We welcome all people to enjoy our Agent Wrap, and even went cheese-free for the lactose intolerant types.

VIRTUOSO TRAVEL WEEK TRAINING SETS A NEW RECORD 

International luxury travel network Virtuoso has gathered some of the industry’s brightest lights to share their wisdom with the network’s advisors during Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas.

On Sunday, August 13, Virtuoso’s award-winning professional development program will offer sessions on 24 topics to help thousands of advisors develop their expertise, sharpen their competitive edge, and increase sales.

The roster of expert speakers, including members of the media, consultants, partner executives and agency owners and managers, will present on topics as varied as increasing productivity to culinary travel trends to attracting new clients.

Virtuoso is expecting a strong turnout for the eagerly anticipated sessions Sunday, with more than 5,000 classes to be taken by attendees, a 26 percent increase over last year.

Sarah Jessica Parker joined more than 5,600 travel industry professionals, including 120 APAC advisors, at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas this week to launch luxury travel’s equivalent of ‘Fashion Week’.

The star, who also launched her first stand alone shoe store in the Hotel on Sunday, addressed the opening ceremony along with international model, Rachel Hunter.

Virtuoso APAC Managing Director, Michael Londregan said there was no coincidence these two fashion icons were putting their support behind the luxury travel industry.

“Everyone knows New York Fashion Week and what we are starting to see is the concept around luxury and lifestyle is also extending very much into travel,” he said from Las Vegas.

Riviera Travel hosts travel industry famil ahead of Australian showcase

Sam Patton left and Madeline Bielak in France

Riviera Travel has hosted its first Australian travel industry famil on its European river ships as part of the company’s first foray into the booming Australian river cruise market.

Riviera Travel’s Sales Manager for Australia, Shelley Davey, based in the UK, will also visit Australia this month to host a booth at the CLIA Cruise 360 Australasia Conference in Sydney on August 25 as well as a CLIA webinar on August 30 and also meet local wholesalers and travel agents.

Joining the recent, seven-day famil on the Rhone River in France aboard Riviera Travel’s five-star river ship, Lord Byron, was a three-person team from wholesaler, Cruise Traveller, which helps distribute Riviera Travel product in Australia. The lucky trio to experience Riviera’s Burgundy, River Rhone and Provence cruise were Product Manager, Sam Patton, Business Development Manager, Karen Revelle, and Travel Consultant Madeline Bielak.

Sam said the Cruise Traveller team was impressed by their first-hand experience, which would help the group market and sell Riviera Travel’s extensive range of European river cruises in Australia.

“The Lord Byron is a beautiful ship with friendly staff and we loved the Rhone – such pretty countryside with charming locals everywhere we went,” said Sam. “But what impressed us the most was the price point, with Riviera’s fares up to 50 per cent lower than those charged by other river companies – and yet there was no compromise on the product quality.

More than 100 dead in Nepali Floods and Landslides Relief Packages Urgently Needed

Flash floods and landslides, triggered by heavy rainfall, have swept across the southern plains of Nepal. More than 100 people are confirmed dead. Others are still missing. The Nepali government estimates that 60,000 families are displaced because their homes are under water.

People affected by leprosy, disability and poverty are especially vulnerable following disasters. They are often forgotten and excluded in immediate responses and relief efforts. Relief packages are urgently needed.

The Leprosy Mission is in the first phase of organising relief. Now calling for donations by the Australian public for the next two weeks, they aim to fund 250 Relief Packages. These will include emergency food items, tarpaulins, utensils and medical items and services.

To deliver one Relief Package costs approximately AU$160. It will provide a vulnerable community with safe shelter and enough medicine and food to survive the immediate aftermath of this disaster.

The Leprosy Mission currently operates projects in the affected regions of Rautahat, Ramechhap and Chitwan and is well-placed to carry out a relief program.

You can help provide those in need with safe shelter, medicine and food to support vulnerable families—those affected by leprosy, disability and poverty.

GIVE NOW to help a community. Or share this need with your friends.

Provide a Relief Package by donating by August 31 via phone on 1800 LEPROSY (1800 537 767) or online: https://chuffed.org/project/250-relief-packages-for-nepal

If more than the intended target of $40,000 for 250 relief packages is raised, donations will provide additional relief packages to those affected. The Leprosy Mission team in Nepal are planning to deliver at least 700 relief packages.

All gifts $2 and over to The Leprosy Mission Australia are tax deductable.

Updates on this disaster and your relief efforts will be documented on The Leprosy Mission Australia’s KIT blog at leprosymission.org.au/kit

Personal Induction and Ongoing Support a Winner with PTM Recruits

All smiles as PTM class of July graduates – from left sitting: Sarah Segal, Erin Oliver, Katrina Hermiston, Jodi Morrow and, standing: Terri Dillon, Nina Hastings, Chris Ezzy

TravelManagers is a company who values the importance of supporting new recruits by offering an intensive and all-inclusive induction programme that includes training and personal support in all aspects of the business starting from day one.

For newly recruited personal travel managers (PTMs) who join from other travel organisations, getting used to new systems, processes and technology can often be daunting and potentially frustrating but for PTM Michelle McKay representative for Camden Park in South Australia, the induction process proved to be a real winner in more ways than one.

“Induction week in Sydney was great! Draining and definitely ‘brain-stretching’ but great. The national partnership office (NPO) team are absolutely amazing, and I don’t think I have ever been in such an encouraging and helpful environment before.

“Everyone was so warm and welcoming, which helps with the fear factor of starting your own business. Also, super pleased to have had the chance to meet Annabelle my fellow inductee, and have another Adelaide girl to bounce off throughout training. I think I’ve made a friend for life.”

An overriding response from the new recruited personal travel managers was they value the relationships built as well as the practical training sessions and thought provoking interactive discussion that was achieved through face-to-face training.

For McKay, the induction process helped to allay some initial nervousness.

“I’ve never done anything like this before and I was concerned I would have some trouble drumming up initial business. I still have some nerves but after the initial training I came out feeling incredibly supported by the team, and knowing there is always someone to ask for help is incredibly important to me.”

Aussie Boomer Patty Mills visits Helloworld Travel 

Pictured: Wendy Jack and Wendy Edwards from Helloworld Travel Belconnen with Patty Mills.

Helloworld Travel and American Airlines have partnered with Australian and NBA Basketball player Patrick “Patty” Mills to give away a trip of a lifetime to one lucky family, flying American Airlines to the USA to watch an NBA game and have a meet and greet experience with Patty.

Patty was in Australia recently for the national launch his new Children’s book “Game Day!” exploring the experiences of the life of a sporty kid including hopes, dreams, triumphs and disappointments.

While in the country, Patty dropped into Helloworld Travel Belconnen to teach the staff some shooting tips and present them with a signed copy of “Game Day!”.

Helloworld Travel also helped to facilitate a special moment on Patty’s Sydney visit in collaboration with the Make a Wish Foundation. A Basketball loving family had a special meet and greet with Patty, followed by a skills clinic, some photos and signed memorabilia.

Patty will return to Australia for next year’s Commonwealth Games with the Australian Boomers on the Gold Coast. Helloworld Travel are a major partner of Basketball Australia and the Australian Boomers.

50 Degrees North has some final spots for 2017 available

50 Degrees North has limited spots now available on their exclusive Scandinavian Christmas programs for 2017. Escorted tours with cabins available due to last minute cancellations include the Lapland Winter Magic, Christmas Adventure in Swedish Lapland and one KELO cabin at Kakslauttanen Glass Igloos on the Santa, Elves and Glass Igloos tour.

These three tours are all escorted by one of our Scandinavian staff members, including our Norwegian Director, Tietse Stelma.

Adult only options staying at boutique lodges high above the Arctic Circle, designed for optimum Northern Lights viewing, are still available. Our Christmas Wilderness Hideaway, a short drive away from the popular and busy Rovaniemi offers clients a private retreat after a visit to Santa’s village.

Alternatively, if 2017 is too soon, look at our exclusive range of Scandinavian Christmas and New Years tours for 2018 and waitlist now.

Switzerland Travel Academy Winners Announced

Switzerland Tourism has announced the winners of the Switzerland Travel Academy for 2017 with 12 lucky agents looking forward to experiencing the Alpine country in September.

The winners include MTA Debra Andrews; Trixie Kennedy from Qantas Holidays; Tina Backer from CPE Travel; Jennifer Phillips and Courteney Gast from Helloworld; Madelaine Stangewitz from Phil Hoffman; Karryn Bartlett, Karen Doyle and Rosemary Febo from Travel Managers;  Amy Wilson and Erin Sykora from Escape Travel; and Michelle Harvey from CFS Travel Globetrotting.

Escorted by Director of Switzerland Tourism AU&NZ, Mark Wettstein, the group will be on a fun-filled week long famil to Switzerland where they will visit some of the country’s most iconic and naturally Instagram-worthy destinations, experience myriad products on offer in terms of the Swiss nature, cities, adventure, cultures, history, cuisine and of course, the local transportation system.

To learn more about Switzerland, agents can head to https://australia.switzerlandtravelacademy.ch.

TRAFALGAR TREATS TOP PERFORMING AGENTS ON THE 2017 ACCLAIM ACHIEVERS TRIP

Trafalgar’s top performing agents have just returned from the 2017 Acclaim Achievers trip in vibrant South America with more than a few stories, Samba sessions and selling tips up their sleeves!

Rewarded for their ongoing support to Trafalgar, these dedicated agents were greeted in Buenos Aires by their entertaining and engaging Travel Director, Rodrigo; followed by traditional cuisine with time to explore the colourful neighbourhoods and lively South American culture.

The group also visited the site of one of the Seven Wonders of the World, explored the stunning Iguassu Falls with a Local Specialist and marveled at the sizzling capital of Buenos Aires, renowned for its fine dining, designer boutiques and modern theatres.

CROATIAN SPECIAL JOURNEYS EXPAND FOR 2018

Croatia specialist, Beyond Travel, has just released its largest collection to date of exclusive Croatian Special Journeys for 2018, after a sell-out season this year. All itineraries come with an Earlybird offer of either Discover More Travel Vouchers or savings when booked and deposited by October 31 or December 29, 2017.

Due to a growth in demand, there has been an increase of 11 departures across the range over these cruise tours, with forward bookings already showing a 100 per cent increase on 2016 to 2017, according to general manager of sales and marketing Mr Bryce Crampton.

Crampton said that although Croatia as a whole has seen substantial growth, it was the popularity of the ‘Special Journey’s’ that prompted them to almost double departures across the range for 2018.

Adding, “These interesting itineraries have been designed to show case the best travel options by land and by sea. The brochure format has also been modernised with improved ship presentation and new benefits and inclusion boxes as easy reference points for agents and their clients.

These unique small group tours have been carefully designed to offer Australian travellers an insight to lesser travelled regions of the world by combining areas of natural beauty and National Parks with in-depth guided tours and a focus on authentic local experiences.

Agents have seen increased interest due to the Special Journeys including guaranteed departure dates as well as offering more personalised inclusions not found on standard tours.

Included in these increases are the 12 departures scheduled for the popular deluxe eight-day ‘Best of Dalmatia’ cruise from Dubrovnik to Split (or reserve) on board the privately chartered MS Equator, which was newly built and launched  for the 2017 season, with some departures utilising the 2018 launched MS San Antonio ship. It offers outstanding value at $2695 per person twin share.

Early bird deal for 2018 Venice Carnivale

History, intricate costumes and iconic Vancian masks; Venice Carnivale is one of the world’s most celebrated carnivals and for good reason.

Once a pillar of culture in Venice, the Venetian mask was used to hide ones’ identity in order to indulge in forbidden liberties or separate themselves from restrictions within class, religion or gender.  However, in 1979 the use of masks was outlawed and forbidden.

Gradually the tradition reappeared at the direction of the Italian government’s wish to reinstate this unique history and culture of Venice. Today, the carnival is celebrated with a month of activities and attended by approximately 3 million visitors.

During the celebration, both locals and visitors fill the streets in grand costumes, some watching from the sidelines behind expressionless masks; a display that is hauntingly beautiful. There are also a number of masquerade balls, if you are lucky enough to obtain an invite, where guests step back in time.

One of the most iconic events to the carnival is the contest for the most beautiful mask, which is judged by fashion designers from around the world. Additionally, don’t miss the ‘Flight of the Angel’ where an artist makes his decent from St. Mark’s Bell Tower to the Doge’s Palace while suspended in air. This has been adapted from the 16^th century when a Turkish acrobat walked on a rope the same route from a boat tied in Riva degli Schiavoni.

To experience the Carnival, Tempo Holidays have released a number of themed packages including a 10% off early bird offer. Venice Carnivale – Carnival Extravagance Masked Ball is a 3 day package over 8-11 Feb 2018 that includes tickets for Carnival Extravagance Masked Ball, Venice sightseeing tour and Gondola ride, and breakfast daily. Prices now start from A$2750//NZ$2940 per person.

Other packages include Venice Carnivale – Ballo Tiepolo (The Grand Venetian Ball), Venice Carnivale – Minuetto at the Ridotto and Venice Carnivale – Last Waltz in Venice; all with costume hire included.

Experience the new Broadway musical hit with Qantas Holidays and Broadway Inbound

Come From Away, which officially opened to sell-out shows in March this year, takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Directed by Tony Award winner Christopher Ashley, Come From Away has consistently achieved sellout shows since opening.

Qantas Holidays and Broadway Inbound are offering Australian travellers the opportunity to see Come From Away in New York with packages starting at AUD$829*.

Qantas Holidays and Broadway Inbound are offering accommodation and show packages starting from AUD$829* per person twin share including three nights at Stewart Hotel in a superior room and Orchestra Side Row or Mezzanine Ticket to Come From Away – the Musical at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, New York.

Upgrade to Orchestra Tickets* from $75* per person or accommodation at Novotel New York Times Square from AUD$879*. On sale until 30 September, 2017, unless sold out prior. For more information or to book call 1300 443 485 or visit https://packages.qantas.com .

Upgrade in 2018 at Travelmarvel Information Sessions

This month, Travelmarvel are showcasing their amazing 2018 journeys at  free Information Sessions across the Eastern Seaboard, designed to bring its portfolio of premium holidays to life for prospective clients while also generating increased sales for travel agents.

At each event, Travelmarvel’s team of knowledgeable experts will showcase a wide range of destinations and travel styles, from river cruising in Europe and Asia to land touring in Canada and Alaska. Travelmarvel’s portfolio of premium escorted journeys will be covered in depth at a number of seminars held over the day.

The Information Sessions provide exclusive offers for attendees who book during or immediately after the event. Client bookings made on the day are transferred back their Travel Agent, or clients can take their Information Session discount voucher in store to book with their preferred travel agency. In addition, Travelmarvel also refers clients who may not have a travel agent to a preferred agency in their area.

Deals on the day include a new upgrade offer on the European Gems river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest, where you can upgrade to a French Balcony Stateroom from $995 per person, plus fly free to Europe. The 15 day tour with the upgrade starts from $6,990 per person, twin share.

Spaces are limited so registrations are essential. Agents should register their clients listing their agency details so that Travelmavel can ensure bookings are made in their agency name.

INFORMATION SESSIONS:

Sydney

When: Tuesday 22nd August
Where: Radisson Blu Plaza, 27 O’Connell St, Sydney
Time: Doors open 9am last session finishes at 5pm. Sessions run multiple times throughout the day.

Melbourne

When: Thursday 24^th August
Where: RACV City Club, 501 Bourke St, Melbourne
Time: Doors open 9am last session finishes at 5pm. Sessions run multiple times throughout the day.

Brisbane

When: Tuesday 29^th August
Where: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Cnr Merivale and Glenelg Streets, Brisbane
Time: Doors open 9am last session finishes at 5pm. Sessions run multiple times throughout the day.

Sunshine Coast

When: Thursday 31^st August
Where: Maroochy RSL, Memorial Ave, Maroochydore
Time: Doors open 9am last session finishes at 4pm. Sessions run multiple times throughout the day.

Adelaide

When: Tuesday 5^th September
Where: Ayers House Adelaide, 288 North Terrace, Adelaide
Time: Doors open 9am last session finishes at 5pm. Sessions run multiple times throughout the day.

To register and find out more, visit www.travelmarvel.com.au/infosession

New Flinders Ranges three night Odysseys Tour

Discover the spectacular and rugged scenery of Wilpena Pound and the magnificent Flinders Ranges, the largest mountain range in South Australia, on Flinders Ranges Odysseys’ new four day/three night Flinders Ranges Outback Tour beginning on September 17^th 2017.

The four-Day Flinders Ranges Outback Tour includes all meals, touring and accommodation and will operate every two weeks departing from Adelaide on a Friday or Sunday.

Guests will explore the Flinders Ranges in luxury air-conditioned Mercedes Benz vehicles, in small groups of up to only eight people, accompanied by a personal local tour guide.

Accommodation is at the award-winning Rawnsley Park Station for two nights and one night at the famous Prairie Hotel.

Rawnsley Park Station is located on the southern-side of Wilpena Pound, a magnificent natural amphitheatre and the centrepiece of Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, providing the perfect base for exploring South Australia’s beautiful Flinders Ranges.  Stay in luxurious Eco Villas or one-bedroom Holiday Units.

The Prairie Hotel at Parachilna is an oasis on the cusp of the rugged Flinders Ranges east-side, and desert plains west-side, sweeping toward Lake Torrens. Step into a haven of character, charm, creature comforts, country hospitality and great food.

The four-Day Flinders Ranges Outback Tour starts from $3184 per person and includes all accommodation, meals, morning pick-up and evening set-down at selected Adelaide CBD hotels, personalised touring, expert commentary from a local driver/guide, all entrance fees and special permits and all activities.

Tours operate every two weeks from September 17^th, 2017 departing from Adelaide on a Friday or Sunday.

Discover these Top Five North American Island Escapes with Collette!

Very few travellers think of North America as an island escape destination, but Collette has announced its top five picks to surprise and enchant travellers and show them that when it comes to the perfect guided holiday, there is an ocean of possibilities.

Ideal for the first and second time visitor, these islands include some destinations made famous by films and television shows, as well as being popular holiday spots for American Presidents.

1.    Islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket
From exploring exquisite coastline to marvelling at mansions, Collette’s Islands of New England tour has something for every traveller. Guests on this 7-day itinerary will have the chance to walk in the footsteps of America’s Presidents, artists, writers and celebrities with a ferry ride to famous Martha’s Vineyard.

2.    Bay of Islands
Nature lovers will be in their element with Collette’s 12-day Newfoundland and Labrador Discovery tour.

3.    Cape Breton Island, Prince Edward Island, Oak Island
Collette’s 11-day Maritime Coastal Wonders tour begins in Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia province coined ‘Canada’s Maritimes’, celebrated for its rugged and pristine beauty and fun-loving Acadian and Gaelic culture.

4.    Mackinac Island 
After three nights getting familiar with ‘the Windy City’ of Chicago, travellers board a ferry to Mackinac Island; a place where the neighs and clip-clops of horses replace the roar of engines and the accommodation is two nights nestled in the glorious Victorian-era Grand Hotel.

5.    Jekyll Island and St. Simons Island 
Collette’s 7-day Southern Charm itinerary offers travellers a window into the past, with the chance to soak up some Southern hospitality in Georgia and South Carolina.

The Most Instagrammable Job in the World

What if your job title was “The Most Instagrammable Job in the World”? Sounds like a dream?

kimkim.com is making this possible for its next travel specialist. The successful applicant will travel for one year and work in four postcard worthy locations: Iceland, Nepal, Peru, and Italy.

Imagine ticking the Northern Lights, Mount Everest, Machu Picchu and Cinque Terre off your bucket list in 12 months, all whilst being paid.

The exciting role includes developing travel itineraries, creating travel content, recruiting local experts, partnering with local businesses and helping millions of people achieve unforgettable travel experiences. The applicant will also be expected to immerse themselves in the culture and live like a local in the four locations to truly discover what they have to offer, living up to the kimkim ethos.

Those who believe this is the answer to their wanderlust can complete an application form online. Applications close 4th September 2017.

kimkim.com is a new marketplace of travel specialists based in destinations all over the world, creating bespoke travel itineraries for travellers who want to explore off the beaten track.

 AUSTRALIA TO COMPETE IN MACAO EVENT 

Australia is set the light the fuse on a highly-charged international challenge involving nine other countries.

For the 29th year, the night’s sky over Macao will light up into a kaleidoscope of colours as the Asian city celebrates its prestigious International Fireworks Display Contest.

And among the teams exclusively invited to compete at this September’s festival is Cardile Fireworks, a family-owned Western Australian pyrotechnical company with a track record dating back four generations.

As in previous years, the 2017 contest – adjacent to the 338-metre high Macau Tower – will be held each Saturday evening in September (2,9,16 and 23) with the fiery grand finale on Saturday, October 1.

Other countries to compete for the annual crown are Austria, UK, France, Japan, the Philippines, Germany, Italy, Portugal and China.

This year’s Macao spectacle will once again be orchestrated to music and laser beams, allow for a range of stunning multimedia pyrotechnic performances. In addition to the Saturday evening fireworks, the festival will bring together a series of vibrant entertainment performances, fun-filled games and tasty dining opportunities.

TTC Weekly deals

Companion stays free

When your clients book a 3-night stay at Explore En Rapa Nui, Easter Island with Adventure World before 1 February 2018 their travel companion stays for free! Known for its award-winning architecture, the Explora Rapa Nui hotel blends the island’s unique geography and heritage with its vibrant presence. The hotel has 30 guest rooms, a swimming pool, open air jacuzzis and daily explorations to reveal the secrets and beauty of the island.

With over 20 explorations at different levels, all have strong cultural and archaeological overtones, and are led by an expert bilingual local guide. Priced from $4,448 per person (second traveller free), which includes 3 nights’ accommodation in Vanua Room, all meals and beverages, daily explorations, transfers and more! Available for departure between August 2017 – 28 February 2018. For more information and full terms and conditions visit Adventure World at www.adventureworld.com call 1300 363 055 *Conditions and blackout dates apply

Aegean Adventure

There’s still time to secure your clients a SAVING of up to 15% OFF Busabout’s select 2018 European departures at 2017 prices when they book before 11 September 2017.  Travellers wanting to dip their toes in the soothing waters of the Mediterranean and encompass the eye opening wonders of Turkey can save $184 off per person when they book the 8-day Turkey Aegean Adventure with Busabout.

Priced from $1,044 per person twin share (including discount) including the Busabout crew, 7 nights’ accommodation (multi share, combination of hostel, sail, motel and treehouse), 12 meals, tours of Gallipoli and the ancient cities of Ephesus and Troy, and more!

Available for any 2018 departure. To book quote promocode PREVIEW18.  For more information and a range of other European and Asian trips on sale visit http://www.busabout.com/ or call 1300 287 226

Spontaneous NZ

Encourage spontaneity! Now’s your chance to book in a last-minute holiday with AAT Kings. Guests of AAT Kings can SAVE UP TO $1,224 per couple when they book the 15-day New Zealand Splendour Guided Holiday before 31 August 2017.  Your clients will travel from Auckland to Christchurch, venture down into the depths of a glowworm grotto, experience the fun and frivolity of a sing-along on a cruise in Queenstown, then fall asleep to the sound of waves crashing on the beach outside your hotel in Punakaiki.

This package includes an experienced Travel Director & Driver Guide, quality accommodation, travel in luxury coach, airport transfers, and more! Priced from $5,513 per person twin share (including last-minute saving) and available on select departures 10, 24, 31 October 2017 and 5 & 26 December 2017 (subject to availability). For more information or to book call 1300 556 100 or visit aatkings.com

Red Hot Deal to Rome

Get in quick with Insight Vacations Red Hot Deals and continue to lock in savings for your clients this August. They’ll save up to $505* per person when they book the 12-day Road to Rome from London through France, Switzerland, Austria and Italy, and pay in full before 31 August 2017. This winter journey includes grand views from the Eiffel Tower, taking in the pristine Swiss Mountain air and the art of Renaissance Florence.

Priced from $3,720 per person twin share (including red hot discount) available for select departure 7 November 2017 (other departures available for alternative price). For full terms and conditions visit insightvacations.com or call 1300 727 767.​

True Southern style

Trafalgar is offering flights for $699 return to USA, Canada and Mexico for just a few more weeks book a guided holiday from the 2018 USA and Canada program before 28 August 2017! Guests can pair this airfare with the 10-day Tastes and Sounds of the South lyrical pilgrimage through Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans. This week the world remembers Elvis Presley and the 40th anniversary of his death.

On this trip guests of Trafalgar will visit Graceland, a tribute to Elvis, a man who changed the face of American music and culture. Priced $4,095 per person twin share. PLUS fly for just $699 return airfare with American Airlines, reflective of departure dates available on 9th May – 12 September 2018 (other departures available for alternate price for select flight departure dates).

For more information or a further selection of Trafalgar’s authentic, fun and effortless guided holidays visit www.trafalgar.com or call Trafalgar on 1800 002 006(toll-free).*conditions apply.

Hungry for Adventure

Contiki’s last minute Asia August sale has now been extended to include departures on or before 31 March 2018. Your clients have until 31 August 2017 to SAVE 10% off any 2017/18 Asia departure with Contiki. Travellers can save from $133* off the 10-day Vietnam Highlights trip, where they’ll experience the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi, relax and soak up the rays on a beach in Nha Trang, hit Hoi An by bike & chill out in the amazing scenery of Hue.

Topping it all off boarding a traditional junk boat on Halong Bay for an overnight cruise passing coves, cliffs and beaches, discovering amazing limestone formations. It’s the perfect way to taste Vietnam in a short amount of time! Priced at $1,762 *per person (including discount) and available for travel between 22 August 2017 – 31 March 2018. For more information visit www.contiki.com or phone 1300 266 845. *Conditions Apply)

Glowworm Caves

Your clients can receive a FREE BEVERAGE package onboard when they book Creative Cruising’s 13-night Hobbiton, Glowworm Caves and Fiords cruise package before 31 August 2017. This package includes a one-way economy class airfare to Auckland flying Air New Zealand, 3-night pre-cruise accommodation in Auckland, Waitomo Glowworm Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set Tour, a 10-night cruise onboard Norwegian Jewel from Auckland to Sydney sailing through Wellington and Milford Sound, main meals and entertainment onboard the cruise and more!

Priced from $3,229*per person (departing Melbourne, other departing cities for alternate price. Domestic flight from Sydney post-cruise not included.) Cruise departs 31 January 2018. *Conditions apply. Please visit www.creativecruising.com.au or phone 1300 362 599 for more information.

Holiday Markets

With less than 2 weeks left on this last-minute offer, start your countdown to Christmas and spread the holiday spirit! Ensure your clients enjoy a saving of 25% off when they book a select 2017 European or Holiday Season voyage with Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection before 31 August 2017. Guests of Uniworld can save $1,150 per person when they book the 8- day European Holiday Markets river cruise from Nuremberg to Vienna.

On this river cruise guests will make their way to Nuremberg’s famous Christkindlesmarket, the largest in Germany, with more than 200 wooden stalls against the medieval city walls selling handcrafted gifts and delicacies. Including 6- days of captivating escorted excursions, a 7-night river cruise in a Riverview stateroom onboard the River Princess, all meals and unlimited beverages and more!

Priced from A$3,449 per person twin share (including saving) departing 7th December 2017 (other departures available, price may vary). For more information call 1300 780 231.