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On sale for 5 days only. Book quickly to take advantage of this great deal 2-for-1 business class special on selected Qantas and BA International airfares.This offer is available in Business class only. Each passenger pays all applicable taxes and surcharges. Available for departures from 15 March to 31 August 2009 to a great range of romantic getaway destinations. Sale ends midnight (AEDT) Tuesday 17 February 2009.Some of the great deals on offer: Example: London Business return from Sydney Example: Los Angeles Business return from Sydney
Contact your Aerius Travel Manager on 1300 850 006 Licence No: 2TA5264 * Conditions Apply. Subject to service fee of $180 per Qantas 2-for-1 booking. |
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Very important! New pre-registration for entry into the USA
Now that we travel in a virtual e-ticket environment, please be vigilant in some countries where the airport check-in staff can or will deny knowledge of your e-ticket being issued. Some check in staff could be on a sales incentive, some check-in staff will demand that you purchase a new ticket. Always carry a copy of your eticket receipt with you. This is the only proof that will be acceptable.
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HOTELSVilla Pantulan - BaliFor a quick break or a long stay, Villa Ubud provides a tranquil setting overlooking rice paddy fields and Mount Batukaru. Five queen size bedrooms, a gourmet cook on hand, private bathrooms with waterfall and bamboo gardens. 
Four Seasons Mauritius Four Seasons Resort Anahita - MauritiusFour Seasons Resorts has created 91 villas, sixty of them in the private island Ile-aux-Chats and each with a private pool. The much anticipated Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita welcomed its first guests following its opening in late 2008 
Four Seasons Mauritius Pillow Talk!70 Park Avenue New York Hotel's General Manager Erika Nelson has launched a 'pillow library' Hard, Medium or Soft? Hypoallergenic, water filled or 100% natural buckwheat-hull filled? Pillow Menus are the newest ways Hotels are now trying to make you feel at home - away from home. According to Time magazine, 70 Park Avenue is among many hotels which contact guests to be, to pre order sleep enhancing requirements. Not only are hotels offering a range of pillows, they are also providing comfort foods, bedtime stories, mellow sleep-time music and even Good night sleep kits by Deepak Chopra. Hotel RenewJust steps away from Waikiki Beach, Hotel Renew is Honolulu's first luxury designer boutique hotel. Elegant guestrooms with an intimate atmosphere. Setting a new standard for comfort and style in Waikiki with dramatic lighting, striking artwork and ultra-stylish furnishings. 
Hotel Renew - Waikiki Beach, Honolulu Vedic Village Spa ResortWe’ve discovered this wonderful paradise just outside Kolkata! Owner operated, 4 years old and purpose built as a spa – Vedic Village is attracting a wide range of international guests. Villas and houses that can accommodate 8 guests (4 couples or families) Vedic Village provides all the offerings of a world class resort and spa. It’s very different and does offer ease of travel to reach. Located in the Rajarhat area of Kolkata, Vedic Village is just a 20 minute drive from Kolkata International Airport and 40 minutes from the centre of the city. Guests are welcomed at Kolkata Airport, facilitated through arrival formalities and driven by limosine to Vedic and return. Two on-site restaurants cater to all tastes with Indian, Oriental and Continental flare. Sit at the bar to enjoy the finest wines and spirits, or relax by the lotus shaped swimming pool with waterfall. 
Vedic Village Spa Resort Airport Hotels - Don't ignore the convenienceAt long last Heathrow has an airport hotel that offers superb facilities and standard. The Sofitel London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 opened recently. Linked to Terminal 5 (British Airways) and Heathrow Express 20 minutes to Paddington Station (no change at T1/2/3). Two excellent restaurants (fine dining - Brasserie Roux), bars (Sphere Bar) a Tea Salon and shops. Beautiful large rooms offer the latest facilities and rooms with 'court' or 'tarmac' views. Promoted by Sofitel as "a five star luxury hotel which just happens to be at an airport". What may be considered claustrophobic by some, Heathrow Yotel provides booth-like standard rooms with showers for AUD200.00 for a twelve hour stay or AUD62.30 for a minimum four hours stay, which is perfect for in between flights. Designed to reduce unused space with all the required basics including a flat screen TV on the wall at the foot of the bed, internet access, room service, wake up calls and a virtual jukebox all accessible by using the TV remote! Hot SpotsBaan Taling NgamHighly recommended as one of the nicest places to stay in Thailand, this property sits on the white sand beach of Taling Ngam. Many of the 70 spacious rooms, suites and villas offer magnificent views of the water below. Indoor/ outdoor spa treatments, infinity pool and traditional Thai cuisine. 
Baan Taling Ngam - Koh Samui Six Senses HideawayIn surrounds of 20 acres of indigenous vegetation Six Senses has outdoor treatment spas, indoor treatment rooms, dry saunas and steam rooms. Holistic programs, personal butlers, private infinity edged pools. Winner of both the Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Travel Awards and Virtuoso Best of the Best Awards Best Spa 2008. 
Six Senses Hideaway, Koh Samui DestinationMeanwhile in JapanThe accommodation in Niseko, Sapporo, has always been fairly basic but a very popular ski destination for Australians. B&B style with some small hotels and some where you take your own towels! Hilton has recently opened the Hilton Niseko conveniently situated and serviced by 38 lifts and gondolas. The hotel offers seven restaurants all serving Japanese food with western cuisine, a spa and onsen bath. For the returning skier who is past the basic accommodation, this is an option to consider. 
The new Hilton Hotel, Niseko Two of the bestSouthern Ocean LodgeKangaroo Island; voted the best and most unspoilt island in the Pacific by National Geographic Traveller is a wildlife haven bound by jagged, jaw dropping coastline and home to Australia's first true luxury lodge. Southern Ocean Lodge boasts sublime food, a stunning wine list and amazing views in an untouched location. qualiaThis unique luxe resort is situated on the Northern-most tip of Hamilton Island. Private and secluded, qualia offers pavilions with private plunge pools which blend serenely with the surrounding bush, two exclusive restaurants and a range of deluxe spa treatments. Situated in a gated 'compound' qualia is completely separated from the rest of Hamilton Island. The food and beverage is outstanding as is the quality and layout of the 'pavilion'. Certain pavilions are better situated and have spectacular water views. qualia is seen to be expensive but by the time you consider the hidden benefits qualia does become a value proposition. Don't compare qualia and Hayman Island - two totally different resorts and experiences. 
View from the lobby - qualia, Great Barrier Reef Deck and pool - Pavilion, qualia Italian TreasuresThe pick of the Villas for 2009Italian Treasures offers a wide range of choices of rental properties for the visitor to Tuscany, Umbria, Sicily and other parts of Italy. From 17th century noble residences in the breathtakingly beautiful countryside to comfortable apartments in central Rome and Florence. In the luxury class, Villa Orchidea, a splendid villa set inside a property of 90 hectares surrounded by olive groves and vineyards between Florence and San Gimignano. Seven bedrooms, five bathrooms, swimming pool, covered parking. The villa is beautifully furnished and maid and cook services can be arranged. Wine and olive oil produced on the property as well as fresh vegetables from the garden are available for guests to purchase. 
Villa Orchidea, Outside San Gimignano Casa Scopeti, only ten kilometres from Florence has great charm. Four air conditioned bedrooms, three bathrooms pleasant interiors, swimming pool with umbrellas and sun-beds, barbecue, verandah, play area for children. Maid and cook services available and cooking classes can be arranged. Villa Anna,15 kilometres from Florence. A charming residence with panoramic views. Swimming pool, barbecue, cleaning twice weekly (three hours daily) included in price. A delightful property furnished in flawless taste. Casa Guia, five elegant and comfortable apartments sleeping from four to ten. Originally owned by the Medici family in the 15th century. Each apartment has a private garden with barbecue. A pool (16m x 8m ) as well as a tennis court, bowling green and mountain bikes caters for the energetic. In addition, extra activities can be arranged such as horse riding, polo, golf, wine tastings and guided tours. Maid and cook services can be arranged. Olive oil and wine from the estate are available for purchase. Other highly recommended properties are:
All our properties have individual charm and special attractions. They will appeal to different people for different reasons. For more information on these properties or useful information on Italy, check out our website www.italiantreasures.com.au or contact Italian Treasures Australian representative Alan Leggett on 02 8080 5634 / 0411 800 747 or alan@italiantreasures.com.au 
Italian Treasures-a division of Aerius Travel Company Italian Treasures is offering a 15% discount on the price of all rental properties for. Contact Alan Leggett for further details. Ships & CruisingSeabournThe 'Yachts of Seabourn' has been honoured as the "Best Small Ship Cruise Line" by Virtuoso in the luxury travel network's 2008 Virtuoso Performance awards. Earning International renown for unmatched style, elegance and grace on the seas, The Yachts of Seabourn travel to many destinations and have two new ultra luxury ships with a third due to be delivered in summer 2011. 'Seabourn Legend' cruises the Riviera on a 7 day voyage. Departing Barcelona on 26 April 2009, stopping at the beautiful ports of Palamos, St Tropez and Monaco. The Yachts of Seabourn are running a promotion with savings up to 45 per cent off for early bookings. 'Seabourn Pride' sails the Norwegian Fjords, 23 May 2009. Departing Copenhagen, Denmark and Visiting Flaam, Bergen, Stavanger and Oslo before returning to Copenhagen, Denmark 
The new "Seabourn Odyssey" sails 2009 'Seabourn Spirit' Departs Civitaveccia (Rome), Italy to tour Corfu and the Croatian Isles, 6 June 2009 for 7 days. With earlybird booking savings of up to 45 per cent, this cruise is a consideration. 'Seabourn Odyssey' New to the Seabourn Fleet journeys from Venice to Greece and the Black Sea on a 28 day tour. Stopping along the Greek Isles, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Turkey and back to the Greek Isles this cruise sails 1 August 2009. PandawInto the Heart of Borneo The brand new RV Orient Pandaw offers three cruises, eight nights in duration from July 2009 into the heart of Borneo. This is a totally new itinerary and ship. The second largest island in the world, Borneo has one of the most diverse eco systems on the planet. Travel down the Rajang River and experience the rainforest, culture and plantations along its banks. This is a 9 day cruise departing on the 1st, 10th and 20th of every month. 
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Tall StoryDueling Drinks - who named the 'Bloody Mary'?The Ritz Paris lays claim to the Bloody Mary: Legend has it that Hemingway complained his wife, Mary, had tired of his drinking and could always smell it on his breath. The bartender mixed him an odourless cocktail of vodka and tomato juice; the next day Hemmingway returned and exclaimed, "Bravo, bloody Mary didn't smell anything!" The King Cole Bar in the St. Regis Hotel, New York disputes the legend. The story goes that Fernand Petiot, who invented the drink - originally just equal parts vodka and tomato juice - at Harry's New York Bar in Paris, bought it to the NYC landmark and perfected the classic recipe known today. Patrons at the Fairmont Empress in Victoria devised discerning ways to conceal their liquor during the days of Prohibition: Winston Churchill drank his brandy from a teapot. First in ClassLondon's first official hotel was Browns, opened in 1837, Alexander Graham Bell made the country's first telephone call from there in 1876. Opened in 1910 in London, The Goring was the world's first hotel to offer central heating in every guest room. First hotel to include electricity on every floor (and telephones in all guest rooms): the Ritz Paris in 1898. New York City's Waldorf-Astoria was the first hotel to offer 24-hour room service in the U.S. When opened in 1931, the 42-story art deco landmark was also the world's tallest hotel at the time. Airline News
QF A380The Qantas A380 is now flying 3 times a week (Tuesday, Friday, Saturday) to London from Sydney via Singapore. The A380 only will carry 20 more passengers than the Qantas configured B747-700, the difference being more space. In the high density configuration (which Emirates will operate from Dubai to India) the A380 can carry up to 600 passengers Fighting JetlagThe never ending saga of overcoming jet lag. Some long distance travellers always advise to keep flying west, never drink alcohol while flying, eat lightly etc. It all comes back to when your circadian rhythms go out of kilter. Melatonin, a naturally produced hormone, becomes confuses the body about when you should be asleep! 
So scientists are working on ideas such as LED glasses which emit a blue light into the pupils of the wearer. Research has found that when exposed to blue light emitting diodes (LED), bodies can more efficiently regulate the effects of abnormal working hours or time zones. Melatonin also helps travellers re-program circadian rhythms. Airlines change the colour of the cabin lighting to mood with the evening and daylight hours, or the crew make you pull down the window shutter and just turn off all the lights. The experienced traveller's answer is timed and careful use of a sleeping pill (after take off) on the longhaul sector and on the first night before bed at your final destination. South America - Only use an 'Airpass'The TAM Brazil Airpass was created as a discount rate for travellers wanting to visit several destinations within South America at an attractive rate. TAM now operates 7 times weekly from Brazil to Europe and return. To qualify for the discount, you must purchase the ticket with origin being outside of Brazil and the destination being any city in Brazil. For more information, please contact Jessica Johnson at Aerius Travel Company on (02) 8080 5636. US Custom ChangesUS Customs has introduced mandatory new security requirements for travellers entering the United States under the Visa Waiver Program (incorporating nationals of countries including Australia, New Zealand, and UK). Temporary business or leisure travellers now under the Visa Waiver Program will need to apply for Authorisation (ESTA) prior to travelling. This can be done on-line via https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov Important Heathrow Terminal ChangesAs part of the London Heathrow Airline Relocation Programme, British Airways operated and Qantas codeshare services between London Heathrow and select European cities move from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3 effective 25 February 2009. The move involves services to and also from Barcelona, Madrid, Lisbon, Nice and Helsinki. As of 29 March 2009, flights to and from Malaga, Vienna and Nice will move between Terminals 3 and 5. Flight SpecialsIn celebration of Oneworld’s 10th Anniversary, fares have been discounted 10 per cent for new bookings made and ticketed by the 12 April. This great deal is valid for Oneworld Explorer, Circle Pacific, Circle Asia, Circle Trip Explorer, Visit Asia, Visit Yokoso Japan, Visit Australia & New Zealand, Visit Africa, Visit North America and Visit South America fares. Tickets must be purchased between 01 February and 12 April 2009 Sample Routing: Qantas/British Airways/American Airlines British Airways Upgrade Offer Purchase a business class return fare to Europe and receive a guaranteed one way upgrade to first class – tickets and departures prior to 31 March 2009 For example: Round world fare – business and first class Etihad Airways Qantas United Airlines Aerolineas Argentinas Emirates Air France Qantas/British Airways Singapore Airlines Jet TrailWhere in the world is AA1157? Track any airborne flight into and out of the international airports in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Miami, San Francisco, and Seattle via FBOweb. The free program runs through Google Earth and displays real time flight tracking, down to the holding patterns. 
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Travel Manager - Domestic Danielle's specialty is domestic travel and after four years with Aerius Travel Company she knows Australia in depth! The logistics involved with managing several large conference groups has demonstrated her amazing ability and efficiency. Danielle is an outgoing person who has travelled both internationally and domestically and has a keen interest in sport. Janet Clacher
Corporate Travel Manager - International Janet has over 25 years experience managing corporate and complicated personal travel arrangements to the world! Janet has travelled extensively, speaks fluent French, and has lived in Paris and New Caledonia for a number of years. Janet prides herself on her professionalism and attention to detail, and has been working with many of her clients for more than 20 years. Janet's specialty is anything complicated or difficult! |
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