| PUBLISHER'S CORNER - By Doug Cooke, CTC |
Jax Fax Email Rewards
As a travel professional I am sure you
view emails as a double-edged sword.
On one hand, email is a great communication
tool, allowing you to communicate
quickly and effectively with your
clients. Likewise, it is also an effective
way for industry suppliers to communicate
with you. On the other hand, we
are all inundated with emails on a daily
basis. Sorting through them and deciding
what to read and what to delete is a
time consuming task. Shouldn't you be
rewarded for taking your valuable time
to sift through these promotional emails
that are sent to you daily? Wouldn't it
be nice if someone would compensate
you for the time and energy it takes to
manage the emails you receive? That is
the idea behind the new JAX FAX Email
Rewards program..... Read more. |
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| CRUISE NEWS - By Lilian Africano, Cruise Editor |
 Paul Gauguin Cruises Completes $7 Million Renovation...
Variety Cruises Launches a Comprehens ive US Travel Trade Initiative...
Cunard Royal Rendezvous to Celebrate Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee...
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| CARIBBEAN NEWS - By Melanie Reffes |
Selling the Caribbean : Marketplace 2012
Frenchmsan's Reef & Morning Star Beach Resort
Fast Track to Fabulous : Elegant Hotels in Barbados
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| EDITOR'S DESK - By Katie Hultgren |
 Style Evolution
By now, you should have noticed the new design of JAX FAX. We are looking pretty good these days, if I do say so myself! The style we are going for is a little more modern, with larger photos and more color to add flair to the already interesting articles we provide to our readers each month.
In coming to work here at JAX FAX, our new art director took on a big challenge. Through the years, there have been gradual changes to the look of the magazine, but he gave us a true makeover. That was our goal, and despite some hiccups and glitches - we did it! I think the May issue is even better than the April - we've ironed out some of the wrinkles. Silvio is a very talented guy, with great creativity, tons of knowledge and lots of patience. You see, he had to train me on new software, and his way of doing things!
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| COMING NEXT MONTH IN JAXFAX MAGAZINE |
Editorial line- up for June 2012
Cover feature: Philippines
Africa & Middle East
Asia & S. Pacific
Caribbean
C. & S. America
Cruise News
Europe
Industry News
USA & Canada
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Moroco
The Philippines; India
Exploring Riviera Maya; Dominican Rep.
Dive Travel Latin America
Smaill Ships
vienna; Biking and Hiking Europe
Facebook for your business
Vancouver update |
SUPPLEMENT: 2012 Guide to AIR CONSOLIDATORS
Editorial Copy • Ad Space Reservation: May 1
Consolidator Listings due by: May 4
Ad material is due on or before: May 11 |
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| AIRLINE & AIR CONSOLIDATOR NEWS |
 Kuala Lumpur: Air Asia X Will Charge Anti-Social Passengers Extra
In the States we've seen airfares go from "bundled" to a more a la carte, "unbundled" model. Then Uncle Sam stepped in and claimed it was unfair and moved to a more transparent pricing structure. Naturally, some spirited airlines stomped their feet. All of the pricing changes lately with US carriers actually make us thankful we don't regularly fly Air Asia X.
The long haul cousin of Air Asia has been hugely successful with ancillary revenue, regularly raking in some of the highest figures worldwide. The low-cost carrier only charges customers basic flight prices, providing higher levels of service for further fees. We're not just talking about adult beverages or pillows and blankets; on short and long-haul service, Air Asia charges for food, entertainment and seamless flight connections.(Jaunted - The Pop Culture Travel Guide. |
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| HOTEL REVIEW |
Frenchman's Reef & Morning Star Beach Resort
Following a soft opening in October, Marriott Frenchman's Reef and adjacent Morning Star Beach Resort in St. Thomas re-opened earlier this month with a grand party attracting the island's glitterati. With 302 rooms and suites, the newly renovated Frenchman's Reef is a stunning showpiece of architectural splendour with sweeping vistas of Charlotte Amalie, one of the Caribbean's most majestic ... Read more. |
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| DESTINATION FOCUS |
Czech Republic
Quintessential Europe
With more than 200 castles, baroque palaces, a lively café scene, Gothic churches, picturesque Medieval streets, mountain scenery and historic spas, the Czech Republic is a microcosm of all the things your clients dream of in a trip to Europe. Add to that a glittering array of 20th-century architectural icons and spectacular 21st-century design, along with a new appreciation for traditional and locally produced foods. Plus, its infrastructure of modern hotels and transport services means your work is almost done for you.
What's new?
The town of Ceský Krumlov is getting a lot of attention this year as the 2012 winner of the coveted award, The Golden Apple, the world tourism equivalent of the Oscars. Already acclaimed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the South Bohemian town joins a select group of others that have been named the most significant tourism destinations in the world.
In February, Czech National Rail
ways (www.Idnes.cz) opened special women-only compartments on several routes, including most of the Eurocity trains heading to Germany, Austria and Slovakia. The compartments available only to women offer more safety and privacy for female travelers, and are regularly checked by railway staff.
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| EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW - By Katie Hultgren, Editor |
 With Warren Friesner
For a unique perspective on travel to Taiwan, the Taiwan Tourist Bureau put JAX FAX in touch with Mr. Warren Friesner. Through his business partner, Mr. Friesner has had extensive personal experience traveling to Taiwan and has a fascination with the country, its people and its diverse cuisine. Warren Friesner is a founding partner and creative director of Clear Light Interactive Corp. (www.clearlightcorp.com), a print and digital design firm in New York, and is co-founder of (www.eventfullydeals.com), a website which markets fully configured events ....Read More |
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| SUPPLIER'S PROFILE - By Doug Cooke |
 Louis Hellenic Cruises
JAX FAX recently had the opportunity to meet Louis Cruises' Dr. Pythagoras Nagos (right), Commercial Director, and Nicholas Filippidis (left), Director of Product Development, N. America, to discuss their results from 2011 and plans for the upcoming 2012 seasons,
2011 was a difficult year for many destinations, and Greece had its own unique challenges. Can you give our readers an idea of how Louis Cruises fared in 2011?
2011 was different year from any year in the past. Following the headlines, you see that Greece has been through very hard times. However, these political and ... Read more. |
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| HOME BASED TRAVEL AGENTS REGISTRY |
 Advantages for travel agents:
Get the recognition you deserve from travel suppliers. Get your name onJAX FAX's
Home Based Travel Agent Registry
One of the disadvantages ofbeing a home-based agent is the loss of personal contact with travel suppliers and your local BDM's. Plus as a home-based agent, you may be working through host agencies and therefore suppliers may not be aware of your sales of their products.
The Home Based Travel Agent Registry serves two purposes:
It will let suppliers know who you are and what areas you specialize in. It will provide you with a list of home-based agent friendly suppliers and will have a directory of BDM's so you will know
who your local contact person is. To find out more clck here. |
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