News in Brief: Monday April 8

News in Brief: Monday April 8
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Garuda Indonesia has doubled its income year on year, rising from US$72.7 million in 2011 to US$145.4 million in 2012.

“We are seeing a rapid increase in passenger numbers due to the ongoing increase in flight frequencies, and the introduction of more convenient and direct services for the passengers in this region," Garuda Indonesia Australia vice president Bagus Y. Siregar said.

 

Insight Vacations has confirmed that all departures of its luxury Gold itineraries in the 2013 Europe and Britain brochure are now definite.

The operator's offer of discounts of up to 5% on the program is still valid for bookings paid in full by April 30.

 

Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is targeting Sydney’s commuters with a new marketing campaign in the city’s Town Hall station. 

The colourful “Hong Kong: Asia’s World City” branding showcases the destination’s year-round calendar of events and festivals, including the Summer Spectacular from June 21 to August 31, and the Dragon Boat Carnival from June 21 to 23.

 

Peregrine is discounting its range of trips by 10% off trips until May 3 for travel by December 31. The deal excludes Polar, Peregrine Reserve and extensions.

 

Hilton Surfers Paradise has launched a national survey to gain feedback from children on their ideal holiday experience in order to better cater to the family market.

The 10 question survey is available online until May 31 here .

 

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

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