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.
Singapore Airlines expands Kris+ app in Australia
SIA has given its KrisFlyer program in Australia a boost by expanding its Kris+ lifestyle rewards app in Sydney and Melbourne, allowing users to earn and redeem miles at partners including cafes, restaurants and bars outside of Singapore for the first time.
Kris+ is the first lifestyle, rewards and payments mobile application affiliated with a frequent flyer programme that is available in multiple countries. Customers can also access exclusive privileges with a variety of partners across Australia offering discounts on a range of items from coffee to amusement parks, airport transfers and harbour cruising.
The app launched yesterday as a Beta version in Australia, with miles earn and redemption capabilities being made available in Sydney and Melbourne CBDs. Around 100 partner merchants are expected to come on board within the first month of launch.
Kris+ can be downloaded through the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Globus and Cosmos Black Friday deals
Globus and Cosmos are offering a range of Black Friday discounts for three weeks only, with savings of up to $850 per couple with Globus on tours worldwide over seven days and up to $300 per couple on more than 30 worldwide Cosmos tours (T&C’s apply).
Travellers can enjoy savings of up to $850 per couple on 2024 Globus tours worldwide. Available now on bookings made by 8 December 2023*.
Travellers can enjoy savings of up to $300 per couple on more than 30 worldwide Cosmos 2024 tours until 8 December 2023.*
*Terms and conditions apply. Cosmos and Globus discounts cannot be combined with the current Single Supplement Waiver promotion.
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Half price Virgin Voyages cruise deals for Aussie passengers
Virgin Voyages has announced an exclusive half-price cabin sale for Virgin Australia customers for all cruises on Resilient Lady departing January 2024 – the best offer yet.
The offer on the multi-award winning, adults-only cruise also includes over $1000 worth of Virgin Voyages’ always-included luxuries including Michelin-inspired restaurants, unlimited fitness classes, essential drinks and WiFi.
“When Virgin brands join forces, it means better experiences for all Aussies,” Virgin Voyages CEO Nirmal Saverimuttu said.
“We wanted to keep this one in the family and reward loyal Virgin customers. When Virgin Australia started in 2000, it was all about keeping the air fair. And we’re doing the same at sea,” he said.
Travel Associates experience the Med with Viking
Eight top-performing travel advisors from Travel Associates across Australia enjoyed the warm hospitality of Viking on an eight-day voyage from Ravenna (San Marino) to Athens. Viking and Travel Associates collaborated on an exclusive incentive, offering advisors the opportunity to win a Deluxe Veranda Stateroom on the 8-day journey through the heart of the Mediterranean on board the Viking Venus.
During the eight-day Venice, the Adriatic, and Greece voyage, advisors and their travel companions received Viking’s exceptional onboard hospitality, an opportunity for personalised cultural exploration and time to relax and unwind.
“Our expectations were exceeded the moment we stepped onboard Viking Venus. The warm welcome made us feel at home and set the tone for the entire cruise,” said Jacqui Smart, Travel Associates Shellharbour.
“I feel honoured to have been invited on a truly enchanting adventure aboard the Viking Venus. I wholeheartedly recommend Viking to anyone who shares a passion for exploring history and antiquity in a sophisticated and indulgent manner,” said Jonathan House, of Travel Associates Runaway Bay, and three-time Viking travel veteran.
