Latest news, upcoming trips and more No Images? Click here Hi there, We're excited by the year ahead as we help clients travel around the globe for numerous ministries and life-giving projects. We are thrilled to announce a new Holy Land tour with renowned Australian author and speaker; John Dickson. We have a range of Holy Land and Bible tours in 2018 and we look forward to supporting clients as they embark on often 'once-in-a-life-time' travel experience. Our WIN 2 TICKETS TO AFRICA competition is back! At the time of writing this newsletter, we only have 8 entries! If there was ever a competition to enter with such a high chance, this would be it! So take a moment to find out how to enter and don't leave it too late so you have time to invite your Facebook friends to like your video to place you in the Top 10 liked videos. It doesn't have to be anything slick or fancy, you just need your friends to like it to go into the draw to win. New Tours 2018 The Origins of Christianity with John Dickson Israel 1-11 October 2018 What really happened in first-century Galilee and Judaea? Join author and historian John Dickson, on a historical and cultural adventure throughout the length and breadth of modern Israel—from the Dead Sea to Lake Galilee, from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean. We will investigate the key sites of Jesus’ life, explore his cultural background, separate fact from fiction, and piece together how a peasant preacher changed the course of history with daily onsite lectures. STRICTLY LIMITED SPACES 89.9 LightFM Holy Land Tour Israel and Jordan5 - 21 October 2018With local guides, journey to the Holy Land’s most sacred places and enjoy incredible Israeli cuisine. Led by Clayton Bjelan, LightFM presenter, this is a great opportunity to holiday on your own or with family and friends. EARLYBIRD DEAL -Book & deposit by 28 February 2018 for $300 discount INFORMATION SESSION - Thursday 8th March 2018 RSVP here The competition is back! Don’t miss your chance to win. For full details visit our website by clicking here. Did you know if your name on your ticket doesn't IDENTICALLY match your passport you could be denied boarding the flight at your cost? Even if it's just ONE letter that is different, travellers will find themselves in this predicament costing them sometimes thousands of dollars to board a flight. Passenger names must match passports exactly. So when you reserve a flight or complete an online form for the quote or reservation, each name, including your middle name(s), needs to be identical to your passport. Failure to provide accurate information at the time of quoting or booking a flight can result in problems with security and control authorities, passenger processing and being denied boarding, which could be a catastrophe! You may recall Interserve ran a 'Hope After Border Crossings' project which was part of our Giving Back program. Last week we received a report from Interserve documenting some of the outcomes of the project. Here is a great story to share from Interserve - A Refugee Comes to Stay: What would you do if your dad put a gun to your head and said, “If you don’t want to follow the faith of our family, I will kill you”? This is unimaginable for most of us, but it is the testimony of a homeless 23 year-old Iraqi refugee who came to stay with us one night. Although a refugee himself, he wants to help others by serving at the refugee centre where we volunteer. We were so upset to hear that, for the past two weeks, he had been sleeping on a bench at the local bus station. That night, he came home with us so that, for at least for one night, he could have a home-cooked meal, a warm bed, and a shower. We were encouraged as he shared his amazing story of encountering Jesus. Here it is: “I first started seeking God by attending a local school in Iraq. However, I was turned off by the violence that was promoted, so I returned home dejected and eventually decided to become an atheist. Then, I became aware of a Christian in my city who encouraged me to honestly pray, ‘God, if you are real, then show me.’ What followed changed my life… Upcoming Tours Faith and Food Spain 19 September - 5 October 2018 Bookings close 23 February
Watch a 1 minute video of Lisa and Serg talk about the upcoming tour by clicking on the video on the left.
New Testament Letters Greece & Turkey 24 September - 10 October 2018 Discover the Bible Lands Israel, Palestine & Jordan Multiple dates Our staff love to travel! Each newsletter we highlight some of our staff's travel recommendations, experiences and aspirations. Mission Travel's Website Guru and Graphic Designer Travel Consultant - Corporate Retail Team Travel Consultant - Retail & Mission Team Mitch Sigley What is your favourite travel destination and why? "My favourite travel destination is Iceland. It's so surreal and alien, it felt like I was on a different planet!" What are 2 destinations on your bucket list? 1. Zion National Park in Utah, USA 2. Yosemite National Park in California, USA Arlyn Santos What is a travelling experience highlight that you want your friends to know about? "New Years Eve fancy dress in the South East Cornwall town of Looe. The whole town is in on the action, from grandparents to toddlers to even 4 legged friends." What is your favourite travel destination and why? "Japan! I love how the old and the modern blends and intertwines." Deanne Dwight What style of holiday do you like? "I like active travel holidays where the outdoors are explored and breathtaking landscape views are soaked in after a decent hike up the mountain." What is your favourite destination and why? "West Coast of the USA; I love this place because of the diversity of the landscape. You can be surfing in California while Snowboarding in Mount Hood, Oregon at the same time of year!" If you are an outdoor travel enthusiasts, watch Deanne's video of Yellowstone National Park in the USA with stunning footage from her Chase the Alpine blog. A cross-cultural short-term mission experience can transform your world as much as you might change the lives of those you serve. We partner with mission organisations around the globe which range from medical missions to exposure trips. Check out our diverse mission opportunities on our website: If you would like your mission trip to be included on our website contact our Mission Team: mission@missiontravel.com.au
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