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	<title>Group Travel Specialists Australia &#124; Group Travel, Conference Travel, Incentive Travel, Educational Travel</title>
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		<title>GOING TO EXTREMES</title>
		<link>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2011/01/going-to-extremes/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2011 05:16:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Attention classical musical tour lovers, this tour is not to be missed.  Together with 4MBS Classic FM 103.7 we bring you a journey from John O&#8217;Groats to Lands End travelling from 7-24 August 2011. Tour highlights include Edinburgh Military Tattoo &#8211; Mountains &#8211; Lakes &#8211; Castles &#8211; Cathedrals &#8211; Gardens &#8211; Concerts &#8211; Elgar&#8217;s Home [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Attention classical musical tour lovers,</strong> this tour is not to be missed.  Together with 4MBS Classic FM 103.7 we bring you a journey from John O&#8217;Groats to Lands End travelling from 7-24 August 2011.</p>
<p><strong>Tour highlights include</strong></p>
<p>Edinburgh Military Tattoo &#8211; Mountains &#8211; Lakes &#8211; Castles &#8211; Cathedrals &#8211; Gardens &#8211; Concerts &#8211; Elgar&#8217;s Home &#8211; Vaughan William&#8217;s Church &#8211; Globe Theatre &#8211; Royal Opera House &#8211; elegant afternoon tea at the Pump Room, Bath</p>
<p><strong>Tour Price</strong></p>
<p>AUD$8700 per person <strong>Twin Share Package </strong>including economy airfare with Emirates from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.  Other cities available upon application.</p>
<p>Talk to us about tour only price, single share and Business Class upgrade supplement.</p>
<p>Contact us to find out more. Email grouptravel@flightcentre.com.au</p>
<p><a rel="attachment wp-att-307" href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2011/01/going-to-extremes/going-to-extremes-3/"></a><a rel="attachment wp-att-308" href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2011/01/going-to-extremes/going-to-extremes-4/">Classical Musical Tour Flyer</a></p>
<p><a rel="attachment wp-att-312" href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2011/01/going-to-extremes/itinerary-and-package-2/">Itinerary and Booking Form</a></p>
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		<title>Rock and Pop Tours New Orleans Jazz Fest 2011</title>
		<link>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2011/01/rock-and-pop-tours-new-orleans-jazz-fest-2011/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Jan 2011 04:32:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[12 Day Music Tour to the New Orleans Jazz Fest 2011 Early Bird until 15 Jan, 2011 &#8211; Save $500 per person Inclusions Return International economy airfare to New Orleans 11 nights, all accommodation (twin share) All transfers Breakfast and meals as per scheduled itinerary Welcome events x 2 and farewell dinners in LA and [...]]]></description>
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<div><strong>12 Day Music Tour to the New Orleans Jazz Fest 2011</strong></div>
<div><strong>Early Bird until 15 Jan, 2011 &#8211; Save $500 per person</strong></div>
<div><strong>Inclusions</strong></div>
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<li>Return International economy airfare to New Orleans</li>
<li>11 nights, all accommodation (twin share)</li>
<li>All transfers</li>
<li>Breakfast and meals as per scheduled itinerary</li>
<li>Welcome events x 2 and farewell dinners in LA and New Orleans</li>
<li>All scheduled tours and activities and entry to attractions including 4 days New Orleans Jazz Festival</li>
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<p><strong>Travel Dates</strong></p>
<p>Valid for Group Travel 28 April 2011 &#8211; 9 May 2011 only.</p>
<p><strong>Contact us to find out more</strong>. Email: andrew.garnett@flightcentre.com.au or call 03 9865 4222.</p>
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		<title>THIRST FOR CHANGE?</title>
		<link>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2010/03/thirst-for-change-321-tap-into-water/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:58:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Did you know it takes about 3 litres of water to make 1 litre of bottled water? We have struck up a deal with 321 Water so you can offer your clients or delegates this unique, healthy and environmentally friendly gift. Unbranded or branded with your company or conference logos you wont find anything else [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="margin: 0px; padding: 5px 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px; color: #333333; font-family: 'Verdana';"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Did you know it takes about 3 litres of water to make 1 litre of bottled water?</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0px; padding: 5px 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px; color: #333333; font-family: 'Verdana';"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.springwise.com/pix/spotlight/321water.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="350" /><br />
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<p style="margin: 0px; padding: 5px 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px; color: #333333; font-family: 'Verdana';"><span style="font-weight: normal;">We have struck up a deal with <a href="http://www.321-water.com/thirst.html">321 Water</a> so you can offer your  clients or delegates this unique, healthy and environmentally friendly gift. Unbranded or branded with your company or conference logos you wont find anything else like it.<br />
</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0px; padding: 5px 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px; color: #333333; font-family: 'Verdana';"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Be the first  to give these amazing bottles to your delegates at your next conference!</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0px; padding: 5px 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px; color: #333333; font-family: 'Verdana';"><strong>Exclusive offer available only though us:</strong></p>
<p style="margin: 0px; padding: 5px 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px; color: #333333; font-family: 'Verdana'; font-weight: normal;">$26.50* per bottle  for orders between 1 to 999 bottles.</p>
<p style="margin: 0px; padding: 5px 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px; color: #333333; font-family: 'Verdana'; font-weight: normal;">$22.00* per bottle for orders over  1000 bottles.</p>
<p style="margin: 0px; padding: 5px 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px; color: #333333; font-family: 'Verdana'; font-weight: normal;">*excluding shipping and branding.</p>
<p style="margin: 0px; padding: 5px 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 17px; color: #333333; font-family: 'Verdana'; font-weight: normal;">Register your interest or to order more please do so by filling out your detail on our <a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/">contact us page</a>.</p>
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		<title>2010 World Cup Packages</title>
		<link>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2010/03/2010-world-cup-packages/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Mar 2010 05:53:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[FLIGHT CENTRE GROUP TRAVEL are an authorised seller of Emirates 2010 FIFA World Cup Packages INCLUSIONS • Return Economy Airfare flying Emirates to Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban from Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney or Perth • Choose from minimum 6 different hotels in either Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban • Category 1 match tickets to games [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>FLIGHT CENTRE GROUP TRAVEL are an authorised seller of Emirates 2010 FIFA World Cup Packages</p>
<p>INCLUSIONS<br />
•	Return Economy Airfare flying Emirates to Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban from Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney or Perth<br />
•	Choose from minimum 6 different hotels in either Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban<br />
•	Category 1 match tickets to games including Australia or 19 other nations<br />
•	Airport transfers on arrival and departure<br />
•	Game day transfers from hotel to games including flights if needed<br />
Team Specific Series Package Price<br />
(prices are approximate and based on twin share)</p>
<p>JOHANNESBURG AND SURROUNDS<br />
5 night 1 match package from $5,710 per person twin share<br />
10 night 2 match package from $7,559 per person twin share<br />
15 night 3 match package from $9,400 per person twin share</p>
<p>CAPE TOWN<br />
5 night 1 match package from $5,710 per person twin share<br />
10 night 2 match package from $7,559 per person twin share<br />
15 night 3 match package from $9,400 per person twin share</p>
<p>DURBAN<br />
5 night 1 match package from $5,830 per person twin share<br />
10 night 2 match package from $7,790 per person twin share<br />
15 night 3 match package from $9,750 per person twin share</p>
<p>Land only packages and packages without match tickets available as well, plus the option to see other teams play matches outside your chosen team&#8217;s group!!</p>
<p>For further information please contact Dean at Flight Centre Group Travel on  1300 737 441 or <a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/">register your interest here.</a><a href="dean.busuttil@flightcentre.com.au"></a></p>
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		<title>On ya bike!</title>
		<link>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2010/01/on-ya-bike/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 02:10:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome to the world of the LimoBike. What a way to WOW guests while getting get them from point A to point B? Seating 8 people, this quirky vehicle must be seen to be believed! Part bike, part limo this vehicle is perfect for private functions, product launches and photo shoots and likely to be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the world of the LimoBike. What a way to WOW guests while getting get them from point A to point B?</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/conference-incentive-travel/"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.spicenews.com.au/Image/limobikefront%20300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a><span id="more-250"></span></p>
<p>Seating 8 people, this quirky vehicle must be seen to be believed! Part bike, part limo this vehicle is perfect for private functions, product launches and photo shoots and likely to be the most talked about item at your event in 2010.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/">Talk to us</a> about including this unique experience in your next conference or group travel programme.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/conference-incentive-travel/"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.spicenews.com.au/Image/limobike%20inside%20300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a> <a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/conference-incentive-travel/"><img class="alignnone" src="http://www.spicenews.com.au/Image/limobike%20rear%20300.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a></p>
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		<title>Hands off my personalised beer!</title>
		<link>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2010/01/personalised-beer/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 02:06:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Crown Lager personalised bottles &#8211; the personalised way to celebrate your events in 2010! Looking for something a little more special for annual event, sales conference or team getaway? Crown Lager has introduced the opportunity to create customised Crown Lager labels. Leverage from your corporate event branding by labeling the bottles with a specific message, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://crownbeverages.com.au/mylabel/default.aspx" target="_blank">Crown Lager personalised bottles &#8211; the personalised way to celebrate your events in 2010! </a></p>
<p>Looking for something a little more special for annual event, sales conference or team getaway? Crown Lager has introduced the opportunity to create customised Crown Lager labels.</p>
<p>Leverage from your corporate event branding by labeling the bottles with a specific message, motto or statement. (You might even find a few delegates pocket a few empties as a memento).</p>
<p><a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/">Talk to us</a> about including personalised Crown Larger bottles at your next event or simply visit the Crown Lager website, enter your desired message, select the number of cases required and within six weeks guests at your event will be drinking their own customised bottles of Crown to mark the occasion. It’s that simple.</p>
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		<title>Exclusive Conferencing Deals</title>
		<link>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2010/01/exclusive-conferencing-deal/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 01:04:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Exclusive to Group Travel Specialist &#8211; because we know how to look after you and your delegates! Day Delegate Package from Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach 2 night conferencing deal from The Byron at Byron 4 night package at Le Meridien Noumea You won&#8217;t find these specials anywhere else! Contact us today or call on 1300 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Exclusive to Group Travel Specialist &#8211; because we know how to look after you and your delegates!</p>
<ul>
<li>Day Delegate Package from <a href="www.sofitelgoldcoast.com.au">Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach</a></li>
<li>2 night conferencing deal from <a href="TheByronatByron.com.au" target="_blank">The Byron at Byron</a></li>
<li>4 night package at <a href="http://www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1842" target="_blank">Le Meridien Noumea</a></li>
</ul>
<p>You won&#8217;t find these specials anywhere else! <a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/">Contact us</a> today or call on 1300 301 900 to find out more and to book in these fabulous offers.</p>
<h2><span id="more-222"></span><strong>Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach</strong></h2>
<p>Exclusive Conference Delegate Day Package<br />
$65.00 per person<br />
Valid until 30th June 2010<br />
<a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/">Ask us</a> more about conference specials.(Terms and conditions apply)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/"><img class="aligncenter" src="https://mymotels.com/propertyimages/240843/sofitel_gold_coast_guestroom_broadbeach_queensland_australia.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="332" /></a></p>
<h2><strong>The Byron at Byron Resort</strong></h2>
<p>2 Night Conference (based on single occupancy)<br />
Sunday-Thursday $290 per king room<br />
Friday and Saturday $360.00 per king room<br />
Plus receive one of the following:<br />
- Degustation dinner with matching wines<br />
- 1 x Relaxation Massage<br />
- 1 x BBQ Buffet Dinner with a 2-3 hour beverage package<br />
- 1/2 Day Conference Delegate Package per day<br />
<a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/">Ask us</a> about this and the 3 night conference special. (Terms and conditions apply)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.discoverbyronbay.com.au/images/hero-byron-at-byron-resort.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="330" /></a></p>
<h2><strong>Le Meridien Noumea</strong></h2>
<p>Fantastic 4 night package at Le Meridien includes:<br />
- Flights and current taxes with Air Caledonie<br />
- Accommodation twin share with breakfast<br />
- 1 x Day conference<br />
- 1 x Dinner with 2 hour beverage package<br />
- Bonus: Complimentary theme decor (backdrops)<br />
- Extra bonus: Complimentary room allocation with up to 2 rooms for every 20 booked<br />
Cost: $1489 ex MEL</p>
<p><a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/">Ask us</a> about this and the 4 night special. (Terms and conditions apply)</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/contact-us/"><img class="aligncenter" src="http://www.starwoodhotels.com/pub/media/1842/mer1842re.51842_md.jpg" alt="" width="343" height="230" /></a></p>
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		<title>Happy Holidays!</title>
		<link>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2009/12/happy-holidays/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Dec 2009 02:22:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[From all of us at Group Travel Specialists, we would like to wish you a safe and merry holiday period. We know most of you have worked yourself to the bone this year, working non-stop until now. So we give you permission to enjoy yourself on your break and RELAX. We look forward to working [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From all of us at Group Travel Specialists, we would like to wish you a safe and merry holiday period.</p>
<p>We know most of you have worked yourself to the bone this year, working non-stop until now. So we give you permission to enjoy yourself on your break and RELAX. We look forward to working with you in the new year on all your group travel needs!</p>
<p>Catch a falling star this xmas and know all your dreams will come true!</p>
<p>Merry Christmas everyone.</p>
<p><strong>The Group Travel Specialists</strong></p>
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		<title>MELBOURNE AIRPORT WELCOMES VIVA MACAU</title>
		<link>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2009/11/melbourne-airport-welcomes-viva-macau/</link>
		<comments>http://www.grouptravelspecialist.com.au/2009/11/melbourne-airport-welcomes-viva-macau/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:26:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Melbourne Airport welcomes Viva Macau&#8217;s announcement that it will commence direct flights between Macau and Melbourne from the 9th December. The twice weekly flights will provide even more opportunities for increased business and leisure travel between Victoria and Macau, Northern Asia and beyond &#8211; a win for the state of Victoria. Melbourne Airport&#8217;s Executive General [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Melbourne Airport welcomes Viva Macau&#8217;s announcement that it will commence direct flights between Macau and Melbourne from the 9th December.<br />
The twice weekly flights will provide even more opportunities for increased business and leisure travel between Victoria and Macau, Northern Asia and beyond &#8211; a win for the state of Victoria.</p>
<p>Melbourne Airport&#8217;s Executive General Manager Corporate Development Damian Tkalec said &#8220;Macau is a vibrant destination and a key gateway to China &#8211; our number one long haul market. These services will also connect with Viva Macau&#8217;s growing global network, including Japan, Vietnam and Indonesia&#8221;.</p>
<p>&#8220;These new services will benefit Victorians who will be able to take advantage of more travel options and great prices. In addition these new services will bring in even more people to Victoria which is great news for tourism and our economy&#8221; he said. &#8220;Viva Macau&#8217;s decision highlights the strength of the Melbourne market and the airport&#8217;s partnership approach with Victorian Government and City of Melbourne in bringing more direct flights to our State.&#8221;</p>
<p>This announcement comes shortly before the opening of the first stage of Melbourne Airport&#8217;s international terminal expansion. When complete, the size of the international terminal will have doubled, catering for Victoria&#8217;s aviation capacity well into the future.</p>
<p>The Melbourne market is growing strongly, largely attributed to our airlines&#8217; commitment to the state. The last year has seen the introduction of daily Singapore A380 services, Qantas A380 services to Los Angeles, Etihad commencing Melbourne daily services, and increased capacity to/from Melbourne from a number of other airlines including Air China, Air Asia X, China Eastern, Emirates, Pacific Blue, Vietnam Airlines, Philippine Airlines and Garuda Airways.</p>
<p>Media release from Melbourne Airport Thursday 22 October 2009</p>
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<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Century;" lang="EN-US">Join this exclusive tour escorted  by <strong><em>Ross McKinnon</em></strong> A.M. curator in Charge  of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens on a Botanical Romp through Chile, Brazil and  Argentina- visiting South American’s Leading Gardens, Nurseries and Historic  homes and sites. </span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Century;" lang="EN-US">Ross McKinnon is well known for  his extensive knowledge in the world of gardening. Ross has been featured in the  written word, radio and television appearances. Ross has escorted many Garden  Tours with <span>the Group Travel  Specialists</span>. This year he returns to South America for an encore  including Carnival! </span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Century;" lang="EN-US">The tour highlights are many, join  and you will find yourself in Parati, an ancient Portugese Town whose streets  are washed with the incoming Tide….Plus experience the World’s Largest and most  Famous Carnival in Rio – De-Janerio, the most exciting city on  Earth!</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Century;" lang="EN-US">Don’t miss out on this fully  escorted tour, 19 days of touring including return airfares<span> from Melbourne,Sydney, Brisbane</span> and  current taxes * for only $10,699.00 per person Twin Share.<span> <span>This tour  is also available for purchase from from anywhere in the world, join us in  Santigo, price on application. </span></span></span></p>
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