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November 01, 2017: Sydney Opera House Sails Light Up Hot Pink to Celebrate 40 Years of Mardi Gras

In 2018, Sydney will celebrate the historic 40th anniversary of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras and on Friday 3 November 2017, the Sydney Opera House will help Mardi Gras launch its full 2018 program by lighting its sails a blazing hot pink in celebration of the iconic event. This coming…

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January 21, 2018: Rotorua New Zealand Names Top Destination to Visit in 2018

Rotorua has been named as one of the top places to see in the prestigious The New York Times’ 52 Places to Go in 2018 list. The list, described as a “starter kit for seeing the world” features Rotorua at number 45 – the only New Zealand destination to make the list. Destination Rotorua…

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May 10, 2016: Air New Zealand introduces Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on Honolulu-Auckland route

As the launch carrier of the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, Air New Zealand is now operating the aircraft on its popular Honolulu-Auckland route. The airline is the first to operate the 787-9 aircraft out of Honolulu and this is the first time Air New Zealand is operating the Dreamliner on one of its…

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April 20, 2016: Experience World Penguin Day in Black and White on Phillip Island

Victoria, Australia’s Famed Island Offers Unique Programming LOS ANGELES, Calif. (April 20, 2016) – In celebration of World Penguin Day, Phillip Island is offering a host of activities that brings visitors up close and personal to the colony of more than 32,000 little penguins who call the…

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March 24, 2016: Wayne Gretzky to Bring Ice Hockey to Sydney

The man known as the ‘greatest ice hockey player of all time’, Wayne Gretzky, will bring the USA and Canada national teams to Sydney in June. Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events and Minister for Sport Stuart Ayres said Gretzky will be exclusively in Sydney as an ambassador for the…

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March 06, 2016: Weta Workshop Listed in World’s Top 10 Film Studio Tours

Wellington-based Weta Workshop’s film making facilities have been listed as one of the top 10 film studio tours in the world.New Zealand’s movie secrets are well and truly out after guided tours of Wellington-based Weta Workshop’s filmmaking facilities were listed as one of the top 10 film…

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February 17, 2016: Record Breaking VIVID Sydney to Extend in 2016

Vivid Sydney, the world’s largest festival of light, music and ideas, will run for an additional five nights in 2016. Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events Stuart Ayres said the extraordinary growth of Vivid Sydney is undeniable. “In just seven years, Vivid Sydney has established…

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May 04, 2015: Sydney Welcomes Savannah Guthrie - NBC Broadcasts live from Sydney Opera House

Sydney’s magnificent icons will be beamed to 5.6 million viewers across the United States on Monday 4 May 2015 as top-rating breakfast show NBC TODAY broadcasts live from the forecourt of Sydney Opera House. The Sydney Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, Sydney Harbour and historical inner-city…

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June 03, 2014: Aussie travel expert Margot Windenburg’s cool job

What do you do? I am the sales manager for Down Under Answers and Africa Answers. Our [Bellevue-based] company provides wholesale travel to Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific islands and 18 countries in Africa. Our main clientele is travel agents who specialize in these regions. I manage…

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June 03, 2014: Inside word on state of tourism - New Zealand Herald

The tourism business showcase Trenz heads to Rotorua next year after tens of millions of dollars of business was done at the event in Auckland last week. Grant Bradley got a range of views on the state of the industry. The consultant Lilly Choi-Lee started TravConsult in 2002, specialising in…

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April 23, 2014: Successful 25th Anniversary Bluesfest at Byron Bay

The festival wrapped up last night after five days of clear blue skies, show stopping performances from some of the world’s most prolific and up and coming musicians and some jaw-dropping collaborations. Festival Director, Peter Noble said:  “This is, without doubt our most…

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April 22, 2014: Modern Family enjoy Great Barrier Reef after filming Australian family holiday episode

Great Barrier Reef, Australia, 21 April 2014— Members of the cast and crew of Modern Family filmed at One&Only Hayman Island, located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, as part of the Australia family holiday episode. The cast and crew also managed a little time to enjoy the private…

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August 14, 2013: Business Insider awards The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs Top Spot for the 24 Best Hotels in the World

Business Insider created the ultimate list of the best hotels in the world by aggregating four notable hotel rankings made by elite publications and websites. The rankings we used were Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Hotel Awards, Conde Nast Traveler’s Top 100 Hotels & Resorts…

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June 27, 2013: Fiji Airways takes to the skies

June 26, 2013: Air Pacific has made its last flight as Fiji’s national airline reveals itself as Fiji Airways. Along with the new name, a number of brand elements are being rolled out across Fiji Airways’ international marketplace. They include new crew uniforms, branded ticket…

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June 25, 2013: Air New Zealand sends 787 to Perth

Air New Zealand has unveiled the list of destinations its new fleet of Boeing 787-9 aircraft will fly to, including Shanghai, Tokyo, Perth, Honolulu and Papeete. New aircraft will replace the airline’s current fleet of Boeing 767s, with its first of ten 787-9 aircraft due to roll off the…

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June 20, 2013: The Opera House announces Danish Royals as Patrons of 40th Anniversary Celebrations

Denmark’s Crown Prince Couple, HRH Crown Prince Frederik and HRH Crown Princess Mary are to visit Sydney as patrons of the Opera House’s 40th birthday milestone in October. Sydney – Thursday, 20 June 2013 – NSW Deputy Premier and Minister for Trade & Investment, Andrew Stoner, today…

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June 19, 2013: Hamilton Island Welcomes Direct Virgin Australia Services from Melbourne

19 June 2013: Hamilton Island welcomes the launch of direct Virgin Australia services from Melbourne. Placing the beauty of Hamilton Island and the Great Barrier Reef in convenient reach for more travellers, Hamilton Island expects this increased flight capacity will lead to Melbourne overtaking…

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June 18, 2013: Complimentary Chauffer Drive for Qantas First and Business Customers

Complimentary to customers in First & Business - Los Angeles and Dallas/Fort Worth starts July 01, 2013. Start your journey with the luxury of a chauffeured transfer.  Our chauffeurs can be waiting for you when you arrive at your destination and return you to the airport for your flight…

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June 13, 2013: Sydney Set for Major League Baseball

Sydney will host the Opening Series of 2014 Major League Baseball between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Opening Series signals the beginning of the Major Baseball League series, and has only been played outside the United States six times, including four series in…

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June 11, 2013: Novotel Christchurch Re-opening

In September, Novotel Christchurch will re-open on Cathedral Square, it will play a key role in the city’s revival. Only just over a year old when the earthquake hit, the Novotel will offer even newer facilities, as well as some of the best views over the city and surrounds. The Novotel will…

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June 09, 2013: New Premium Lounge at Sydney Airport

Sydney Airport will soon have a new lounge for first and business class passengers. Australia’s SkyTeam members are coming together to open a SkyTeam branded lounge by the end of 2013. Rather than belonging to a specific airline, the lounge will be open to business and first class travellers on…

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June 06, 2013: Goodbye Air Pacific . . . Hello Fiji Airways

Air Pacific’s official changeover to Fiji Airways to take place on Thursday 27th June 2013 Wednesday, June 5 – NADI: Air Pacific has today announced it will change its name and start trading as ‘Fiji Airways’ on Thursday 27th June. Returning to its 1958 name, the switch-over marks another…

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May 24, 2013: 5th Annual VIVID Sydney Festival opened

The Fifth annual VIVID Sydney Festival opened last night with a spectacular light and music displays across the city. The festival runs May 24 - June 10, 2013 with nightly performances starting a 6:00pm each evening. Go to www.vividsydney.com for more images, time lapse video, event information…

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May 24, 2013: Australia’s Newest Luxury Lodge Makes Winners List

Cicada Lodge has been listed as one of the best new properties in the world, making the “2013 It List” in Travel & Leisure USA magazine – the annual editor’s choice awards of the best new hotels around the globe. “Cicada Lodge has only been officially opened since late March…

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May 16, 2013: Air New Zealand Releases Explorer Pass

Los Angeles, CA (May 16, 2013) - On June 1 Air New Zealand will launch its anticipated Air New Zealand Explorer Pass fare product. Designed to encourage visitors to New Zealand to explore more of the region, the pass makes travel within New Zealand and around the South Pacific easier and more…

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May 13, 2013: Longest ever Vivid Sydney Light Walk to delight families this winter!

From an illuminated, interactive floor linked to grand piano to a spectacular Australian-first water light show, Vivid Sydney’s Light Walk is set to delight families this winter – and it’s all free. Owned and managed by Destination NSW, the NSW Government’s tourism and major events agency,…

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May 09, 2013: Air New Zealand Enhances the Customer Experience for Travel to North America

Air New Zealand passengers can look forward to a better ground experience at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), including a much improved transit process. After a successful trial, U.S. Customs has approved a new transit system for Air New Zealand passengers arriving from Auckland or from…

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May 09, 2013: Major Milestone for Air New Zealand’s Boeing 787-9 Program

Los Angeles, CA (May 8, 2013) -  The first of Air New Zealand’s Boeing 787-9 aircraft to be constructed has achieved a major milestone this week with the arrival of the first major part of the new aircraft at Boeing’s Everett factory in Seattle three weeks ahead of schedule. The…

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May 08, 2013: Taronga Zoo Joins iVenture Card Australia

iVenture Card Australia is very excited to announce the inclusion of Taronga Zoo on the Sydney Attractions Pass. Taronga Zoo is one of Sydney’s major tourist attractions and home to over 3,600 animals. Just 12 minutes from the city by ferry, Taronga Zoo offers visitors iconic Australian…

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May 08, 2013: APT Touring Prices Locked in Until March 31, 2015.

Prices for APT tours to Australia and New Zealand featured in this years US brochure will be held for travel up to March 31, 2014, between now and the release of the new brochure released this fall.  Upon release of the new brochure, new prices will apply.  Regular Earlybird discounts…

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April 22, 2013: April 22, 2013: Air New Zealand increases North American capacity, improves ground experience at LAX

Los Angeles, CA (April 22, 2013) - Air New Zealand enhances the customer experience for travel to North America Air New Zealand passengers can look forward to a better ground experience at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), including a much improved transit process. After a successful…

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April 16, 2013: Virtually Underwater at Lady Elliot Island

Apr 16, 13 The launch of the new interactive Underwater Lady Elliot website allows internet users around the world to explore Lady Elliot Island both above and below the water using Google map technology overlayed with panoramic imagery. The Underwater Lady Elliot website, co-funded by the…

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April 16, 2013: PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport Wins at the World Airport Awards

Apr 16, 13 PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport has been named Best Airport Hotel Australia/Pacific for the second year running at the 2013 World Airport Awards. Now in its 14th year, the World Airport Awards recognises the leading airports and airport hotels globally. The World Airport Awards are managed…

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April 12, 2013: Air New Zealand takes travel to new heights with its first in-flight focus group

Los Angeles, CA (April 11, 2013) - Air New Zealand’s first in-flight focus group took to the skies April 9-10, with a panel of uber-frequent fliers onboard to find out how they handle long-haul flights with finesse.   The airline, known for liberating passengers from routine air…

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April 10, 2013: Air New Zealand wins global sustainable tourism award

10 April, 2013 (Los Angeles, CA) - Air New Zealand has taken top honours at the 2013 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards, recognizing sustainable tourism global best practice. The airline was named the winner in the Global Tourism Business category at the World Travel and Tourism Council’s (WTTC)…

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April 08, 2013: Qantas loyalty members to redeem points on Jetstar flights

Qantas Frequent Flyer program has unveiled a new Classic Award points option, which allows its members to redeem their points on Jetstar flights at a 20 percent discount. The expansion is available on up to 20 new Jetstar Classic Award destinations across Asia through the Jetstar Japan and Jetstar…

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March 22, 2013: Qantas Welcomes the Ellen Degeneres Show to Australia

Sydney, 22 March, 2013:    Qantas has welcomed The Ellen DeGeneres Show down under for a 6 day visit that is expected to boost the global profile of Australia as a great place to visit. Qantas has partnered with Australian company Swisse Wellness, which is bringing The Ellen DeGeneres…

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