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Hurtigruten will use storytelling to amplify its message in global markets, including Australia and New Zealand, that its ‘new’ Signature itineraries are permanent edition to the Norwegian company’s voyage collection.

AmaWaterways’ establishment of an Australian beachhead and alignment with Virtuoso in this region has been a pipedream of the business for years, says Gary Murphy, Co-Owner and SVP of Sales for the river cruise operator.

Virtuoso has revealed it will introduce the Virtuoso Cruise Icon platform to the Australian and New Zealand markets. Set to be announced in April, the program’s launch in the AU/NZ region has been aided by Virtuoso’s Regional Member Advisory Board.

Virtuoso has revealed the winners of its annual Australia & New Zealand Forum during a gala dinner at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok tonight.

Signature Travel Network has released its Signature Educational Journeys (SEJ) program for 2024. This program — exclusive to Signature members — provides travel advisors the opportunity to embark on transformative educational trips that educate and offer responsible and impactful travel experiences while gaining a deeper understanding of the destinations and services of the host company.

Matthew Upchurch, Chairman and CEO of global luxury travel network, Virtuoso, has revealed the three major focus points that are top of mind for the consortia at present, alongside new initiatives being developed to preserve the company’s distinction.

Virtuoso Australia/New Zealand today reported an epic four-fold increase in completions for its travel academy modules in 2023, as members of the luxury travel network knuckled down on upskilling their staff’s knowledge.

Link Travel Group has expanded its membership by announcing no fewer than four new agencies will join their ranks in the coming months. Maxims Travel (Sydney), Solve Travel Management (Sydney), Mettrex Travel (Melbourne) and Lexus Travel (Melbourne) – all previously part of Magellan Travel – join this invitation-only collective by 1 July 2024.

FBI Travel is reaping the benefits of its unique affiliation with Forbes Travel Guide, says Danny Englman, Joint Managing Director. The Victoria-based agency earned its endorsement with Forbes Travel Guide last year and remains the sole frontline seller in Australia and New Zealand to have that privilege.

1000 Mile Travel Group is gearing up for its highly anticipated second global conference, being held 14-17 March at the Hyatt Ziva in San José del Cabo. Embodying the theme “Strive & Thrive: Business Evolution 2024 & Beyond”, the event promises three days of insightful discussions, collaborative workshops, keynote speakers and immersive experiences.

G Adventures’ new premium-end program has been a runaway success since its launch last year, says company Founder and CEO Bruce Poon Tip, with the adventure specialist rapidly expanding its Geluxe Collection to now encompass 45 itineraries in 26 countries.