News in Brief: Friday May 3

News in Brief: Friday May 3
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The Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau will visit Melbourne for the first time ever next week, hosting an event to update the industry on developments in the destination.

The event will be held at the Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto from 6pm until 8pm. To register email dallasevents@kentmarketing.com.au.

 

Hotel firm Mantra has reported a 40% rise in online campaign conversions since implementing online engagement solution, LivePerson .

Mantra is the first accommodation provider in Australia and New Zealand to implement the tool, which includes features live chat and content targeting.

 

International Rail has urged agents to book newly available low fares for Trenitalia's Italian rail services in advance due to high demand for certain sectors.

Rail Europe announced the new direct link giving the Australian market access to a range of low advance purchase fares earlier this week.

Tauck has revealed its two new riverboats to be launched on European waterways next year, will feature 57% more suites thank its existing Jewel Class vessels.

The ms Savor and ms Inspire will each have 22 suites at 300 square feet each.

Email the Travel Weekly team at traveldesk@travelweekly.com.au

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