Grab yourself a coffee and catch up on today’s news in brief – the latest updates from the industry and everything you need to know in bite-size pieces.
Qantas launches new Club membership option
Qantas has launched Qantas Club Flexible, a new membership option which allows customers to pay for 28-day access to its 30 Qantas branded lounges, giving customers flexibility and choice to enjoy access to Qantas lounges on an ad hoc basis, as an alternative option to the annual Qantas Club membership.
The 28-day rolling membership can be cancelled at any time up until three days prior to renewal (with benefits remaining till the end of that cycle) and provides members with access to its 30 Qantas Club, Qantas Domestic and Qantas International Business lounges in Australia and around the world.
Sail Croatia expands fleet for 2025
Sail Croatia has announced it is adding an additional luxury small ship to its Elegance fleet for 2025, with the arrival of the 36-berth MS Romantic Star, while the 36-berth MS Katarina, currently in her first season operating as a Sail Croatia ‘Explorer’ ship, will move across and operate under the Elegance banner for 2025.
These changes bring Sail Croatia’s Elegance fleet to five luxury small ships, with 119 Elegance Cruise departures scheduled for 2025, a 60% increase versus 2024.
“The addition of two new ships complements our existing Elegance fleet, and I have no doubt they will prove a popular choice for 2025,” said Helle Seuren, Co-Founder/Director of Sail Croatia. “Katarina has already made a strong debut on our Explorer Cruises this year, with guests marvelling at her luxurious furnishings and high customer service standards onboard.”
Skål International Sydney’s Mid-Winter Ball
Don’t miss the opportunity to secure your tickets for this year’s Skål International Sydney Mid-Winter Ball.
Come dressed with Gatsby flair, or simply dress to impress on Wednesday 21 August 2024 at NSW Parliament House to experience an unforgettable night of networking with industry colleagues from across Australia and overseas, while enjoying a sumptuous three-course meal with drinks, before dancing the night away.
Keynote speaker for this event is Ms. Lori Modde, Chair of the NSW Tourism Association. The Hon. John Graham MLC, Minister for Jobs and Tourism and Minister for Music and the Night-time Economy will be in attendance to provide the official welcome and open the event.
Enquire about exclusive sponsorship opportunities for this event at sydneywinterball@skal.org.au or click here to download a Sponsorship Prospectus.
New digital brochure from Paspaley Pearl by Ponant
Paspaley Pearl by Ponant has released its inaugural digital brochure, detailing the transformative experiences curated for the 30-guest expedition yacht Paspaley Pearl. Commencing operations in January 2025, the new boutique yacht will feature an immersive level of expeditions when operating through East Indonesia, The Kimberley and Papua New Guinea.
Venturing into some of the most pristine, wilderness and protected areas on our planet, Paspaley Pearl and her team of 21 crew, including four expedition guides, will provide guests with the option of immersing themselves within ancient cultures unaffected by western influence; wildlife rarely seen or encountered like whale sharks, Komodo dragons, birds of paradise and crocodiles. Snorkel or dive in the most bio-diverse areas of Raja Ampat in Indonesia, the Rowley Shoals in Australia or Tufi in PNG and explore new an exclusive Kimberlet experiences.
TOP IMAGE: Raja Ampat render – Paspaley Pearl by Ponant
