When it comes to meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions, Fiji is a destination that delivers. This beautiful archipelago of 333 islands has an established track record of hosting outstanding global events. Blessed with a tropical climate that lures visitors all year-round, Fiji is resplendent with natural wonders.  If you like choice when making site selections, Fiji gives you countless options.  Services are incomparable and always come with the warmest smiles. Close to home, great value and a diverse choice of experiences. You’ll wonder how you’ve missed discovering Fiji.

We invite you to host a unique and memorable meeting, event or conference in Fiji. Contact us now and start exploring your options.  Contact Groups@PulseTravel.com.au or phone 1800 810 557.

When 10 or more people travel to a common destination for a common purpose, they are considered a group.  For groups, we will negotiate reduced rates for your air travel, accommodation, meals and other required services.  In this instance, all reservations should be handled by one authorized person or department, not the individual employees.  Groups and conference policies may also include budget restrictions, approval requirements and accounting and payment procedures.  It should also be noted that all 10 travellers do not have to travel on the same flight e.g. 10 sales reps from all around Australia meet in Sydney for a sales meeting for one day.  The discounts are sometimes in excess of 50%.  These discounts may also be used if more than 10 people from around Australia travel to one city for a wedding.

V Australia has now commenced its commercial service from Sydney to Los Angeles.  On board the inaugural flight were the airline’s co-founders, Sir Richard Branson and Brett Godfrey, as well as some special Australian celebrity guests.  The airline will initially fly the Sydney-LAX route three times a week, ramping up to daily from 20 March.  The carrier will also launch direct fl ights from Brisbane and Melbourne to LAX and recently confirmed it has set its sights on routes from Australia to South Africa.

Organisations in both the private and public sectors are striving to cut costs and maximise their return on investment for every dollar spent.

We have seen a number of swings in the business cycle, with the travel industry usually hit quite hard in downturns, but always demonstrating great resilience and “bouncebackability”. One thing we have always seen, though, is that businesses do need to travel, no matter how tough times are. The trick is in managing the process as efficiently as possible to meet business goals. 

Pulse Travel is ready to work with you on the key issues related to managing costs and delivering value to you our valued clients.  Please contact Stan@PulseTravel.com.au for assistance to establish and implement a concise, simple and workable “Corporate Travel & Entertainment Policy”.

Interested in going to a destination that you know nothing about? 
If you would like us to post you a brochure for no charge, please e-mail your name, address, destination and a brief description of what interests you, i.e. cruise, organised tours, island hopping, spa holidays etc to emmalita@pulsetravel.com.au

Air Pacific has just announced that it has been granted IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) accreditation, and awarded the Gold Standard level of safety.

“Fiji can be proud of the high standard achieved by its international airline and the staff who maintain those standards,” said John Campbell Air Pacific’s Managing Director and CEO.   Air Pacific currently operates a fleet of Boeing aircraft to 18 destinations in 12 countries.

Emirates has launched a new tactical fare from Australia to Johannesburg and Nairobi. Prices lead in at $1199 return ex PER and  $1399 from Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. All bookings must be made by 23 Mar 09 and the deals are valid for travel to 30 Jun.

Please note, terms and conditions apply, with specials available on limited flight numbers only. Minimum stay in seven days, maximum stay is four months.

Qantas will make further cuts to its international fuel surcharges. The reduced levies will see surcharges on one-way tickets to UK and Europe cut from AU$160 (US$102) to AU$95 (US$61), mainland USA, Canada, South America, South Africa and India cut from AU$130 to AU$85, Asia, Pacific, Honolulu down from AU$95 to AU$55, and New Zealand surcharges reduced from AU$55 to AU$30.

As part of its 75th Anniversary celebrations, South African Airways has announced great value fares to passengers travelling from Adelaide and Perth to Johannesburg return for $1300, with connecting fares to four cities in South Africa for an extra $100.

Emirates has released a one-way airfare between Dubai and Oman’s capital Muscat from just USD50.

LAN Airlines Special fares to South America, for sales until 15Mar09 and departures 01Mar-31Aug09. Fares start from AUD960 gross from SYD to RIO/SAO & AUD970 gross from SYD to SCL, excluding taxes and fuel surcharges.

Jet Airways, with interline partners Qantas or Malaysia Airlines,  services over 40 points in India.  Gross fares inclusive of taxes from east coast Australia to Delhi start from AUD1261; while fares inclusive of taxes start at AUD1192 from Perth.

Tiger Airways has launched its thrice weekly direct service between ADL-Alice Springs today. The new route is expected to bring an extra 600 visitors to ASP each week.

Don't miss out on the following fantastic events:


Formula One Grand Prix - Albert Park Melbourne 26 to 29 Mar 09
Hong Kong Sevens - 26 to 30 Mar 09
2009 Formula 1 ING Australian Grand Prix- Melbourne - 26 to 29 Mar 09
Byron Bay Bluesfest - April 09
2009 Formula 1 ING Malaysian Grand Prix - 3 to 6 Apr 09
Wimbledon Championships 2009 - London - 22 to 30 Jun 09
Billy Elliot - Melbourne - to 16 Apr 09
Chicago the Musical - Sydney - May 09
La Traviata: Verdi, Opera Queensland - 16 to 30th May 09
Paris Opera Ballet 'La Bayadere' - Brisbane - 24 Jun to 4 Jul 09

You can combine any of the above events with a fantastic accommodation package, please contact us for details.

Australian tourists searching for ways to enjoy more ‘bang for their buck’ during the current period of economic crisis should look no further than South Korea.   Korea represents excellent value for Australian travellers in these tough economic times.

South Korea also has great transport infrastructure with a ride anywhere on Seoul’s city subway costing no more than a dollar.

If for no better reason than to have more value for your travelling dollar, Korea also offers many fun-filled festivals throughout the year which will allow tourists to experience the true heart of the country.

The upcoming Lotus Lantern Festival, which will be held in Seoul from 24-26 April, is one of the most visually spectacular festivals which see a parade of evening lanterns shine through the streets of Seoul.

Seoul has always been known as a great city to shop.  Grab some bargains from Namdaemun (South Gate) or Gongdaemun (East Gate) markets.   From the high fashion boutiques of Apgujeong-dong to the traditional arts and crafts pedestrian street of Insa-dong, Seoul truly is a shopper’s paradise day and night.

Royal Caribbean says that with recent cheap airfares between Australia and Los Angeles, now is a great time to consider Mexican Riviera cruises.  The cruise line has recently repositioned its massive Mariner of the Seas in LA, making it the biggest ship ever to offer cruises from the US west coast.  The vessel is operating a series of seven-night Mexican Riviera cruises starting from A$1198 for an inside cabin and $1358 for a balcony.  For more information and availability please contact terrid@pulsetravel.com.au

Captain Cook Cruises has a 'First In Best Room’ sale where all levels of accommodation on the Murray Princess 3, 4 and 7 night cruises are being sold for the one price. Each day features exciting day trips to historic ports, sacred Aboriginal sites, a sheep station and woolshed and a native wildlife shelter. The ‘First in Best Room’ sale finishes on 16 March 2009 and is valid for travel until 31 March 2010. Prices start from $710pp twin share for the 3-night Wetlands Discovery Cruise, $946 for the 4-night Outback Heritage Cruise and $1487 for the 7-night Murraylands and Wildlife Cruise. Prices include all meals, tranfers and activities.

Silversea Cruises newest luxury ship, Silver Spirit, has reached an important milestone being transferred (“floated out” in shipbuilding
parlance) from dry dock to wet dock at the Fincantieri shipyard
in Ancona, Italy. The 36,000-ton, all-suite Silver Spirit will now undergo its final outfitting works and be ready for its first voyage on 23 December, before its formal naming ceremony in Fort Lauderdale, USA, on 21 January 2010.

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