*** The DPD is now no longer in place – see news article here It is a requirement of the Australian government that all passengers arriving in Australia must complete a Digital Passenger Declaration (DPD). Any clients who do not complete a Digital Passenger Declaration (DPD) will face unnecessary delays and possible penalties when arriving
Category Archives: Business
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Mar
Mar
MTA – Mobile Travel Agents (MTA) has partnered with aviation tech company Monarc Global, to give MTA travel advisors access to pricing and booking for chartered aircraft in real-time via their Travech software. The software will enable MTA advisors to provide an accurate quote within minutes and instant booking for charter flights, avoiding the need
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2 x AIRFARES & TICKETING EXTRAORDINAIRES NEEDED Due to our continued growth, MTA-Mobile Travel Agents is looking for 2 x Airfares and Ticketing Specialists to join our friendly team. Both roles will be working as part of an enthusiastic, high-achieving team supporting our advisors. You’ll love the challenge of airfares and issuing tickets on Galileo,
Business, Cruise, Family, Groups, Holidays, Home Page News, Honeymoon, Luxury
Trans-Tasman travel bubble opens 19 April
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It’s the announcement we’ve been waiting for – New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced a two-way, quarantine-free trans-Tasman travel bubble will start from 11.59pm on Sunday, April 18. The decision comes after coming close several times only to have the announcement delayed after minor outbreaks on both sides of the Tasman. “While we absolutely wish
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Busier than ever…Kim Newton talks to Travel Weekly
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Mar
Mar
IT IS WITHOUT QUESTION THAT THE WORLD IS A DIFFERENT PLACE TO WHAT IT WAS PRE-PANDEMIC. Our lifestyles have changed dramatically, and many businesses have been left economically devastated. There is also no doubt that the travel industry has borne the brunt of this devastation. One thing that can be taken away from this disastrous
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Orange travel agents say domestic travel still the focus as cruises gain interest
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Mar
TRAVEL BUG: MTA – Mobile Travel Agent Michelle Young says although there’s future interest in international travel, right now people are looking domestic. The introduction of digital health passes is expected to provide reassurance for international jet setters once borders reopen, but Orange travel agents have confirmed while they remain closed interest is still firmly
Business, Family, Holidays, Home Page News, Luxury
Fiona Gent shares why 2020 is the year to join MTA
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Nov
Nov
As the role of the travel advisor evolves, it’s now more possible to create curated travel experiences on your own terms. Whether it’s flexible hours or simply the satisfaction of working for yourself, going mobile is what more and more travel advisors are turning to. Gold Coast-based advisor Fiona Gent made the move to MTA
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Why now is the perfect time to become a Mobile Travel Agent
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Oct
Oct
THE GLOBAL PANDEMIC HAS HAD A DEVASTATING IMPACT, EVEN ON THE MOST EXPERIENCED TRAVEL AGENTS. But with the right support, resources and business model you can take the edge off the pain and be ready for travel to return. Making the switch to a mobile travel agent business, like MTA – Mobile Travel Agents, could be
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The remarkable true story of Jessica Watson OAM is coming to Netflix, having been made into a feature film based on her #1 best-selling memoir, True Spirit and directed by Sarah Spillane (Around the Block, This Life) In 2010, 16-year-old Jessica Watson became the youngest person to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world.
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MTA-Mobile Travel Agent, Ally Kilpin is celebrating her 20th anniversary with the company having joined as one the original ‘mobile travel agents’. MTA now boasts over 430 mobile travel agents based nationwide. Based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Ally has worked in the travel industry for over 35 years in South Africa, the United Kingdom and