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The new brand combines the convenience of escorted tours and the independence of FIT, with guaranteed departures on all tours, regardless of their size.

Troy Ackerman’s sudden departure follows that of Wendy Wu Tours global CEO Joe Karbo in July last year.

The first creditors meeting about the collapse of Excite Holidays has revealed the wholesaler’s debt is estimated to be up to $35.1 million, and the news gets worse.

The iconic travel publisher has teamed up with Intrepid Travel to “bring its guide books to life”. We’re not sure if that means the tours will be led by giant talking books.

Still feeling like you’ve been left in the dark following the closure of Excite Holidays? Find some respite here.

Start your week right by getting the jump on all the latest deals, updates and pretty pictures from your favourite wholesalers, best served with a triple-shot long black and half a tube of Berocca.

Jayson Westbury says he is committed to uncovering the truth about the collapse of Excite Holidays, which has left many agents and their clients in limbo.

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Further details on the wholesaler’s collapse have been revealed, while affected agents finally get some answers to their questions.

Travel Weekly understands Intrepid’s office party planner has ordered dumplings, prawn toast and san choy bau from the local Chinese restaurant in celebration of this new deal.

If there is a silver lining of Excite Holidays’ collapse, it is the caringness and generosity of the travel industry towards agents and their clients in a time of need.