V Australia announced on Saturday it would launch a three-flight per week service between Melbourne and Los Angeles on September 15 with all inclusive return economy launch fares from $1199.
…The route is in addition to already announced Sydney-Los Angeles and Brisbane-Los Angeles.
…Sir Richard Branson said bargain fares from Australia’s newest international carrier and the weaker Australian dollar would help stimulate travel to and from the flagging US market.
…”I’m sure there will be great bargains to be had just to make sure that we don’t go with an empty seat,” he said.
…The first aircraft, the 360-seat “Didgeree Blue”, carried media, travel agents, staff members and several Australian celebrities based in the US to an enthusiastic reception at Los Angeles International Airport.
…The celebrities included actors Julian McMahon, Jason Clarke and Kimberley Joseph.
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