this edition. Also, don't forget we can help you purchase or renew your Qantas Club Membership at exclusively discounted rates entitling you to access to more than 130 Qantas lounges worldwide where you can relax and unwind, or keep working without interruption, a must for any busy executive.
Cathay Pacific have extended their Premium Economy sale which offers fantastic savings on a top product. Jennifer Waters & Sharn Parker (Senior Corporate Consultants located at our Crows Nest office in NSW) have just arrived back from the airport after inspecting the new Cathay Pacific fit out for themselves, the new business class cabin is also gaining a huge fan base amongst our customers, contact us today for a quote to your favourite destination.
We also have some exciting hotel news for Perth as well as some exclusive specials and promotions with The Art Series Hotels and Mandarin Oriental.
As always I appreciate any feedback you may have.
Sincerely,
Sarah Bush
Director |
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 EASIER UPGRADES FOR QANTAS FREQUENT FLYERS
Enhancements to the Qantas frequent flyer program aim to make it much more simple to use points for upgrades. Effective immediately, members lodging upgrade requests online for international flights can opt to be eligible for an upgrade right up until departure at the airport - unlike the previous system where upgrades were processed some hours before flights left.
Flyers requesting domestic upgrades can now register to be advised of availability via SMS. The previous process saw users having to repeatedly return to the site to check on availability of upgrade seats if they missed out when initially requesting. Another key change is that members can now request partial flight upgrades - so that for example on a Sydney-Singapore-London flight they can opt to be upgraded on a single sector if there is availability.
Qantas Chief Executive Loyalty, Lesley Grant, said the changes were a "terrific enhancement" based on new technology which means the carrier can now "surprise and delight" its 8.6 million frequent flyer members rather than disappoint them. |
 DUTY FREE BACK ON 747s
Qantas will reintroduce its 'In Sky Shopping' Duty Free program for passengers flying aboard its jumbo aircraft from 01 Aug 2012. According to the Qantas trade site, In Sky Shopping will be made available on both reconfigured 747-400 aircraft in addition to other 747-400 operating on international routes.
Routes where it will be offered include Brisbane to Los Angeles & Singapore, Sydney to Dallas and Los Angeles (and on to New York) and Sydney to Santiago. The program was removed due to reduced stowage pace on the refitted 747s & to ensure product consistency, but further work has been completed to identify an opportunity to allow carriage of duty free. |
 TOBACCO DUTY FREE CHANGES
As a part of this year's budget the Federal Government has made significant changes to the amount of tobacco a person may bring into Australia when returning from a business trip or holiday.
The new limit from the 1st September 2012 is ONLY 50 cigarettes. Click here to see more information issued by Customs.
We provide this to assist you in advance so that you know the new rules and are not caught out with more than the NEW allowable amount of cigarettes tax free.
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 Q-STREAMING ON ALL QANTAS B767 AIRCRAFT
Qantas Domestic CEO Lyell Strambi has just announced the rollout of the QStreaming inflight entertainment system across its full 23-strong Boeing 767 fleet.
The move follows a successful trial of the service earlier this year, with QF to partner with Panasonic and use its eXW system to provide more than 200 hours of on-demand IFE content via iPads to every passenger in both Business and Economy classes on the aircraft.
"Our customers were the first in the world to experience the ground-breaking WiFi entertainment technology and we received great feedback from our customers during the trial this year," he said.
QStreaming will be offered free of charge to all passengers flying on the 767s, with the first aircraft to roll out in the fourth quarter of this year, operating mainly on east coast routes and also across to Perth. Strambi said the launch of QStreaming was "part of a wider strategic investment across the domestic customer experience, including enhancements to ground operations and further domestic aircraft upgrades over the next few years". |
 NEW $568 MILLION HOTEL DEVELOPMENT FOR PERTH
James Packer's Crown Limited has announced the development of a new "six star luxury hotel" to be known as Crown Towers Perth.
The new 500-room property will expand the existing offerings at the Burswood Entertainment Complex, with the total investment in the project valued at $568 million. Upon completion Crown Towers Perth will be the WA capital's largest hotel, taking capacity at Burswood to nearly 1200 rooms. Construction will commence early next year, with an expected 2016 opening date.
Meanwhile, Crown has also announced plans to build another six-star property in Sydney at Barangaroo, likely to be called Crown Towers Sydney. Subject to approval, the hotel resort is expected to be located adjacent to Sydney Harbour and Barangaroo Central. "Sydney deserves one of the world's great hotels in its magnificent harbour. "My desire is for Crown to build the best hotel in the world at Barangaroo," Crown chairman James Packer boldly stated. |
| NEWS AND SPECIALS FROM THE EVENTS AUTHORITY |
LEBUA BANGKOK SPECIAL
An all-inclusive meeting package is being offered by the Tower Club at Lebua, Bangkok priced from THB6,499.00 (approx. $199.00) for a Single Room valid until 31 October. The package includes accommodation in a Tower Club Suite with balcony and breakfast as well as exclusive usage of the Tower Club Lounge, use of meeting room from 08:00am to 05:00pm for full-day meeting, tea breaks, lunch and some audio equipment and 5% discount on business centre services.
Please contact us for further information. |
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QANTAS BUSINESS CLASS ASIA ON SALE
INCLUDING TAXES AND FEES
 JAKARTA
From $4426.00* per person
(Amex Points 442,600** per person)
SHANGHAI
From $5987.00* per person
(Amex Points 598,700** per person)
HONG KONG
From $6567.00* per person
(Amex Points 656,700** per person)
Please contact us for further information
*Conditions apply: On sale till 31 August 2012. For departures from 1 August 2012 to 31 March 2013. Price advertised based on departure from Sydney.
**Higher Amex Membership Reward points apply to Business Ascent tier and David Jones Cards only. |
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INCLUDING TAXES AND FEES
 Emirates have exciting things happening over the next few months and to celebrate they have released some great deals!.
MELBOURNE
Emirates will commence the A380 service from Melbourne on the 2nd of October!
From $1950.00* per person to London
(Amex Points 195,000** per person)
PERTH
Emirates are celebrating Perth's 10th anniversary from 2nd of August!
From $1899.00* per person to London
(Amex Points 189,900** per person)
ADELAIDE
Emirates will commence 4 services per week from Adelaide to Dubai from 1 November!
From $1899.00* per person to London
(Amex Points 189,900** per person)
Please contact us for further information.
*Conditions apply: On sale till 20 August 2012. Travel dates 20 July 2012 to 31 March 2013 for Melbourne/Perth. Travel dates 1 November 2012 to 31 May 2013 for Adelaide. Prices quoted are based on low season. Other destinations available.
**Higher Amex Membership Reward points apply to Business Ascent tier and David Jones Cards only. |
TTA EXCLUSIVES AT THE BLACKMAN AND THE OLSEN IN MELBOURNE
The Travel Authority have negotiated some fantastic deals with The Blackman and The Olsen in Melbourne. These Art Series Hotels are unique, taking design inspiration from Australia's artistic greats. Each suite is appointed with up to the minute comforts and technology, while original artworks and prints adorn every wall.
 THE BLACKMAN
Located on the boulevard of business, St Kilda Road, The Blackman is just a hop, skip and jump away from the CBD. Retire from your working day in art inspired boutique luxury, set back from the hum drum of the busy city centre. With Albert Park Lake and the Botanical Gardens just across the way, there's plenty of running options to let off some steam. Two delicious restaurants are on-site so you won't need to venture too far and complimentary scheduled transport will drop you off to your meetings in plenty of time.
Discover the art of lucid dreaming at The Blackman:
From $210.00* per night for a Studio Suite Balcony
(Amex Points 21,000** per person)
 THE OLSEN
Turn your work into play at The Olsen, set on Melbourne's premiere shopping and dining strip, Chapel Street. Once your day is done relax and unwind in art inspired boutique luxury. A glass bottomed pool, state of the art gymnasium, on-site dining options, day spa and hair salon await your arrival. Or venture outside to find an abundance of options to occupy your downtime.
Indulge in creature comforts at The Olsen:
From $200.00* per night for a Studio Suite
(Amex Points 20,000** per person)
Please contact us for further information.
*Conditions apply: Prices based on the lead-in room type. Blackout dates apply during Melbourne sporting events and NYE.
**Higher Amex Membership Reward points apply to Business Ascent tier and David Jones Cards only. |
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MANDARIN ORIENTAL HOTELS PROMOTIONS
 BANGKOK - Summer Promotion
Now is the perfect time to revisit one of the most vibrant and dynamic cities in Asia, famous for its food, shopping and nightlife with a rich and colourful culture that offers visitors a wide variety of activities to fill your days and nights. Stay 2 nights and receive the 3rd night FREE!
Details:
- Personal butler service
- Complimentary one night stay for every two paying nights
 HONG KONG - Business on the Run
Ideal stay for business guests when time is of the essence. Located in the heart of the financial district this award-winning iconic hotel is offering the perfect stay for guests visiting on business.
Details:
- Daily breakfast
- Pressing of a 2-piece suit and two shirts
- In-room Wifi internet access
- Local telephone calls
Please contact us for rates and availability.
*Conditions apply: Bangkok Summer Promotion valid until 30 September 2012. Hong Kong Business on the Run valid until 31 December 2012. |
QANTAS CLUB CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP
 You can organise your Qantas Club Membership with The Travel Authority at discounted rates. Do you know a friend or colleague who may be interested to join the Qantas Corporate Club scheme and take advantage of our special joining fee? We'd be delighted to hear from them. 1 year membership $390.00* for 1 year
(Amex Points 39,000** per person)
2 year membership $690.00* for 2 years (Amex Points 69,100** per person)
*Conditions apply: price does not include a $230.00 joining fee for new Qantas Club Members.
**Higher Amex Membership Reward points apply to Business Ascent tier and David Jones Cards only. |
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VIRGIN ATLANTIC UPPER CLASS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
INCLUDING TAXES AND FEES
 Visit the family in Europe or enjoy a cold Christmas with this Upper Class Super Sale to London!
From $7559.00* per person
(Amex Points 755,900** per person)
Please contact us for further information.
*Conditions apply: On sale till 31 August 2012. For departures from 1 December 2012 to 31 January 2013. Price advertised based on departure from Sydney.
**Higher Amex Membership Reward points apply to Business Ascent tier and David Jones Cards only. |
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CATHAY PACIFIC PREMIUM ECONOMY SPECIALS
INCLUDING TAXES AND FEES
 Cathay Pacific's Premium Economy is a total enhancement of the Economy Class experience; offering more comfort, space and personal attention throughout your entire journey!
From $1630.00* per person to Hong Kong
(Amex Points 163,000** per person)
From $2775.00* per person to Paris
(Amex Points 277,500** per person)
 From $3820.00* per person to New York
(Amex Points 382,000** per person)
Please contact us for further information.
*Conditions apply: On sale till 8 August 2012. For departures from 1 August 2012 to 7 December 2012. Price advertised based on departure Sydney in low season.
**Higher Amex Membership Reward points apply to Business Ascent tier and David Jones Cards only.
***Bottom picture is Cathay Pacific's Business Class product. |
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SAVE UP TO 57% ON 2012 WINDSTAR SAILINGS
There is still last minute availability onboard select 2012 Windstar departures with fares starting as low as $1164.00*. Make sure you book by 31 August 2012 to secure your place onboard one of Windstar's intimate sailing yachts.
6-night Rome to Barcelona, 11 November 2012
From $1164.00* per person
(Amex Points 116,400** per person)
7-night Istanbul to Athens, 27 October 2012
From $1445.00* per person
(Amex Points 144,500** per person)
8-night Athens to Rome, 3 November 2012
From $1298.00* per person
(Amex Points 129,800** per person)
8-night Barcelona to Lisbon, 17 November 2012
From $1298.00* per person
(Amex Points 129,800** per person)
Please contact us for further information.
*Conditions apply: Offer valid for new bookings only. Bookings need to be made before 31 August 2012.
**Higher Amex Membership Reward points apply to Business Ascent tier and David Jones Cards only. |
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