‘PROTECT FUKUSHIMA KIDS’
In the wake of the March 2011 earthquake and subsequent tsunami, Hokkaido tracks are proud to announce our support of the ‘Protect Fukushima Kids’ campaign designed to raise funds for a range of initiatives in support of the children and families in the Fukushima disaster area.
After several months searching for a community based initiative to support, Hokkaido Tracks Management have partnered with the PROTECT FUKUSHIMA KIDS campaign which was originally set up to raise money for a temporary summer relocation program which allowed almost 50 children the opportunity to travel to Hokkaido for a few weeks over this summer.
Hokkaido Tracks Holidays will contribute 100 yen for every person that books with us over 2011/12 season (01 may 2011 to 30 April 2012)
The funds will go towards a collective of initiatives including the following;
1. Financial assistance to families in Fukushima, who have lost their homes and jobs or been forced to relocate to evacuation shelters
2. Temporary relocation program’s - provide an opportunity for children and parents in Fukushima to be relocated to Hokkaido and other areas for extended summer and winter holidays
We are delighted to be contributing in our small way by raising funds in support of the families and children of Fukushima and assisting in any way to help the community rebuild their lives.
If you would like to donate or get further information on how can help please contact us for details.
“We ask you to help us bring back the ‘true smile’ and spirit of life which should be trademark of our children” - Protect Fukushima Kids 2011
Tel: 090-6990-5447 FAX: 011-852-5006 / Blog: http://ameblo.jp/fukushimakids/
FREE SKI FOR KIDS UNDER 13 MARCH 2012
In an effort to expand on our ever increasing March season, HT Holidays in partnership with the Niseko Free Passport announced that Children under 13 years of age can ski Free from 01 March until 31 March 2012.
This applies to Grand Hirafu and all mountain lift passes and must be booked in conjuction with accommodation.
March ski season in Niseko has been highly undervalued by many of the international markets due to the perception that it is the end of the season and the quility of snow is not as good, however March sees an average snow fall of 3 metres and the likelihood of a lot more blue sky days is conciderably higher which makes March ski a great experience for all levels.
Things you may not know:
- March on average boasts a 4 meter snow base
- March 2011 received over 2.9 meters of fresh snowfall
- Night skiing and FREE shuttle run into April
- There are over 47 restaurants and nightspots in Niseko
- The accommodation rates are up to 60% cheaper than peak seasons
- KIDS SKI FREE
- 20% savings on lift passes
- Milder weather means more snow play
- Awesome established terrain Parks
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Qantas Group launches Jetstar Japan
Jetstar is expanding its Asian operations in Japan with a new low fare airline called Jetstar Japan.
The new airline is a partnership between Qantas Group, Japan Airlines (JAL) and Mitsubishi Corporation and has a total capitalization commitment of up to ¥12 billion, a Jetstar statement said.
Jetstar Japan was expected to fly from Tokyo and Kansai International, with other airports and bases being considered, including Sapporo, Fukuoka and Okinawa, a Jetstar statement said, with flights expected to start by the end of next year.
The airline would have an initial fleet of three new Airbus A320 aircraft designed for 180 customers in one class, with plans to grow the fleet to 24 A320s in a few years, the statement said.
Jetstar Airways, a Qantas subsidiary, flies long haul services from both Tokyo and Osaka to Cairns and the Gold Coast in Australia, with Airbus A330 two class aircraft, and from Singapore to Osaka with Jetstar’s Asia’s short haul A320 fleet.
Jetstar Japan would be the newest link in the airline’s network, the statement said. Jetstar currently offers connections to 17 countries including Australia, Singapore, Vietnam and New Zealand, the statement said.
Jetstar chief executive office Bruce Buchanan said the new venture would link existing services to Osaka and Tokyo with other popular destinations across Japan.
“Jetstar Japan means people will be able to travel on our network into Japan, and then continue on to the famous ski fields or cultural centres under our much-loved orange star.”
Fares are expected to be an average of 40% lower than current prices, the statement said, with special sales offering lower prices.
TRAVEL ADVISORY FOR NON ESSENTIAL TRAVEL TO JAPAN HAS BEEN LIFTED BY KEY MARKETS
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