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Air

Qatar Airways Disappointed By Australia’s Decision To Reject Additional Flights

Joe Cusmano Oct 2, 2023

Qatar Airways executives spoke before an Australian Senate enquiry into the airline industry after the government denied the company’s request for extra flights to the country. Qatar…

Associations

IAATO to begin 2023-24 Antarctic Season with enhanced Responsible Tourism Measures

Kanchan Nath Oct 2, 2023

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) is set to begin its 2023-24 Antarctic season with new and enhanced measures to support safe and environmentally responsible…

Airlines and Aviation

SriLankan Airlines partners with Virgin Australia

Kanchan Nath Oct 2, 2023

SriLankan Airlines has entered into a first-ever interline partnership with Virgin Australia that will strengthen the airline’s network in Australia

Cruise

Oceania Cruises Adds Seven 2025 Summer French Polynesia and Hawaii Sailings

Joe Cusmano Oct 1, 2023

Oceania Cruises has announced seven additional exotic summer sailings to French Polynesia and Hawaii in 2025 on board the 670-guest boutique hotel-style Regatta, which will go on sale on…

Air

Australia’s New Low-Cost Bonza Launches Bonza Holidays

Joe Cusmano Oct 1, 2023

Australia’s newest low-cost carrier has launched a significant new offering, ‘Bonza Holidays’. From yesterday, Aussies can book tailored packaged holidays via the Fly Bonza app to any of…

Awards

NTIA Finalists in voted Categories announced

Kanchan Nath Sep 29, 2023

ATIA is excited to reveal the list of Finalists for the voted Categories (Categories #21 - 31) for this year’s National Travel Industry Awards (NTIAs).

Hospitality

BWH Hotels appoints Rod Munro as Managing Director of Operations for Australia and New Zealand

Kristin Mariano Sep 29, 2023

Leading global hotel brand, BWH Hotels has appointed Rod Munro to the role of Managing Director of Operations for Australia and New Zealand. Reporting to Vice President, International…

Corporate & Business

FCM expand its global meeting and events division

Kristin Mariano Sep 29, 2023

FCM Meetings & Events (FCM M&E), the long-standing specialists in the sector and flagship division of the Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG), has announced a global expansion of the…

Air

REX Welcomes Their Eighth B737 Jet To Their Fleet

Joe Cusmano Sep 27, 2023

Rex Airlines has just taken the delivery of the ninth Boeing 737-800NG aircraft in its fleet. The plane took a ferry flight from Changi Airport in Singapore, where it had been undergoing…

Global

Covid Inquiry must consider lockdowns and international travel ban

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2023

As the hardest hit sector in Australia’s economy as a result of COVID lockdowns and the international travel ban, the Travel Sector supports the Austalian Human Rights Commission in its…

Airlines and Aviation

China Eastern Announces The Resumption Of Service To Brisbane

Joe Cusmano Sep 25, 2023

China Eastern Airlines has announced that from 31 October, it will once again operate nonstop flights between Shanghai and Brisbane. China’s second-largest airline will start with…

Air

Bonza Announces New Services To Darwin And Alice Springs

Joe Cusmano Sep 25, 2023

Bonza has revealed Darwin and Alice Springs as its newest destinations, significantly boosting domestic tourism. With three new routes – Sunshine Coast to Darwin, Gold Coast to Darwin,…

Travel Tech

Virgin Australia expands long-term partnership with Sabre

Kanchan Nath Sep 21, 2023

Sabre Corporation has strengthened and expanded its relationship with Virgin Australia to allow the carrier to deliver improved retailing capability while supporting its growth objectives.

Airlines and Aviation

Asia tops the charts for international travellers these school holidays

Kanchan Nath Sep 21, 2023

Asia is the place to be these school holidays, with flights flying non-stop from Auckland to Bali, Hong Kong, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Taipei, and Tokyo.

Travel Agents

ATIA tells Senate inquiry a revolution is needed  

Kanchan Nath Sep 21, 2023

With international fares from Sydney in 2023 up to 99% higher than pre-COVID, and a lack of competition and capacity, the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) has told the  Senate…

Awards

AIME wins at the Australian Event Awards and Symposium

Kanchan Nath Sep 21, 2023

The Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) has been awarded Best Exhibition or Trade Show at the 2023 Australian Event Awards & Symposium. 

Airlines and Aviation

Mount Isa Gets A Hearty “Bonza” Greeting

Joe Cusmano Sep 20, 2023

Bonza’s latest route confirms the low-cost carrier’s commitment to Queensland, and it is the 13th route from the Gold Coast base, with ten routes not covered by any other airline.…

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand celebrates first year of service to New York

Kristin Mariano Sep 20, 2023

Air New Zealand wrote a touching love letter to New York to celebrate the first anniversary of the route. NZ's flagship carrier debuted the service on September 17, 2022 flying a 2018 …

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Inaugural New Zealand Business Events Week elevates sector

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2023

New Zealand's first Business Events Week launched on 18 Sept with the Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) Annual Conference in Marlborough, followed by policy and business forums in…

Train

Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour and the Indian Pacific: Two Iconic Experiences in One Journey

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2023

Journey Beyond’s 2024 Stagelights and Sydney Sights holiday package pairs a journey on the Indian Pacific with a night at the opera that promises to be just as dazzling as the diverse…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

AIME Wins At The Australian Event Awards And Symposium

Joe Cusmano Sep 19, 2023

At the 2023 Australian Event Awards & Symposium, the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) was named Best Exhibition or Trade Show. AIME earned the coveted accolade on…

Hotels

The Ascott Limited’s Citadines Walker opens with 252 keys in North Sydney

Kanchan Nath Sep 18, 2023

The latest offering from The Ascott Limited Australia, (Ascott Australia) Citadines Walker boasts the highest room count in North Sydney, offering 252 rooms across 19 levels inside the now…

Air

Emirates Announces Capacity Boost To Australia

Joe Cusmano Sep 14, 2023

Emirates has announced that, beginning 4 November, all Sydney flights will be operated by A380 aircraft. The move is part of the airline’s efforts to enhance customer connectivity and…

Cruise

Virgin Voyages’ Major Australia Expansion Confirmed

Joe Cusmano Sep 13, 2023

With US$550 million in the bank for his new all-adults cruise line, Richard Branson has made a major announcement. The cruise line, which will operate in Australia for the first time…

Air

Vietnam Airlines To Connect Perth With Ho Chi Minh City

Joe Cusmano Sep 13, 2023

Vietnam Airlines will begin three weekly nonstop flights on December 7, 2023. The announcement was made in Perth on the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Vietnam and…

Air

Rising Airfares and Travel Costs Drive Australian Travel Growth

Joe Cusmano Sep 13, 2023

Travel restrictions have long eased, and wanderlust grows stronger; Australians are flocking back to the skies, igniting a surge in domestic and international travel. However, this…

Air

LATAM Restarts Melbourne-Santiago Service

Joe Cusmano Sep 11, 2023

LATAM, the largest airline in South America, has resumed service between Santiago and Melbourne, restoring a direct link between the Australian state of Victoria and South America. On…

Cruise

Demands For A Third Cruise Terminal in Sydney

Joe Cusmano Sep 11, 2023

Industry experts believe New South Wales needs a new cruise terminal to accommodate super-sized ships and surging demand, which may bring up to $2 billion for the state’s economy this…

Air

Bonza Announces New Service From Gold Coast To Launceston

Joe Cusmano Sep 11, 2023

Bonza has announced Launceston as its newest destination, with year-round direct service from the Gold Coast beginning in November. Flights start at $79 per person (one way) on the…

Global

Virgin Voyages Adds 19 Destinations Plus 27 Itineraries

Joe Cusmano Sep 11, 2023

Virgin Voyages is introducing 19 new ports and 27 exciting new itineraries until April 2025. The new choices span the world, including a return to the UK in response to strong Sailor and…

Air

Virgin Australia Launches Luggage Tracking Tool

Joe Cusmano Sep 11, 2023

Virgin Australia launched on Friday the nation’s first-ever airline baggage tracking tool across more than two-thirds of its domestic network tomorrow, allowing guests to know where…

Cruise

Oceania Cruises Unveils Allura Maiden Voyage Season

Joe Cusmano Sep 11, 2023

Oceania Cruises has announced the first season of sailings for Allura, the company’s newest ship, which is set to join the fleet in the summer of 2025. The 26 first-season sailings span…

Cruise

AE Expeditions launches ‘Choose Your Adventure’

Kanchan Nath Sep 8, 2023

Australia’s award-winning expedition company, AE Expeditions (part of Aurora Expeditions) has released two unprecedented offers as part of a ‘Choose Your Adventure’ sale for its upcoming…

Hotels

Accor Queensland hotels certified by Ecotourism Australia

Kanchan Nath Sep 8, 2023

Australia and New Zealand’s largest hotel operator, Accor, is delighted to announce that four of its hotels in Queensland have been Sustainable Tourism Certified by Ecotourism Australia, a…

Events

South Pacific Tourism Exchange 2024 dates announced

Kristin Mariano Sep 7, 2023

The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is pleased to confirm that it will host the 7th South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) in Nadi, Fiji, from May 4 – 5, 2024. In collaboration…

Hotels

Accor unveils Peppers Gladstone

Kanchan Nath Sep 5, 2023

Accor, the largest hotel operator in Australia and New Zealand, together with Yaralla Sports Club are delighted to announce that construction has commenced on Peppers Gladstone - the…

Airlines and Aviation

Explore Queensland with Virgin Australia at flights starting from $49

Kanchan Nath Sep 4, 2023

Aussie travellers can get more for less on their next Queensland getaway with Virgin Australia slashing fares on over 30 flight routes in (and to) the Sunshine State from today Fares from as…

Hospitality

How to stay in style Down Under: Australia’s top Marriott hotels

Kristin Mariano Sep 4, 2023

With an ever-increasing number of stylish, luxurious and quirky hotels popping up all over Australia, there has never been a better time to plan a visit Down Under. Finding something for…

Hospitality

BWH Hotels expands its lifestyle brand Aiden into Western Australia

Kristin Mariano Sep 4, 2023

BWH Hotels (BWH) has announced the signing of new, stylish 120-room hotel, Aiden SCQ, the first Aiden property of BWH’s newest lifestyle boutique brand in Western Australia to join the…

Hotels

Mantra Melbourne Airport to undergo refurbishments with a new look by 2024

Kanchan Nath Sep 1, 2023

Mantra Melbourne Airport is delighted to announce that it will undergo a multi-million dollar refurbishment, providing guests with superb facilities and a relaxing stay, with the new-look…

Tourism

Discover the ultimate luxury: Chartering a yacht around The Islands of Tahiti

Kristin Mariano Sep 1, 2023

With 118 islands spread out in an area roughly the size of Europe, The Islands of Tahiti provide the perfect playground offering travellers the opportunity to immerse themselves in the…

Travel Agents

ATIA ‘Aspire to Hire’ webinar scheduled for 5th Sept

Kanchan Nath Aug 31, 2023

In response to the current industry landscape, ATIA is set to host the 'Aspire to Hire' webinar on Tuesday, 5th September, at 12:30pm AEST.

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand kicks off onboard live sport

Kanchan Nath Aug 31, 2023

Sports fans flying with Air New Zealand will soon be able to cheer on their favourite team from 33,000 feet as the airline introduces live TV across its widebody fleet.

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Be a part of Canberra’s Botanica Spirits & Food Festival from 2nd to 3rd September

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2023

If your idea of a weekend well spent is with a glass of something delicious (and botanically infused)  in hand, you might want to know about Canberra’s newest spirit and food…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Broadway’s biggest blockbuster flies into Sydney 

Kanchan Nath Aug 29, 2023

The musical phenomenon WICKED begins performances in Australia’s very own Emerald City at the Sydney Lyric Theatre.

Partner content

Embark on the ultimate Arctic and Antarctic cruises with Albatros Expeditions

Kristin Mariano Aug 29, 2023

When it comes to exploring the untouched beauty of the polar regions, Albatros Expeditions stands out as the premier choice for discerning travellers seeking an unparalleled adventure.…

Sports Tourism

Sydney gears up for the Sydney Marathon 2023

Kristin Mariano Aug 28, 2023

Sydney, renowned for its iconic landmarks and vibrant culture, is bustling with excitement as it prepares to host the highly anticipated Sydney Marathon on Sunday 17th September 2023. With…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways commemorates collaboration with FIFA at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ Final

Kanchan Nath Aug 24, 2023

Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FIFA, celebrated the conclusion of a remarkable FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™, engaging global and domestic…

Cruise

Aurora Expeditions subsidiary Pacific Travel Partners acquires assets from Vantage Deluxe Travel

Kristin Mariano Aug 24, 2023

Earlier this week Pacific Travel Partners, a subsidiary of Aurora  Expeditions acquired the assets from Vantage Deluxe Travel which had been placed under the court's jurisdiction…

Hotels

Peppers arrives at Manly Beach

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2023

Accor Pacific, the largest hotel operator in Australia and New Zealand, is delighted to announce the highly anticipated grand opening of Peppers Manly Beach, managed by Accor Vacation Club -…

Australia

Unwine-d Down Under: new experiences on Australia’s drinks scene

Kristin Mariano Aug 23, 2023

The Ultimate Winery Experiences introduces a selection of wine tastings and guided tours, available across Australia. Wine-lovers, come and discover the unique characteristics of famous…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Record value for business events post-MEETINGS 2023

Kanchan Nath Aug 22, 2023

Aotearoa New Zealand's leading annual business events exhibition, MEETINGS broke records this year for the projected value of business it generated.

Global

Priority to reinforce importance of choosing ATAS businesses

Kanchan Nath Aug 21, 2023

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) is harnessing the significant consumer use of the ATAS website to showcase accredited businesses with the launch of a Member Deal platform.

Global

Business events sector welcomes end to COVID restrictions

Kanchan Nath Aug 17, 2023

Business Events Industry Aotearoa welcomes the lifting of all New Zealand's COVID-19 restrictions from 15 August 2023.

Associations

Travel has a new home – the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA)

Kanchan Nath Aug 17, 2023

The biggest reform ever for Australia’s Travel Sector has been unveiled with the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) launched recently. 

Global

Qatar Airways Cup on the Line as the Springboks and All Blacks Clash at Twickenham Stadium on Friday, 25 August

Kanchan Nath Aug 16, 2023

One of rugby’s greatest rivalries, between South Africa and New Zealand, will be reignited at Twickenham Stadium later this month with the two nations playing for a brand-new trophy, the…

Interviews

Discovering paradise: Unveiling opportunities in the enchanting South Pacific

Anthony Gallagher Aug 15, 2023

South Pacific is a paradise where nature's splendor meets the warmth of diverse cultures. The South Pacific region, encompassing a vast expanse of ocean dotted with enchanting islands,…

Awards

Ascott Australia named one of the Best Places to Work for second year running

Kanchan Nath Aug 15, 2023

Based in Collingwood, Melbourne, The Ascott Limited, Australia (Ascott Australia) was named the 12th Best Place to Work in the over 100 employees category at the 2023 Best Places to Work…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Sydney to host FIFA Women’s Football Convention 2023

Kanchan Nath Aug 14, 2023

Sydney has secured the second edition of the FIFA Women’s Football Convention from 18 - 19 August 2023 to conclude the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023TM which ends with the final in Sydney.

Hotels

Accor named accommodation partner of Pacific Airshow Gold Coast

Kanchan Nath Aug 11, 2023

Australia’s largest hotel operator, Accor, has been appointed official accommodation provider for the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast (PAGC).

Awards

NTIA Afterparty is going to be Viking-tastic!

Kanchan Nath Aug 9, 2023

 The highly anticipated National Travel Industry Awards will be held in Melbourne on the 18th of November. 

Air

Bonza Announces Gold Coast Airport As Its Third Base

Joe Cusmano Aug 6, 2023

Bonza has announced that it will use Gold Coast Airport as its third hub, adding flights to 11 already serviced destinations. Albury, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne…

Hotels

W Sydney to debut at Darling Harbour on 12 October, 2023 

Kanchan Nath Aug 4, 2023

Having already made its mark on Darling Harbour with its iconic curved  architecture, W Sydney will energise the city when it opens

Train

Journey Beyond introduces a new style of rail travel: Gold Premium

Kanchan Nath Aug 4, 2023

Journey Beyond has announced the on-sale launch of Gold Premium, now available to book on The Ghan and Great Southern for 2024.

Tourism

Get a glimpse of New Zealand’s newest attractions!

Kristin Mariano Aug 4, 2023

New Zealand offers a plethora of new and exciting experiences that are sure to captivate travellers. Embrace the thrill at New Zealand's highest rooftop bar, offering breathtaking vistas or…

Sports Tourism

Travel trends with ‘2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup’

Kanchan Nath Aug 3, 2023

With the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in full swing, here are some exclusive data-driven insights about global travel trends to the host countries Australia and New Zealand.

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

SXSW Sydney announces speakers for the inaugural Sydney festival

Kanchan Nath Aug 2, 2023

In its 37-year history, Austin’s famed South by Southwest (SXSW®) has become the byword for cool and the launchpad for what’s next.

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand toasts to New Zealand’s finest wines onboard

Kanchan Nath Aug 1, 2023

Air New Zealand is raising a glass as it embarks on a wine-tasting adventure to select premium New Zealand's wines to showcase onboard.

Features

Heinemann brings the Mediterranean sun to Sydney and Gold Coast airports 

Kanchan Nath Aug 1, 2023

International passengers travelling through Sydney Airport and Gold Coast Airport can now start their European summer holiday experience early with Heinemann Australia’s new EuroSummer…

Features

Great Barrier Reef island resort now offers guest experience at Turtle Rehabilitation Programme

Kanchan Nath Aug 1, 2023

Australia’s Fitzroy Island Resort is offering guests the opportunity to help care for injured turtles and assist with monitoring the Great Barrier Reef as part of a new citizen science…

Cruise

Aurora Expeditions’ inaugural impact report

Kristin Mariano Jul 31, 2023

Australia’s leading expedition travel company, Aurora Expeditions, has released its inaugural Impact Report 2022-2023. Titled ‘Protecting the world’s wild places’, it marks the first…

Train

Three Artists. Three Epic Journeys.  Journey Beyond announces The Art of Rail.

Kanchan Nath Jul 29, 2023

Three artists, three epic train journeys. Three perspectives on what it means to travel across Australia on The Ghan, Indian Pacific and Great Southern.

Hotels

Rydges Melbourne reopens after transformation

Kanchan Nath Jul 25, 2023

Rydges Melbourne officially reopens, unveiling an incredible transformation with a new refreshingly local approach to the hotel experience in one of Australia’s largest cities.

Global

Black Sheep Tourism launches TravelWorks in Australia

Kanchan Nath Jul 25, 2023

Black Sheep Tourism (Black Sheep) is launching TravelWorks in Australia, unlocking the benefits of the travel agency accounting and back-office systems for travel businesses in this market.

Global

New Zealand’s Business Events industry set to meet in Marlborough

Kanchan Nath Jul 25, 2023

Registrations are open for Business Events Industry Aotearoa's (BEIA) annual conference in Marlborough which kicks off New Zealand's inaugural Business Events Week on 18 September.

Awards

Singapore Airlines returns as NTIA major sponsor

Kanchan Nath Jul 21, 2023

The highly anticipated National Travel Industry Awards will be held in Melbourne on the 18th of November and AFTA is thrilled to announce Singapore Airlines as the major sponsor for the…

Travel Tech

Rex, Australia’s best regional airline, choose Aviator for Revenue Management

Chris Head Jul 18, 2023

Rex are making technological advances on multiple fronts and have just commenced using the latest web-based Aviator revenue management system.

Hotels

400 members of Accor’s regional leadership team attend ‘EMPOWERED’ at Sydney’s ICC

Kanchan Nath Jul 17, 2023

Accor, the largest hotel operator in Australia and New Zealand, hosted its first ever Pacific Leaders EMPOWERED Conference and Awards with more than 400 general managers

Train

Journey Beyond partners with Silversea Cruises to launch exclusive ‘Australia by Land and Sea’ Holiday Package

Kanchan Nath Jul 17, 2023

Journey Beyond has launched one of its most extensive packages yet, combining not one, but two iconic rail journeys – The Ghan and the Indian Pacific – with a cruise provided by ultra-luxury…

Air

Bonza Cuts Unpopular Flights Months After Launch

Joe Cusmano Jul 15, 2023

Just six months after taking off in Queensland, Australia’s newest low-cost airline aiming to link regional destinations eliminates many unpopular routes and lowers the frequency of…

Cruise

Hurtigruten Expeditions unveils new immersive Expedition Cruises for Patagonian Fjords and Antarctica

Kanchan Nath Jul 13, 2023

For 2024, Hurtigruten Expeditions is introducing a captivating series of immersive expedition cruises, combining the majestic Patagonian fjords of South America with awe-inspiring…

Mergers & Acquisitions

Arinex and Joyn combine forces to create The Arinex Group 

Kanchan Nath Jul 13, 2023

Joyn, a leading event technology platform, is excited to announce that it has acquired Arinex, the largest Australian owned business event management company.

Sports Tourism

FIFA Women’s World Cup to inject $21 million into NSW visitor economy

Kanchan Nath Jul 12, 2023

More than 1.1 million tickets have been sold for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™, but its benefits to the NSW visitor economy go far beyond seats in stadiums.

Air

Jetstar To Launch Direct Flights From Melbourne To Fiji

Joe Cusmano Jul 10, 2023

Jetstar has announced that it will start direct flights between Melbourne and Fiji (Nadi) on 16 December 2023*, in time for the busy Christmas holiday season. The new service, flown…

Tourism

Sydney, The Future City Now

Joe Cusmano Jul 10, 2023

Ever evolving, Sydney is moving into the future and planning for the 22nd century now. The New South Wales state government has invested in major developments that will enhance the…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre Records Its Biggest Month

Joe Cusmano Jul 10, 2023

Australia’s largest convention and exhibition centre, MCEC, hosted over 76 events during May, including manufacturing, hospitality, health, business, industry and consumer events.…

Associations

ATAS support through complaint process a winner

Kanchan Nath Jul 7, 2023

Support through successful management and resolution of customer disputes is one of the many benefits of being ATAS accredited according to participating travel professionals.

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

International event takes Australia’s cultural heritage to the global stage

Kanchan Nath Jul 7, 2023

Cultural heritage experts from around the world will descend into Sydney as more than 1200 delegates from 100 countries attend the 21st General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of ICOMOS …

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Rotorua to host Business Events Industry Aotearoa’s MEETINGS 2024

Kanchan Nath Jul 6, 2023

Rotorua has been named host city for New Zealand's 28th national business events showcase, MEETINGS to be held at the Energy Events Centre on 19 and 20 June 2024. 

Global

Take your events to Sydney, the future city

Kanchan Nath Jul 6, 2023

Ever evolving, Sydney is moving into the future and planning for the 22nd century now. The New South Wales state government has invested in major developments that will enhance the…

Hotels

Taylor Swift concerts at Accor Stadium boost hotel room bookings

Kanchan Nath Jul 6, 2023

The highly anticipated Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour concerts at Accor Stadium have created a frenzy among fans, not only for tickets but also for accommodation.

Visa updates

Maximum age for Australia’s Working Holiday Visa increases by five years

Kanchan Nath Jul 5, 2023

From 1 July, more than 16 million British adults will be able to live and work in Australia as the age range for the country’s popular Working Holiday Visa increases to 18-35 years…

Cruise

Oceania Cruises promises simply MORE

Kristin Mariano Jul 5, 2023

Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, will offer its guests simply MORE™ than ever before, with free shore excursions and a free…

Hotels

Visit ALL.com for the best AU & NZ accommodation offers

Kanchan Nath Jul 4, 2023

Accor, the largest hotel operator in Australia and New Zealand, is pleased to unveil its latest ALL.COM campaign to help travellers find their next dream holiday.

Air

REX Launches Services From Sydney To Adelaide

Joe Cusmano Jul 4, 2023

Flights between Sydney and Adelaide, the fourth capital city in the airline network, have begun as part of Rex’s debut of its capital city services. The maiden flight, operated by REX…

Air

Virgin Australia’s first Boeing 737 MAX to Arrive Today

Joe Cusmano Jun 29, 2023

In what will undoubtedly be hailed by the airline as another chapter in its extraordinary turnaround since collapsing into administration just over three years ago in April 2020, before…

Cruise

Virgin Voyages Launches Limitless Voyages With Jennifer Lopez

Joe Cusmano Jun 29, 2023

A personal invitation from Jennifer Lopez, the cruise line’s Chief Celebration Officer, is a new A.I. tool available to passengers seeking to persuade relatives or friends to join them…

Airlines and Aviation

Half a million Kiwis taking flight with Air New Zealand for school holidays

Kanchan Nath Jun 29, 2023

Air New Zealand is gearing up for a busy July school holiday period, with the airline operating more than 580,000 seats across its domestic network as Kiwis prepare to take to the skies.

Associations

AFTA: New Constitution, voting structure and Directors welcomed

Kanchan Nath Jun 29, 2023

AFTA’s members have approved one of the peak body’s most significant milestones since its creation in 1957, giving the green light to a new Constitution.

Global

New Zealand business events sector on track for sustainable growth

Kanchan Nath Jun 26, 2023

Business Events Industry Aotearoa's MEETINGS 2023 winds up in Wellington today after two days packed with over 6,000 meetings, networking functions and knowledge sessions. 

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Brisbane

Kanchan Nath Jun 26, 2023

Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier, VietJet has announced direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Brisbane, making it the first-ever carrier to fly directly between Vietnam and…

Cruise

Aurora Expeditions’ Antarctic Explorer Express fits the bill with a limited-time offer

Kristin Mariano Jun 26, 2023

For busy travellers who wish to see and experience the Antarctic, Australia’s awarding-winning Aurora Expeditions has the perfect solution for those short on time. It offers its shortest…

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand brings country’s largest Metaverse gallery to life to take youth art to the world

Kanchan Nath Jun 25, 2023

Air New Zealand has partnered with National Geographic to bring New Zealand’s largest Metaverse virtual photo gallery to life.

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand and New Zealand Government to invest more than $2m in sustainable aviation fuel studies

Kanchan Nath Jun 23, 2023

Air New Zealand and the New Zealand Government have today announced a $2 million plus investment in next phase studies to consider the feasibility of producing sustainable aviation fuel…

Global

Mobile duty-free vouchers & agent commissions transform travel

Kanchan Nath Jun 23, 2023

GoFiji and The Motibhai Group have established a strategic partnership to transform travel experiences in Fiji by providing a diverse range of exclusive benefits and perks.

Global

Travelex launches FX partnership with Bank of New Zealand (BNZ)

Kanchan Nath Jun 22, 2023

Travelex, the market leading foreign exchange brand in New Zealand, has launched an FX affiliate referral programme with long term bank partner BNZ, enabling BNZ’s 1.2m customers to access…

Global

Hawke’s Bay becomes the 12th Great Wine Capital and Waitaki Whitestone Geopark earns UNESCO accreditation

Kanchan Nath Jun 21, 2023

The country celebrates as Hawkes’ Bay is recognised as the world’s newest Great Wine Capital and as Waitaki Whitestone Geopark is established as a UNESCO Global Geopark.

Tourism

Five best places to catch a wave on International Surfing Day 2023

Kristin Mariano Jun 19, 2023

Uniting communities around the world, surfing is a great way to experience the ocean whether you are just starting out or you’re a seasoned wave rider. From the rugged Chilean coast to…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Hurtigruten Foundation’s new “Camping in Antarctica” fundraiser drives record donation

Kanchan Nath Jun 15, 2023

Following close review of 82 applications, Hurtigruten Foundation, the non-profit arm of Hurtigruten Group, announces the recipients of its 2023 grants: 14 projects that align with its…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Vivid Fire Kitchen heats up Vivid Sydney 2023 with a sizzling local line-up

Kanchan Nath Jun 14, 2023

The Vivid Food program presents a stellar line-up of local culinary heroes along with internationally acclaimed pitmasters for Vivid Fire Kitchen

Cruise

Captain Cook Cruises Fiji announces a new era in cruise experiences with the arrival of MS Caledonian Sky

Kristin Mariano Jun 13, 2023

Captain Cook Cruises Fiji has announced a new era of small-ship luxury expedition cruising in Fiji. MS Caledonian Sky will replace MV Reef Endeavour and embark on a raft of new high-end…

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand Skynest takes out top global awards

Kanchan Nath Jun 9, 2023

Air New Zealand’s Skynest™ has taken out a top international award for showing significant innovation in its future cabin design at the Crystal Cabin Awards in Hamburg overnight.

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Make diversity and inclusion a part of every business event

Kanchan Nath Jun 9, 2023

We all know events have an extensive planning process. Sydney WorldPride 2023 showcased how to incorporate diversity and inclusion into major events.

Sports Tourism

Australian ski season at risk

Kanchan Nath Jun 7, 2023

With less than five nights until the proposed opening date for many of Australia's ski resorts, the latest webcam images and upcoming weather forecast from the slopes of New South Wales and…

Associations

A robust return to growth for AFTA – Board elections, new Constitution and Annual Report

Kanchan Nath Jun 6, 2023

The Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) has released its new Constitution for approval by members.

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Vivid Sydney 2023 kicks off with biggest opening weekend on record

Kanchan Nath Jun 5, 2023

Vivid Sydney has enjoyed its largest-ever opening weekend, attracting more than 453,000 visitors to experience Australia's largest event in 2023.

Consumer

Destination NSW transports Londoners down under at Outernet London

Kanchan Nath Jun 2, 2023

Destination NSW is re-launching activity in the UK travel market with a spectacular consumer installation open to the public this June, at Outernet London.

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand is the “Airline of the Year for 2023”

Kanchan Nath Jun 2, 2023

AirlineRatings.com, the world’s only safety and product rating website has announced Air New Zealand as its Airline of the Year for 2023.

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand scales a weighty issue

Kanchan Nath Jun 1, 2023

Air New Zealand will be asking more than 10,000 customers travelling on its international network to take part in a passenger weight survey this June. 

Cruise

Discover Palau with Four Seasons Explorer

Kristin Mariano May 31, 2023

Remote and untouched – imagine a beautiful wilderness awash with natural and cultural wonders. Four Seasons Explorer is setting sail to one of the world's last remaining frontiers…

Travel Tech

Quest Apartment Hotels expands partnership with Amadeus to include business intelligence

Kanchan Nath May 30, 2023

Australasia’s leading apartment hotel brand signs agreement for Amadeus’ Agency360 +® to gain access to the industry’s most robust business travel insights

Global

New Zealand’s Hawke Bay crowned 12th great wine capital of the world

Kanchan Nath May 30, 2023

Hawke’s Bay was today named a Great Wine Capital of the world, setting it alongside eleven other prestigious wine regions such as Bordeaux (France), Napa Valley (USA), Bilbao (Spain) and…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

New business and knowledge opportunities at MEETINGS 2023

Kanchan Nath May 26, 2023

Business Events Industry Aotearoa's MEETINGS national trade exhibition on 21 and 22 June will welcome back international buyers with a raft of new business, networking and knowledge…

Finance

Over a quarter of Aussies wasting money on credit card fees for overseas payments  

Kanchan Nath May 25, 2023

With unnecessary and expensive international transfer fees attached to overseas credit card purchases and payments, it’s a concern that some Aussies are choosing this method of payment when…

Eturbo News

Cairns Convention Center to Open $176 Million Expansion

Harry Johnson May 24, 2023 0

eTurboNews: Cairns Convention Centre is opening its highly anticipated AUD$176 million expansion next month. With this transformative development, the Centre solidifies its position as a…

Associations

IAATO creates ‘Antarctic Ambassadorship Committee’

Kanchan Nath May 23, 2023

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has created an Antarctic Ambassadorship Committee to evolve its efforts to turn visitors and Antarctic enthusiasts into…

Hotels

Aussie-first sleep hotel opens doors in Sydney

Kanchan Nath May 22, 2023

In an Aussie-first, the world’s largest D2C sleep company and expert in all things sleep, Emma Sleep, will open doors in June to the ultimate sleep experience, the Emma Sleep Hotel, to…

Global

battleface travel insurance partner platform lands in Australia

Kanchan Nath May 18, 2023

Travel Insurance provider, battleface, which offers embedded modular insurance for partners and their customers alike, has today announced the launch of its tech platform where partners can…

Hotels

Premier Eco-adventure Resort, Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort (Fiji), Launches Soil Regenerative Agriculture Program

Chris Head May 17, 2023

With thousands of years acting as protective stewards of the land, the Fijian people know the importance of wise management of the local natural resources. This is a directive followed…

Travel Agents

Tourism New Zealand rewards Indian trade partners with special destination experience

Kanchan Nath May 17, 2023

Tourism New Zealand recently concluded its first global trade incentive campaign which was a part of the global launch of their latest 100% Pure New Zealand global campaign, IF YOU SEEK.

Air

Air New Zealand Attracts Visitors With More Capacity And Fleet Investment

Joe Cusmano May 17, 2023

Air New Zealand is investing significantly in its fleet, capacity, and marketing to improve the flying experience for customers and support New Zealand’s tourism industry. The airline…

Global

Arinex unveils new brand at 50th anniversary event

Kanchan Nath May 16, 2023

Australasian event management company, Arinex, has marked its 50th anniversary by launching a refreshed brand with new logo, and paying tribute to its visionary founder.

Hospitality

Accor partners with Opera Australia

Kristin Mariano May 16, 2023

Accor, Australia’s largest hotel operator, is pleased to announce its Gold Partnership with Opera Australia, Australia’s pre-eminent performing arts company, bringing together two iconic…

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand Reveals More On Its World-First Bunkbeds

Joe Cusmano May 15, 2023

The announcement was made at TRENZ, New Zealand’s largest international tourist industry event, when a real-life Skynest experience was available for the first time. Skynest,…

Air

Virgin Australia Tokyo Launches With B737-700 Amid B737-Max Delay

Joe Cusmano May 13, 2023

After Boeing missed its deadline for delivering the airline’s first B737-8s, Virgin Australia will not debut the B737-8 on its first Cairns-Tokyo Haneda service in June. Instead, it will…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Healix joins Emergency Alliance to offer an improved global crisis management response

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2023

Healix, the global partner for health, travel and security-related risk management solutions, has joined a five-year partnership with the recently formed Emergency Alliance.

Features

Tourism New Zealand rewards trade partners with destination experience in a first-of-its-kind global trade incentive campaign 

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2023

Off the back of the global launch of their latest 100% Pure New Zealand global campaign, IF YOU SEEK, Tourism New Zealand recently concluded its first global trade incentive campaign. 

Airlines and Aviation

Bonza Launched Its First Flight Between Melbourne And Mildura

Joe Cusmano May 11, 2023

Monday evening, Bonza launched its first-ever flight between Melbourne (Tullamarine) and Mildura. The three times weekly service will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, with…

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand’s last 777-300 returns from Mojave Desert ready for service

Kanchan Nath May 10, 2023

The last Air New Zealand’s 777 aircraft stored in the Mojave Desert during the pandemic is set to touch down in Auckland, after more than 855 days in storage.

Air

Bonza Launched Tamworth to Sunshine Coast

Joe Cusmano May 10, 2023

Bonza’s first flight from Tamworth to the Sunshine Coast launched last Saturday, and it was the 13th and final to launch as part of the low-cost carrier’s initial rollout from its home…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietnam Airlines Expands Services To Australia

Joe Cusmano May 10, 2023

Just over a month after Vietjet started its first flights to Australia, Vietnam Airlines is planning to expand the number of routes and flights it offers to Australia. Melbourne…

Airports

eSIM Go powers Sydney Airport’s game changing new travel add-on 

Kanchan Nath May 9, 2023

eSIM Go announced its role in the successful launch of Sydney Airport’s tripsim service – a new eSIM-enabled product offering that gives passengers access to affordable data on their travels…

Cruise

Heritage Expeditions announces 2024 Kiwi Cruise Season aboard 18-guest yacht Heritage Explorer

Kanchan Nath May 9, 2023

Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released their 2024 Kiwi Cruise Season announcing Fiordland summer voyages and some exciting new expeditions…

Air

China Southern Boosts Flights To Australia

Joe Cusmano May 9, 2023

China Southern Airlines is planning to expand its operations to Australia further. The airline’s flights between Guangzhou and Sydney will begin operating twice daily starting early…

Hotels

‘Accommodation Australia’ unveils its logo

Kanchan Nath May 9, 2023

The logo for new peak hotels body Accommodation Australia has been unveiled at the Asia Pacific Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE) in Adelaide.

Appointment announcement

Vanessa Hudson now helms Qantas as its first female CEO

Kristin Mariano May 8, 2023

It’s the changing of the guard! An end of an era! Vanessa Hudson is taking over Australia’s national carrier Qantas in November as Alan Joyce, who was supposed to retire in 2020,…

Cruise

Oceania Cruises Takes Delivery of New Ship Oceania Vista

Joe Cusmano May 6, 2023

Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading gourmet and destination-focused cruise line, has welcomed its newest ship, Vista. Oceania Cruises’ first Allura Class ship, delivered at…

Global

Sydney Airport Surpassed Important Milestone In March

Joe Cusmano May 5, 2023

There were 3,166,000 travellers who went through Sydney Airport in March 2023, an 86.7% increase from March 2019 before COVID. This is the best result after COVID so far.…

Partner content

Unleash your inner explorer: Aurora Expeditions’ Antarctica 2024-2025 Season offers 25 adventure-packed itineraries

Kristin Mariano May 5, 2023

Aurora Expeditions, a leader in life-changing adventure travel, launched its Antarctica 2024-2025 season, and it is the most comprehensive season yet. The season will showcase 25…

Global

Discover more down-under: A guide to Sydney’s iconic central neighbourhoods

Kristin Mariano May 5, 2023

Sydney is divided into a collection of neighbourhoods, each with their own identity and unique characteristics. All within walking distance of each other, here are 6 must-see central…

Airlines and Aviation

VietJet Ups The Number Of Flights On Its Australia Routes

Joe Cusmano May 4, 2023

VietJet will boost the frequency of flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Melbourne and Sydney a little over a month after beginning operations in Australia with Melbourne to meet the…

Airlines and Aviation

China capacity ramping up as daily Shanghai flights resume

Kanchan Nath May 4, 2023

The bustling cities of China are getting a whole lot closer to New Zealand as capacity between the countries expands this week. On 2 May, Air New Zealand’s alliance partner Air China touched…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Registration opens for Interferry’s 47th annual conference 

Kanchan Nath May 4, 2023

Global trade association Interferry is set to welcome a worldwide audience of industry  professionals to Australia in November for its 47th annual conference, which will focus on  customer…

Hotels

Brisbane Marriott hotel commemorates 25 years

Kanchan Nath May 3, 2023

Brisbane Marriott Hotel invites you to be their special guest for an eventful 25th anniversary in May 2023 marked by a week-long celebration that includes an indulgent accommodation offer, a…

Airlines and Aviation

China capacity ramping up as daily Shanghai flights resume

Kristin Mariano May 3, 2023

The bustling cities of China are getting a whole lot closer to New Zealand as capacity between the countries expands this week. On 2 May, Air New Zealand’s alliance partner Air China will…

Appointments

IAATO has appointed Stefan Kredel to its EC

Kanchan Nath May 2, 2023

The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has appointed Stefan Kredel to its Executive Committee.

Airlines and Aviation

Turkish Airlines Plans To Launch No-Stop Flight To Sydney

Joe Cusmano May 1, 2023

Turkish Airlines has announced intentions to extend its nonstop flight services with a new long-haul route from Istanbul to Sydney, which would take 17 hours. Turkish Airlines’…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

MEETINGS 2023 attracts leading international event planners to NZ

Kanchan Nath May 1, 2023

Over 230 leading business event organisers from Australia, North America, Singapore and New Zealand have been confirmed as fully hosted buyers for the first MEETINGS exhibition in Te…

Cruise

Avalon Waterways’ Lighthouse Project: Giving back to the planet, people, and places

Kristin Mariano Apr 28, 2023

Luxury river cruise company Avalon Waterways has launched an initiative called the Lighthouse Project. The project is focused on three give-back categories: Planet, People, and Places.…

Associations

AFTA Submission showcases ‘Economic Importance of Travel’

Kanchan Nath Apr 27, 2023

The important role of ATAS members in facilitating bookings of inbound travel, accommodation and all the related services which underpin Australia’s Tourism Industry deserves more Government…

Cruise

Heritage Expeditions announces 2024-25 Season and Exciting New Destinations

Kanchan Nath Apr 27, 2023

Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released their 2024-25 season and brochure featuring a brand new voyage to Japan as well as some exciting new…

Air

Korean Air Increases Flights to Queensland by 80,000 Seats

Joe Cusmano Apr 27, 2023

Korean Air will fly to Brisbane five times a week, with Korean visitors expected to spend more than $120 million annually in Queensland. The additional 89,000 inbound seats will…

Air

Rex Cuts Back Flights On Nine Routes

Joe Cusmano Apr 27, 2023

Rex Airlines has announced that it will change 13 of its regularly scheduled flights, affecting its regional network in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, and Queensland. The…

Airlines and Aviation

American Airlines returns to Hollywood with Los Angeles – Auckland Route

Kanchan Nath Apr 26, 2023

Following its official return to New Zealand last year, American Airlines has announced a new seasonal service between Auckland (AKL) and Los Angeles (LAX).

Cruise

See Norway’s Majestic Fjords and Northern Lights with Globus

Kristin Mariano Apr 26, 2023

Norwegian fjords are one of the most breathtaking natural wonders of the world. They are characterized by steep cliffs, deep valleys, and clear blue waters. These fjords are also home…

Hotels

Australia’s newest Dorsett Hotel opens in Melbourne

Kristin Mariano Apr 26, 2023

Dorsett Melbourne has opened on April 18, 2023, in Melbourne’s CBD. Located at 615 Little Lonsdale St at the southern end of the CBD, Dorsett Melbourne will be a key component of West Side…

Hotels

Australia’s newest Dorsett Hotel has opened in Melbourne with 316 keys

Kanchan Nath Apr 25, 2023

Dorsett Melbourne has opened on April 18, 2023, in Melbourne’s CBD. Located at 615 Little Lonsdale St at the southern end of the CBD, Dorsett Melbourne will be a key component of West Side…

Airlines and Aviation

American Airlines returns to Hollywood with Los Angeles – Auckland route

Kristin Mariano Apr 25, 2023

Launching on Dec. 21, the new route to Hollywood marks the airline’s second operation to Auckland, following the successful launch of its Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) route in late 2022. The…

Tourism Boards

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to host roadshows in Australia in 2023

Kanchan Nath Apr 24, 2023

Ho Chi Minh City Department of Tourism and Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Australia will hold the event Ho Chi Minh City – Vietnam Tourism Roadshow in Australia 2023

Features

Experience life-changing faith-based tours with Globus & Cosmos in 2023

Kristin Mariano Apr 24, 2023

Looking for a faith-based travel experience that is both inspirational and life-changing? Globus and Cosmos are proud to offer an extensive range of faith-based tours for 2023, featuring…

Attractions & Tours

Intriq Journey offers Polar Expeditions

Kanchan Nath Apr 22, 2023

Polar exploration is reigning on every discerning traveller’s Bucket List with expedition cruises reporting record breaking sales for journeys to Earth’s most extreme destinations.

Air

Air Canada to Boost Flights To Brisbane And Sydney

Joe Cusmano Apr 21, 2023

Air Canada has announced that it would increase its Sydney-Vancouver and Brisbane-Vancouver flights in time for the northern winter ski season. Due to strong demand from the…

Airlines and Aviation

New direct United Airlines flights b/w San Francisco and Christchurch from 1 Dec, 2023

Kanchan Nath Apr 20, 2023

United Airlines announces the largest South Pacific network expansion ever to and from the continental U.S., including the first non-stop flight between San Francisco and Christchurch set to…

Airlines and Aviation

Singapore Airlines announces special fares for Australia and Texas

Kanchan Nath Apr 20, 2023

Singapore Airlines announces special limited return fares for travel to various Australian destinations, departing London Heathrow and Manchester Airport from just £994pp (approx. USD…

Tourism Boards

Tourism Fiji, Fiji Airways and Trip.com Group sign MOU

Kanchan Nath Apr 20, 2023

Tourism Fiji, Fiji Airways and Trip.com Group signed a three-year strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) focusing on cooperating on the promotion of outbound tourism to Fiji and the…

Air

REX Invests In Electric Propulsion Company

Joe Cusmano Apr 19, 2023

REX, the largest regional airline in Australia, has confirmed a substantial investment in an aviation startup, opening the door for electric planes to be used by passengers flying…

Attractions & Tours

Quark Expeditions announces Snow Hill Promise for 2023 Voyages

Kanchan Nath Apr 19, 2023

Quark Expeditions has launched the Snow Hill Promise to provide peace of mind for its industry-leading expeditions: if guests don't reach the legendary Snow Hill colony in 2023, they will…

Features

5 reasons why Avalon Waterways is the best river cruise line

Kristin Mariano Apr 19, 2023

When it comes to river cruising, Avalon Waterways stands out as the best. From their award-winning Suite Ship design to their Active & Discovery cruises on every major waterway in…

Hotels

Versace walks away from iconic Gold Coast hotel

Kanchan Nath Apr 18, 2023

The Palazzo Versace hotel on the Gold Coast of Australia will soon be without the iconic Medusa head furnishings, as the House of Versace fashion brand has decided not to renew its branding…

Attractions & Tours

Scenic ‘Off Train Experiences’ on The Ghan

Kanchan Nath Apr 18, 2023

What could possibly enhance an iconic rail journey like The Ghan? How about a new selection of new Off Train Experiences for guests to choose from?

Airlines and Aviation

The Great Kiwi Snack Off

Kanchan Nath Apr 18, 2023

Air New Zealand wants to expand the range and rotation of current snacks and introduce new and exciting options to provide more choice and range for our customers.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Australian operator (re)launches Asia Cycling Tours

Kristin Mariano Apr 18, 2023

Tour de Vines, Australia’s award-wining cycling tour operator, has relaunched tours in South East Asia. Choose from a journey down the Mekong from Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) to Phnom Penh in…

Cruising (River)

Discover the beauty of Portugal aboard the luxurious Avalon Alegria suite ship

Kristin Mariano Apr 17, 2023

River cruise operator Avalon Waterways offers a stunning itinerary in Portugal called Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages along the Douro. The itinerary takes passengers along the…

Attractions & Tours

A&K charts a course to the North Pole in 2024

Kanchan Nath Apr 14, 2023

On the inaugural departure of North Pole Expedition Cruise: The Ultimate Frontier (Jul 10-27, 2024), Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) will exclusively charter the innovative luxury…

Airlines and Aviation

Fiji Airways To Launch Direct Flights To Canberra

Joe Cusmano Apr 14, 2023

Canberra locals will soon be able to take advantage of direct Fiji Airways flights to the capital city of Nadi, with connections available to Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver.…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet Launches Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney Flight

Joe Cusmano Apr 14, 2023

The Vietnamese low-cost airline Vietjet inaugurated its routes to Australia on April 13 with a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City to Kingsford Smith…

Attractions & Tours

Quark Expeditions delivers high on helicopter adventures in the Antarctic 2024-25 season

Kanchan Nath Apr 13, 2023

Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, has announced an exciting Antarctic 2024.25 season that offers more helicopter adventures than any other operator in the Polar…

Reports

44% Aussies don’t check fees or rates when exchanging currency or transferring money overseas 

Kanchan Nath Apr 12, 2023

Plenty of Aussies choose to make international money transfers or buy foreign currency - whether sending money to family overseas, making overseas purchases, or exchanging currency for a…

Hospitality

Ascott sets sights on coliving sector in Australia as demand for lyf brand gains momentum

Kristin Mariano Apr 12, 2023

The Ascott Limited (Ascott) celebrated the burgeoning footprint of its coliving brand, lyf, at an event held at lyf Collingwood Melbourne on Tuesday, 28 March 2023. lyf (pronounced…

Spas & Treatments

Fluition to launch transformative retreats for optimal connection

Kanchan Nath Apr 11, 2023

Behavioural Science and Mindset Facilitator, Dan Czura, and Physiology, Fitness and Movement Expert, Rob Lyon, have teamed up to create Fluition - a unique approach to wellness, combining…

Awards

Quest Apartment Hotels to sponsor the 2023 TEMI Awards

Kanchan Nath Apr 11, 2023

The Australasian global talent mobility industry’s only annual awards program, presented by the Employee Mobility Institute (TEMi) in partnership with Quest Apartment Hotels (a member of The…

Air

Virgin Australia Relaunches Its Popular Service To Vanuatu

Joe Cusmano Apr 11, 2023

Virgin Australia has resumed its popular direct flights between Australia and Vanuatu, significantly strengthening its Pacific connectivity. Return flights from $459 are currently…

Cruise

Explora Journeys names Dr. Sylvia Earle as godmother For EXPLORA I

Kristin Mariano Apr 10, 2023

Explora Journeys is proud to announce that Dr. Sylvia Earle, the world-renowned oceanographer, explorer and conservationist, will be the Godmother of its first ship, EXPLORA I. Dr.…

Cruise

Aurora Expeditions Launches New Antarctica 2024/25 Program

Kristin Mariano Apr 10, 2023

Aurora Expeditions has launched its 2024-2025 Antarctic program packed with 25 voyages from 9 to 23 days duration, visiting the Antarctic Peninsula, Falkland Islands, South Georgia and,…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Sydney’s showstopping showcase for Business Events Australia Asia Mega Famil

Kanchan Nath Apr 7, 2023

Host city Sydney designed an itinerary that highlighted Sydney’s harbour for the Business Events Australia Asia Mega Famil Showcase this week as Business Events Sydney (BESydney) and its…

Attractions & Tours

Quark expeditions announces all-seasons polar promo sale

Kanchan Nath Apr 6, 2023

Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, has brought back last season's popular Polar Promo Sale offering travelers up to 40% off voyages to the Arctic and Antarctic, plus a…

Hotels

Accor signs Mercure Melbourne St Kilda Road

Kanchan Nath Apr 6, 2023

Australia and New Zealand’s largest hotel operator, Accor, is thrilled to be expanding its portfolio in Melbourne and pleased to announce a signing agreement with Melbourne identity, Albert…

Attractions & Tours

APT launches first Antarctica Expedition Cruise in 2024

Kanchan Nath Apr 4, 2023

APT is expanding its expedition programme with a brand-new, one-date-only Antarctic cruise, now open for bookings.

Partner content

Flyovers, falls and fun-filled boats: Explore a Kimberley landscape two billion years in the making

Kristin Mariano Apr 4, 2023

Beneath the white wings of the seaplane, the Kimberley coast is a broken pottery landscape of brown shards and splinters. Its ranges have been worn by millennia of hammering sun, wind…

Samoa

Samoa hits the road across Europe to exhibit in four Trade Shows

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2023

The Samoa Tourism Authority (STA) European office showcased the best of what “Beautiful Samoa” has to offer to the European markets by meeting 63,000 consumers, 73 travel trade partners and…