Jones & Co have recently moved to brand new office in Hawthorn and we are ready to take on the new year. With the easing of restrictions, we are all still navigating ourselves through this new world of travel and the ever-changing rules and regulations. Having worked with DMCs for over 10 years, the pandemic really solidified why working with someone based in the destination, and having the opportunity to speak with them firsthand, is so important.

All my DMCs can give you the relevant and ‘local’ information regarding restrictions and are ready to help you make your clients travel plans as seamless and stress-free as possible.
   
Onwards!
 

Jones & Co Roadshow
 

In the first half of 2022 we will be hosting our annual Jones & Co roadshow as a virtual event on our very own virtual platform which Nadine has invested in via her events and conference business. Our Virtual Roadshow will give you a great opportunity to book one on one meetings and download important and relevant information whilst also giving you a chance to learn about the changes and updates within each destination.

 

Going Virtual?
 

​Seamless integration connects over 2000 social media, e-commerce, marketing and booking software applications with ease. Extend attendee interaction and experience value with special rewards and event bonuses. 

If you would like more information on our virtual platform or schedule training or a meeting, then please feel free to book directly on the below link.
 

  
An Early Christmas Gift From Genesys
   

Create a Genesys account in December and you'll receive an editable 'end of year' template PLUS two promotional templates in January FREE OF CHARGE. 
  
According to a study by Campaign Monitor, for every $1 spent on email marketing $44 is made in return, yet 80% of independently owned Australian travel agencies don't manage to send a single email marketing campaign per month. Why?

You already know the answer; you're too busy! Who has time to create them? That's the real problem, and Genesys is the solution. Jump into the Genesys portal and you'll find a library of pre-authored eDM campaigns from a range of suppliers, ready to go. With your profile setup they are instantly branded with your livery & call to actions, and sending to your database takes as little as 2 minutes. You can edit them too!
   
Contact matt@genesys.co.za for more information.
      

In Country Updates
 

Hummingbird Travel is a wholesaler and ground handler for the Indian Ocean, specialising in the Maldives, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, and Seychelles. Operating in the Indian Ocean for over thirty years, they have unrivalled knowledge of the destinations they feature.

For up-to-date health and travel information for each destination, please click on each of the links: Maldives, Seychelles, Sri Lanka & Mauritius.

Dragonfly Africa has been involved in providing a wide range of services across a broad spectrum of tourism for almost 40 years. Their main business is incoming tourism from all over the world in the form of individual travellers, groups, meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions.

Please watch this lovely message from Antoinette from Dragonfly. Nadine will be visiting South Africa early in the new year and will have lots to report on her return.
 

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