Qantas Increases Domestic And International Airfares
In a media address for Qantas’ full-year results on Thursday, Qantas CEO Alan Joyce warned of steep airfare increases.
He said the upcoming increase would be 20% on international…
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Say G’day to “Shazza” Bonza Reveals Name Of Its First Aircraft
Bonza has announced that the name of its first brand-new plane will be “Shazza,” the Australian short form of Sharon.
Earlier this month, the budget airline put out a request for…
Emirates to resume Auckland and Kuala Lumpur A380 routes
Emirates will restore its non-stop A380 services to and from Auckland and Kuala Lumpur starting from 1 December.
Australia ready for summer cruise renaissance
Australia’s tourism industry is preparing for a resurgent summer cruise season, with 46 ships bringing economic opportunities back to ports around the country as part of a carefully…
Experience life on a working expedition ship
Coral Expeditions has launched the ‘Passages at Sea’ voyages for guests to partake in a unique life experience on a working expedition ship undertaking navigational crossings.
Alan Joyce Spotted On Tarmac With Qantas Ground Crew
Before the airline asked its senior executives to work as baggage handlers in an internal email earlier this month, Qantas CEO Alan Joyce was spotted on the tarmac in a high visibility…
Qantas Site Crashes as Frequent Flyers Claim Goodwill Rewards
The Qantas frequent flyer website went down Monday morning as frequent flyers flocked to redeem the perks the airline had promised them as an apology for its recent lousy performance.…
New Qantas Move Benefits Millions Of Frequent Fliers
Three years in the planning, Qantas has finally unveiled a significant change that could benefit the airline’s millions of frequent flyer members.
Qantas has partnered with the…
Qantas Apologizes to Win Back Customers Loyalty
Over the weekend, Qantas issued a formal apology to its customers, along with offers of discounts, perks, points, and more for the airline’s disastrous recent performance, acknowledging…
Post its 47 AGM, AFTA continues work for Australia’s travel sector
Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) post its 47th Parliament has moved to secure key meetings at a political and bureaucratic level and shape the future.
Malaysia Airlines upgrades Australian Routes To A330neos
Malaysia Airlines has decided to upgrade its fleet of A330 jets to the most recent A330neo type, promising passengers a more modern and pleasant experience on flights from Australia to…
New Zealand Retunes Tourism Priorities
The first cruise ship to visit New Zealand since the pandemic’s start arrived on Friday, marking an awaited return to normalcy for the country’s tourism industry and resetting the…
Qantas To Build New Flight Training Centre In Sydney
To teach up to 4,500 new and current Qantas and Jetstar pilots and cabin crew per year beginning in early 2024, the Australian airline has announced that it will establish a…
Air New Zealand Announces Capacity Cuts And Emission Goals
Air New Zealand has decided to run with 1,5 percent fewer seats than intended to make up for staffing deficiencies. That means that AIR NEW ZEALAND’s domestic and international schedule…
The Qantas-Alliance Airlines Merger Raises Concerns
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) released a statement of issues outlining preliminary competition concerns with Qantas Airways’ proposed acquisition of Alliance…
Emirates’ A380 To Return To Perth
As part of expanding its flights to Australia, Emirates will resume operating its flagship A380 between Dubai and Perth on 1 December. Due to the upgrade, Emirates can provide nearly 500…
Aurora Expeditions announces Patagonia treks
The award-winning Australian adventure travel company, Aurora Expeditions, is pleased to announce its new treks in Patagonia commencing from 19 November 2022. The two 10-day itineraries,…
Fiji Airways To Launch Service To Vancouver
Fiji Airways will add Canada to its list of destinations in November, bolstering its North American offering.
Air New Zealand Brings Back 777S From Mojave Desert
After over 700 days of storage in the California desert, Air New Zealand has begun reviving the first of its Boeing 777-300s in preparation for its return to passenger service.
This…
Bonza Invites Australians To Name Its First Plane
Bonza’s first plane touched down at Sunshine Coast Airport earlier this month; the company is now reaching out to the Australians for assistance in choosing a name.
The airline has…
Domestic Airfares Increased Significantly This Month
In Australia, domestic airfares skyrocketed in August due to soaring jet fuel costs and general inflation.
Signalling travel recovery, New Zealand welcomes first cruise ship since Covid-19
Signalling a long-sought return to normalcy for the nation’s tourism industry, New Zealand has welcomed the first cruise ship to return since the coronavirus pandemic began
Cruise industry celebrates first visit to Auckland
New Zealand’s cruise industry has set a course for recovery, celebrating the arrival of the first international ship to sail into Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour in more than two years.…
Samoa’s borders reopen to international travellers
Samoa’s beautiful shorelines have once again welcomed international travellers on the first direct flights from American Samoa, Fiji, Australia and New Zealand
Qantas Executives Tasked With Handling Baggage
Executives and senior management at Qantas have been asked to work as baggage handlers for a three-month “contingency programme” in order to combat labour shortages and aircraft delays.
El Al to Oz
Israeli airline El Al says it plans to launch scheduled flights between Tel Aviv and Melbourne in the coming months, a route made possible following a recent opening of Saudi air space.…
Aerotel opens inside Sydney International Terminal
Aerotel has just opened within Sydney Airport’s International Terminal, Australia’s busiest international hub.
The Absence Of Chinese Carriers In Australia Raises Airfares To Europe
To experience Europe’s late summer beauties, consider flying to Paris in the middle of September for a three-week vacation. From Melbourne or Sydney, you may expect to pay between $3500…
Airlines Understaffing And War Push Airfares Up
As costs continue to rise, Australians pay hundreds of dollars more for their flights than before COVID-19.
Rex Ready To Launch Frequent Flyer Program
Rex is launching its loyalty programme later this year to compete with Qantas and Virgin Australia.
Australians Cut Spending, But Travel Still Top Priority
According to a new ANZ Bank report, the growing cost of living significantly impacts how Australians choose to spend and save, with seven out of ten reducing their expenditure.
In…
REX To Test Airplane Electric Engines On Short Routes In 2024
As early as 2024, Rex will test the use of planes with retrofitted electric engines on short regional flights of less than an hour.
With this new idea, Rex might have Australians…
Qantas To Cut Flights And Hire More Staff
In the wake of a slew of complaints from dissatisfied passengers, Qantas has issued an apology and announced plans to increase staff and reduce flights.
As Qantas recovered from the…
Bonza’s First Aircraft Touches Down In Australia
Bonza’s first plane landed at Sunshine Coast Airport, a massive regional win.
Sunshine Coast Airport was awarded the nation’s first Bonza base and head office location in…
Cruise360 Australasia embraces renewal and opportunities in packed line-up
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced details of its upcoming Cruise360 Australasia conference, celebrating cruising’s revival Down Under with a packed program…
Skal applauds return of Hua Hin – Cha Am Golf Festival
One of Thailand’s leading golf events, the Hua Hin – Cham Am Golf Festival, will return this summer from today August 1 to September 30.
Skal applauds return of Hua Hin – Cha Am Golf…
Travel sector working to keep Australia safe
Australia’s Travel Agents and businesses are doing their bit to help Australians travelling and keep Australia foot-and-mouth disease free.
Adventure is within reach with Cosmos
They say adventure is subjective. For Cosmos, it doesn’t mean thrills and adrenaline rush, it means amazing food, incredible sights and meaningful connections.
Pullman Auckland re-opens after extensive makeover
Pullman Auckland has announced that the Hotel Tower has reopened.
Pullman Auckland Hotel & Apartments is welcoming the public making a notable first impression with a renewed…
Non-stop Rome to Oz
With its large ex-Italian population and shorter flight time to other possible European mainland destinations it was little surprising that Rome was chosen as the first non-stop first foray…
Intercontinental Sydney
With Australia back on the global map the Intercontinental hotel on Circular Quay Sydney by the Botanic Gardens, will relaunch in September this year following a transformation worth…
Five gorgeous reasons to get you travelling to New Zealand
Two decades ago, moviegoers fell in love with New Zealand while watching a certain fantasy trilogy that follows its main characters across Middle-earth in their quest to destroy an…
Australia Travel Restrictions on Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak
Australian visitors love to travel to Bali. Bali Hotel Associations issued information fo Aussie visitors on restrictions.
Australia Travel Restrictions on Foot and Mouth Disease Outbreak
Aeronology rolls out Journey Beyond to make process for travel advisors hassle-free
Journey Beyond is focussed on bringing Australia’s unique an iconic experiences to life, with experiential tourism experiences
Here’s why Avalon Waterways’ Romantic Rhine River cruise should be on top of your bucket list
A romantic Rhine River cruise will take you to one of the timeless and historical rivers in Europe dotted with storied scenery including hillside castles, craggy cliffs, terraced vineyards…
Air New Zealand brings back Covid Flexibility Policy to help customers
In response to increasing levels of illness in the community, Air New Zealand is reintroducing its Covid Flexibility Policy until 31 July, offering customers the flexibility of opting into…
Tropical North Queensland pays all tourists $100
Tourism Tropical North Queensland, Australia will pay visitors $100 flight subsidies to generate 50,000 more visitors nights.
Tropical North Queensland pays all tourists $100
Flights to Melbourne: Qatar Airways, Emirates, Etihad, Turkish Airlines?
Airlines are jealous. The love for Melbourne. Qatar Airways competing with Emirates, Etihad and Turkish Airlines - gloves are off.
Flights to Melbourne: Qatar Airways, Emirates, Etihad,…
Vibe Hotels Adelaide reaches major milestone
TFE Hotels has celebrated the topping out of Vibe Hotel Adelaide – the first for the brand in South Australia –
Vibe Hotels Adelaide reaches major milestone
Mercure Pakenham set to open in September 2022
The stunning new Mercure Hotel in Pakenham, Victoria is set to open its doors in September 2022.
Australia removes requirement to declare COVID-19 vaccination status for international travellers
International travellers will be able to enter Australia without declaring their COVID-19 vaccination status from this week
Hawaii Welcomes First Kiwi Travelers in Two-Plus Years
Hawaiian Airlines this weekend resumed its three-times-weekly service between Auckland Airport (AKL) and Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), welcoming the first Kiwi…
Vanuatu says Welkam Back! to Australian visitors as first flight lands in Port Vila
The first flight since Vanuatu reopened its borders to international travellers landed in Port Vila today, with visitors now able to travel freely throughout the country’s islands and…
Langham Hospitality Group debuts new wave of luxury on the Gold Coast, Australia
On 23 June 2022, Langham Hospitality Group officially unveiled The Langham, Gold Coast, the first luxury hotel with direct beach access on Australia’s globally-renowned Gold Coast in…
Nine New Mercury Hotels in Australia
The momentum behind Accor’s popular Mercure brand in Australia continues with the Group adding nine Mercure hotels to its collection.
Nine New Mercury Hotels in Australia
General Manager of new Porter House Hotel Sydney– MGallery named
MGallery is a collection of exclusive, design-led boutique hotels, each with its own original design and unique stories to tell
General Manager of new Porter House Hotel Sydney– MGallery…
Abercrombie & Kent appoints Susan Haberle to Head of Sales and Partnerships
Abercrombie & Kent Australia (A&K) has announced that Susan Haberle will be joining A&K in the role of Head of Sales and Partnerships. In addition, we are also pleased to…
International tourists back, but rebuild will take time
International Visitor Survey results, the first solid measure of our inbound market since borders reopened, show the export tourism industry will take some time to recover as both domestic…
Air New Zealand rolls out world’s first sleep pods in the sky for economy travellers
Air New Zealand's new Dreamliners, due to arrive in 2024, will give customers more choice than any airline in the world, providing the best sleep in the sky regardless of the cabin customers…
Aurora Expeditions partners with UpSchool to support Arctic education
Aurora Expeditions, the award-winning Australian adventure travel company, is partnering with UpSchool, an Australian-based education platform to educate students on the global…
Fiji welcomes back international cruises
Following a more than two year ban, Fiji will re-open its international borders to cruise ships effective 15 June 2022.
Australia’s ‘This is Gold Coast’ to boost business events revival
'This Is Gold Coast’ is perfectly timed to capitalise on the pent-up desire for delegates to meet again face-to-face
Aurora Expeditions expands into French-speaking markets
Aurora Expeditions is continuing to grow its global presence with the announcement of the hire of Nicolas Bilek, who will drive Business Development for the expedition operator focused…
New Zealand removes COVID-19 pre-departure test starting June 20
Travellers to New Zealand will no longer need a COVID-19 pre-departure test from 20 June, 11.59pm.
Top 5 reasons why an Avalon Waterways river cruise should be your next holiday
Book an Avalon Waterways river cruise and tour some of the most majestic rivers in the world on your next holiday.
Carnival Luminosa to transfer to Carnival Cruise Line fleet
Costa Luminosa cruise ship will join the Carnival fleet in September and will start guest operations as Carnival Luminosa in November 2022 from Brisbane, Australia, Carnival Cruise Line…
Fiji Drops All Testing Requirements For Inbound International Travelers
Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Top Destination For Families & Multigenerational Travelers Welcomes Back Guests With travel restrictions loosening by the day and more countries fully…
Air New Zealand appoints chief sustainability officer
Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Greg Foran says sustainability is the biggest issue facing the airline’s future and requires increased focus
Fifty shades of green: Discover special Kiwi tourism businesses with conservation at the core
Sustainability and conservation have become increasingly important among travellers these days, with the growth in awareness of the environmental impact of travel.
New Zealand invites…
Aussie business will increase their travel to pre-pandemic levels this year
New research from a leading travel management provider reveals good news for Australia’s travel industry: 54% of SMEs plan to increase their travel this year, to match or exceed…
End to US covid-test brake fantastic news for Aussies
From 12 June, passengers will be able to board flights to the US without a negative coronavirus test.
New data reveals increase in international business travel in the last six months
New data from Australia’s leading travel management provider for SMEs has uncovered a resurgence in international business travel six months on from the initial border reopening in…
5 reasons to join Aurora Expeditions’ new season
Aurora Expeditions just released its new brochure for Antarctica 23/24 season, along with Arctic + British Isles in 2023 that will take travellers to an adventure of a lifetime.
New United Flight to Brisbane brings tourism opportunities
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Tourism in Australia and the United States will get a sizable push later this year. You cannot book the flight yet on united.com, but the Queensland Government and Brisbane…
Aurora Expeditions releases additional places for Antarctic Climate Expedition for World Oceans Day
In honour of this year’s World Oceans Day, Australia’s award-winning travel adventure company Aurora Expeditions has announced an exclusive release of ten additional staterooms on its…
Ascott acquires first lyf coliving property in Sydney
CapitaLand Investment Limited’s (CLI) wholly owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is acquiring its first lyf-branded coliving property in Sydney, Australia.
Decision to fully reopen Solomon Islands border on 01 July 2022 welcomed
Tourism Solomons has welcomed Solomon Islands Prime Minister, Manasseh Sogavare’s announcement the country’s border will fully reopen on 1 July 2022.
Aurora Expeditions announces Sylvia Earle maiden voyage and christening by ‘Hero of the Planet’
Aurora Expeditions has announced its new, purpose-built expedition ship, the Sylvia Earle, will be making her debut voyage on the Subantarctic Safari from November 4-20 2022.
QT’s Brand Of Hotel Coming To Australia’s Newcastle
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QT Hotels & Resorts, the designer hotel collection in Australia and New Zealand, will soon debut its newest hotel in Newcastle, the…
Kia Ora food lovers! 7 much-loved Kiwi gourmet delights to try on your next trip to New Zealand
The Kiwis love their food and to 'feed' their guests. We bring the to-do list for food lovers when in New Zealand
Why you should board the maiden voyage of Aurora Expeditions’ Sylvia Earle
Aurora Expeditions has a new vessel crossing the notorious Drake Passage or the Denmark Strait. Named after a famous and courageous scientist, the Sylvia Earle is up to the task to face some…
Adina Apartments Adelaide, Australia’s most liveable boutique city
The Beatles once used the old gold tunnels under the now Adina Adelaide Treasury, to hide from adoring fans on their ‘64 Australian tour.
Coincidently, I was born in London in 64, far…
Heritage Expeditions flagship Heritage Adventurer is ready to sail as New Zealand reopens
Heritage Expeditions luxurious new flagship Heritage Adventurer is nearing the completion of her refurbishment ahead of the New Zealand border opening and the announcement of three epic…
AC Hotels By Marriott puts flag in Australia with AC Hotel By Marriott Melbourne Southbank
AC Hotels by Marriott® announces its brand debut in Australia with the opening of AC Hotel by Marriott Melbourne Southbank.
Fiji Airways offers new digital booking experience to travellers
Fiji Airways has strengthened its partnership with Amadeus to transform the digital booking experience for travelers.
Mövenpick Hotel Auckland opens making it the brand’s first property in New Zealand
Accor’s premium Swiss-born hospitality brand, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, launches its first property in New Zealand with the official opening of Mövenpick Hotel Auckland today.
Mövenpick hotel brand coming to New Zealand
Mövenpick hotel brand coming to New Zealand -
Accor’s premium Swiss-born hospitality brand, Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, launches its first property in New Zealand with the official…
New Zealand allows entry to fully vaccinated Indians from 1 August
New Zealand government has announced further relaxations in border restrictions, allowing all fully vaccinated international travellers, including from India, to travel to Aotearoa from…
Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia launch partnership at ATM
Commencing mid-year, the partnership will give travellers greater access, unparalleled customer experience and unique benefits when travelling between Australia and Qatar Airways’ global…
Australia’s most liveable city hosts major hotel conference for third year running
The Australasian Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE) will return to Adelaide in 2023 – its third consecutive year.
Oceania Cruises New 2024 Collection of Voyages
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Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, reported the opening day for its 2024 Collection…
AIME 2022 stimulates $120 million in business events to drive economic recovery
New industry research has revealed that buyers placed/expect to place $120M in business as a result of their attendance at AIME 2022
Heritage Expeditions announces three new Japan voyages for 2023 schedule
Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has added the intriguing islands of Japan to its 2023 schedule announcing three incredible new voyages aboard…
Air New Zealand to boost staff as Kiwis start to book travel
The airline is looking to add 200 additional consultants, taking the total to more than 450 dedicated staff
Travel agents can easily access New Zealand Tourism business with ‘always on’ platform
The New Zealand tourism industry re-connected with the world, this April on TRENZ Connect 2022 through a series of exciting online events. These events are part of TRENZ Connect, a digital…
Air New Zealand highlights Māori culture in safety video
Tiaki and the Guardians will be rolled out across Air New Zealand's international and domestic fleet from 9 May 2022
TFE Hotels announces expansion into Southeast Asia
Australia’s International Hotel Group, TFE Hotels, has announced a rapid expansion into Asia with their homegrown brands, Adina and Vibe Hotels, due to open for business in Q3 and Q4 of this…
Australia invites Singaporean travellers to “Discover A Great Deal More”
Tourism Australia has launched the ‘Discover A Great Deal More’ virtual travel fair, the third edition of its highly anticipated travel sale that gives travellers in Singapore an opportunity…
Samoa is set to reopen its borders to international visitors
Samoa is set to reopen its borders to international visitors -
The Samoan Government has announced it will be reopening its border to international travelers from August/September later…
New Zealand reopens to travellers after two years
Visitors from 60 visa-waiver nations, including the US and UK, can now enter New Zealand for the first time since the closure of borders
Ahoy Sydney-London route! Qantas announces world’s longest direct commercial flight
The airline said the 20-hour journey will become possible when it takes delivery of a dozen Airbus A350-1000 planes, which can do more than 10,000 miles without refuelling
Western Australia removes testing for international visitors
Starting 29 April 2022, international visitors arriving into Western Australia will no longer be required to test on arrival. The easing of restrictions also sees the requirement of the…
United Airlines: San Francisco to Melbourne flights resume now
United Airlines: San Francisco to Melbourne flights resume now -
United today announces the return of its nonstop service between San Francisco and Melbourne, beginning with…
Qantas loves Airbus for new non-stop flights to London and New York
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Australia’s Qantas Group has confirmed that it will order 12 A350-1000s, 20 A220s, and 20 A321XLRs. The news was…
GOPASS Global unveils partnership with Charles Sturt University
Under the agreement with Charles Sturt Travel, GOPASS will provide risk assessments for university staff travelling abroad for conferences, academic research projects and other work-related…
Fiji axes off pre-departure Covid-19 testing requirements
Fiji has announced that from May 1, fully vaccinated visitors into Fiji will no longer be required to produce a COVID-19 pre-departure PCR or Rapid Antigen Test
Aurora Expeditions appoints Michael Heath as new CEO
Aurora Expeditions has announced that Michael Heath will join the company, taking on the role of CEO effective June 1.
Air New Zealand to centralise Auckland operation and invest for future
The airline will begin building a new aircraft hangar and has approved in-principle a project to centralise its Auckland workforce at a refurbished airport campus
Trivago decision highlights importance of booking direct or using Australian travel businesses
Peak industry body the Accommodation Association says today’s Federal Court decision in relation to Trivago highlights the value for Australian consumers in booking accommodation direct or…
Tourism Australia unveils virtual travel fair
Tourism Australia has launched a Virtual Travel Fair, Discover a Great Deal More, that provides Indian travellers with the opportunity to explore attractive deals on holidays to Australia
Tourism New Zealand relaunches travel trade website
Tourism New Zealand has relaunched its travel trade website with the aim to deliver the best information, education, resources and support to inspire and help travel agents to sell New…
Australia’s ban on cruise ships ends
The ban on foreign cruise ships by Australia — imposed in March 2020 after a Covid outbreak aboard the Ruby Princess spilled into Sydney once the vessel docked — cost the Australian economy…
Heritage Expeditions releases 2023-24 Southern Ocean Season including new destinations
Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released its 2023-24 Southern Ocean Season adding some exciting destinations to its iconic voyages.
Business travel bookings increase 21% in six weeks, signalling boost in business confidence
New data from Australia’s leading travel management provider for SMEs has revealed businesses are eager to return to the skies, with a 21 per cent increase in domestic and international…
Ol’au Palau: Islands of Palau will reward tourists for travelling sustainably
Ol’au Palau: a new model of responsible tourism that aims to change the way people interact with the country’s pristine environment and local culture.
Air New Zealand resumes flights to more North American destinations
Air New Zealand has resumed its non-stop service to San Francisco and looks forward to resuming services to Honolulu on 4 July and to Houston on 7 July.
Australia working visas searches beating pre-pandemic levels
As travel reopens around the world, recent figures indicate that British adolescents are once again considering taking a gap year with searches on this topic seeing some of the highest…
Air New Zealand welcomes Aussies back
Air New Zealand welcomed over 4,000 customers on board as the border restrictions between Australia and New Zealand were removed
Qatar Airways announces Amy Stainlay as marketing manager, Australasia and North Asia
Qatar Airways today announces the appointment of Amy Stainlay as Marketing Manager, Australasia and North Asia.
Aurora Expeditions celebrates successful Antarctica return
The award-winning Australian adventure travel company, Aurora Expeditions, has recently completed its return season to Antarctica and is celebrating a 100% success rate for its first season…
Qantas to unveil direct flights on Bengaluru-Sydney route for the first time
Australia’s national airline Qantas will fly non-stop from Bengaluru to Sydney, and is finalising a code-share partnership with IndiGo to make travel between India and Australia easier
Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney is the new must-do dining experience on Sydney Harbour
Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney is ready to welcome back international travel and showcase the iconic Sydney Harbour.
Australia’s most adventurous travellers wanted for first Bougainville tour
Australian boutique tour operator Crooked Compass is paving the way for tourism in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville and is inviting a small group of adventurous Australians to be the…
Australia’s newest premium hotel brand, A by Adina, will make your visit uniquely memorable
CBD Sydney: With a post-COVID-19 city stay renaissance, A by Adina is the new jewel in Sydney’s crown, having raised the ‘apartment hotel’ bar with an unrivalled premium contemporary…
Amazing Thailand, New Chapters champions country’s COVID-19-adapted tourism products
Luxperience Australia and Thailand Tourism Authority hosted a bespoke event in Sydney to celebrate Thailand's unique MICE luxury experiences and the amazing culture.
Singapore latest destination to resume as flight touches down
The first Air New Zealand flight from Singapore in over 720 days arrived into Auckland yesterday marking the resumption of services to the Southeast Asian nation.
New Novotel hotel opens in Melbourne
A multi-million dollar investment to transform an existing property into a new Novotel hotel has today been unveiled.
Intrepid Travel releases fifth annual integrated report
The world’s largest travel B Corp has released its 2021 Integrated Annual Report, which shows how the company has rebuilt, refocused and reinvested for the rebound of travel.
New Zealand remains high on event planners’ lists
The New Zealand government recently announced its borders will reopen on 12 April to fully vaccinated Australian visitors and then from 1 May, vaccinated travellers from visa-waiver…
New Yorkers are one flight closer to New Zealand with non-stop flights between the NYC and Auckland
Getting to New Zealand just got easier. Today, Air New Zealand has announced its first flight from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport to New Zealand will be on 17 September…
Solomon Islands tourism sector is ready for reopening
As the Solomon Islands prepares to rejoin the world after more than two years of isolation, results of a recently-conducted Ministry of Culture & Tourism/Tourism Solomons survey show the…
AIME 2022 gets underway
Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME), the leading meetings and conventions event in the Asia Pacific region, has opened its much-anticipated 2022 show
Cvent joins hands with AIME
Cvent, a market-leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider, is partnering with Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) to support their first ever hybrid event
Government announces AUD75.5million for Australia’s Travel Sector
Today is great news for Australia’s Travel Sector with the outstanding $75.5 million approved as part of an additional round of the COVID-19 Consumer Travel Support Program.
Why you need to book an Australian vacation
Australia tops most travelers’ bucket lists, and the fact that the country has been cut off from the rest of the world for the last few years has made this even more enticing. Now is the…
New Zealand says Kia ora world as borders reopen on 1 May
New Zealand government has announced the country’s borders will reopen on May 1 allowing international manuhiri (visitors) from visa waiver countries, including the US
Kia ora world, New Zealand is ready to be explored!
Air New Zealand is ready and waiting to reconnect friends and whānau from across the ditch from Wednesday 13 April, and visa waiver countries from Monday 2 May.
Flight Centre Travel increases stake in TP Connects to transform travel distribution
The Flight Centre Travel Group (FLT) has reinforced its commitment to providing customers with the widest choice of airfares by increasing its investment in travel technology business TP…
STAAH wins top connectivity provider accolade from Expedia
STAAH has earned Elite Connectivity Partner status with Expedia Group, the highest designation available in their Connectivity Partner Program
Australia to lift ban on cruise ships in April
Australia announced it would lift its entry ban for international cruise ships next month
Do You Think Australians Should Cancel Their Europe Trips?
Australia has modified its travel advice for eastern Europe, although most European countries now accept fully vaccinated Australians.
Event alert! Australia sets the stage for AIME 2022
AIME 2022 event will see a new array of exhibitors on the showfloor as part of the Activate and Activate Live feature in two weeks
Aurora Expeditions to cancel Russia itineraries
Aurora Expeditions has confirmed that it will make changes to its upcoming voyages that include Russian itineraries in light of the invasion of Ukraine.
Bali Lifts Quarantine For Fully Vaccinated Australians
Many Australians will be happy to know that they can now travel to Bali this week after the Aussie favourite abolished quarantine for vaccinated tourists and reinstated visas on arrival.
5 reasons why you need to visit Australia’s Melbourne Skydeck
Melbourne Skydeck is the best way to see Melbourne come alive, with 360-degree views of the city 300 metres above ground level, it’s a family experience above all else.
New Zealand prepares to welcome back international visitors
This week the New Zealand Government announced it is removing the self-isolation requirements for vaccinated travellers arriving in New Zealand.
Fiji allows quarantine-free entry to Indian travellers
Indian tourists can now travel to Fiji via the currently open transit routes of Singapore and Australia, to enjoy a “quarantine free” holiday
Adventures of a lifetime with Aurora Expeditions’ new Arctic & Global 2023 season offerings
Now that travel is steadily returning, joining a voyage from Aurora Expeditions’ Arctic and Global 2023 season offerings is the best way to start.
Air New Zealand To Fly Non-Stop To NYC This Year
Air New Zealand is launching a non-stop service between Auckland and New York City this year, making it one of the world’s longest flights.
Demand surges as Western Australia reopens borders
Western Australia has welcomed back its first international visitors with a string quartet and vouchers for tours and experiences in Perth purchased by Tourism Western Australia.
Radisson Hotel Group signs agreement for for first hotel in Papua New Guinea
Radisson Hotel Group continues to break new ground in Asia Pacific with the signing of an agreement for the Grand Papua Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals – its inaugural hotel in Papua…
Travel tech startup Vacaay appoints Catherine Stevens as APAC Regional Director.
Catherine Stevens is a travel media veteran and is delighted to be re-entering the industry after her pre-COVID hiatus.
Qatar Airways Increases Frequency To Australia
Qatar Airways has stated that it will boost its Doha-Brisbane frequency from three times weekly to daily beginning March 1, 2022, in addition to increasing its frequency across Australia.
Rex Aims To Expand 737 Fleet From 6 To 30
Over the next five to seven years, Rex plans to increase its Boeing 737 fleet to 30 planes, to put one new plane into service every two to three months.
hoo joins hands with STAAH to offer hoteliers access to dynamic pricing and world-beating commissions
New Zealand-based technology company that specialises in innovative cloud-based solutions that simplify hospitality operations STAAH has partnered with UK-based hoo – an innovative new…
TEQ launches new campaign to attract UK travellers to Queensland
With quarantine-free travel for vaccinated citizens from the UK to Australia commencing from now on, Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) has announced a new campaign to encourage travellers…
Australia Reopened To International Tourist: The Wait Is Over
Australia’s international borders have reopened to fully vaccinated visitors 704 days after they were closed to battle the spread of Coronavirus in 2020.
ATPI acquires Australia’s The Travel Authority in Southern Hemisphere expansion
Global travel management, events and sustainability consultancy, the ATPI Group, has acquired the Sydney (Australia) headquartered The Travel Authority in a new deal that sees the business…
Western Australia borders open on March 3
Following a review of Western Australia's border controls based on the latest health advice, the updated Safe Transition Plan will take effect from 3 March 2022.
Indonesia May Reopen In April With Garuda’s return To Australia
In Indonesia, a government official has indicated that the Covid-19 hospitalisation and death rates have been brought under control.
Tourism Australia bets big on Indian travellers
Tourism Australia has started welcoming back travellers from India with borders now open for quarantine-free travel, for fully vaccinated visa holders
United Resumes Melbourne-San Francisco Flights in May
While United Airlines hasn’t been flying between Melbourne and the United States since a pandemic put life on hold, they have scheduled the return of its Melbourne to San Francisco route for…
Hyatt Centric Melbourne marks a significant milestone for Hyatt’s rapidly growing lifestyle brand
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Melbourne, marking the entry of the vibrant Hyatt Centric brand into Australia.
Domestic Economy Airfares Have Dropped 25% In The Last 12 Months
The average domestic economy price has plummeted by nearly 25% since February 2021, according to a report by Australia Aviation, while business class airfares have dropped by 20%.
Qantas Avoids Singapore On London Flights Due To Testing
Qantas has announced changes to its long-haul network beginning in late March.
Ahead of reopening, Tourism Australia unveils global ad campaign
Tourism Australia has launched a new campaign internationally to encourage travellers to book their next big holiday to Australia, as borders re-open to all fully vaccinated tourists and…
Air New Zealand B777-300ER Returns From 600 Days Of Grounding
One of Air New Zealand’s Boeing 777-300ER jets returned to service after being grounded due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected the whole fleet.
Bonza Announces Routes and Base In The Sunshine Coast
New domestic airline Bonza has chosen The Sunshine Coast Airport as its home base, with two planes and the company’s headquarters located there.
Antarctica tops ultra-luxury bucket list bookings
Truly all-inclusive cruise line Scenic has witnessed a 100% increase year-on-year for bookings to Antarctica on board its ultra-luxury discovery yacht, Scenic Eclipse.
Australia extends ban on cruise tourism until 17 April
Despite announcing plans to reopen in phases, Australia has yet again extended its cruise ban, this time to April 17
AIME 2022 confirms 300 hosted buyers
AIME 2022 has confirmed 300 hosted buyers and a rush of new exhibitors have come in as national and international borders open and confidence fast returns
Crooked Compass joins Virtuoso’s luxury travel network
Crooked Compass has been accepted into Virtuoso’s exclusive Regional Preferred Partner Program across Asia-Pacific
Fiji expects to welcome 447,000 travellers In 2022
Faiyaz Koya, Fiji Tourism Minister has said that the island nation is expecting to receive 447,000 visitors this year
Airlines Demand End To Unvaccinated Passenger Hotel Quarantine
A group representing international airlines has urged to end the mandated 14-day quarantine for unvaccinated travellers, calling the procedure “redundant.”
Qantas Announces Changes To Its Frequent Flyer Program
Qantas Frequent Flyer has overhauled its frequent flyer program offering its members more bang for their buck in a new points scheme.
Rex To Build 737 Training Facilities And New Hangar In Sydney
After securing funding through NSW job-fuelling programme, Rex Airlines has announced plans to build a new Boeing 737 flight simulator centre at its Mascot headquarters.
Travel industry welcomes Australia reopening
The announcement was welcomed and rejoiced by the travel industry.
Here’s what you need to know about travelling to Australia
The Australian Government has announced Australia will reopen to all fully vaccinated visa holders, tourists, business travellers, and other visitors from 21 February.
New Zealand to reopen in phases, starting with travellers from visa-free nations
New Zealand will reopen its borders in phases after having closed for two years due to the Covid-19 outbreak
Australia reopening on February 21 for fully-vaxxed travellers
After almost two years of having one of the world’s toughest travel restrictions, Australia’s reopening is within sight as Prime Minister Scott Morrison claimed that the country will welcome…
Shareholders Accept The $23.6Billion Sydney Airport Bid
Shareholders at Sydney Airport have largely approved a $23.6 billion acquisition deal from a coalition of super funds and foreign investment partners.
Qantas Boss Compared WA Border Restrictions To North Korea
Qantas boss Alan Joyce has compared Western Australia’s ongoing border shutdown to North Korea’s authoritarian regime.
Australians Can Return To Bali But There Is A Catch
Australians can fly into Bali again as of last Friday, as the popular Indonesian tourist island announced a relaxation of its strict border restrictions.
New Zealand Announces Border Opening After Taliban Helps Abandoned Pregnant Kiwi
With her announcement, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern put an end to a humiliating week that saw a pregnant Kiwi journalist stranded outside the nation seeking help from the…
Will More Countries Ban Australians As Cases Here Are High?
Some of the 185 countries will not allow us entry at this time because we’re not handling COVID-19 very well at present.
What’s happening at AIME this year! Find out as it reveals stellar speaker line up
Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME), the leading meetings and conventions event in the Asia Pacific region, has revealed a world-class speaker line-up and the official themes…
AirAsia X Restarts Services To Sydney
AirAsia X, Malaysia’s low-cost long-haul airline, has announced the restart of flights between Sydney and Kuala Lumpur on February 14.
Bain Plans IPO For Virgin Next Year
After buying Virgin Australia out of voluntary administration in November 2020, private equity firm Bain Capital is reportedly planning to list the company on Australia’s stock exchange in…
Before Easter International Tourists Could Enter Australia
Earlier last week, Prime Minister Scott Morrison hinted that Australia might welcome international tourists as early as April.
Thousands Of Western Australians Stranded Abroad
After the state announced that it would delay reopening international and domestic borders, airlines say that tens of thousands of people have been blocked out of Western Australia…
Qantas Suspend Flights Between Honolulu And Sydney
Qantas will suspend all flights to Honolulu for the next two months while it adjusts its schedule and decreases capacity — the number of seats in the air – “to better match travel demand in…
Qantas Group Cuts Capacity As WA Delays Border Reopening
In light of the Western Australian government’s decision to delay indefinitely reopening its borders due to an increase in Omicron cases, Qantas has announced that it will cut its projected…
Ovolo takes quarantine to new levels
Ovolo Hotels’ new refined quarantine offering places physical and mental health at the forefront.
Qantas Offers A Slew Of Benefits For Direct Bookings,
Qantas is making a concerted effort to make it easier than ever for consumers to book flights directly.
Australia Changes Testing Rules To Boost International Travel
By removing the requirement for arrivals to show the results of a negative PCR test, Australia is making it easier for overseas travellers to enter the country; instead of from 1 am on…
Air New Zealand continues to operate domestic services
Following the New Zealand Government’s announcement that the country will move to the red traffic light at midnight tonight, the airline will continue to keep the country connected.
Travelling In Europe with An Australian Vaccination Certificate
Australia has an International COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (ICVC). That confirms you’re completely vaccinated, which is all you need to enter Spain, Germany, or any other European…
Qantas To Re-Launch Perth-London Nonstop Service
Qantas will resume its daily nonstop service from Perth to London, from 27 March.
Queensland scraps quarantine for fully vaxxed international travellers
Great news for foreign tourists flying to Queensland as the state has waived quarantine for fully vaccinated international travellers.
What’s Air New Zealand up to? Helping three lucky kiwi chicks take flight of their dreams
Air New Zealand helped three lucky kiwi chicks take the flight of their dreams to their brand-new home on Motuara Island via Nelson.
