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Qld tour operator jailedA CAIRNS tour operator caught

underpaying backpackers has been sentenced to a year in prison for contempt of court as part of action brought by the Fair Work Ombudsman.

Leigh Alan Jorgensen, the owner-operator of Trek North Tours, has also been fined $84,956, but was released from jail on Fri pending an appeal.

Jorgensen had underpaid five backpackers on 417 working holiday visas in 2013 and 2014, resulting in fines totalling $67,000 and a 2015 Federal Court order to back-pay the workers in full.

However, the Fair Work Ombudsman took further action to secure freezing orders against Jorgensen after he failed to pay and indicated he was prepared to bankrupt his company to avoid the penalties and back-pay.

Jorgensen had also previously told Fair Work inspectors investigating the underpayments that the backpackers “would not get a cent”.

The Fair Work Ombudsman launched contempt of court action against Jorgensen last

year when he contravened the freezing order by transferring $41,035 from two frozen accounts into a family trust.

It is the first time the Ombudsman has taken contempt of court action, and the first time a prison sentence has been imposed as a result of the agency’s actions.

Fair Work Ombudsman Natalie James said that the commencement of the proceedings demonstrated that her agency was prepared to “use every tool at its disposal” to ensure justice was served.

“We will use every lever open to us to ensure the integrity of the administration of justice and compliance with court orders imposed under the Fair Work Act 2009,” she said.

The Federal Court has released Jorgensen on conditions including that he surrender his passport, remain in Queensland and report to police twice a week.

A date has not been fixed for appeal proceedings.

Splendor on saleCARNIVAL Cruise Line’s newest

and largest ship to be home-ported in Australia year round, Carnival Splendor, is now on sale.

The ship will sail from local waters from Dec 2019 featuring a new waterpark and restaurants.

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Travelmarvel 2019TRAVELMARVEL has extended

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Offers include free flights on all cabins and all dates for the classic 15-day ‘European Gems’ voyage from Budapest to Amsterdam priced from $5,295ppts - for details see page nine.

Bunnik Europe ‘19BUNNIK Tours is urging agents

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APT adds Qantas pointsAPT is the latest operator to

announce an alliance with the Qantas Frequent Flyer program, with travellers now able to earn points on every APT booking they make (TD breaking news Sat).

The agreement covers all APT trips, with two points per dollar spent available for APT river cruises, and one point per dollar for all other APT product including classic journeys, 4WD adventures, small group discoveries and small ship cruising itineraries.

The move was unveiled on Sat during a presentation by APT chief commercial officer Debra Fox at the Helloworld Owners and Managers Conference in Adelaide.

However, astute agents would have also spotted the new bonus on APT’s advertising in mainstream newspapers the same day, which for the first time featured the Qantas Frequent Flyer logo and details of the offer.

Points could be earned on APT bookings made in Australian dollars effective 01 May 2018, with APT ceo Steve Reynolds saying “for agents booking APT trips the additional sell point will help secure bookings”.

Points aren’t awarded on airfares bundled with an APT holiday, on cancelled trips or on travel industry discounted rates.

Qantas Points will be credited to the QF frequent flyer member’s account within seven days of the trip departure.

Mercure SouthportTHE Gold Coast’s new $550m

Queen Street Village precinct will include a four-star Mercure hotel with 160 rooms, conference facilities and a rooftop bar.

The Southport project is located on the old Gold Coast Hospital site.

New Regent voyageREGENT Seven Seas Cruises

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Part of Regent’s ‘Grand Voyages’ collection, the trip will follow a major refurbishment of the vessel and take in the Australian east coast before heading north to Bali, Phuket, Ho Chi Minh City and Hong Kong.

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Carriers from both nations will retain current and future rights under the deal - including Fifth Freedom rights - in an agreement that allows them to add or reduce flights broadly in line with the Air Transport Agreement signed by the US and UAE in 2002.

Carriers will also be subject to audited financial reports consistent with internationally recognised accounting standards, a measure designed to address long-standing accusations from US carriers that Middle East counterparts including Emirates and Etihad receive unfair government assistance.

The US Travel Association has welcomed the deal, saying it is hoped that three years of division has been ended.

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TOURISM NT has challenged young Australian travellers to “go full bush” in its latest marketing campaign, which enlists the help of three comedians to showcase the Northern Territory’s “big red rocks” & “epic tropical sunsets”.

The destination has partnered with Pedestrian.TV to create a three-part video series titled “All the Gear and No Idea”, produced in mockumentary style to highlight the “incredibly Instagrammable” adventures that await travellers in the NT.

Presenters include Pedestrian.TV’s Lucinda Price, comedian Tanya Hennessy and radio host Michael Beveridge (who puts his background to good use as he interviews a camel).

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Travel Agents Co-operative (ATAC) has unveiled a refreshed corporate branding, positioning the group under a new tagline - Partners In Your Prosperity.

The new slogan is part of a wider update of the group’s identity, designed to “better reflect the culture and vision of the co-operative”.

The group has dispensed with its previous tagline - The Independent Alternative - though ATAC general manager Michelle Emerton said independence would remain a core attribute.

“Everyone touts independence now - it has lost its meaning,” Emerton said.

“Everyone says it, even if it’s not necessarily the truth. It has become over-used.”

Emerton said the new identity was more relevant, innovative

and forward-thinking, reflecting ATAC’s role as a partner and conduit for the success of member agencies.

The group last year announced a record total transaction value (TTV) of more than $200 million during 2016/17 (TD 13 Nov), a year in which membership broke the 100 barrier for the first time.

Emerton said the group had since increased its membership further to 106 shareholders, with high retention rates.

She attributed this to benefits including transparency, buying power, independence and ATAC’s system of profit-sharing.

ATAC has also opened registrations for its Future Focus 2018 Conference, to be held in Singapore 02-05 Nov.

Scenic class action appeal in court

THE NSW Supreme Court has today commenced an appeal hearing in the long-running Scenic Tours class action (Cruise Weekly 07 Apr 2015).

The case relates to 13 European river cruise departures in Apr and May 2013 which were impacted by heavy rain and flooding.

Last year a ruling found the lead plaintiff, David Moore, was entitled to a full refund of his cruise fare plus $2,000 in damages (TD 31 Aug 2017).

Following the judgement Scenic confirmed it would appeal the ruling, with the case set down for four days this week.

The case is also scheduled for a directions hearing on 29 Jun.

Following the decision last year Scenic noted that its practice had always been to “deliver itineraries that were as close to schedule as possible without compromising on safety or comfort”.

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Product drives loyaltyIMPROVING product is a more

important driver in traveller loyalty in the Asia Pacific than membership or discount programs, according to a new report from the Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN).

The Travel Loyalty Report: A Wake-up Call for Sleepwalking Loyalty Programs questions the sustainability and tactics behind recent loyalty gains, with only 24% of APAC respondents saying they use points to drive loyalty, while 26% claim to not offer a loyalty program at all.

Despite the sector’s perception that product has more of an effect on loyalty than discounts, only half of those surveyed are actively working to improve their product range, and only a third are working to expand the range of their products and services.

The Asia Pacific differed significantly with global markets, with a stronger economy and increased market spend as the primary drivers of loyalty.

Wu makes Friends with Benefits

WENDY Wu has revealed the winner for week four of its Mega Friends with Benefits Incentive as Lina Maddalena from Travelcall in Armidale, Victoria.

Apart from the balloons and bragging rights, Maddalena also scored a $500 experience voucher for her next holiday.

Four more weekly winners of vouchers will be announced over the next month before the major

prize of a private tour for four people is drawn in Jun.

The competition is open for agents who make bookings before 15 Jun.

Pictured: Meagan Fitas (left) accepting the prize on behalf of Lina Maddalena, accompanied by Wendy Wu business development manager for Vic Emma Thomas.

Tas action planTHE Tasmanian Government

has charged its Visitor Economy Advisory Committee with the development of a new Action Plan that will look to foster tourism growth across all regions of the state.

Despite a record visitor spend of $2.33b in 2017, the Government is seeking to shift the focus to tourist dispersal.

“It is important to get the balance right...Tasmanians will be able to share in the benefits,” said Tasmanian Premier Will Hodgman.

Excited about TexasEXCITE Holidays has launched

a new marketing campaign in partnership with Texas Tourism.

The new push sees the release of a new guide offering info on the best places in the Lone Star state to “eat, stay and play” in destinations like Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin.

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Ovation christenedA COLOURFUL naming

ceremony for Seabourn’s new ship Seabourn Ovation took place in the harbour of Valletta in Malta on Fri, where the vessel’s godmother, singer Elaine Paige, gave a live performance to mark the occasion.

Swiss roadshowSWITZERLAND Tourism is

bringing its Travel Experience roadshow to Australia again, taking place 19 Jun (Melb), 20 Jun (Adelaide), 21 Jun (Syd), & 25 Jun (Brisbane) - register HERE.

TC makes moveTRAVEL Concepts has relocated

its head office to 12 Loch Crescent, Strathmore in Vic.

The company’s postal address, website, and phone number remain unchanged.

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Pet-friendly pushTASMANIA’S Cradle Coast

Authority is pitching the destination to visitors with pets in its latest tourism campaign.

The Pet-Friendly Cradle Coast Campaign will run through to mid-Jul and highlights travel, experiences and accom which welcome four-legged friends.

Cradle Coast Authority tourism manager said the push was created after research showed a significant number of the destination’s target audience consider their pet when travelling.

Margaret Riv boostTHE Margaret River Wine

Region has secured funding for a marketing campaign primarily targeting visitors from Singapore.

The tourism board will receive a $250k grant through the Int’l Wine Tourism Competitive Grants Program following a joint application between the Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association, South West Development Commission, Australia’s South West, the wine industry & the Wine Association.

The program will include a week-long program of events in Singapore, a famil program and digital push.

Great Keppel fundsTHE Qld Government has called

upon the Federal Govt to match a $25 million investment in Great Keppel Island.

Member for Keppel Brittany Lauga said the island had potential as a tourism destination but said the Capricorn Coast had been repeatedly overlooked by the Federal Government.

Qld bid for academyTHE Queensland Government

says the state’s airports are well positioned to successfully run Qantas’ new pilot academy (TD Fri) and that it is preparing to respond to Qantas’ formal request for submissions.

QFFF JAX TyresQANTAS has partnered with

JAX Tyres to allow Frequent Flyer members to earn Qantas Points on sales or services with the tyre specialists from today.

JAX customers will be able to earn one Qantas Point for every $1 spent on tyres, brakes, wheels and suspension.

FC agents escape with Infinity

TOP Flight Centre Travel Group retail cruise sellers recently jumped aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Escape for the Infinity incrowd cruise reward trip.

The group kicked off the adventure in New York City, spending an evening at 230 Fifth Roof Top Bar before embarking the next day on a seven-night Bermuda cruise.

Pictured are: Phil Ambrose, Rachael Hackney, Lynne Anderson, Brad Rowland, Damian

Borg, Melissa Sievers, Chris Holliday-Smith, Alana Hughson, Jared Voss, Victoria Baudinette, Kirsten Fransen, Debbie Eyers, Luke Horvath, Lauren Duff and Kendall Best.

HA one-way fareHAWAIIAN Airlines is offering

limited duration one-way retail fares from Sydney to Hawaii and the US mainland, priced from $389 to Honolulu and $502 to LAX/SFO/SEA/OAK/SJC/LGB.

There are also fares available to the other Hawaiian islands as well as Las Vegas, Phoenix and New York, valid for bookings made through until 24 May and travel up to 20 Jun.

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AA opens 5 gatesAMERICAN Airlines has

celebrated the opening of five new gates at its hub at Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

The gates are the first new departure points to be added to the airport in 25 years and are part of a US$78 million construction project designed to increase American’s capacity.

Sun Island CroatiaSUN Island Tours has released

an additional 15 Croatian itineraries for 2019, including new departures and special interest options.

Six return departures of a seven-night itinerary between Opatija and Dubrovnik have been added, as well as eight extra cruises for 18- to 29-year-olds.

Special interest cruises include cycling, hiking, yoga, nude, gay and wine options.

Luxperience teamDIVERSIFIED Communications

has announced new team members for its Luxperience exhibition ahead of this year’s event from 16 to 19 Sep.

Claire-Ann Leo will head up the expo’s marketing while Tea Kezic will lead the sales team.

A new Event Experience team will be led by Richard Sedin and includes Bronwyn Wilson and Arnie Lautaimi.

IHG cuts commINTERCONTINENTAL Hotels

Group (IHG) has followed rivals Marriott and Hilton in cutting group booking commissions for its US and Canadian properties (TD 27 Mar).

US trade media report the change has been outlined in a memo to agents, with commissions dropping from 10% to 7% from 01 Jan 2019.

LATAM up 50%LATAM Airlines Group has

announced a 50% increase in operating income and a US$93.9 million net profit in its 2018 first quarter results.

Operating income totalled US$228.5 in the three months to 31 Mar, driven by higher traffic and yields across all markets.

ETG en route through France

THIS team of Express Travel Group (ETG) agents had a chance to explore France in style recently, taking in the sights of Paris and Bordeaux.

The group flew with Cathay Pacific - sampling the carrier’s new A350 aircraft - and took a fast train to Bordeaux thanks to Rail Plus, travelling at speeds topping 318km/h.

They then spent seven nights in luxury on an APT Bordeaux River Cruise, travelling in style on board the AmaDolce.

The group fell in love with the town of St Emilion, enjoyed a private dinner at the Chateau de Cazeneuve and made the most of APT’s Freedom of Choice inclusions in five locations.

The agents are pictured during their stay in Paris.

WELCOME to Brochures of the Week, Travel Daily’s regular feature.If your firm is releasing a new brochure of which you’d like to make the industry aware, send a brief description summarising its features and itineraries, including a PDF of the front cover, and contact details to brochures@traveldaily.com.au.

Travelmarvel - Myanmar 2019/2020Travelmarvel’s 2019/20 Myanmar program has reintroduced the 15-day Majestic Myanmar itinerary, which features a 14-night cruise aboard the RV Princess Panhwar, with guests setting sail from Mandalay and cruising to the heart of Yangon. Also new to the program is the chance for guests to extend their time in Myanmar with a stay at Pan Pacific Yangon and a half-day tour of Yangon’s sights,

including a restoration tour of the historic Secretariat Office and a visit to the Reclining Buddha Statue.

Silversea Cruises - Asia 2018/2019Silversea has launched its brand new 2018/2019 Asia brochure featuring more than 20 departures and visiting 12 countries, with up to 170 free shore excursions. Details of the cruise line’s all-inclusive Asia bundle are featured and allow guests to take advantage of free Economy flights and transfers. For any agents who have not yet received the new brochure, Silversea advises that additional copies can

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Princess Cruises - Australia and NZ 2019/20The 2019-2020 season for Princess Cruises features the cruise line’s largest Australia and NZ deployment with more than 900 cruise nights available and a large capacity for over 200,000 guests across five ships. Destinations included in the set of local itineraries are Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, Fiji, New Caledonia, Tauranga, and Wellington. Highlights of the brochure feature a 12-night Treasures of Southeast Asia cruise

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ON 10 May AccorHotels’ MGallery by Sofitel brand celebrated the roll out of Inspired by Her, its new hotel program designed specifically for women.

Australian international model, photographer and Inspired by Her ambassador, Candice Lake, was flown out from London for the event ahead of Sydney Fashion Week, where she spoke about why the Inspired by Her program is so important to cater to the needs of travelling women.

Held in the Big Barn at the new William Inglis Hotel, the intimate lunch was attended by travel, fashion and lifestyle media and guests experienced the best of the hotel’s Inspired by Her menu and hospitality.

Over 80% of MGallery by Sofitel guests are women and Inspired by Her caters for their travel needs with emergency amenity kits, special menu items, chic cocktails and more.

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Mount Merapi eruptsA STEAM eruption at

Indonesia’s Mount Merapi in Central Java took place on Fri, causing the temporary closure of Yogyakarta International Airport.

Tours of the Mt Merapi crater are currently not permitted.

Emirates Formula 1EMIRATES has extended its

sponsorship agreement with Formula 1 for another four years.

The expanded partnership will see Emirates carry out branding and consumer activations at over 15 races across Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Americas, with Title Sponsorship rights at the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona and the German Grand Prix in Hockenheim also included.

“Formula 1’s global appeal provides an opportunity to share in the passion of millions of fans,” said Emirates vice president Thierry Antinori.

TK grows Apr paxTURKISH Airlines (TK) has

posted a solid jump in passengers carried for Apr, announcing 15% growth for the month to 6.4 million customers.

The Turkish carrier also recorded a sizable 30% increase in international pax (excluding transit pax) and improved its total load factor by 4.1% to 87.1% for the month.

Australian exposureA SPECIAL nine-hour live radio

broadcast talking up Australia’s culinary, aquatic and natural experiences aired on Japanese radio last week.

The Tourism Australia initiative, supported by Nippon Travel Agency, JTB Travel, and H.I.S Travel Agency, aired on the J-WAVE radio station that broadcasts to an area where 43 million Japanese residents live.

MEANWHILE Bollywood superstar and Australian travel ambassador Parineeti Chopra was in town recently promoting some of the country’s most iconic tourism destinations.

Among the images shared to her 36 million fans on social media were shots of the superstar climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge, exploring the Blue Mountains, and touring the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

VN new terminalVIETNAM Airlines (VN) has

announced plans to relocate its operations at China’s Baiyun Int’l Airport (CAN) to the new T2 terminal from 19 May.

VN’s decision to move was motivated by the availability of modern tech such as facial recognition and more space.

The carrier will run nine check-in counters at CAN’s T2.

Tourism pay gapA NEW study conducted by

Southern Cross University has found women working in the Australian tourism industry earn almost 10% less than men.

The findings were published in Tourism Analysis and showed female tourism employees were 8.5% behind men in remuneration with “less human capital” and being “interrupted by major life events” put forward as possible causes for the disparity.

However the study’s lead researcher Professor Michael Kortt believes that additional elements are also at play.

“Even after controlling for these factors, our results indicate that female employees still incur a wage penalty,” he said.

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you product training a team of res consultants overseas. Concentrating on Asia, Canada/Alaska, Africa and Europe,

Cruise knowledge also highly sought after. Ideally you will be a product manager who has worked across multiple

destinations with a passion for training, Please note you will need to travel overseas for a 2-4 week period initially and

then as the role requires.

GLOBAL ROLE OPERATIONS MANAGER -MICE

SYDNEY- PACKAGE OVER $100K Amazing role on offer to an experienced Meetings and Events manager looking for their next step. You will be

leading a two teams totaling 9 people and growing. People Management is the key for this role, we are looking for a strong people leader who is ready to take these teams forward. MICE experience is also essential, great salary,

benefits and a flexible work environment ie work from home is on offer.

**NEW**UNIQUE HR ROLE

HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISOR TASMANIA - $70K + Accom.

We are looking for a HR professional to work in this beautiful Cradle Mountain location. Duties will include providing advice & support to dept. heads & staff, drive initiatives,

performance management, manage workers comp amongst other HR tasks. Salary plus accommodation on offer. HR

experience required, hospitality background preferred, along with strong communication & organizational skills. If you

have a can do attitude we want to hear from you!

GLOBAL ROLE CORPORATE ACCOUNT MANAGER

SYDNEY- STRONG SALARY PACKAGE As a global Corporate Account Manager you will be

responsible for the regional program with the objective of growing revenues, increasing revenues, increasing margins

and retaining the business. To do this, you will have a thorough knowledge of corporate travel as well as the

professional communication & negotiation skills to deal with people at all levels up to executives. Interviews to commence

this week.

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*NEW*ARE YOU A BUSINESS LEADER? GENERAL MANAGER

GOLD COAST – EXECUTIVE PKG ON OFFER We are looking for a senior executive with extensive experience in leading an online business. You will be

responsible for the successful cultural, commercial and financial performance of the company. Executive package on

offer for the right candidate. Experience in Ecommerce, online platforms, strategies, sales, marketing and business

operations required along with a track record in leading and developing teams.

**NEW**IT SALES BDM/AM- INDUSTRY SUPPLIER

SYD/MEL – UP TO $120K PLUS BONUS PLUS SUPER We are looking for a talented business development

manager who is ready for their next move, you would ideally come from an IT sales role or Corporate TMC and have a

proven background in sales. This role will see you looking after 70/30 spilt sales and account management. Included in

the package is a great base salary plus a strong bonus scheme and many other benefits. Please send your CV with a

cover letter.

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LEAD THE TEAM RESERVATIONS SALES MANAGER

MELBOURNE – $100K PLUS Turn the key and open the door to success when you join this travel company. Managing a team of reservations and support consultants you’ll know the secrets of driving and motivating staff members to reach their full potential and

sales targets. Stepping into this rare management opportunity your previous leadership experience, wholesale travel knowledge & experience in setting targets will set you

apart from the pack. Top $$ & bonuses on offer.

INSPIRE YOUR TEAM GENERAL MANAGERS

MELBOURNE/PERTH – $100K-$120K + SUPER + BONUS We are looking for experienced General Managers or Hotel Managers for a number of properties in Melbourne & Perth.

You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the property, lead a capable management team, and focus on

customer service, budgeting & forecasting & delivering results. Previous experience in a similar role. Great salary plus super plus bonus. Good career progression plus a great team

environment. Apply today!

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