Cathay Pacific Asia, UK/Europe Fares

Cathay Pacific has Earlybird fares to Asia and UK/Europe priced from $1675 to Ho Chi Minh, and $2149 to Rome or Milan, for sales until 03 March. Earlybird fares are available to 39 destinations in China, for departures to 30 June; and to 60 European points for departures by 30 November.

We would like to remind you also, that Cathay Pacifics long-haul fleet has been recently refurbished, with Business Class seats that recline to a flat bed 'at the touch of a button' and economy seats which recline into a fixed shell. Their new economy seats are proving to be very popular as passengers no longer have to share their personal space with the passenger in front when they recline their seat. Talk to your Executive Travel consultant for the Earlybird deal to your next destination.

Executive Travel invests in customer relationships

Executive Travel is thrilled to announce the appointment of Duncan Wigzell to the position of National Account Manager – enabling the group to maximise opportunities for their clients.

“Duncan’s vast experience in Account Management, along with his previous hotel industry experience, will be a huge asset to the group. Having a dedicated account manager on board who has the professional attributes to put systems and structure in place to ensure we are delivering real value to our customers is essential” says Executive Travel’s General Manager Wendy van Lieshout.

“I thrive on challenges and enjoy successes, so am excited by the opportunity to work for a company who is NZ owned and operated with a real passion for customer service. I look forward to introducing myself to our valued clients and becoming an extension of their businesses by building long term working relationships that are mutually beneficial” says Mr Wigzell.

Fantastic deal - Cruise the Mediterranean

The romance of the Mediterranean and Greek Isles is truly special, if not magical. It’s an area of the world where life moves at a slower pace. From a cliff-side taverna overlooking the deep blue Aegean Sea to a gondola ride through Venice’s canals, the unparalleled romance of this region speaks volumes.
We can offer you a fantastic opportunity to fly to Rome in September 2010 with Emirates and cruise for 20 nights on the MS Noordam all for the amazing price of $6999pp share twin. Taking in Italy, Monaco, spain, Tunisia, Croatia, Greece and Turkey, this is an opportunity not to be missed. See here for details.

British passports now via postshop

Kiwis applying for a new British passport now have to submit their application to a PostShop. The service means PostShop workers will now check the passport applications before sending them on to the High Commission - a move which the Commission hopes will reduce delays due to incorrect applications. The new service has been successfully trialled in Australia and the High Commission says it will give Kiwis peace of mind, assuring applicants avoid simple mistakes, and the convenience of being able to submit their application to a PostShop. Clients will need to take their completed documentation to the PostShop where staff will check the form, collect the fees ($342.50) and dispatch the application by secure courier to the British High Commission in Wellington.

Travel Channel to launch on SKY

SKY Television is to launch the Travel Channel on SKY on Saturday 01MAY on SKY Digital channel 77 and will be available to all subscribers as part of SKY’s basic package. It will provide viewers with quality programming on all aspects of the travel experience, from luxury getaways to backpacking adventures. Since its launch in London in 1994, Travel Channel has grown to serve cable and satellite audiences across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific, transmitting on 20 satellites in 18 languages.

Akarana Lounge Opens

Jetstars new Akarana Lounge is now open, exclusively available for Jetstar passengers or Qantas International passengers. Entry can be purchased when you purchase your ticket or from the call centre on + 0800 800 995 before travel and is available at a special introductory price of $9.99, or you can pay $15 at the lounge door.
The Akarana Lounge features complimentary food and beverages, as well as plasma screen entertainment, and a range of convenient business facilities including workstation areas, free Wi-Fi access and computer terminals.
Jetstar is also considering a Lounge Membership to be launched in the coming months that will allow access to the Auckland Airport Lounge and the recently opened Wild at Heart Lounge, operated by Wellington Airport.
Should you wish to have access to the Akarana Lounge each time you travel Jetstar please let your Executive Travel consultant know and they will note this on your profile.

New adults-only resort for Cook Islands

Santuary Rarotonga-on the beach, Rarotonga's new adults-only absolute beachfront resort has opened. The resort, which features a secluded swimming pool with swim-up pool bar, is situated on white sand Aroa Beach on the island's southwest coast, renowned for its tropical sunsets.
The full service property, geared to guests aged 16 years and upwards has 48 luxury Beachfront Suites each with stylish local decor, designer artwork, hand-made lighting and an Italian tiled bathroom with black pearl shell accents. The resorts Beach Pavilion restaurant enjoys casual fine dining with views of both the beach and the swimming pool, allowing guests to dine outside under the pergola or beachfront with their toes in the sand.
The resort has an opening special: Stay 5/Pay 4 plus a free His & Hers one-hour Hydroptherapy Package and a free bottle of wine, so talk to our Executive Holidays consultants for a quote on your next holiday.

In this issue:

Executive Travel invests in customer relationships

Fantastic deal - Cruise the Mediterranean

British passports now via postshop

Travel Channel to launch on SKY

Akarana Lounge Opens

New adults-only resort for Cook Islands

Latest News:

Domestic capacity filling
If you are planning domestic travel in the next 6 weeks our team recommend you get bookings in place as soon as possible. With the next couple of months being peak travel time and many events on around NZ our team are increasingly finding that clients are not getting their preferred accommodation and rental car types as capacity is filling up fast.

All Blacks kick off
The All Blacks will kick off their season with a Test on 12 Jun 2010 against the 2009 Six Nations champions Ireland at Yarrow Stadium New Plymouth. Organise a weekend in New Plymouth now by talking to your consultant.

Premium economy specials to China
Sit back, relax and enjoy Air New Zealand Premium Economy travel on your next trip to China or Hong Kong with the new Air New Zealand Shortlife Premium Economy return fares to China and Hong Kong, valid for sales until 12 Feb 10. Travel to Beijing or Shanghai between 11 Mar - 30 Jun 10 for $2400 return plus taxes, or for the same cost travel to Hong Kong between 20 April - 31 May.

Qantas Platinums Free
Qantas Platinum frequent flyers will get free access, including up to two qualifing guests, to the new Jetstar Akarana lounge at Auckland Airport.

Cappuccino, Espresso - all free at gates in Frankfurt & Munich
You can now enjoy a wider choice of your favorite hot beverage on Lufthansa flights out of Frankfurt and Munich to German domestic and most European destinations. At the
departure gates to those destinations, Lufthansa has installed new automatic vending machines with an appreciably greater choice of hot drinks. Black coffee, cappuccino, espresso, marocchino, espresso macchiato, latte macchiato, Wiener Melange, café au lait, hot chocolate and diverse sorts of tea are on offer free as a ‘pick-me-up’ to those in
Economy and Business Class before boarding their flight. No other airline, worldwide, offers a similar service.