january 2009 news

Innovation and Information

Sneak preview - Next generation client reporting

We have been heavily involved with our technology partner, Tramada, in the design and testing of a next generation reporting tool. The new reports will assist you in gathering, manipulating, analysing and presenting data to make better business decisions. As a result you will no longer need to focus on "what has happened" but "what is the best that could happen".

We’re sure you will like the look and feel of the new reports, as well as their content. Not only will the reports supply detailed and relevant data for current travel (which can be filtered using a series of very effective parameters), they also permit further benchmarking and time series analysis.

And because everyone has different needs, the data is in a series of user friendly and flexible formats.  Below is just one example. Remember too, in keeping with our values of transparency and honesty, Travelcorp already offer all clients access to online, real time reports so you always have the most valuable data at your fingertips.

Forthcoming Events around Australia

Perth

19 -22 Feb  - Johnnie Walker Classic
For the golf fanatics, 19 -22 February spells Johnnie Walker Classic at The Vines Resort & Country Club, Swan Valley.
This event attracts the world’s best golfers and is known as Asia Pacific’s most prestigious golf tournament.

In 2009, an exciting player line up that includes Greg Norman, Lee Westwood and Paul Casey, will play The Vines Resort and Country Club, one of Perth’s premier public courses.

17th – 19th Feb - Australasian Oil & Gas Exhibition
On a more serious note, (yet conveniently on the 17th – 19th February, right before the Johnnie Walker Classic) is the 2009 Australasian Oil & Gas Exhibition, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. More than 300 local and international exhibitors will be on show at the 2009 Australasian Oil & Gas Exhibition in Perth, making it the biggest oil and gas expo ever held in the Southern Hemisphere.

The biennial event is the premier Australasian oil and gas industry exhibition and will feature almost everything related to oil and gas exploration, production and transportation, from vast exploration projects to micro technology.

It is expected to attract a wide range of visitors to Perth including key decision makers from companies concerned with oil and gas production, exploration, engineering, construction, diving and underwater, rig and platform equipment, as well as contractors for drilling, pipelines and seismic work.

Melbourne

Jan 19 - Feb 1   Australian Open Tennis
This first week is the busier of the two with this weekend being the hardest to find accommodation. We have a number of rooms up our sleeve with much better rates than what is currently available on last-minute websites.  Please contact your consultant if you need help confirming accommodation during this event!

Future Major Events and Important Dates in February 

Parliament sits    3 - 5     Canberra
Austrauma 2009    12 - 14     Sydney
Australia v New Zealand (20/20 cricket match)    15     Sydney
Mining Export Infrastructure    17 - 19     Brisbane
AIME 09    17 - 19     Melbourne
Australasian Oil & Gas Exhibition & Conference    17 - 19     Perth
3rd International Cerebral Palsy Conference    18 - 21     Sydney
Reed Gift Fair    21 - 25     Sydney
Adelaide Fringe Festival     27 - 22     Adelaide

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 Travelscene American Express gift cards can be redeemed at any Travelcorp office Australia-wide.  They can be redeemed for air, accommodation, car hire, packages and so much more…the list is endless.

The gift cards can be issued with any value amount and are valid for 12 months from date of purchase.
Call your nearest Travelcorp office today to have your gift cards issued!

Changes to Qantas service fees – Effective 17th Feb

Qantas is making adjustments to service fees applied in Australia for the specialised services provided by the Qantas Industry Centre.
A flat fee of $60 will apply for the following services:
-    If Qantas are required to issue a ticket on our behalf
-    Pre paid ticket advice
-    Name correction
-    Lost ticket Indemnity

Travelcorp Baby News

A huge congratulation to Davinia from the Ultimo office on her delivery of a healthy baby boy, weighing in at 6 pounds, born on 3rd January.  Kamizono Ryan Makiri arrived two weeks early and was a wonderful New Year surprise.

Both mum and baby are doing great!

Evaluate your car hire policy

Car hire costs can be a significant portion of a company’s overall travel spend. Now is a good time to evaluate your company policy on hire cars.

Car or cab?

The most obvious question to ask before booking a hire car is, “Is this car necessary?”. When comparing the cost of a hire car to cab rides, remember to also take into account parking costs, particularly at hotels where valet parking can easily be $30 per day.

You should also compare the cost of the time using cabs versus hire cars.  Will it be more time effective to self-drive? Or is it better to use the drive in from the airport to catch up with some work in the back seat of a cab, and to go direct to the destination rather than driving around looking for a parking spot in an unfamiliar city?

The answers to these questions may vary from traveller to traveller. Perhaps it’s still more cost-effective to avoid taxis and provide your traveller with a GPS in the hire car (around $19 - $20 per day extra).

Company travel policy

•    What kind of car is mandated in your company travel policy?  Remember that while larger cars may only cost a few dollars more per day, they often consume significantly more fuel and emit more carbon.  

•    Does your company policy cover parking fines and toll evasion fines incurred by the driver?  Contact us for details of e-tags that can be used in Sydney and Melbourne hire cars.

•    Does the policy specify that drivers should re-fuel before dropping the car back to the depot?  Rental company fuel costs are currently at around $2.50 per litre, so returning a car with an empty 80 litre tank will cost around an additional $125 compared to half that price refueling prior to drop-off.

Company insurance policy

Check that your company insurance policy covers the excess on any damage or theft of a rental car – including on unsealed roads. Provided it does, remind your travellers that they don’t need to pay the extra insurance (around $35 per day), which is invariably offered by the car hire company on collection of the vehicle.

Watch the clock

Finally, car hire is charged in blocks of 24 hours, with additional hours being charged out at a much higher rate.  Renting a car for 25 hours instead of 24 means you will probably have to pay around 150% of the price of a one day hire.

Need some help?

For assistance in reviewing your expenditure on cars, in negotiating company specific rates for your company, or to discuss your car requirements, contact your Travelcorp consultant or client relationship manager.

Jan edition - Eventscorp

So that was 2008! What a whirlwind year ...

We have travelled to many destinations, both domestically and internationally, and with the help of our suppliers created so many great value and memorable events for our clients.

Now is the time to motivate and inspire

2009 promises to be challenging and exciting. While many clients are conscious of the economic climate, they are also discovering that it’s also the best time to motivate sales activity and engage in training and teambuilding.

And with new Qantas services coming online to South America, maybe it’s time to throw caution to the wind and teach your team to Tango in 2009!

Enhanced event management and reward experiences

Our Event Management System has had a major upgrade and is great resource that provides you with customised online registrations and new features like online reporting and post event surveys.

Performance and Loyalty Rewards continue to be in demand and our tailored reward fulfillment includes the latest in lifestyle products and travel experiences.

So, get motivated in 2009 or call us for some inspiration...

Guy on 02 9563 2913 or Laura 03 9567 3699

E: events@eventscorp.net.au

REWARD AND RECOGNITION

All About Eventscorp

At Eventscorp we specialise in sourcing and fulfilling incentive travel and consumer branded lifestyle rewards for corporate Incentives and employee recognition programmes.

Maximum impact and motivation

Our programs are designed to be unique, deliver creative reward solutions and ultimately, achieve outstanding results.

For sales and dealer incentives, travel continues to be the most promotable and inspirational reward because it appeals to both sides of the brain. Our right brain conjures up warm and fuzzy images of sipping on champagne with our partner overlooking the Eiffel Tower, or gazing at a stunning sunset across the plans of the Masai Mara. Meanwhile, our left brain ponders the logic and reasoning of how we can achieve such a scrumptious reward!

Fresh and exciting rewards

To stay at the forefront of incentive travel and lifestyle brands we constantly source new destinations and merchandise so your staff, supplier and customer rewards are fresh and enticing.

We can also customise rewards to meet your target audience needs, be it turning their lounge room into a cinema or their kitchen into a café, from toasters to Tiffany, Eventscorp can offer the essential and the enviable...

Whatever your aspirations and desires we offer a world of exclusive rewards including:

•    Group Incentive Travel
•    Citybreaks
•    Weekend Getaways
•    Retail Gift Cards
•    Luxury lifestyle Merchandise

Let our experience inspire yours...

Contact Guy : 02 9563 2999/ Laura 03 9567 3699

www.eventscorp.net.au