The internet may have changed the way travellers do their research, but travel brochures are still a popular way of obtaining travel information. Here’s what new this week.
1. Pinpoint combines luxury properties into one Collection
Pinpoint Travel Group has released a brand new 15/16 edition of The Collection – a compilation of unique, luxurious and iconic properties from around the globe.
The Collection now features an expanded range in Australia and Bali, a brand new Vanuatu section, and lots of new hotels and resorts across Asia, Europe and the USA.
Showcasing properties with a modern and sophisticated style combined with stunning imagery, the range is aspirational and attainable – perfect for discerning clients who seek great experiences and those who are looking to indulge for a special occasion.
Head of Wholesale, Andrew Hutchinson highlighted the opportunities in the luxury space “46 percent of high net worth travellers have an annual travel budget of $10,000 – $30,000, and those travellers identified a property’s unique experiences and award winning history as key influencing factors”.
Brochures are available now via tifs or by emailing brochureorders@au.pinpoint.biz.
2. Albatross’ European Christmas market tours
The European Christmas markets, also known as Christkindlmarkt, date back to the late middle ages and are held in the four weeks of Advent. In simple terms they embellish a tradition of towns and villages expressing joy in the heart of the Festive Season.
For the ultimate Christmas Market experience travel on Albatross Tours 10 day German & Austrian Christmas Markets tour which explores nine Christmas markets in Frankfurt, Rothenburg, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nurnberg, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Munich and Fussen.
Highlights include a Nightwatchman walking tour in romantic Rothenburg, an incredible cable car ride up to the summit of the massive Zugspitze mountain, stay in the Bavarian village of Oberammergau, a guided tour of the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle and a visit to the extravagant Linderhof Palace.
Fully escorted by an experienced tour manager the tour includes transport in a first class touring coach, nine nights’ accommodation in authentic style hotels with porterage, breakfast daily, seven dinners, local guides and entrances as per the itinerary, plus more!
Priced at $3,389 per person twin share, Albatross Tours 10 day German & Austrian Christmas Markets tour departs Frankfurt on 8 and 11 December 2015.
3. Snowscene highlights skiing in Korea
Snowscene has launched its new ‘Snow Holidays Korea 2015/16’ wholesale standalone brochure featuring ski resorts in South Korea.
This brand new standalone 14-page brochure highlights deals to all major Korean ski resorts exclusive to Snowscene.
Travel agents nationally can use the guide to book specials through Snowscene at 10 percent commission with ski packages from $749pp.
Gorgeous; snow-capped mountains cover 70% of Korea’s land mass, making it one of the most mountainous regions in the world.
The mountain ranges in Korea form the perfect winter wonderland for skiers & snowboarders, not to mention Korea will be the home to the world’s greatest sporting event in 2018, the winter Olympics.
Brochure cans be ordered from Tifs or from agents@snowscene.com.au.
4. Walk your way around Tasmania
The Tasmanian Walking Company has released its winter experiences program which, for the first time, including the opportunity to privately charter the company’s luxury yacht, Lady Eugenie.
The 23 metre yacht was acquired last year as part of the Tasmanian Walking Company’s newest experience, the Wineglass Bay Sail Walk, which has just finished its spring/summer season. It is now available for groups to privately charter along with a full crew so they can walk some of the most pristine trails in Tasmania during winter and stay on board the cosy luxury yacht each night.
The yacht offers five comfortable guest rooms accommodating two people per room, catering for groups of up to 10 people.
By night, guests can relax in a spacious lounge and dining area and be treated to meals prepared by the crew, featuring fresh local Tasmanian produce and wine.
In addition, Tasmania’s iconic Cradle Mountain Huts Walk will once again be available during the winter months, allowing intrepid hikers to choose from seven departures throughout June, July and August where they can experience this stunning wintery landscape.
The eight-day Cradle Mountain Huts Winter Walk will trek through the World Heritage-listed Cradle Mountain – Lake St Clair National Park along the Overland Track in small groups of no more than 10 with two highly-experienced guides.
During the winter months, the high peaks along the Overland Track, as well as certain sections along the trail, receive fresh snowfalls, turning the Cradle Mountain National Park into a stunning winter wonderland.
Highlights of walking the Overland Track in winter including fewer people, crisp winter air, frozen lakes and frequent snowfalls which change the vistas of the surrounding landscapes.
