Smooth Landings guaranteed for travellers heading to the UK

New Arrival Service To Give Australian Travellers A UK Bank Account, NI Number, SIM Card And Other Necessities Upon Arrival In UK

Sydney, AUSTRALIA, 09 November 2007 – Charterhouse Group International PTY is launching Smooth Landings, a new service designed to take the hassle out of travelling to the UK for work, it was announced today at the Sydney Adventure Travel & Backpackers Expo Stand No. 70.

Amanda Miller, Managing Director, Charterhouse Group International PTY, Australia, said, "During the three years since we established operations here, market feedback has confirmed that Smooth Landings offers sensible arrivals packages with the reliability that is much in demand."

Available for the first time in Australia, Smooth Landings offers a range of arrival services including a UK Sterling bank accounts, UK national insurance registration, free visa consultations, accommodation assistance and more. In addition they offer a unique opportunity to claim back up top 40 per cent of the cost of your airfare to the UK.

"Moving to work in a new country is an exciting adventure, but there is much to learn and to organise before you arrive in the UK," said Jen Monro, marketing manager for Smooth Landings. "With Smooth Landings, Australian travellers now have a partner with them every step of the way to make sure their arrival is hassle-free, and they make the most of their time in the UK."

With operations based in Brisbane, Smooth Landings offers travellers help and advice before taking their first working trip to the UK. And once they arrive in the UK, all 'smoothies' benefit from being employed by a UK company, FPS Umbrella, to avoid the pitfalls of arriving in a new country unassisted.

Smooth Landings is part of Charterhouse Group International. Established in 1989, the Group has worked since its inception with international travellers to make their time in the UK a rewarding experience. The Group employs more 150 staff worldwide.

Our arrival packages range from $85 to $180 depending on the services selected and are available for purchase online at www.mysmoothlandings.com.

A basic membership includes:

  • A unique opportunity to recover up to 40 per cent on air fares.
  • A UK Sterling bank account opened before arrival.
  • A national insurance number to simplify tax arrangements and demonstrate contributions if necessary.
  • A UK SIM card ready for use upon arrival.

Other value added services include:

  • Info Session and NetworX – essential information on living and working in the UK for new arrivals including a opportunity to socialise with other newly-arrived Smoothies.
  • Discount on tax return services – £75 discount on SmoothTax personal tax return services.
  • Smoothie Lounge – Open during normal office hours the Lombard Street lounge in the City of London is a safe environment with free Internet access.
  • Discounted gym packages – No joining fee and 25 per cent off monthly fees, nationwide.
  • Free email for a month – hellosmoothie 60 mb email facility.
  • Free USB stick drive – To store all important UK documents for easy access.
  • Accommodation guarantee – Accommodation in London researched and booked.

 

Further information from:

Jennifer Monro, Marketing Manager
Charterhouse Group Ltd, Viking House, St Paul’s Square, Ramsey, UK, IM8 1GB
Tel: 01624 810 590 Fax: 01624 818 515
Email:

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