Big Fat Wholesaler Wrap
If there’s one thing we love on a Monday, it’s a delightful and informative Wholesaler Wrap. And the promise of a self-imposed early mark.
Anthony Horth Photographer’s Mother Earth Kimberley Exhibition to be held at Emirates Palace Hotel Abu Dhabi
Anthony Horth, highly regarded as one of Australia’s most successful fashion and landscape photographers with a career spanning 35 years and three continents will exhibit his newest photography series, Mother Earth Kimberley in Abu Dhabi in December.
Three specially selected prints from the upcoming exhibition were showcased at Rio Tinto’s exclusive preview of its 2017 Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender event held recently in New York.
Horth travelled to the East Kimberley region of Western Australia, the home of Rio Tinto’s Argyle Mine at their exclusive invitation, to capture the beauty and magic of the outback in this remote area. Over the course of three years and three journeys to the region, Anthony has created an emotive portfolio of limited edition classic Australian landscapes inspired by the Barramundi Dreaming story of the local indigenous people.
The Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi will open its doors from the 2- 15 of December 2017 to showcase the Mother Earth Kimberley exhibition.
Immerse yourself in the wonders of India with Adventure World’s 2018 Preview Collection
Adventure World is thrilled to launch its 2018 India Preview Collection, giving travellers the opportunity to visit lesser known temple complexes, stay in spectacular heritage properties and former Maharaja’s palaces. Included in the preview collection are seven brand new itineraries, where travellers will experience the vibrancy and diversity of India’s amazing culture as they explore by rail, on foot and by private vehicle.
The new Taj and Tigers 10-day itinerary will see guests head out on a safari to visit the 250-year-old Keoladeo Bird sanctuary and search for tigers in the world famous Ranthambore National Park.
Whilst travellers on the much-anticipated Snapshots of India Photography itinerary will learn the art of capturing India’s many intricate forms – from its legendary cities, opulent palaces, bustling temples, to its jungle and deserts. Also new is the extremely unique Snow Leopards Expedition, taking travellers to the foothills of the Himalaya where they’ll search for wildlife, in particularly the elusive snow leopard of course.
10 days to go on Topdeck’s USA & Canada & Europe pre-release offers
The countdown is on – only 10 days left for Topdeck’s USA & Canada Early Bird and Europe Pre-release 2018 sales! Now is the last chance to lock in some sweet deals for next year, both offers ending 31 August.
Kicking off on July 4, Topdeck launched their 10 per cent Early Bird or $799 return flights to L.A flying Virgin Australia offers on USA & Canada trips. With savings of up to $740 on their 26 Day West Coast Cruiser Trip – don’t miss out on some cracking savings!
Over the next 10 days it will also be the last chance to lock in 2018 Europe trips at 2017 prices, with an extra 15 per cent off! Over the last couple of months, Topdeck has seen great success in pre-release sales, and with savings of up to $1319, get in quick to score a great deal.
Tempo debut new Greece Signature package
Tempo Holidays have announced the inclusion of a new Signature package which has travellers journeying to the sun-filled islands of Greece.
Consisting of superior accommodation, comprehensive sightseeing and unique, added extras to suit the requirements of the Signature range, this independent package ticks all the boxes.
Explore whitewashed villages overlooking turquoise oceans, sink your toes into the warm sands of golden beaches tucked away in hidden bays, and trek through archaeological sites.
This journey begins in mainland Greece, Athens. Visit the many archaeological sites here before making your way to the iconic Greek Islands, Mykonos and Santorini, each with their own unique flair as travellers will discover.
Free day on BritRail with International Rail
Agents can offer clients a free travel day on selected BritRail passes when purchased through dedicated rail specialist International Rail before September 18.
The bonus is available on BritRail’s most popular passes: the BritRail FlexiPass, BritRail Consecutive Pass, BritRail England FlexiPass, BritRail England Consecutive Pass and the Britrail Euro England consecutive and Flexipass, in either first or standard class and cost from $66 per day in second class.
BritRail marries well with all types of UK holidays, once you have explored downtown London, you can travel on any train travelling throughout England, Scotland and Wales. The biggest attraction of this rail pass is you can hop on and off the trains at your leisure, so you have the choice to stay an extra night in a city you love or extend your trip to that extra destination.
Penguins of Antarctica
Although there are 18 species of penguin in the world, only 7 live in or around Antarctica. These adorable looking birds vary in size and markings although they all have the ‘tuxedo’ black and white feathers. With this colouring, when swimming through the water from below they look like the light surface of the water, while from the sky, they blend with the darker colour of the sea.
Bentours offers a number of packages that will take you on an expedition cruise to incredible Antarctica and the surrounding islands, where you can discover these seabirds for yourself.
These include the Adélie Penguin, Emperor Penguin, Gentoo Penguin, Chinstrap Penguin, Macaroni Penguin, Rockhopper Penguin and King Penguin.
Intrepid’s deal of the week: Las Vegas to Los Angeles
Intrepid Travel is offering great deals on a range of United States itineraries this week, including 25 per cent savings on a Las Vegas to Los Angeles tour taking in Yosemite National Park.
Qantas Holidays has launched an exciting Explore Canada Campaign featuring an exclusive incentive for Agents
Explore the Kimberley Region and Fly Free with APT
Last week leading tour operator APT launched their 2018 Kimberly Wilderness Adventures brochure with a bevy of early-bird Superdeals including Fly Free on selected tours.
The most popular tour, the 15-day Kimberley Complete provides an in-depth trip around remote and timelessly beautiful, ancient landscapes of Western Australia in small groups of only 20 guests.
The Kimberley Complete tour showcases the best of the region, guest can take an exhilarating helicopter ride over Mitchell Falls; with a drink in hand, savour a sensational sunset over the Bungle Bungle Range; uncover fascinating Wandjina and Bradshaw (Gwion Gwion) rock art; and soak in the thermal Zebedee Springs at El Questro Wilderness Park.
The 2018 itinerates also include an adventurous explorer’s option, with more hiking added to the Kimberley Active itinerary. Offering a true challenge on some of the remotest and most rugged hiking trails that the Kimberley has to offer.
Tempo’s top picks for Spain
Choose one, or all, of these top spots for your Spanish break! Spain is a country bursting at the seams with sites and marvels to see. From magnificent buildings to historic museums we outline the attractions that should be at the top of your sightseeing list.
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral
A feat of architectural splendour the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is simply stunning. Built upon the tomb of Saint James, the patron saint of Spain, after the tomb was discovered in 819 AD, this iconic landmark became the last stop on the pilgrims’ journey.
Known as the Way of St. James or Camino de Santiago, medieval pilgrims walked for months to arrive and lay their hands on the pillar inside the doorway, a practice still performed today. Parts of the cathedral date to 1060 and it is one of the finest Romanesque churches in Spain with its Baroque façade adding to its grandeur.
Museums of Madrid
Few cities can rival the sheer volume and quality of Madrid’s art scene, with iconic Spanish painters such as Picasso, Velázquez and Dalí, The Prado Museum, the Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Reina Sofia National Museum form the famous Art Triangle in Madrid and are located just a few metres from each other.
Begin at the Museo del Prado, Madrid’s best-known attraction and premier art gallery home to more than 7000 paintings. For 20th-century art continue on to the Reina Sofia Museum and be amazed by the star attraction – Picasso’s “Guernica”. Conclude by exploring the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum’s eclectic collection ranging from medieval to modern.
Alhambra
Described as a ‘pearl set in emeralds’ by Moorish poets, the astounding UNESCO listed Alhambra, meaning ‘the red one’ in Arabic, is a beautiful testament to Moorish culture and design. Located strategically overlooking the whole of Granada the initial Alcazar fortress has expanded out over the centuries to be a complex of breath-taking and intricate buildings, The Nasrid palaces are the jewels of the Alhambra.
Built for royalty they possess incredibly ornate stucco walls, beautiful tiling and wooden ceilings engraved with Arabic inscriptions and symbolic patterns. One of the most magnificent Islamic buildings in all of Europe, a visit here is not optional.
La Sagrada Familia
If you’re after truly impressive architecture then look no further than La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. World-renowned architect Antoni Gaudi designed this extravagant church, which is still under construction after more than 100 years. Gaudi was famous for his dislike of straight lines, preferring to take influence from nature.
Following his untimely death in 1926 the construction of the church was taken up by architect Francesco de Paula Villar, who seized the opportunity to express his religious and baroque characteristics. The elaborate and unique design has made La Sagrada Familia the most visited monument in all of Spain.
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