AUSBOUND EYES ABTA
Ausbound has launched its brochure featuring pre and post tours for agents attending the ABTA convention in Cairns in November. ABTA operator Lawson International has put together nine set modules throughout Australia ranging from two to eight nights, while Ausbound will also tailor make individual packages. Examples include a five-day/four-night Queensland tour taking in the islands, reef and rainforest for £192including accommodation, day cruise, coach touring and some meals.
ACCOR NEWCOMERS
Accor Asia Pacific is to expand its budget Formule 1 and Ibis 2003 brand, opening its first Formule 1 hotel in Melbourne on June 2. Other developments next year include the new Novotel and Ibis hotels at the Sydney Olympic Village.