Creative Holidays Bali program expands for travel in 2007/2008

Creative Holidays has announced the release of its 2007/2008 Bali program which has experienced substantial growth, presenting consultants with more holiday options for clients.

The brochure includes a diverse range of sightseeing and excursions and a wide variety of accommodation packages with dedicated sections on; Sightseeing, South Kuta, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Tanah Lot, Sanur, Nusa Dua and Tanjung Benoa, Jimbaran Bay, Ubud, Candi Dasa, Nusa Lembongan and Lombok.

Andrew Yell, general manager, sales, marketing and product, Creative Holidays said, “Bali is an incredibly diverse, great value destination which, with the continued support of the travel industry and consumers, will remain a favourite holiday destination for Australians.

“We have seen an increase in demand in Bali which continues to gain momentum. With these trends indicating market change we predict a considerable increase in the most popular areas of Kuta, Legian and Seminyak. We also expect to see this flow onto greater sales for Sanur, Nusa Dua and Jimbaran in 2007.

“Already specific products are showing early signs of growth, like our four and five-star hotels, villa properties and luxury boutique hotels.

“One of the key reasons behind Bali’s ongoing popularity is the range of accommodation options available, from budget to five-star deluxe. Bali has something for everyone with experiences such as spa treatments, great shopping, jungle treks, cooking classes and a range of water sports and activities. Plus, the Balinese people are incredibly friendly and welcoming which really enhances the holiday experience.

“With two new apartment style resorts opening in 2007 – one beachfront in Legian and the other on the edge of the golf course in Nusa Dua – a new style of accommodation and market is set to open in Bali. The inclusion of an expanded range of villa properties is included to cater for the growing enquiry level and rapid development of this important style of accommodation. The Outrigger O-CE-N Bali is scheduled to open May this year and will open up apartment-style accommodation to families and couples with Studio Rooms priced from $95 per person, twin share.

“We have put a lot of time and effort into including an extensive variety of locations and accommodation categories and standards to cater for all tastes. Inclusive holidays are the most popular purchase for Bali including air, transfers and accommodation. Agents should capitalise on this and really up-sell. Many of our hotels brochured feature special offers, including bonus nights, room upgrades and value added offers, all of which help close sales.

“As agents are our sole partners we have worked tirelessly to produce a brochure which provides a clear and consistent layout which breaks Bali down into easy to find geographic sections with detailed maps. Within each geographic section is a range of properties sorted in price order. To further increase booking ease nearly all brochured hotels have two or more room categories detailed and priced for easier understanding and choice. At the end of the day our brochures are designed as informative, impartial destination guides for consultants to use as a sales tool for their clients.”

Creative Holidays’ Bali brochure provides a comprehensive information source and research tool to help travellers plan their holiday and features destination information supplied by Lonely Planet including temperature charts, country and area maps, travel facts, country highlights and much more throughout.

As a SPECIAL BONUS, Lonely Planet is offering significant discounts on their range of travel guides to Creative Holidays’ customers, if they wish to learn more about Bali. Check out www.creativeholidays.com where your clients can save 20% off all full priced Lonely Planet guides.

Creative Holidays is Australia’s leading independent holiday company with a range of holidays to suit everyone – especially those who enjoy the independence and flexibility of planning their own holiday.  Creative Holidays’ great deals are available exclusively through travel agents. See www.creativeholidays.com for more information.

Report by The Mole