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Members of the Indian film and TV industry attend the Brisbane Test

Kanchan Nath Dec 16, 2024

Tourism Australia, in partnership with Tourism Events Queensland, hosted 15 advocates from the Indian TV and film industry on the first day of the Brisbane Test between Australia and India…

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Quantum of the Seas Returns to Brisbane for a Third Season of Sunny Escapes

Joe Cusmano Dec 10, 2024 0

Another summer of adventures is here, and for the third consecutive season, Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas is back in Brisbane, offering the ultimate

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Qantas Launches Nonstop Flights from Brisbane to Manila

Joe Cusmano Nov 3, 2024 0

Thanks to the Flying Kangaroo’s new service that took off last week, Qantas customers can now enjoy the convenience of flying nonstop from Brisbane to

Air

Amadeus boosts the in-facility experience at Brisbane Airport

Marga Manlapig Sep 19, 2024

Brisbane Airport selected Amadeus technology to deliver an exceptional passenger experience at both its domestic and international terminals.

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Jetstar Soars to Second Place as Brisbane Airport Hits Pre-COVID Passenger Numbers

Joe Cusmano Jul 21, 2024 0

Jetstar has ascended to become the second largest international carrier at Brisbane Airport, which has now reached 95% of its total pre-COVID passenger numbers. The

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Cathay Pacific Returns to Full Pre-Pandemic Capacity in Perth and Brisbane Markets

Joe Cusmano Jul 8, 2024 0

Cathay Pacific is set to return to its full pre-pandemic capacity in the Perth and Brisbane markets. From 28 October 2024, the oneworld carrier will

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Qantas Adjusts Asia Network: Suspends Sydney-Shanghai Flights Adds Brisbane-Manila

Joe Cusmano May 19, 2024 0

Qantas will suspend the Sydney-Shanghai service on 28 July and will introduce new routes from Brisbane to Manila beginning 28 October 2024, as well as extra flights to Singapore and India.

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Nauru Airlines to Launch Direct Brisbane-Palau Service

Joe Cusmano May 13, 2024 0

In a significant boost to Pacific regional connectivity, Nauru Airlines has announced the commencement of its direct flight service, the “Palau Paradise Express,” connecting Brisbane,

Hotels

Accor grows its portfolio in the Sunshine State, signing  Mercure Brisbane Spring Hill

Kanchan Nath May 5, 2024

Accor, Australia’s largest hotel operator, is excited to expand its network of Brisbane  hotels with the addition of Mercure Brisbane Spring Hill in the heart of the River City. 

MICE

Brisbane Convention Centre’s ‘new precinct’ set to open in August

Joe Cusmano Feb 27, 2024

They are thrilled to announce their collaboration with Kim and the Brisbane Convention Centre, as they prepare for the opening of an exciting new precinct in Brisbane.

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American Airlines to Commence Service to Brisbane in October

Joe Cusmano Feb 8, 2024 0

American Airlines will launch a new service to Brisbane in October with its newly designed Boeing 787-9 aircraft outfitted with Flagship Suite seats. The post American Airlines to Commence…

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Jetstar Launches New Flights Linking Brisbane with Seoul and Osaka

Joe Cusmano Feb 4, 2024 0

Jetstar is launching additional flights between Brisbane and Seoul, South Korea, and Osaka, Japan, accordingly, significantly boosting the number of international low-fares seats in…

Air

Virgin Australia Launches Services to Uluru from Melbourne and Brisbane

Joe Cusmano Nov 23, 2023

Virgin Australia announced two additional direct flights from Melbourne and Brisbane will start operating next year, boosting tourism to Uluru. The new services, launched in…

Airports

Brisbane Airport Begins Big Terminal Transformation

Joe Cusmano Nov 8, 2023

As part of a $5 billion modernisation plan, Brisbane Airport has begun a significant overhaul of its domestic terminal. Included in the improvements are state-of-the-art computed…

Cruise

Quantum of the Seas Returns to Brisbane for a Big Australian Season

Joe Cusmano Nov 1, 2023

Australian families can pack their bags as the ultimate family holiday has arrived. Royal Caribbean International’s Quantum of the Seas is back in Brisbane for the summer with a line-up…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Air

Vietjet Announces New Service To Brisbane In June

Joe Cusmano Mar 28, 2023

In June, Vietjet will begin operating twice-weekly flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Brisbane, making it the first airline to connect the two cities directly. Outbound flights will…

Features

Emirates Will Boost Its Daily Flights To Brisbane

Joe Cusmano Jan 18, 2023

Emirates’ resumption of operations in Australia continues with the introduction of a new daily flight to Brisbane. Emirates will begin operating the second daily flight to and from…

Global

Emirates doubles services to Brisbane

Kanchan Nath Jan 18, 2023

Addition of a Boeing 777-300ER service means Emirates will offer almost 12,000 seats per week to Brisbane combined with its daily A380.

Airlines and Aviation

China Airlines Reintroduces Flights To Brisbane And Auckland

Joe Cusmano Nov 7, 2022

China Airlines’ flights between Auckland, Brisbane, and Taipei have resumed, with three flights per week from October to December, increasing to five flights per week from January to…

Airlines and Aviation

United Airlines Makes Its Landing In Brisbane

Joe Cusmano Nov 1, 2022

United Airlines’ debut flight from San Francisco to Brisbane landed on Saturday, making it the first American airline to offer regular, non-stop service between the US mainland and…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Canada Increase Frequency On Brisbane To Vancouver

Joe Cusmano Oct 25, 2022

Beginning in June 2023, Air Canada will increase its service from four times per week to daily between Brisbane and Vancouver. After returning to the service in July 2022, Air Canada…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Resumes Direct Brisbane Tokyo Services On 1 December

Joe Cusmano Oct 17, 2022

The Sunshine State’s tourism industry will get a boost from 1 December 2022, when Qantas will resume three weekly flights between Brisbane Airport and Tokyo’s Haneda Airport. Ryan…

Global

Travelex launches first foreign currency ATM at Brisbane Airport

Kanchan Nath Oct 11, 2022

Travelex, the foreign exchange brand in Australia, has launched the foreign exchange industry’s first ever Foreign Currency ATM click & collect service, enabling customers to pre-order…

Airports

Brisbane Airport Says Curfew And Caps Could Cost Jobs and 1 Billion Dollars

Joe Cusmano Sep 5, 2022

According to Brisbane Airport, limiting aircraft to reduce noise would cost the local economy jobs and $1 billion yearly. Gert-Jan de Graaff, the airport’s CEO, warned that closing…

New United Flight to Brisbane brings tourism opportunities

Juergen T Steinmetz Jun 8, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN 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…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates To Resume Daily A380 Service To Brisbane

Joe Cusmano Feb 22, 2022

Dubai is bringing back the Airbus A380 to serve Brisbane daily starting on 1 March 2022, as travel demand rise due to the opening of the Australia borders on 21 February.

Airlines and Aviation

Rex finally announces the addition of Brisbane to its network

Joe Cusmano Nov 18, 2021

Rex Airlines is expanding beyond regional flights, adding Brisbane to its domestic network as the independent airline pursues Australia’s so-called “Golden Triangle.”

Eturbo News

Brisbane quarantine hub receives green light

Joe Cusmano Aug 4, 2021

Queensland Deputy Premier Steven Miles has welcomed the news that the proposed quarantine site on Commonwealth land near Brisbane Airport has been deemed a viable option, adding that it must…

Airlines and Aviation

As capacity war continues, Jetstar starts Brisbane–Perth service

Joe Cusmano Jun 24, 2021

Jetstar will compete with rival Virgin and Qantas and launch five return services between Brisbane and Perth in time for the summer season.

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand to establish crew base in Brisbane

Joe Cusmano Jun 15, 2021

Air New Zealand has extended its agreement with the Australian Government to operate flights between Norfolk Island and Australia from 30 August 2021 until the end of August 2023.

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Brisbane Airport not pointing fingers over ‘innocent mistake’

Joe Cusmano May 3, 2021

Brisbane Airport isn’t laying blame for the “human error” that led to two red-zone passengers – one who later tested positive for Covid-19 – roaming about the green zone for two hours on…

Appointments

Saraid Carey is the new general manager of Hyatt Regency Brisbane

Kristin Mariano Apr 19, 2021

Hyatt Regency Brisbane has announced that Saraid Carey assumed the position of general manager.

Tourism

Brisbane lockdown ends today

Kristin Mariano Apr 1, 2021

"Easter is good to go," Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced as she ended the three-day snap lockdown in Brisbane today after only one COVID case has been recorded overnight.

Features

New pre-Easter Lockdown for Brisbane

Joe Cusmano Mar 30, 2021

Greater Brisbane has been battling with a small cluster of the virus for the past few weeks and now to stop any potential further spreading, the authorities have declared a snap three-day…

Reopening updates

Even Better With You! This new campaign is welcoming interstate travellers to experience new Brisbane

Megha Paul Mar 2, 2021

Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner is welcoming visitors back to Brisbane with the launch of an interstate domestic tourism campaign highlighting the city’s appealing new attributes

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates resumes flights to Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne

Joe Cusmano Jan 26, 2021

Emirates has announced today that it will resume flights in and out of Australia, reversing a decision it made only a week ago.

Reopening updates

Brisbane lifts virus lockdown

Megha Paul Jan 12, 2021

Australia’s third-largest city has lifted stay-at-home orders, after mass testing and tracing across Brisbane found no new coronavirus cases despite fears over a contagious strain entering…

Reopening updates

Air New Zealand begins quarantine-free flights to Brisbane

Megha Paul Jan 6, 2021

Air New Zealand has announced it will operate first quarantine-free flight from Auckland to Brisbane on 7 January

Its official! Brisbane Airport’s new runway is now open for business

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2020

Brisbane Airport’s (BNE) new runway opened with a celebration of Queensland’s rich aviation history. Virgin Australia, BNE’s home carrier, had the honour of the first historic departure,…

Brisbane airport’s home carrier Virgin Australia to launch first flight in new runway

Megha Paul Jul 8, 2020

Virgin Australia will be the first airline to depart on Brisbane’s new runway when it officially opens on 12 July 2020. After eight years of construction and five decades of planning,…

Brisbane’s historical runway launch now on a time capsule

Megha Paul Jun 23, 2020

To commemorate the opening of Brisbane’s new runway on 12 July 2020, Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) is creating a time capsule so future Queenslanders can look back at the…

The recovery and growth track: Brisbane’s new runway reaches completion

Megha Paul May 20, 2020

Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) and Skyway, a joint venture between BMD Constructions and CPB Contractors (a member of the CIMIC Group), are today celebrating the practical completion…

Brisbane Airport witnesses record-breaking year

Megha Paul Feb 3, 2020

Passenger numbers at Brisbane Airport exceeded 24.1 million for the first time, with Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) recording the strongest international and domestic growth amongst…

Bringing Brisbane BAC: “Visitor infrastructure is experiencing a once in a generation boom”

Alastair Newport Jan 24, 2020

The Brisbane Marketing and Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) are partnering to expand Brisbane’s presence in key international markets with the appointment of a tourism marketing team in…

Brisbane Tourism records smashed as visitor numbers surge

Megha Paul Jan 21, 2020

Brisbane international and interstate visitor and spending records have been broken after a dramatic surge in interstate visitors and key markets, including North America. Brisbane Lord…

Destination Brisbane to shine in India

Megha Paul Oct 17, 2019

Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC), in partnership with Singapore Airlines and Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ), has launched its first ever direct-to-consumer marketing campaign…

Hotels

W Hotels plants Australian roots with W Brisbane

Tian Tolentino Jun 4, 2018

W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott International, enters Australia with the opening of W Brisbane in one of its fastest-growing cities.

Airlines and Aviation

Malaysia Airlines to resume flights to Brisbane

Jill Sayles Jan 9, 2018

Malaysia Airlines has announced that it will be reinstating direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Brisbane from 6 June 2018. The service will run four times a week, providing 120,000…

Airlines and Aviation

SIA deploys three A350s to Brisbane

Mark Elliott Aug 16, 2017

Singapore Airlines has revealed plans to deploy three of its newest aircraft to Brisbane, with the gradual launch of a trio of Airbus A350s to the Australian city. The modernisation of…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates goes triple daily on Brisbane route

Mark Elliott May 17, 2017

Emirates will continue to expand its Australian operations later this year, with the launch of a third daily service to Brisbane. Commencing on 1 December 2017, the new direct flight from…

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Virgin Australia flights to Doha on Sale Now

Joe Cusmano Dec 16, 2024 0

A new era of international travel is set to take off, with Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways partnering to deliver more value and choice for

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways to resume daily flights to Canberra

Kanchan Nath Dec 16, 2024

Qatar Airways is set to re-launch daily flights to Canberra, the capital city of Australia, driving connectivity and increased competition for the benefit of Canberrans and Australian…

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Qantas Enhances Travel Experience for Festive Season

Joe Cusmano Dec 9, 2024 0

As the holiday season approaches, Qantas is set to deliver an upgraded travel experience for its customers, marking one of the busiest festive seasons on

TDM Guest Contributor

Silver Nova Makes Its Grand Debut in Australia

Joe Cusmano Dec 8, 2024 0

Silversea’s innovative Nova-class ship, Silver Nova, has begun its first-ever cruise season in Australia. This monumental event marks more than just the arrival of a

TDM Guest Contributor

Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand Reunite to Enhance Travel Experiences

Joe Cusmano Dec 8, 2024 0

The long-awaited reunion between Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand is officially here, bringing enhanced travel options and seamless experiences for passengers crossing the Tasman.

Airlines and Aviation

Delta is offering the largest selection of seasonal travel deals

Kanchan Nath Dec 3, 2024

Winter wanderlust is calling, and Delta, known for excellence in premium travel, reliability and its extensive global network—is making dream getaways easier with its Cyber Monday event

Awards

Frasers Hospitality lauded for ESG achievements in Australia

Marga Manlapig Dec 3, 2024

Frasers Property’s hotel management arm Frasers Hospitality announced that it has received a 1-star Green Star Performance (GSP) portfolio rating by the Green Building of Council of…

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Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways Gain Interim Approval for New Doha Flights

Joe Cusmano Dec 1, 2024 0

Exciting news for travellers as the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has granted interim authorisation to Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways to operate flights

Reports

Plaza Premium Group and Adelaide Airport team up for Flight Club Adelaide

Marga Manlapig Nov 26, 2024

Plaza Premium Group recently entered an agreement with Adelaide Airport to establish Flight Club Adelaide, PPG’s first domestic terminal experience in Oceania and the debut of the Flight…

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Qatar Airways Pending Acquisition of 25% Stake in Virgin Australia: A Game-Changer for Australian Aviation

Joe Cusmano Nov 18, 2024 0

In a significant move set to reshape the Australian aviation landscape, Qatar Airways has announced its plan to acquire a 25% minority stake in Virgin

Global

As an industry we need to work collaboratively to reach sustainability goals: Suyin Lee

Kanchan Nath Nov 13, 2024

Lee is big fan of community led tourism; it provides much needed tourism revenue for development. On the other hand, trends indicate that people want more immersive, unique and cultural…

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Qantas Launches New Route to Palau: The ‘Palau Paradise Express’

Joe Cusmano Nov 11, 2024 0

Qantas customers can now book flights to the airline’s newest destination, the stunning Pacific Island Nation of Palau. With fares on sale this week, the

Air

Philippine Airlines and Queensland Australia team up for exclusive seat sale

Marga Manlapig Nov 5, 2024

Philippine Airlines (PAL), in partnership with Queensland Australia, the state tourism board of Queensland, is currently holding an exclusive seat sale for travel on PAL’s nonstop flights to…

TDM Guest Contributor

Ovation of the Seas Returns to Sydney Harbour for a Record-Breaking Season

Joe Cusmano Nov 3, 2024 0

Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas has made a grand return to the iconic Sydney Harbour, marking the start of a record-breaking season for the holiday brand.

Cruise

Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas returns to Sydney Harbour

Marga Manlapig Nov 1, 2024

Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas is back in the iconic Sydney Harbour to mark the start of a record-breaking season for the holiday brand.

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Emirates Reconnects Adelaide and Dubai with Daily Service

Joe Cusmano Oct 31, 2024 0

Emirates has relaunched its daily service between Adelaide and Dubai, marking a significant milestone for both cities. The reinstated service, operated by a Boeing 777-200LR,

Air

Perth Airport and Accor team up for the area’s first airport hotel

Marga Manlapig Oct 30, 2024

Perth Airport partnered with Accor, Australia’s largest hotel operator, to operate the first  hotel on the airport estate under the Pullman Hotels & Resorts brand. 

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Qantas Unveils Next-Generation Cabin Upgrades for A330 Aircraft

Joe Cusmano Oct 28, 2024 0

Qantas has announced a significant upgrade to its Airbus A330 fleet, promising passengers a more comfortable and technologically advanced experience. This multimillion-dollar refurbishment…

Hospitality

Mercure Hotels introduces its 1000 Hours of Local Flavours

Marga Manlapig Oct 28, 2024

Mercure Hotels invites the world to embark on a unique culinary journey with its new concept: 1000-Hours of Local Flavours. 

Agreements / Understandings / Contract Signings

Air India and Singapore Airlines expand codeshare agreement

Marga Manlapig Oct 23, 2024

Air India and Singapore Airlines (SIA) recently agreed to significantly expand their  codeshare agreement, adding 11 Indian cities and another 40 international  destinations to their…

TDM Guest Contributor

Qantas Expands International Network with New Routes and Aircraft

Joe Cusmano Oct 20, 2024 0

Qantas is set to significantly enhance its international network with the addition of 220,000 seats, new aircraft, and a new route. These changes will cater

Air

Tourism Australia launches its first Muslim consortium in Indonesia

Marga Manlapig Oct 17, 2024

Tourism Australia is expanding its outreach to Muslim travellers in Indonesia with its first consortium of travel agencies.

Global

Qantas continues to grow its global network

Marga Manlapig Oct 17, 2024

Qantas is boosting its international network with new aircraft and a new destination, as well as schedule changes.

Reports

Essential to grow air connectivity to Oceania

Kanchan Nath Oct 15, 2024

 Mabrian's analysis highlights a growing gap between rising travel demand and lagging air connectivity in Oceania. While key markets like the United States, India, China, and Europe show…

Global

Philippines to boost tourism promotion in Australia

Marga Manlapig Oct 14, 2024

The Philippines' Department of Tourism (DOT) aims to ramp up the promotion of the country’s key destinations to the Australian market.

Tourism

Cultural Attractions of Australia launches new itinerary options

Marga Manlapig Oct 9, 2024

Cultural Attractions of Australia (CAOA), a collection of Australia’s most iconic attractions and bespoke immersive experiences, announced the launch of nine itinerary ideas that travel…

TDM Guest Contributor

Carnival Cruise Line Expands Australian Itineraries for 2026/27

Joe Cusmano Oct 8, 2024 0

Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter Join Carnival Splendor and Carnival Luminosa to expand Australia cruise options,

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Qantas to Shake Up Japan Travel with New Haneda Flights

Joe Cusmano Oct 7, 2024 0

In a significant move set to transform travel between Australia and Japan, Qantas has announced plans to shift its Melbourne and Brisbane flights from Tokyo

TDM Guest Contributor

Qatar Airways to Acquire 25% Stake in Virgin Australia, Strengthening Partnership

Joe Cusmano Oct 7, 2024 0

In a significant move for the aviation industry, Qatar Airways Group has announced its intention to acquire a 25% equity stake in Virgin Australia from

Reports

ATIA lauds Qatar Airways’ investment into Virgin Australia

Marga Manlapig Oct 1, 2024

The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) extended appreciative comments regarding Qatar Airways’ impending investment into Virgin Australia.

Sports Tourism

Maximizing on the growing demand for Sports tourism

Kanchan Nath Oct 1, 2024

Thomas Cook (India) Limited, India's omnichannel travel services company, and its Group Company, SOTC Travel have partnered with Cricket Australia for the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar…

Global

Virgin Australia and Tourism & Events Queensland present limited-run fare sale

Marga Manlapig Sep 17, 2024

Virgin Australia and Tourism and Events Queensland are currently running a major online sale featuring over half a million fares to the sunshine state ranging from as low as $45.

Tourism

Wendy Wu Tours launches sale on select China tours for 2025

Marga Manlapig Sep 13, 2024

Wendy Wu Tours launched its exclusive Earlybird Sale which offers Australians an opportunity to save up to AUD1,100 per person for selected China tours slated for 2025.

Air

Qantas flies inaugural flight to Vanuatu

Marga Manlapig Sep 11, 2024

Qantas officially launched its route to Vanuatu through its inaugural flight from Brisbane to the capital city of Port Vila on 10th September.

Reports

Accor Pacific’s Queensland hotel network reports sustained growth as of July 2024

Marga Manlapig Sep 6, 2024

Accor Pacific’s hotel network in Queensland recorded sustained growth in the year to the end of July 2024, emphasising the area’s premier position in the Australian tourism and hotel market.

Hotel Management Company

Florian Heiner takes helm at Kempinski The One Suites Hotel Shanghai Downtown

Marga Manlapig Sep 2, 2024

Kempinski The One Suites Hotel Shanghai Downtown announced that hospitality industry veteran Florian Heiner is its new general manager.

Travel Agents

VisitBritain to host its first trade mission to Australia from 9 to 13 September since 2016

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2024

The best of destination Britain will be on show in Australia as VisitBritain Chairman Nick de Bois CBE leads the agency’s first trade mission to the country since 2016.

Cruise

SeaLink Marine & Tourism announces new addition to its fleet

Marga Manlapig Aug 5, 2024

SeaLink Marine & Tourism announced that construction on Goodna, the latest addition to its fleet, has been completed ahead of schedule. 

TDM Guest Contributor

Qantas’ Project Sunrise: Balancing Comfort and Cost in Ultra-Long-Haul Flights

Joe Cusmano Jul 31, 2024 0

Drawing from my experience as a past executive in the aviation sector, I’ve been keenly tracking the progress of Qantas’ audacious ‘Project Sunrise’. This pioneering

TDM Guest Contributor

Oceania Cruises: Celebrate the Holidays in Style

Joe Cusmano Jul 29, 2024 0

Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is excited to announce its festive holiday voyages for the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 seasons. Offering…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways partners with The British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia 2025

Kanchan Nath Jul 26, 2024

Qatar Airways is proud to announce its latest partnership as the Official Title Partner and Official Airline Partner of The Qatar Airways British & Irish Lions Tour to Australia 2025.

Global

SeaDream Yacht Club appoints Jarrod Zurvas as the APAC Director of Sales

Kanchan Nath Jul 24, 2024

Boutique luxury cruise line SeaDream Yacht Club has appointed luxury cruise veteran Jarrod Zurvas as the company’s new Director of Sales for Asia-Pacific.

TDM Guest Contributor

Cathay Pacific Launches Groundbreaking Two-for-One Fare to Hong Kong

Joe Cusmano Jul 14, 2024 0

Are you a Hong Kong enthusiast? Cathay Pacific has some exciting news for you! The airline has just announced a new offer to make your

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand ramps up school holiday schedule with 30,000 extra seats across Aotearoa

Kanchan Nath Jul 8, 2024

Air New Zealand is preparing to welcome nearly half a million customers on its domestic network over the July school holidays as travellers look to make the most of a mid-winter getaway.

TDM Guest Contributor

Silversea Unveils World Cruise 2027: The Three Oceans

Joe Cusmano Jul 3, 2024 0

In addition to 50 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 35 countries, the global voyage will feature exclusive events, dozens of S.A.L.T. culinary experiences,20 destinations that are new to a…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates makes its grand debut at The Championships, Wimbledon

Kanchan Nath Jul 2, 2024

Emirates steps onto the court for the first time as Official Airline Partner of The Championships, Wimbledon.

TDM Guest Contributor

Air New Zealand’s CEO Turns a Diversion into a Memorable Journey

Joe Cusmano Jun 30, 2024 0

In an extraordinary turn of events, Greg Foran, the Chief Executive of Air New Zealand, found himself serving drinks to passengers on an international flight

TDM Guest Contributor

Qantas and Jetstar Launch Direct Services to Vanuatu

Joe Cusmano Jun 30, 2024 0

Qantas and Jetstar have announced a significant boost to their flight schedules. Up to nine return flights each week will be available between Australia and

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand’s seasonal service to the Sunshine Coast returns

Kanchan Nath Jun 25, 2024

It’s good news for Kiwis looking to escape the winter blues, with Air New Zealand’s seasonal service to the Sunshine Coast returning on 26 June 2024. 

TDM Guest Contributor

Qantas Soars to New Heights: Launching Flights to Vanuatu

Joe Cusmano Jun 23, 2024 0

Qantas, has received the green light from the International Air Services Commission (IASC) to launch its own flights to Vanuatu. This exciting development comes as

TDM Guest Contributor

The Sky’s the Limit: A Look at Australia’s Booming Domestic Air Travel

Joe Cusmano Jun 16, 2024 0

As Australia’s skies hum with the return of domestic flights, the latest data from the Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics (BITRE) reveals a

TDM Guest Contributor

Silversea Unveils Its Most Enriching Voyage Ever: The Three Oceans World Cruise 2027

Joe Cusmano Jun 6, 2024 0

Silversea has announced its most ambitious voyage ever for its World Cruise 2027, The Three Oceans. The Silver Dawn, one of the smallest world-cruising ships,

Cruise

P&O Cruises to retire its brand in Australia

Kanchan Nath Jun 4, 2024

P&O Cruises Australia has announced its fleet will soon be sailing to its final berth, ceasing its operations in 2025 after more than 90 years on the water. The Australian travel brand…

TDM Guest Contributor

Rex Adds to Launch Perth-Adelaide Flights   

Joe Cusmano Jun 2, 2024 0

Rex will start tits 12th domestic route, three weekly services from Perth to Adelaide operated with an Embraer E-190 jet, on sale now for travel from 28 June.

TDM Guest Contributor

Virgin Australia Takes Flight: Expanding Horizons Amidst Air Vanuatu’s Turbulence

Joe Cusmano Jun 2, 2024 0

As the aviation industry navigates through the ever-changing skies, Virgin Australia is set to expand its wings, filling the void left by Air Vanuatu’s recent

Cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line expands its presence across Asia Pacific, Australia and New Zealand with over 30 new itineraries

Kanchan Nath May 28, 2024

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) launches over 30 new port-intensive cruises across Asia Pacific,  Australia and New Zealand, for a total of 85 voyages from September 2024 through March 2026 on…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet celebrates a decade of connections between  Singapore and Vietnam 

Kanchan Nath May 27, 2024

Celebrating a decade of connecting travellers to the beautiful tropical  island of Singapore, Vietjet joyfully announces the offer of 10,000 promotional tickets for all direct  flights…

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Rex Launches Melbourne-Perth Route, Promising Affordable and Reliable Travel

Joe Cusmano May 26, 2024 0

Rex Airlines is introducing a unique Melbourne-Perth route in a strategic move to broaden its domestic reach. This route, designed to cater to the budget-conscious

Global

Norwegian Cruise Line expands its presence across Asia Pacific, with 24 new itineraries 

Kanchan Nath May 24, 2024

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 57-year history of breaking boundaries, launches 24 new port-intensive cruises across Asia, for a total of 85 Asia…

Hotels

Amora Hotels & Resorts selects Sydney as Regional Hub to drive Asia Pacific Brand expansion

Kanchan Nath May 23, 2024

Amora Hotels & Resorts is positioning itself for a new phase of expansion in Asia Pacific as it prepares to introduce its unique style of customer-centric luxury hospitality to new…

TDM Guest Contributor

Virgin Australia Increases Flights to Vanuatu Amid Airline Liquidation

Joe Cusmano May 19, 2024 0

Amidst the unsettling news of Air Vanuatu’s grounding and subsequent liquidation, Virgin Australia has emerged as a beacon of hope, ensuring uninterrupted air connectivity between

Cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line opens for sale of new voyages for Norwegian Sun’s debut in Asia-Pacific

Kanchan Nath May 14, 2024

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, has released a series of immersive, destination-rich itineraries for Norwegian Sun’s inaugural debut in the region for the…

TDM Guest Contributor

Air Vanuatu Collapses: A Blow to Pacific Tourism

Joe Cusmano May 12, 2024 0

In a shocking turn of events, Air Vanuatu, the national carrier of the Pacific nation of Vanuatu, has been placed into voluntary liquidation. The airline,

TDM Guest Contributor

Etihad Airways Expands Global Network with Five New Interline Partnerships

Joe Cusmano May 6, 2024 0

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced the launch of reciprocal interline partnerships with five new airline partners, further expanding

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways boosts interline deals with five airlines making travel smoother

Kanchan Nath May 6, 2024

Etihad Airways has launched reciprocal interline partnerships with five new airline partners, further expanding travel options for guests across its expanding global network.

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Qantas and Virgin Step Up to Assist Stranded Bonza Passengers

Joe Cusmano May 5, 2024 0

In the wake of Bonza’s sudden halt in operations, Qantas and Virgin Australia have stepped up to ensure safe travel for stranded passengers. Both airlines offer free flights to Bonza…

Hotels

Amora Hotels & Resorts selects Sydney as regional hub to drive Asia Pacific brand expansion strategy

Kanchan Nath May 2, 2024

Independent hospitality company Amora Hotels & Resorts is positioning itself for a new phase of expansion in Asia Pacific as it prepares to introduce its unique style of customer-centric…

Hotels

Accor launches hotel traineeship targeting young Indigenous talent  

Kanchan Nath Apr 24, 2024

Accor, the largest hotel operator in Australia, announced its new Accor Indigenous Hotel Traineeship to provide career pathways and development opportunities for young Indigenous talent.

TDM Guest Contributor

Melbourne Airport Soars to New Heights at World Airport Awards

Joe Cusmano Apr 21, 2024 0

Melbourne, Australia – Melbourne Airport has once again been recognized as the premier gateway in the Australia-Pacific region, clinching the title of “Best Airport” for The post Melbourne…

TDM Guest Contributor

A New Summer Anthem will Make its Way to Australia in 2025-26

Joe Cusmano Apr 17, 2024 0

Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas is Set for its Down Under Debut, joining Voyager of the Seas in November 2025. The post A New Summer Anthem will Make its Way to Australia in 2025-26…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet strengthens Asia-Pacific connectivity, launches Hanoi-Sydney Route

Kanchan Nath Mar 22, 2024

Vietjet has opened new direct routes connecting the capital city of Hanoi with the beautiful port city of Sydney, bringing the total number of routes connecting Vietnam and Australia to 7 …

TDM Guest Contributor

Rex and Etihad Airways Launch New Interline Partnership

Joe Cusmano Mar 17, 2024 0

In a significant development for travellers, Rex has announced a new interline partnership with Etihad Airways. This partnership marks a new era of choice and The post Rex and Etihad…

Airlines and Aviation

IndiGo introduces 11 new codeshare routes across Australia with Qantas Airways

Kanchan Nath Mar 15, 2024

IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced 11 new connections under its extended codeshare agreement with Australia’s national airline, Qantas Airways, starting from March 31, 2024.

TDM Guest Contributor

QantasLink Launches Airbus A220, Ushering in New Domestic and Regional Travel Era

Joe Cusmano Mar 3, 2024 0

QantasLink’s two new Airbus A220 aircraft have taken off for their first commercial flights today, marking the beginning of a new era of domestic and The post QantasLink Launches Airbus…

TDM Guest Contributor

Turkish Airlines Touches Down in Melbourne, Eyes Sydney Next

Joe Cusmano Mar 3, 2024 0

Turkish Airlines’ inaugural flight to Melbourne landed on Saturday, marking a significant milestone for the airline. The new route connects Australia to Istanbul, a city The post Turkish…

MICE

Business Events Australia: A look into the future

Joe Cusmano Feb 27, 2024

In a recent conversation at AIME 2024 with Robin Mack, the Executive General Manager of Commercial & Business Events Australia, he shared his insights on the current state and future of…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Group Navigates Turbulence with $1.25B Profit, Jetstar Ascends Despite Challenges

Joe Cusmano Feb 26, 2024 0

Qantas Group Navigates Turbulence with $1.25B Profit, Jetstar Ascends Despite Challenges

Airlines and Aviation

VietJet celebrates the year of the dragon with super deals  from just SGD80 

Kanchan Nath Feb 23, 2024

From now until 26 February 2024, Vietjet offers hundreds of thousands of Eco tickets starting from  just SGD80 (USD60)/one-way (including all taxes and fees), across its entire flight…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates to return to Adelaide in October 2024

Kanchan Nath Feb 7, 2024

Emirates has taken the final step in the restoration of its Australia capacity announcing its return to Adelaide. A daily service will relaunch between the South Australia capital and the…

Appointments

Traveltek appoints Christian Sansom as the new Head of APAC

Kanchan Nath Feb 5, 2024

Travel technology specialist Traveltek is delighted to announce the appointment of Christian Sansom as the new Head of APAC.

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet further boosts fleet capacity amid increasing  travel demand for the Lunar New Year holidays

Kanchan Nath Feb 5, 2024

Vietjet is gearing up for the surge in travel demand during the  Lunar New Year festival, one of the longest annual holidays in Asia, by expanding its fleet.

TDM Guest Contributor

Regent Seven Seas Announces “Luxury Goes Exploring” Event Series 

Joe Cusmano Feb 4, 2024 0

Travel Agents and Clients across Australia are Invited to the Event Series to Learn About Enticing New Offers Available on Voyages Through June 2026 The post Regent Seven Seas Announces …

Airlines and Aviation

Air Charter Service arranges charter to 4,000th airport in last 10 years

Kanchan Nath Feb 1, 2024

Leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, recently arranged a charter into its 4,000th airport since 2013, spanning 191 different countries.

TDM Guest Contributor

Emirates Increases Operations in Australia

Joe Cusmano Jan 30, 2024 0

Emirates has announced that it will expand its operations in Australia by upgrading its second daily flight, EK430/431, between Dubai and Brisbane to an A380

TDM Guest Contributor

Virgin Australia Will Increase Regional Network with a Link Airways Partnership Deal

Joe Cusmano Jan 22, 2024 0

Virgin Australia and Link Airways have announced a new codeshare partnership set to expand Virgin Australia’s regional footprint significantly, increasing Virgin Australia’s reach into…

Airlines and Aviation

Turkish delight, Qantas quandary, Virgin victory?

Tony Harrington Jan 18, 2024

When the Australian Government recently blocked a request for more flights by Qatar Airways, it was widely viewed as a win for Qantas, a setback for Virgin Australia, and a blow to…

Global

Australia: Gebrüder Weiss opens a third location

Kanchan Nath Dec 26, 2023

Gebrüder Weiss is expanding its network in Australia with the opening of a new Air & Sea office in Brisbane. This is now the third location operated by the international logistics…

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand to fly a million customers across the country this Christmas

Kanchan Nath Dec 21, 2023

Air New Zealand is gearing up for an extraordinary Christmas, with more than a million customers expected to travel on the domestic network alone, and another 700,000 customers to…

Eturbo News

Qantas and Jetstar Get Ready for Busy Summer Travel

Joe Cusmano Dec 14, 2023 0

Following last year’s holiday travel chaos caused by a lack of staffing and preparation, Qantas and Jetstar are mobilising reserve workers and keeping aircraft on

Eturbo News

Princess Cruises Unveils the Largest Americas Season Ever for 2025-26

Joe Cusmano Dec 14, 2023 0

The Love boat’s two newest ships will sail from Fort Lauderdale offering eastern and western Caribbean itineraries.

Air

Virgin Australia Boosts its Order for 737 MAX-8 Planes

Joe Cusmano Nov 27, 2023

Virgin Australia has added six MAX-8s to its new Boeing MAX family aircraft pipeline, with six more expected for delivery in the second half of 2024, increasing the airline’s total…

Air

Virgin Australia Launches the 2024 Pride Flight

Joe Cusmano Nov 27, 2023

Virgin Australia Pride Flight is back for the fourth consecutive year, with more than 500 tickets currently available to purchase across three main Virgin Australia flights departing…

Air

VietJet Launches New Services to Perth and Adelaide

Joe Cusmano Nov 27, 2023

By adding Adelaide and Perth, Vietjet has more than doubled the number of weekly flights it operates to Australia to 58—less than a year after entering the Australian market in April…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet links Adelaide and Perth to Ho Chi Minh City

Kanchan Nath Nov 24, 2023

Vietjet, Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier, launched its inaugural flight from Adelaide to Ho Chi Minh City, marking the first-ever Vietnamese carrier to operate flights between Vietnam and…

Air

Bonza Makes Tasmanian Debut with the First Flight from the Gold Coast to Launceston

Joe Cusmano Nov 23, 2023

Bonza’s debuted in Tasmania last Tuesday with the maiden flight from the Gold Coast to Launceston. As Bonza continues its mission of encouraging new domestic tourism markets, the…

Air

Jetstar To Fly Direct From Sydney to Osaka

Joe Cusmano Nov 23, 2023

Jetstar will commence direct flights between Sydney and Osaka (Kansai), offering more than 100,000 low-cost tickets between the two popular destinations every year.  From 1 April…

Cruise

Carnival Cruise Line Opens 2025-26 Australia Cruises

Joe Cusmano Nov 17, 2023

Carnival Cruise Line has just announced the 2025-26 cruise season with more departures planned out of Sydney and Brisbane. Guests may now choose from a variety of new cruise choices,…

Airlines and Aviation

IndiGo and Qantas Airways to extend codeshare partnership

Kanchan Nath Nov 13, 2023

IndiGo, India’s preferred carrier, has announced extension of its codeshare agreement with Australia’s national airline, Qantas.

Air

United Adds 50 Daily Nonstops to International Destinations

Joe Cusmano Nov 9, 2023

United launched its international winter schedule this year with 50 additional daily flights than last year, becoming the first U.S. carrier to fly direct from the continental United…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet ramps up frequency, becoming largest airline operator between Australia and Vietnam

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2023

Vietjet has announced the expansion of its flight to Australia. The airline will operate a total of 48 flights in a week, making it the biggest operator between the two countries.

Hotels

CapitaLand Ascott Trust divests two hotels in Australia for AUD109.0 million 

Kanchan Nath Nov 6, 2023

CapitaLand Ascott Trust (CLAS) is divesting two mature  hotels in Sydney, Australia to an unrelated third party for a total of AUD109.0 million (S$95.6 million1).

Cruise

First-Ever Disney Cruise Line Departs from Sydney

Joe Cusmano Oct 30, 2023

As the cruise season in Australia is heating up last Saturday, 28 October, Disney Cruise Line made history with the first-ever departure of the Disney Wonder from Sydney. Hobart,…

Air

Virgin Australia Introduces New B737 Max Domestic Routes

Joe Cusmano Oct 16, 2023

As more of its 737 MAX 8 aircraft arrives, Virgin Australia will use it on additional domestic and short-haul international flights. At the end of September, the airline received its…

Air

Virgin Australia Will Operate The New B737 Max 8s To Bali And Fiji

Joe Cusmano Oct 9, 2023

Virgin Australia has updated its schedule to include additional international flights using the Boeing 737 Max 8. New international 737 Max routes for Virgin Australia include…

Air

REX Launches Long-Awaited Frequent Flyer Program

Joe Cusmano Oct 4, 2023

Rex unveiled the airline’s long-awaited and much-anticipated frequent flyer loyalty programme. Passengers can now sign up for Rex Flyer and start earning Rex Flyer points and status…

Cruise

Royal Caribbean Unveils Exclusive Wine Partnership

Joe Cusmano Oct 2, 2023

Royal Caribbean International has established a relationship with Ponting Wines, co-founded by Ricky Ponting, one of Australia’s most recognised cricket players and co-founder of Ponting…

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…

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

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…

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…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways Additional Flights Would Reduce Fares Senate Inquiry Hears

Joe Cusmano Sep 21, 2023

Evidence presented to a parliamentary enquiry indicates that reduced airfares and a $1 billion increase in tourism would have resulted from allowing Qatar Airways to operate additional…

Cruise

Luminosa Sets Longest Ever Sailing On Her Way To Australia

Joe Cusmano Sep 18, 2023

The Carnival Luminosa will sail from Seattle on Thursday on Carnival Cruise Line’s longest-ever voyage. The 30-night transpacific voyage is part of the company’s Carnival Journeys…

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…

Global

Virgin Voyages expands globally, introduces 19 new destinations & 27 new itineraries

Kanchan Nath Sep 14, 2023

Virgin Voyages, Richard Branson’s award-winning cruise line, is introducing 19 new ports and 27 epic new itineraries available through April 2025

Air

Cathay Pacific announces resumption of its Chennai flights

Kristin Mariano Sep 14, 2023

Cathay Pacific has resumed the three non-stop weekly flights from Chennai commencing 2 February 2024. Day of the week Flight Departure STD Arrival STA Wednesday, Friday,…

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…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates to go all A380 to Sydney by November, plans return to Adelaide

Kanchan Nath Sep 13, 2023

Further building on its commitment to provide customers expanded access to its route network, Emirates has announced that it will be upgrading its services to Sydney to an all-A380…

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…

Hotels

Hotel Indigo growth hits new heights for IHG Hotels & Resorts in Southern Europe

Kanchan Nath Sep 11, 2023

IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has accelerated the growth of its Luxury & Lifestyle estate in Europe by adding six Hotel Indigo properties to…

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…

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…

Global

Accor expands partnership with Worldwide Hotels Group to bring Novotel Singapore on Kitchener

Kanchan Nath Sep 1, 2023

Accor has signed an agreement with Worldwide Hotels Group, the largest hotel operator in Singapore in terms of room number and Accor's long-standing partner, for a new Novotel hotel in…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates marks one of its busiest summers ever

Kanchan Nath Aug 25, 2023

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, marks one of its busiest summers ever, carrying over 14 million passengers with average seat load factors exceeding 80% across its global…

Cruise

Top ten most popular cruise destinations, as per Brits

Kanchan Nath Aug 25, 2023

New research has discovered the most popular cruise destinations among Brits, with Norway taking the top spot.

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…

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…

Cruise

Top ten most popular cruise destinations for Brits

Kanchan Nath Aug 10, 2023

New research has discovered the most popular cruise destinations among Brits, with Norway taking the top spot.

Cruise

The UK’s favourite cruise destinations

Kristin Mariano Aug 7, 2023

Medical Travel Insurance specialists at AllClear Travel analysed data to discover the most Googled cruise-related searches by using a list of terms, such as ‘cruise to X’ and ‘X…

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…

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.

Technology

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

Mergers & Acquisitions

CDL acquires nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong II in Korea 

Kanchan Nath Jul 6, 2023

City Developments Limited (CDL), through its indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, CDL Hotels  (Korea) Limited, has acquired the Nine Tree Premier Hotel Myeongdong II in Seoul from Shinhan Nine…

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

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…

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.

Travel Agents

Is Convening the New C in TMC?

Simon Nowroz Jun 8, 2023

What were once empty spaces are now congested. As the skies begin to empty and fall silent  in April 2020, desert storage facilities for aircraft are quickly carpeted with long streaks of …

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…

Finance

Travelex launches new stores and partnerships across Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Brazil

Kanchan Nath May 24, 2023

Travelex, a foreign exchange brand, has launched more than 20 new bureaux and partnerships across Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Brazil as international aviation continue to…

Air

Emirates Debuts Rugby World Cup 2023 Livery On The A380

Joe Cusmano May 17, 2023

As rugby fans prepare for the Rugby World Cup in France in 2023, Emirates has taken to the air with its love for the game written on one of its flagships, A380 aircraft. Over the…

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…

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…

Cruise

Royal Caribbean Opens 2024-25 Australia-New Zealand Cruises

Joe Cusmano May 10, 2023

Royal Caribbean has just announced that they’re opening up bookings for their 2024 -25 cruises season in Australia and New Zealand. Two of their most popular ships, Quantum of the Seas…

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…

Eturbo News

More Hong Kong to San Francisco Flights on United Airlines

Harry Johnson May 10, 2023 0

eTurboNews: United now offers more flights to San Francisco as well as additional connecting options to more destinations in US, Canada, and Latin America Read more: More Hong Kong to San…

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…

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

United announces largest South Pacific expansion in aviation history

Kristin Mariano Apr 20, 2023

United Airlines today 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…

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…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways Launches Menu With Sustainably Sourced Produce

Joe Cusmano Apr 17, 2023

Qatar Airways has just introduced a freshly curated in-flight dining menu for its  Australian flights, highlighting locally produced, sustainably farmed food. The airline’s Business and…

Cruise

Carnival Cruise Line Prepare For Big Alaska Season

Joe Cusmano Apr 14, 2023

Carnival Cruise Line is preparing to launch another three-ship deployment that will sail 49 Alaskan cruises this year following the success of its 2022 Alaska season. Carnival is adding…

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…

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…

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…

Features

Top ten affordable destinations revealed

Kanchan Nath Apr 5, 2023

Agoda crunched the numbers to reveal the cheapest tourist destinations. In Thailand, it’s Khon Kaen where travellers can enjoy the most competitive room rates this month. 

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways extends partnership with Sydney Swans

Kanchan Nath Apr 5, 2023

Qatar Airways has announced it has extended its partnership with Australian Football League (AFL) club, the Sydney Swans.

Features

Top five tips for business travellers to navigate busier airports this Easter  

Kanchan Nath Apr 4, 2023

The Easter weekend is among the busiest for the travel industries. Last April saw almost 2.5 million total passengers through Sydney Airport, 2.2 million through Melbourne and 1.5 million …

OTAs & Tour Operators

Sky Vacations expands portfolio to Queensland, Australia

Kanchan Nath Mar 30, 2023

Sky Vacations, the US based tour operators, specializing in custom crafted itineraries for individual and group travellers, announced the expansion of its products to Queensland, Australia. 

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia has resumed services to Samoa

Joe Cusmano Mar 29, 2023

Guests on Virgin Australia’s first flight to Samoa in three years were greeted warmly as a proud Samoan crew operated the flight.

Cruise

Crown Princess To Call Australia Home

Joe Cusmano Mar 27, 2023

Princess Cruises is set to hit a significant milestone in Australia, as Crown Princess will shortly become the country’s biggest cruise ship ever to be based year-round. The…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet opens first ever direct flights between Vietnam and Queensland in June

Kanchan Nath Mar 21, 2023

The airline will operate twice weekly services between Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) and Brisbane Airport (BNE) from June 16, 2023, every Monday and Friday.

Air

Vietjet to fly direct to Queensland starting June

Kristin Mariano Mar 21, 2023

Vietjet will launch the first non-stop flights connecting Vietnam to Queensland this June following its announcement of two services between Ho Chi Minh City and Melbourne/Sydney in a…

Air

Emirates ramps up operations across continents including Bangkok

Kristin Mariano Mar 21, 2023

Emirates has boosted operations by 31% (total ASKMs) since the start of its financial year and has further plans to ramp up seat capacity in its latest published northern summer schedule…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates ramps up operations across continents

Kanchan Nath Mar 16, 2023

Emirates has boosted operations by 31% (total ASKMs) since the start of its financial year and has further plans to ramp up seat capacity in its latest published northern summer schedule…

Cruise

Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Three Ships for Asia Pacific

Joe Cusmano Mar 11, 2023

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 56-year history of breaking boundaries, announced that, for the first time, three ships – Norwegian Spirit,…

Cruise

Cunard Announces Queen Anne Debut Sailings To Australia

Joe Cusmano Mar 7, 2023

Queen Anne will make her first voyage to Australia as part of Cunard Line’s 2024/2025 local season. In January 2025, Queen Anne will make history by setting sail on her first-ever…

Hotel

Quest Collingwood set to open on 31st March

Kanchan Nath Mar 6, 2023

The first Quest hotel for 2023 will open on 31st March to meet the growing demand stemming from rapidly accelerating economic activity in the Melbourne suburb of Collingwood.

Cruise

MSC Poesia Makes Her Australian Debut, Starting in Sydney

Joe Cusmano Mar 1, 2023

During her 119-day World Cruise on Monday, MSC Poesia made her first stop in Sydney. Only the MSC Magnifica (2019 and 2020) and MSC Orchestra (2015 only) have previously visited…

Reports

Regional business flights 10.5% higher than before the pandemic

Kanchan Nath Mar 1, 2023

Data analysed by Australia’s travel management provider for SMEs has revealed a growing proportion of businesses are seeking regional routes in their travel.

Airlines and Aviation

VietJet Announced New Service To Sydney

Joe Cusmano Feb 27, 2023

VietJet announced it would begin service to Melbourne in April of this year, and now the airline has announced the expansion of its service to Sydney. Vietjet will operate three…

Eturbo News

United and Virgin Australia celebrate LGBTQ Pride on Sydney flight

Harry Johnson Feb 22, 2023 0

by: Harry Johnson | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News United flight 863 will be operated by United LGBTQ+ pilots and crew, and will connect US travelers to…

Tourism Boards

Top seven Queensland ‘road trips’ for 2023

Kanchan Nath Feb 20, 2023

The open road is calling and the only thing that pumps up the classic road trip more is a route steeped in a theme.

Airlines and Aviation

Now fly Vietjet direct from Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney and Melbourne from 8 April

Kanchan Nath Feb 15, 2023

Vietjet will launch its new direct route connecting Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney and Melbourne. As part of the launch, thousands of free promotional tickets are available for travellers.

Airlines and Aviation

Japan Airlines Increases Melbourne Tokyo Flights

Joe Cusmano Feb 11, 2023

Great news for travellers planning holidays to Japan: Japan Airlines will begin operating more flights out of Melbourne starting at the end of March. The national airline of Japan now…

Eturbo News

Accor Pacific names new operations leaders

editor Feb 10, 2023 0

by: editor | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News Hotel operator Accor has announced changes to its senior operations leadership team to drive growth and elevate…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Benefits and pitfalls in Flight Centre USD 220m luxury deal with Scott Dunn

Kanchan Nath Feb 6, 2023

Flight Centre’s USD220 million buyout of luxury travel agency Scott Dunn has prompted analysts to forecast strategic benefits while warning of potential pitfalls, such as a post-COVID-19…

Cruise

Royal Caribbean’s New Sale Offers Bargain South Pacific Itineraries

Joe Cusmano Jan 27, 2023

Royal Caribbean offers a limited-time promotion with special pricing on Quantum of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas sailings to Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Guests…

Global

Emirates adds two more Australia services as demand soars

Kanchan Nath Jan 26, 2023

Emirates has taken yet another significant step in the resumption of its Australia capacity by increasing its service to two major cities – Sydney and Melbourne.

Cruise

Carnival Unveils Its 2024-2025 Packed Australian Cruise Program

Joe Cusmano Dec 22, 2022

Carnival Cruise Line unveiled its 2024-2025 calendar, which includes 76 cruises sailing from Sydney from June 2024 to June 2025 and from Brisbane from September 2024 to March 2025.…

Eturbo News

Philippine Airlines returns to Perth

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Philippine Airlines continues to rebuild flights back to Australia by adding Perth as the fourth destination to the country. Beginning next summer in 2023, the carrier will commence flights…

Finance

Travelex completes successful turnaround with positive Q3 results

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2022

Travelex, a market foreign exchange brand, announces results for the third quarter of 2022, with a positive EBITDA and strong revenue growth underlining the company’s successful turnaround…

Train

Great Southern journey returns in December

Kanchan Nath Nov 30, 2022

Taking guests on a culinary and scenic summer adventure between Brisbane and Adelaide, the all-inclusive Great Southern journey returns in December, with exciting new Off Train Experiences…

Air

Soaring Airfares Make Australians Rethink Holiday Plans

Joe Cusmano Nov 30, 2022

While one in three Australians still plans to travel throughout the popular Christmas and summer holidays, the significant increase in international and domestic airfares has put seven…

Airlines and Aviation

Fiji Airways Announces New Flights To Tonga And Samoa

Joe Cusmano Nov 29, 2022

Fiji Airways has announced the introduction of services to the popular tourist destinations of Tonga and Samoa, as well as new advantages for tabua club members. The airline also…

Cruise

Royal Caribbean Quantum Of The Seas Arrives in Airlie Beach

Joe Cusmano Nov 25, 2022

On the weekend, the Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas made its maiden voyage to Airlie Beach. The arrival of Quantum heralded the beginning of the summer season for Royal Caribbean…

Cruise

Carnival Cruise Line Brings Back Masks For Australian Sailings

Joe Cusmano Nov 22, 2022

Carnival Cruise Line has reinstated mandatory mask-wearing requirements for the line’s sailings in Australia out of caution following recent cases reported onboard. Masks will now be…

Australia

 Travelex launches cricket-themed ‘Digital Airport’ store at Adelaide Airport

Kanchan Nath Nov 9, 2022

Travelex has launched the first phase of its operations at Adelaide Airport with the opening of a brand-new store and ATMs.

Airlines and Aviation

Rex and Delta Begin Interline Partnership

Joe Cusmano Nov 3, 2022

Thanks to a new interline arrangement between Rex and Delta Air Lines, travellers from Armidale and Wagga Wagga may book a single ticket for round-trip travel to the United States. All…

Cruise

Carnival Luminosa arrives in Australia

Kanchan Nath Nov 1, 2022

Carnival Luminosa officially arrived in Queensland, Australia, marking the first ship from the fleet to be homeported in Brisbane.

Australia

Bespoke experiences in the Grampians with Journey Beyond

Kanchan Nath Oct 21, 2022

The Great Southern has enhanced its coastal journey with new Off Train Experiences in the Grampians for guests travelling between Adelaide and Brisbane

Tourism

Japan Is Now Fully Open To Australian Tourists

Joe Cusmano Oct 18, 2022

Last Tuesday, Japan eased its previously rigid COVID restrictions, allowing international travellers to enter the country without a visa for the first time since the pandemic’s…

Partner content

5 exciting features of Queensland’s new travel trade website

Kristin Mariano Oct 10, 2022

Here are the five features of Queensland’s new travel trade website especially designed for trade partners.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas and Jetstar celebrate the reopening of Japan

Kanchan Nath Oct 7, 2022

Frequent flyers will be able to take advantage of thousands more reward seats as Qantas and Jetstar celebrate the reopening of Japan for international travellers following years of COVID…

Cruise

Disney Cruises Unveils Its New Ship

Joe Cusmano Oct 5, 2022

Disney Cruise Line’s sixth ship, Disney Treasure, will join the fleet in 2024, and Peter Pan was on hand at the recent D23 Disney Fan Expo to assist unveil the ship’s details. On stage…

Cruise

Magic At Sea Begins With Disney Cruises

Joe Cusmano Sep 29, 2022

Disney Cruise Line is reaching Australia and New Zealand for the first time. Disney Magic at Sea delivers magic and beloved Disney characters to our shores for a short time beginning in…

Air

Australia’s Best And Worst Airline For Operational Performance

Joe Cusmano Sep 28, 2022

New data issued by the Department of Transport compares the top and worst performing airports and airlines. When it came to on-time departures in August, Rex was the best airline, and…

Eturbo News

Samoa’s Borders Open to International Travelers

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Flights to Samoa currently operate direct from Auckland with Air New Zealand, Sydney/Brisbane with Qantas, Nadi (Fiji) and Honolulu (Hawaii) with Fiji Airways. Commencing  September 22…

Cruise

P&O Will Pilot Test Vanuatu Cruises For Safe Restart

Joe Cusmano Sep 20, 2022

Starting in November, P&O Cruises Australia and Vanuatu authorities will work together to restart cruising to the island paradise. During this time, two cruises will depart from…

Global

Wildlife tourism market to reach USD135 Billion in 2022: FMI

Kanchan Nath Sep 13, 2022

The wildlife tourism market is projected to reach USD 219.9 Billion in 2032 and USD 135 Billion in 2022. Its projected to grow at robust 5% CAGR during 2022-2032.

Cruise

Disney Cruise Line Making Its Way Downunder

Joe Cusmano Sep 13, 2022

Disney Cruise Line has announced that its Magic at Sea cruises will now be offered in Australia and New Zealand! The season will begin in October 2023 and go through February 2024,…

Tourism

NYC & company appoints BRANDSTORY as agency in SE Asia

Kanchan Nath Sep 12, 2022

NYC & Company appoints BRANDSTORY as its representative in Southeast Asia (SEA).

Australia

Carnival Luminosa joins the Carnival Cruise

Kanchan Nath Sep 9, 2022

Transitioning from sister line Costa, Carnival Luminosa has officially joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet as the newest Fun Ship which will debut from Brisbane, Australia, on 6 November…

Cruise

Carnival Newest Ship Luminosa Open For Bookings

Joe Cusmano Sep 9, 2022

Reservations for the maiden season of Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Luminosa, which will launch on 6 November from Brisbane before repositioning for seasonal service from…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways begins partnership with Virgin Australia

Kanchan Nath Sep 9, 2022

Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia, have officially commenced a strategic partnership that significantly expands the networks, lounges and loyalty programs of both airlines, bringing…

Airlines and Aviation

REX Reports Strong Performance In August

Joe Cusmano Sep 7, 2022

The airline, which previously recorded a full-year after-tax loss of $46 million on revenue of $319 million, has credited its successful turnaround to the high volume of passengers…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Baggage Handler Set To Strike On 12 September

Joe Cusmano Sep 7, 2022

Ground personnel at Qantas are planning a 24-hour strike on 12 September, adding to the airline’s woes. Ground personnel at Qantas are planning a 24-hour strike on 12 September,…

Cruise

Coral Expeditions launches new Passages at Sea series

Kristin Mariano Sep 7, 2022

Coral Expeditions has launched a new series of voyages that showcase an authentic seafaring experience. The ‘Passages at Sea’ voyages aboard its modern Australian-flagged fleet allow…

Cruise

Australia’s Cruise Surge Set To Resume This Summer

Joe Cusmano Sep 5, 2022

As international ships return for the first summer season since the 2020 ban, interest in cruising has skyrocketed to levels not seen before the pandemic. September is “Cruise Month”…

Hospitality

Radisson Hotel Group to expand across Australasia

Kanchan Nath Sep 1, 2022

As part of the Group's APAC Expansion Plan, brands such as Radisson Individuals, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, and Radisson RED will spearhead widespread growth in the market.

Cruise

Australia ready for summer cruise renaissance

Kristin Mariano Aug 26, 2022

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…

Air

The Qantas-Alliance Airlines Merger Raises Concerns

Joe Cusmano Aug 19, 2022

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) released a statement of issues outlining preliminary competition concerns with Qantas Airways’ proposed acquisition of Alliance…

Reopening updates

Samoa’s borders reopen to international travellers

Megha Paul Aug 10, 2022

Samoa’s beautiful shorelines have once again welcomed international travellers on the first direct flights from American Samoa, Fiji, Australia and New Zealand

Features

Rex Ready To Launch Frequent Flyer Program

Joe Cusmano Aug 4, 2022

Rex is launching its loyalty programme later this year to compete with Qantas and Virgin Australia.

Tourism

Vanuatu says Welkam Back! to Australian visitors as first flight lands in Port Vila

Kristin Mariano Jul 5, 2022

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…

Partner content

4 reasons why catering services are important when deciding for meetings and events venue

Kristin Mariano Jun 30, 2022

Catering services should not be an afterthought when planning a meeting or event.

Travelex to create 1,200 new international jobs as travel recovers

Megha Paul Jun 29, 2022

The announcement follows a series of major new contract wins across the APAC, Europe, MET and UK regions as both the international travel and FX markets continue to strongly recover…

Carnival Luminosa to transfer to Carnival Cruise Line fleet

Harry Johnson Jun 15, 2022

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…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Aussie business will increase their travel to pre-pandemic levels this year

Kristin Mariano Jun 14, 2022

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…

QT’s Brand Of Hotel Coming To Australia’s Newcastle

Dmytro Makarov May 26, 2022

QT’s Brand Of Hotel Coming To Australia’s Newcastle - QT Hotels & Resorts, the designer hotel collection in Australia and New Zealand, will soon debut its newest hotel in Newcastle, the…

Hotels

Mövenpick Hotel Auckland opens making it the brand’s first property in New Zealand

Kristin Mariano May 17, 2022

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.

Air

Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia launch partnership at ATM

Megha Paul May 12, 2022

Commencing mid-year, the partnership will give travellers greater access, unparalleled customer experience and unique benefits when travelling between Australia and Qatar Airways’ global…

Tourism Boards

Western Australia removes testing for international visitors

Kristin Mariano May 3, 2022

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…

Air

Air New Zealand welcomes Aussies back

Megha Paul Apr 13, 2022

Air New Zealand welcomed over 4,000 customers on board as the border restrictions between Australia and New Zealand were removed

Kudos Travel Technology appoints Commercial Manager

Chris Head Mar 16, 2022

Kudos Travel Technology – a Brisbane-based technology company – has appointed former Amadeus Head of Travel Management Sales, Gena Signorini, as Commercial Manager.  While most businesses in…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways Increases Frequency To Australia

Joe Cusmano Feb 26, 2022

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.

Airlines and Aviation

Rex Aims To Expand 737 Fleet From 6 To 30

Joe Cusmano Feb 26, 2022

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.

Tourism

Japan Will Reopen Its Borders From March But Not For Tourists

Joe Cusmano Feb 23, 2022

Japan announced on Thursday that it would cautiously reopen its borders in March by lifting the daily restriction on the number of people allowed to enter the country while remaining closed…

Quarantine Free Travel

SIA Group expands VTL flight network with new destinations and increased flight frequencies

Kristin Mariano Feb 18, 2022

The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group will expand its Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) network to 47 cities from 25 countries in the coming weeks.

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates Uppers Sydney To Double Daily

Joe Cusmano Feb 14, 2022

Starting on 01 March, Emirates will operate a second daily flight between Sydney and Dubai, totalling 14 weekly flights between the two cities.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Announces Changes To Its Frequent Flyer Program

Joe Cusmano Feb 9, 2022

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

Joe Cusmano Feb 9, 2022

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.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Group Cuts Capacity As WA Delays Border Reopening

Joe Cusmano Jan 27, 2022

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…

Volcanic Ash Cloud Forces Airlines To Cancels Fiji Flights

Joe Cusmano Jan 19, 2022

The eruption of Tonga’s underwater volcano over the weekend is causing airlines to cancel flights between Australia and Fiji.

Airlines and Aviation

Airline Start-Up In Australia: What Makes It So Challenging?

Joe Cusmano Jan 6, 2022

Bonza, a new low-cost airline with big plans for Australia, will launch in mid-2022.

Emirates Reopens 20 More Airport Lounges

Joe Cusmano Jan 5, 2022

Experience a truly relaxing time before your flight at one of Emirates’ lounges, with more scheduled to reopen soon.

Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific Has Cut Flights To Australia

Joe Cusmano Jan 4, 2022

Since operating and travel limitations continue to affect Cathay Pacific’s scheduling, the airline has decided to terminate nearly all flights between Australia and Hong Kong effective…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Restarts Sydney-Singapore-London Flights

Joe Cusmano Dec 22, 2021

On March 27 of 2022, Qantas’ flagship QF1 flight from Sydney to London will once again have a stopover in Singapore, with the return of the Airbus A380 on June 19.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia Takes-Off With First International Flight

Joe Cusmano Dec 22, 2021

With its new daily Fiji service, Virgin Australia has restarted commercial international flights for the first time since the beginning of the COVID crisis.

Reopening updates

Virgin Australia Launches Celebration Sale As Queensland Reopens

Joe Cusmano Dec 16, 2021

As the Queensland border reopens, Virgin Australia has unveiled a major sale on flights to the state, with some fares as low as $59.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Sydney to Delhi inaugural flight takes off

Joe Cusmano Dec 7, 2021

A nonstop Qantas flight from Sydney to Delhi took off on Monday morning, marking the airline’s first journey to the Indian metropolis in more than 40 years.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Secures Crucial Regulated Longreach Route

Kristin Mariano Dec 2, 2021

The Queensland government has renewed its contract with Qantas to continue serving the northern Queensland communities of Longreach, Barcaldine, and Blackall for another five years.

Airlines and Aviation

Rex beats Qantas in securing prized regulated routes

Joe Cusmano Nov 26, 2021

The Queensland government has awarded Rex a new five-year contract to operate an essential regional aviation route connecting regional communities across central Queensland with Brisbane.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas resumes flights from Melbourne

Joe Cusmano Nov 24, 2021

Qantas has announced that it will increase international flights from Melbourne beginning Monday and reintroduce Melbourne-London services beginning this Saturday, for the first time in 20…

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia to add seven aircraft to meet growing demand

Joe Cusmano Nov 23, 2021

Virgin Australia said on Thursday that it would add seven additional Boeing Co 737 NG aircraft to its fleet, practically returning it to pre-pandemic levels, to achieve a one-third share of…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launches rediscover Europe promotion from $1409 return

Joe Cusmano Nov 8, 2021

For the first time since the reopening of Australia’s international border, Qatar Airways will be offering special tickets and discounts for travel between February 1 and October 31 in 2022,…

Reopening updates

Emirates increases services to Australia as borders reopened

Joe Cusmano Nov 4, 2021

With Australia's borders now open to international travellers, Emirates is celebrating by expanding its operations in the country.

Which airlines are operating international flights from Sydney?

Joe Cusmano Nov 2, 2021

More flights will depart Australia beginning this month, as Qantas and Jetstar have moved forwards the restart of some international routes.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia launches 1.7M fares sale on the network

Joe Cusmano Oct 28, 2021

Virgin Australia has launched over one million new discount fares across dozens of domestic and international destinations in advance of easing border restrictions and the approaching summer…

Hawaiian resumes flights to Sydney from 15 December

Joe Cusmano Oct 26, 2021

Hawaiian Airlines is the latest international carrier to announce a return to Australia's shores, with plans to operate five flights per week between Sydney and Honolulu beginning on…

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia bookings surge after domestic border opening

Joe Cusmano Oct 25, 2021

Following the Victorian and Queensland governments' plan to reopen borders, Virgin Australia has seen a spike in website traffic and booking demand.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia bookings surge after domestic border opening

Joe Cusmano Oct 23, 2021

Following the Victorian and Queensland governments' plan to reopen borders, Virgin Australia has seen a spike in website traffic and booking demand.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas plans to commence ‘Project Sunrise’ flights by 2024

Joe Cusmano Oct 21, 2021

If all goes according to plan, Qantas will fly non-stop from Sydney to London, Paris, and New York City in just over 18 hours as early as 2024 as reported by Executive Traveller.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia brings international flight schedule forward

Joe Cusmano Oct 21, 2021

Flights between Australia and Fiji will resume one week earlier than previously scheduled, thanks to an announcement from Fiji on their tourism reopening plan.

Qantas launches super sale for domestic flights

Joe Cusmano Oct 21, 2021

Qantas has launched a promotional sale for some flights in response to states and territories reopening domestic borders ahead of Christmas.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways looks at discontinuing Canberra

Joe Cusmano Oct 20, 2021

Qatar Airways is looking to discontinue the Canberra leg of its Doha-Sydney route, claiming it is "uneconomical" for the airline.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas and Virgin’s bring forward flight schedules

Joe Cusmano Oct 19, 2021

Qantas has moved international flights to London and Los Angeles forwards by nearly three weeks, with flights to these locations now departing on November 1.

Eturbo News

How NSW decision to abolish quarantine will affect other states

Joe Cusmano Oct 18, 2021

NSW will be the first state to accept international travellers without requiring mandatory quarantine.

Air

Is Australia a big enough market to support another airline?

Joe Cusmano Oct 15, 2021

Bonza promises to be the independent low-cost airline that many Australian consumers have wished for. Still, some are sceptical that the market can support another operator.

MICE

Getting the MICE industry back together

Anthony Gallagher Oct 14, 2021

Travel Daily caught up with the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) CEO Geoff Donaghy and discussed critical lessons from COVID-19 and the future of MICE in Australia.

New ultra-low-cost airline Bonza to launch in Australia next year

Joe Cusmano Oct 13, 2021

"Bonza" will be Australia's sole independent low-cost airline specialising in regional leisure destinations, with a fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets equipped with all-economy seats.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas plans to launch new international routes in 2022

Joe Cusmano Oct 12, 2021

After moving through with plans to begin foreign flights in December, Qantas is set to fly to numerous new international destinations next year.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas operates the longest commercial flight in its history

Joe Cusmano Oct 11, 2021

It took the Qantas plane about 18 hours to get from Buenos Aires to Darwin through the Antarctic coast, and it was the airline's longest commercial journey ever.

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates to back Airbus A380 to Australia

Joe Cusmano Oct 6, 2021

According to Executive Traveller, Emirates plans to resume its flights to Australia with Airbus A380s following the country's return of international travel.

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways loses $4.1bn amid COVID-19 pandemic

Joe Cusmano Oct 5, 2021

Qatar Airways stated on Monday that it lost more than $4 billion in revenue last year as a result of lockdowns induced by the coronavirus outbreak.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas plans to launch new international routes in 2022

Joe Cusmano Oct 1, 2021

After moving through with plans to begin foreign flights in December, Qantas is set to fly to numerous new international destinations next year.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia resumes flights to Fiji

Joe Cusmano Sep 30, 2021

There will be daily flights from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane to Fiji's Nadi Airport in late December, with Virgin Australia joining the list of airlines planning to restart foreign…

Eturbo News

Federal government aid for international aviation to continue

Joe Cusmano Sep 23, 2021

Another $184 million will be given to international aviation by the federal government until March 2022 to help the industry weather the current economic downturn.

Air

Airlines may stop flights to Australia ahead of restart

Joe Cusmano Sep 17, 2021

Unfortunately, Australia has a government that is unable to take well thought and planned decisions that would make the country move on and give a little breath to the ailing aviation and…

IWTA

IWTA speaks with Suyin Lee, Managing Director – Discova

Caroline Tapken Sep 13, 2021

Please be introduced to Suyin Lee – Managing Director, Discova and our first in a series of interviews from TDs Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA).

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launches sale from $1,399 to London and more

Joe Cusmano Sep 10, 2021

Award-winning Qatar Airways has taken the lead to launch a six-day sale leading up the potential re-opening of the international borders in December.

Features

Here is Qantas’ new international flight schedule

Joe Cusmano Sep 10, 2021

Qantas has published the first international flights on Monday, December 20, 2021, resuming service after a whopping 21 months of absence.

Virgin Australia puts one million seats on sale

Joe Cusmano Sep 7, 2021

Virgin Australia has launched a sale with booking availability for travel until June next year, sale fares can be booked to popular destinations from now until midnight this Friday, or until…

Airlines and Aviation

Fiji Airways to resume Australia flights by December 2021

Joe Cusmano Sep 7, 2021

Fiji Airways intends to resume flights to Australia "before Christmas" in 2021.

Airlines and Aviation

What the future of flying looks like post lockdown

Joe Cusmano Sep 1, 2021

Comes Christmas, it may be cheaper to go and visit friends and relatives in London than flying from Sydney to Perth “provided the state opens its border”.

Hospitality

Meet Vignette Collection: IHG launches new lifestyle collection brand

Megha Paul Aug 31, 2021

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced Vignette Collection as its new luxury and lifestyle brand, with hotels in Australia and Thailand the first to join the collection

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia to offer more value in economy 

Joe Cusmano Aug 20, 2021

Virgin Australia has launched three new economy fares today: Economy Choice, Economy Flex, and Economy Lite, each with its own set of booking options.

Air

International aviation sector may well leave Australia behind

Joe Cusmano Aug 12, 2021

Brisbane Airport’s CEO has said international airlines “may well leave Australia behind” as vaccinated nations begin to remove COVID restrictions now.

Appointments

Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) appoints Darren Wright as Global CMO

Kristin Mariano Aug 11, 2021

Flight Centre Travel Group has appointed Darren ‘Daz’ Wright as Global Chief Marketing Officer for its leisure division, including the global Flight Centre brand and Travel Associates.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas and Jetstar to stand down 2500 frontline staff

Joe Cusmano Aug 5, 2021

Due to the COVID outbreak in Sydney and restrictions lockdown and border closures in all other states and territories will see around 2500 Qantas and Jetstar front line staff stood down.

Eturbo News

Podcast: Overview Vanuatu

Steve Collins Aug 3, 2021

Composed of 83 spectacular islands, the archipelago of Vanuatu features an authentic and unique blend of breathtaking landscapes, rich culture and friendly locals. After just a short plane…

Tourism

Lockdowns are once Again Posing a threat to Australia’s Airlines

Joe Cusmano Jul 29, 2021

Greater Sydney's lockdown has been extended until at least the 28 of August, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has confirmed.

Airlines and Aviation

Rex to lease two more B737 for further network expansion

Joe Cusmano Jul 2, 2021

Rex has announced plans to secure two additional Boeing 737NG (Next Generation) aircraft through a new lease agreement with a lessor.

Airlines and Aviation

Warning for five interstate Virgin flights

Joe Cusmano Jun 29, 2021

Passengers on five different flights between three states are being forced into isolation after a Virgin Australia cabin crew member tested positive to Covid-19.

Features

Sydney flights cancelled as states impose border restrictions

Joe Cusmano Jun 25, 2021

Sydney Airport was a ghost town yesterday morning as more than 90 flights arriving in the city have been cancelled today.

Airlines and Aviation

Rex revises forecast to full-year loss

Joe Cusmano Jun 14, 2021

Rex said on Wednesday (9 June) that it is now forecasting a full-year loss of A$15 million due to ongoing lockdowns in various parts of Australia due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Airlines and Aviation

NSW’s AUD50m bid to make project sunrise a Sydney-only venture

Joe Cusmano Jun 10, 2021

The NSW government secretly offered $50 million to Qantas in exchange for the business making Project Sunrise a Sydney exclusive for five years and retaining its base in the state.

Vaccination Updates

Airlines will require staff to be vaccinated or face consequences

Joe Cusmano Jun 2, 2021

Brisbane-based Alliance Airlines is making COVID-19 vaccinations compulsory for all employees.

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

The most sustainable cities in the world

Kristin Mariano May 31, 2021

A new study by Uswitch reveals which cities around the world are the most sustainable.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas adds seven new routes and puts Dreamliner on domestic

Joe Cusmano May 27, 2021

Qantas has announced a further expansion of its ever-growing domestic network. The Australian airline confirmed start dates for seven new domestic routes.

Reopening updates

Millions must get COVID jab before borders can open

Joe Cusmano May 21, 2021

New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian says about five million people in the state need to be fully vaccinated before borders open, amid growing pressure to set a timeline.

Airlines and Aviation

After the Covid blow, Virgin expands its flight schedule

Joe Cusmano May 21, 2021

Virgin will be running 700 extra flights across Australia by October, including on five new routes focused on the country's north.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas announces USD1.5 billion loss

Joe Cusmano May 21, 2021

In a trading update on Thursday morning, Qantas revealed that it was preparing to see an annual loss of more than AUD2 billion (USD1.5 billion) in the 2021 financial year, following its…

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia updates short-haul international network

Joe Cusmano May 18, 2021

After the federal budget released last week and the shifting projection of the opening of the international border, Virgin Australia also announced changes to its short-haul international.

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar launches sale where travellers can snap up free return

Joe Cusmano May 5, 2021

Jetstar has launched a flash sale offering jetsetters flights across Australia for as little as AUD55 and the chance to snap up return flights for free.

Features

Virgin Australia launches a sales blitz for airfares to Melbourne

Joe Cusmano Apr 27, 2021

Virgin Australia has just launched a sales blitz with fares to Melbourne only starting at $75 including baggage, seat selection and frequent flyer points.

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand’s busiest day since Covid-19 started

Joe Cusmano Apr 27, 2021

There were big smiles under the masks last Friday, as Air New Zealand had their busiest day of flying since Covid-19 closed the borders.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia shapes growth strategies to aid tourism recovery

Joe Cusmano Apr 20, 2021

Virgin Australia Group has announced fast-tracked plans to acquire new aircraft, create more frontline jobs and grow its network to further support domestic tourism.

Tourism Boards

5 things to do in South Australia when borders reopen

Kristin Mariano Apr 16, 2021

There are a lot of things to do in South Australia that travellers can look forward to once the country’s borders reopen.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin and Alliance partnership gets the OK from the ACCC

Joe Cusmano Apr 15, 2021

Virgin Australia and Alliance Airlines have received the green light from the consumer watchdog to expand their partnership to cover 41 regional domestic routes and two short-range…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin half-price flights

Joe Cusmano Apr 4, 2021

Australia’s big three airlines have released some really cheap fares as part of the federal government 1.2 Billion push to kick start the battered tourism industry.

Features

Queensland tourism operators stumble again with business recovery

Joe Cusmano Mar 31, 2021

After the snap lockdown was announced yesterday for greater Brisbane, thousands of people started cancelling their Queensland holiday plans.

Interviews

For Accor, the future is always incredibly positive

Anthony Gallagher Mar 30, 2021

Simon McGrath, CEO of ACCOR Pacific, has plenty of EQ, and his philosophy is simple: “Keep smiling and the world smiles back at you”.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas CEO issues border closures alert

Joe Cusmano Mar 16, 2021

Qantas boss Alan Joyce has warned tourists and students could abandon Australia if border closures remain a long-term plank of pandemic proofing.

Reopening updates

Details of the Australian government’s AUD1.2 billion ‘Ticket to Recovery’

Joe Cusmano Mar 12, 2021

Australian travellers will have access to hundreds of thousands of half-price airfares to more than a dozen tourism-reliant regions, subsidised by the government as part of the package…

Features

Qantas launches Mystery Flight Experiences

Joe Cusmano Mar 5, 2021

Qantas announced on Wednesday the latest innovative offer to combat the closure of international borders by offering a series of flights.

Features

Proper quarantine methods vs. placing a state or city in lockdown

Joe Cusmano Feb 17, 2021

Does it cost more to put in place a proper quarantine system in hotels outside capital cities and with hotel workers fully protected and monitored, or does it cost more placing an entire…

Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific to axe flights to Australia except for Sydney

Joe Cusmano Feb 16, 2021

Cathay Pacific Airways has announced they will be axing all flights to Australia, except routes servicing Sydney, following Hong Kong’s plan to introduce tough new quarantine rules on…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas allows more flexible flying

Joe Cusmano Feb 10, 2021

Qantas is now offering more flexibility to customers wanting to change their travel dates, now allowing unlimited flight changes until January 2022.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia Cancel all Short Haul International Flights

Joe Cusmano Feb 4, 2021

Virgin announced yesterday all short-haul international services would be cancelled until June 19.

Guest Column

Queensland to Reopen Border for New South Wales

Joe Cusmano Jan 29, 2021

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced this morning that the state will open its border with NSW on the 1st of February.

Guest Column

Is International Air Travel Shutting Down Yet Again?

Joe Cusmano Jan 27, 2021

I am seeing everyday changes that it may mean for the next couple of months, connectivity may become increasingly difficult.

Guest Column

Current Coronavirus Border Restrictions Around Australia

Joe Cusmano Jan 19, 2021

Here are the various state restrictions as they stand:

Guest Column

Government introduces new rules for International Travel

Joe Cusmano Jan 14, 2021

International passengers returning to Australia will now be required to provide a pre-flight negative COVID test, while masks will become compulsory on all flights, under new National…

Guest Column

Australia Moves COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout to Early March

Joe Cusmano Jan 12, 2021

With the community transmission not giving up, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, and now Brisbane where from 6:00pm tonight people living in greater Brisbane, will be required to stay home…

Air

Melbourne To Resume International Flights from December 7

Joe Cusmano Nov 30, 2020

Victorian Premier Dan Andrews said Melbourne will once again welcome overseas flights.

Sustainable dining: Ovolo unveils ‘year of the veg’

Megha Paul Oct 2, 2020

Ovolo Hotels has launched the ‘Year of the Veg’ becoming the first hotel group to go completely vegetarian across all its restaurants, bars, and food services for an entire year

Changing course: Qantas mulls shifting headquarters from Sydney in new cost reduction drive

Megha Paul Sep 15, 2020

Qantas Airways is considering shifting its headquarters from Sydney in an effort to cut costs as the pandemic forces it to scale down operations

Goodbye Queen of the Skies! Qantas bids farewell to Boeing 747 after 50 years

Megha Paul Jul 9, 2020

Qantas has organised three special flights so that customers and employees can personally bid farewell to the much loved ‘Queen of the Skies’ ahead of its retirement from the national…

Postcards with love! Local celebs back Gold Coast tourism push with personal touch

Megha Paul Jul 3, 2020

A couple of local celebrities are getting on board with a Gold Coast tourism push, by penning personal postcards to other Aussies. The letters feature messages about what they like most…

Christine Dilger to look at growing demand in Australia and New Zealand

Megha Paul Jul 2, 2020

Red Elephant Reps has appointed a new sales director for its global team to cover Australia and New Zealand. Based in Brisbane, Christine Dilger will work closely with the company’s…

Queensland to charge international arrivals for mandatory hotel quarantine from 1 July

Megha Paul Jun 18, 2020

The first Australian state to charge overseas arrivals after national cabinet signed off on the plan last month, Queensland is set to begin charging overseas arrivals quarantined in…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways flights to Venice, Dublin, Milan and Rome

Kristin Mariano Jun 4, 2020

Qatar Airways has announced that the airline will be resuming its flights to Venice, Italy starting from 15 July 2020.

Australia

Wonder.Full. Experience: Social distancing in comfort and style

Kristin Mariano Apr 1, 2020

Ovolo Hotels chose to turn lemons into lemonade and see this whole health crisis as an opportunity to innovate their latest offering – Wonder.Full.

Global

Positive development: Australian researchers claim to find possible ‘cure’ for Coronavirus

Megha Paul Mar 16, 2020

In a positive development towards finding a solution to the coronavirus pandemic that shook the world and crippled the global economy and the travel and tourism industry, a team of…

Plaza Premium Lounge expands in Australia with new addition at Sydney airport

Megha Paul Mar 16, 2020

Plaza Premium Lounge has rolled out its newest space offering at Sydney Airport’s International Terminal. It is the brand’s third addition in Australia joining locations in Melbourne and…

Australia

Coronavirus: Qantas announces leadership pay cuts and network capacity reduction

Alastair Newport Mar 10, 2020

Qantas Group has announced that CEO, Alan Joyce, will take "no salary" for the remainder of 2020, along with a range of sizeable cuts to its international services (reducing capacity by…

Qantas takes off from Golden Gate to Sunshine state

Megha Paul Feb 10, 2020

San Franciscans flew direct from San Francisco to Brisbane for the first time, with Qantas operating a new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner on a brand-new route. The 13-hour 45 minute, 11,367km…

Best destinations to tie the knot

Kristin Mariano Jan 29, 2020

Travelling elsewhere for your wedding is often an ideal option. Aside from providing a picturesque backdrop when you say your vows, some destinations are relatively cheaper.

Virgin Australia signs codeshare deal with ANA

Megha Paul Jan 20, 2020

Virgin Australia and All Nippon Airways (ANA) will implement codeshare flights and launch reciprocal frequent flyer benefits for their members. ANA guests will be able to codeshare on…

Green measures, route expansion and other feathers in Royal Brunei Airlines’ cap

Megha Paul Dec 27, 2019

Already flying one of the youngest and eco-friendly fleets in the world, Royal Brunei Airlines has unveiled plans to introduce a host of new eco measures throughout 2020 to ensure the…

Philippine Airlines schedules special replacement flights for cancelled trips by Typhoon Kammuri

Kristin Mariano Dec 4, 2019

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it would operate special replacement flights on certain routes to assist passengers affected by the Typhoon Kammuri that is currently bashing the…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas stands by its crew over Will.i.am’s racist claim

Kristin Mariano Nov 19, 2019

Australian carrier Qantas is asking for US rapper Will.i.am to retract his claims of in-flight racism and added that it would back legal action against the Black Eyed Peas frontman.

TD’s Anthony Gallagher meets Richard Branson inviting Aussies to join the fun on Scarlet Lady maiden voyage

Kristin Mariano Nov 14, 2019

Richard Branson made sure that Australians will be able to join the maiden voyage of Scarlet Lady in April 2020 as his cruise line Virgin Voyages partnered with Virgin Australia that will…

Cruise

Dream Cruises sails beyond Asia with luxury ship Explorer Dream

Tian Tolentino Oct 28, 2019

Sailing beyond Asia for the very first time, Dream Cruises has celebrated the arrival of Explorer Dream in Sydney, Australia.

Tourism Australia invites Indians to ‘Experience the game and beyond’ at ICC T20 World Cup 2020

Megha Paul Oct 18, 2019

With India having emerged as the fastest growing inbound market for the nation Down Under, Tourism Australia launched its dedicated campaign to drive Indian visitors for the sports…

Unplugged: W Hotels and Mixcloud present Future Rising Asia

Megha Paul Sep 10, 2019

W Hotels Worldwide, the lux rebel of Marriott International, has announced it has once again joined forces with Mixcloud, the world’s leading long form music streaming platform that is…

Air

Korean Air reduces flights to Japan in bid to develop APAC and Chinese services

Alastair Newport Aug 20, 2019

Korean Air has announced its plans to adjust the frequency of some routes, in consideration of decreasing demand of Japanese routes due to Korea-Japan tensions. At the same time, the…

Technology

Blacklane to open New York and Los Angeles offices

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2019

Global chauffeur and airport concierge service Blacklane will open two US offices this fall. The New York and Los Angeles crew will grow business-to-business sales and improve…

Hospitality

Small Luxury Hotels launches preferred agency programme

Megha Paul Aug 2, 2019

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) is bolstering its ties with the travel trade through the development of a new travel agency programme called withIN. It is aimed at gathering the…

Tourism

5 baby-friendly destinations

Kristin Mariano May 8, 2019

It is super cost-friendly to travel with a baby, with flight tickets for babies costing only 10% of the adult fare. Contrary to popular belief, travelling with babies is not a painstaking…

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia sorry for “Get off in Thailand” ad

Kristin Mariano Mar 27, 2019

Malaysian low cost carrier AirAsia apologised for its latest ad campaign after it didn’t sit well with the public.

Cruise

Dream Cruises unveils new ‘Godmother’ at Explorer launch

Alastair Newport Mar 26, 2019

With the role of women in society, culture and business honoured with the World Women’s day earlier this month, Dream Cruises has signed up trail-blazing Chinese designer, Grace Chen, as its…

Cruise

Genting: Dreams of mermaids and unicorns

Alastair Newport Mar 15, 2019

Cruise heavyweight Genting, has unveiled artwork outlining the concept and good looks of its latest arrival’s new hull design, the 75,338 -ton, 1,870  capacity Explorer Dream, ahead of its…

Corporate & Business

Here are the top destinations for bleisure travel

Kristin Mariano Mar 5, 2019

Tokyo ranks first out of 26 cities in the region for its combination of business and leisure—or bleisure—appeal for travellers.

Global

The search is over: Paul Scurrah is named Virgin Australia CEO

Kristin Mariano Feb 6, 2019

Virgin Australia has announced that Paul Scurrah will be the group’s next chief executive after eight-month search.

Airlines and Aviation

Did Qantas blindside Alliance and Virgin with 20% takeover?

Kristin Mariano Feb 4, 2019

Qantas Group has announced on Friday that it had taken over 19.99% stake of Brisbane-based charter operator Alliance Airlines.

Airlines and Aviation

Brew sky thinking: “Where else is there to go? Maybe Mars…”

Alastair Newport Nov 6, 2018

Just when you thought the rise of craft ale had reached an apex and couldn’t go any higher, UK hopsters BrewDog announced the launch of BrewDog Airlines. Keen to find out more, and hoping to…

Airlines and Aviation

Singapore Airlines and Tourism Australia sign AUD 11 million marketing deal

Tian Tolentino Sep 28, 2018

Singapore Airlines and Tourism Australia have re-affirmed their commercial ties with a three-year strategic marketing deal.

Expedition Cruising

Explorer Dream joins the Dream Cruises fleet as pathfinder

Kristin Mariano Sep 13, 2018

“Explorer Dream”, a 75,338 gross ton, 1,870 passenger cruise ship, will join the Dream Cruises family in spring 2019 in the role of pathfinder for the brand’s global aspirations.

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates announces new codeshare agreement with Jetstar Pacific

Kristin Mariano Sep 6, 2018

Emirates and Jetstar Pacific have announced a new codeshare agreement expanding the existing partnership between the two carriers.

Cruise

Solomon Islands Discovery Cruises to operate six adventure itineraries in 18/19

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Aug 14, 2018

Heralding a long-awaited return to dedicated Solomon Islands small ship cruise programs, newly-formed Solomon Islands Discovery Cruises (SIDC) has announced its plans to operate six…

Air

Swiss-Belhotel and SIA reward KrisFlyers with triple mile points

Alastair Newport Jun 27, 2018

Swiss-Belhotel and Singapore Airlines launch new promotion rewards in Australia and New Zealand.

Airlines and Aviation

Air France and Qantas rekindles partnership, sharing more than 200 weekly flights

Tian Tolentino May 25, 2018

After dropping codeshare flights five years ago when the airline forged a global alliance with Emirates, Qantas has reinstated its codeshare agreement with Air France, giving passengers more…

Air

SilkAir merges with SIA as part of a three-year transformation strategy

Alastair Newport May 21, 2018

Last year, Tiger Air was merged into the Scoot brand when owner Singapore Airlines (SIA) took a 56% ownership of the company. Now SIA has announced that its other subsidiary, regional…

Associations

Audley Travel grabs first place at the Great Australian Challenge

Alastair Newport May 18, 2018

The Great Australian Challenge, Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Tourism Australia’s annual agent event, took place on Tuesday 1 May at London’s Hippodrome in Leicester Square. The competition…

Hospitality

MICE – The top four hotels for meetings & events in Sydney

Alastair Newport May 3, 2018

When it comes to Australian cities, there is no doubt Sydney has the highest international profile. Canberra may be the country capital but, I think we can all agree, Sydney has the…

Air

Qantas means business in Perth with a new direct flight to London, new lounge and a new take on passenger wellness

Alastair Newport Mar 26, 2018

In a journey set to go down in aviation history, Qantas has hardwired Perth to London, with the completion of the first direct commercial flight between the Australia and the UK.

Airlines and Aviation

Sustainable Aviation: Could one billion passengers be achieved by 2025?

Alastair Newport Mar 5, 2018

The International Air transport Association (IATA) set out an aim  for one billion passengers to fly on flights powered by a mix of jet fuel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by 2025. This…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Flight Centre releases 2018 Australia travel trends

Jill Sayles Jan 26, 2018

To celebrate Australia Day, Flight Centre has released findings from its second annual Australia Travel Trends Report with the latest stats, trends and predictions around travel to…

Airlines and Aviation

Does China Airlines really deserve fifth award as best Airline in north Asia?

Alastair Newport Dec 26, 2017 0

It should come as no great surprise that China Airlines that has once again received the nod for best Airline in north Asia by U.S. travel magazine, Global Traveler. Its fifth award in as…

Airlines and Aviation

Watch out ANZ, Singapore Airlines and Cathay — Hainan Airlines is coming for you

Alastair Newport Dec 22, 2017 2

Hainan Airlines has launched a non-stop service between Shenzhen, China and Cairns, Australia. The maiden flight of Hainan Airlines HU745, took off from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport…

Airlines and Aviation

Philippine Airlines enters 2018 with ‘Great Winter Seat Sale’

Simon Willmore Dec 19, 2017 26

Philippine Airlines (PAL) offers value for money on return flights to Asian and Australasian destinations with its 'Great Winter Seat Sale.' All daily flights on the airline’s new Boeing…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad set to fly Team England to the 2018 Commonwealth Games

Jill Sayles Dec 8, 2017 13

Etihad Airways is s set to fly Team England to the 2018 Commonwealth Games on Australia’s Gold Coast. The Abu Dhabi-based airline has flown many elite athletes, coaches and supporters…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas opens lounge at Heathrow

Jill Sayles Nov 29, 2017 11

Qantas is welcoming customers into the new Qantas London Lounge at Heathrow Airport from today. Located at London Heathrow Terminal 3, it opens as the airline is counts down to its…

Hotels

Who won what at the AccorHotels 2017 Pacific Franchise Awards?

Alastair Newport Nov 29, 2017 16

Pullman Reef Hotel & Casino hosted the AccorHotels Pacific Franchise Conference on 23 & 24 November which was attended by over 100 franchisees, potential owners and industry movers…

Tourism

agoda reveal Bali’s favourite Christmas guests

Alastair Newport Nov 27, 2017 24

Despite the popular depiction of the far-flung Aussie globetrotter, according to global online booking platform agoda, Bali has remained the #1 destination for summer holiday travel for the…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad’s Swiss flights become Boeing 787 Dreamliner services

Jill Sayles Nov 21, 2017 1

Etihad Airways’ flights to and from Switzerland will become an all-Boeing 787 Dreamliner operation with the aircraft being deployed on the Abu Dhabi – Geneva route, from 25 March 2018.…

Airlines and Aviation

SITA has the tech for APACS’ 2 billion extra customers

Alastair Newport Nov 7, 2017 12

With the latest 20-year air passenger forecast predicting more than half the world’s growth will be in Asia Pacific, 2.1 billion additional passengers by 2036, more than double the current…

Tourism

Disney’s record smashing attraction ‘Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N’ hits Oz

Alastair Newport Oct 24, 2017 20

Cityneon Holdings Limited has revealed today the Minister for Tourism and Major Events - Victorian Government, The Hon. John Eren MP; The Walt Disney Company Australia/New Zealand managing…

Airlines and Aviation

Philippine Airlines launches B777-300ER on London-Manila route

Jill Sayles Oct 4, 2017 14

Philippine Airlines has launched the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route. While the inaugural flight left Heathrow on 19 September, daily flights for the B777-300ER start…

Airlines and Aviation

China Southern Airlines announces flights to Cairns

Jill Sayles Sep 7, 2017

China Southern Airlines is launching its fifth Australian route this December, opening up Queensland’s tropical north to UK passengers.  The new route will fly from Heathrow to…

Face‑to‑Face

Q&A with Justin Banon, director, Priority Pass

Jill Sayles Sep 1, 2017

What are the membership benefits with Priority Pass?  When we launched in 1992, we were the first company in the world to offer airport lounge access to travellers, regardless of the…

Airlines and Aviation

PAL to fly non-stop to New Zealand

Mark Elliott Aug 15, 2017

Philippine Airlines will launch direct flights to New Zealand later this year, reducing the current travelling time between Manila and Auckland by more than two hours. The national…

Guest Column

Taking Flight: Onboard Wi-Fi in Asia Pacific

Mark Elliott Aug 10, 2017

In recent years, the Asia Pacific region - the world’s fastest growing aviation market - has been seeing rapid development and increasing popularity in in-flight connectivity (IFC).…

Hotels

Australia’s Mantra Group agrees artistic acquisition

Mark Elliott Aug 7, 2017

Mantra Group, the Australian hotel company, has entered into an agreement to acquire the Art Series Hotel Group. The deal with the Deague Group is worth approximately AU$52.5 million…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas responds to rising Japanese demand

Mark Elliott Jul 28, 2017

Qantas is responding to rising demand for travel between Australia and Japan with the launch of a new seasonal service to Osaka. The airline has revealed plans to operate direct flights…

Hotels

AccorHotels plans first double-decker hotel

Mark Elliott Jul 27, 2017

AccorHotels has revealed plans for its first "vertical dual hotel", with a new tower in Australia featuring a Novotel sitting on top of an ibis. Scheduled to open in central Melbourne…

Airlines and Aviation

Cairns secures new connection to China

Mark Elliott Jul 3, 2017

Australia's tropical north could be in line for a significant tourism boost, following the announcement that China Southern Airlines will operate direct flights from Guangzhou to Cairns.…

Airlines and Aviation

China Airlines to launch non-stop flights to London

Mark Elliott Jun 29, 2017

China Airlines will start flying direct to the UK later this year. The Taiwanese national carrier will kick off its new non-stop service between Taipei and London's Gatwick Airport on…

Airlines and Aviation

Cathay connects to Mongolia with MIAT

Mark Elliott Jun 28, 2017

Cathay Pacific is now offering passengers the chance to fly to Mongolia, following the start of a new codeshare agreement with MIAT, the Mongolian national carrier. Effective 12 July…

Airlines and Aviation

Philippine Airlines is AFL Europe official partner

Maria Airey Jun 22, 2017

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it is the Official Airline Partner of AFL Europe. The partnership will assist the ongoing development of Australian Football in Europe, while…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates from Lufthansa, Hainan Airlines and more

Mark Elliott Jun 22, 2017

IndiGo boosts domestic network Where? Delhi to Chennai (both India) When? Daily, effective immediately Who? IndiGo Why? India's largest domestic carrier, in terms of market share,…

Hotels

Eco-friendly hotel brand to launch in Australia

Mark Elliott Jun 12, 2017

Marriott International has revealed plans to launch its eco-friendly Element Hotels brand in Australia. The company has penned a management deal for a new-build hotel located in…

Hotels

Banyan Tree unveils plans for luxury riverside property in Bangkok

Mark Elliott Jun 9, 2017

Banyan Tree has teamed up with Thai real estate company, Nirvana Daii, to launch a new riverside property in Bangkok. Valued at THB6 billion (US$176 million), the new Banyan Tree…

Hotels

Wyndham joins the collection with Trademark

Mark Elliott Jun 6, 2017

Wyndham has become the latest global hotel group to launch a "collection" - a group of properties that retain their independent identity whilst harnessing the support and benefits of a…

Airlines and Aviation

Hong Kong Airlines spreads wings Down Under

Mark Elliott Jun 6, 2017

Hong Kong Airlines has enhanced its presence in Australia and New Zealand with the launch of a major new codeshare partnership with Virgin Australia. The new agreement will enable the…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: new flights from JAL, Air Astana, China Southern and more…

Mark Elliott Jun 1, 2017

China Southern adds Shenzhen's first link to Melbourne Where? Shenzhen (China) to Melbourne (Australia) When? Twice a week, effective immediately (rising to three times a week on 3 July…

Hotels

AccorHotels partners Cirque du Soleil during tour Down Under

Mark Elliott May 30, 2017

AccorHotels has become the "Official Accommodation Partner" of Cirque du Soleil's tour of Australia and New Zealand, which kicks off on 1 September 2017. As part of the arrangement, Le…

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia adds new Canadian connections

Mark Elliott May 30, 2017

Virgin Australia's passengers are now being offered connections to three major Canadian cities, via the airline's trans-Pacific flights to Los Angeles. A new codeshare agreement with…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: new flights from AirAsia X, SriLankan, SilkAir and more…

Mark Elliott May 30, 2017

Thai Lion links Bangkok with Bali Where? Bangkok Don Mueang (Thailand) to Denpasar (Indonesia) When? Daily, effective 1 July 2017 Who? Thai Lion Air Why? Connecting two of Southeast…

Appointments

The latest appointments from Carlson Rezidor, Fiji Airways and more…

Mark Elliott May 17, 2017

ERIC DE NEEF has been named as Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group's new executive vice president, global chief branding & commercial officer. While he will be based in Brussels, de Neef…

Train

Expedia on track with SilverRail deal

Mark Elliott May 15, 2017

Expedia has expanded its presence in the rail sector with the acquisition of SilverRail, the online rail booking platform. While the exact terms of the agreement were not revealed, it…

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand opens new Melbourne lounge

Mark Elliott May 8, 2017

Air New Zealand opened a new, larger lounge at Melbourne Airport this week. Located on the ground floor of the terminal, the lounge follows the design concept first seen at Air New…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Canada expands APAC links from Vancouver

Mark Elliott May 4, 2017

Air Canada has continued to expand its trans-Pacific connections from Vancouver, with the launch of a new route to Asia Pacific. The airline has already announced plans to launch new…

Face‑to‑Face

New Hotels Join Small Luxury Hotels Of The World™

Simon Willmore May 3, 2017 0

 Small Luxury Hotels is welcoming three boutique hotels to its portfolio. From an elegant ocean front retreat in New South Wales to an eclectic city centre stay in Sweden, and an idyllic…

United Arab Emirates

Emirates opens larger lounge in Bangkok

Mark Elliott May 2, 2017

Emirates passengers are now able to relax in a larger lounge at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport. The expanded Emirates Airport Lounge at Thailand's main international gateway reopened…

Australia

Cruise ships return to cyclone-hit Queensland

Mark Elliott Apr 12, 2017

Carnival has pledged its support to Queensland following the devastation caused by Cyclone Debbie, as the cruise line returned to the region this week for the first time since the…

Hotels

Four Points to arrive in New Zealand

Mark Elliott Mar 29, 2017

Marriott International has unveiled plans to launch its Four Points by Sheraton brand in New Zealand. The company has penned a deal for the Four Points by Sheraton Auckland, which is…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad to fly largest aircraft to Paris

Mark Elliott Mar 15, 2017

Etihad Airways has confirmed that it will deploy its largest aircraft, the Airbus A380, on its Abu Dhabi-Paris route this summer. The double-decker jet will operate one of the…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: Malindo’s new Australian route, West Air flies to Japan, and more…

Mark Elliott Mar 15, 2017

New Macau charters for Cambodia Angkor Air Where? Sihanoukville (Cambodia) to Macau (China) When? Twice a week, effective immediately Who? Cambodia Angkor Air Why? New charter service…

Australia

Foodie Mania Heads to Sea with Rise in Culinary Cruises

Simon Willmore Mar 12, 2017

Australians' appetite for food has reached the high seas with P&O Cruises revealing a record number of families are sailing away on Food and Wine cruises. In response to growing…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas unveils new international lounge

Mark Elliott Mar 10, 2017

Qantas passengers travelling overseas from Brisbane Airport now have a new lounge in which to relax before their flight. The new Brisbane International Lounge is based on the new design…

Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific adds flights to major global cities

Mark Elliott Mar 9, 2017

Cathay Pacific will increase the frequency of its flights to key destinations on three continents later this year. In North America, the airline's Hong Kong-San Francisco route will…

Airlines and Aviation

Facial recognition technology arrives at Asia Pacific airport

Mark Elliott Mar 9, 2017

Brisbane Airport has become the first in Australia to trial facial recognition technology. In partnership with Air New Zealand, the airport is now utilising SITA's "Smart Path"…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: Vistara, China Southern, Air Niugini and more

Mark Elliott Mar 3, 2017

Vistara flies to Amritsar Where? Delhi to Amritsar, pictured (both India) When? Daily, effective immediately Who? Vistara Why? Tapping rise in trade and religious tourism traffic…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas forms Asian connections with Israel

Mark Elliott Feb 23, 2017

Qantas and El Al have formed a new partnership aimed at improving flight connectivity between Australia and Israel. Under the new agreement, the national carriers will connect with…

United States

Three Trekkers Set to Traverse Nepal’s Entire Great Himalaya Trail

Simon Willmore Feb 16, 2017 4

Adventure travel specialist World Expeditions announces the start of its exclusive trek along the Great Himalaya Trail (GHT) in Nepal on February 26, 2017. Three trekkers are set to embark…

Hotels

Where to Stay: New hotels in Singapore, the Maldives, Greek Islands and more…

Mark Elliott Feb 16, 2017

Hotel G Singapore (pictured above) Location: Close to Singapore's main shopping street, Orchard Road, and few minutes away from Bugis and Dhoby Ghaut MRT stations Grade: Upper-upscale…

Hotels

AccorHotels seeks sporting boost with Rugby League World Cup

Mark Elliott Feb 13, 2017

AccorHotels is aiming to enhance its fan base in Oceania by partnering the Rugby League World Cup. The hotel group has become the Official Accommodation Partner of the tournament,…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: Uzbekistan Airways, Jetstar, Tibet Airlines and more

Mark Elliott Feb 9, 2017

New link between biggest cities in Uzbekistan and Pakistan Where? Tashkent (Uzbekistan) to Lahore (Pakistan) When? Twice a week, effective immediately Who? Uzbekistan Airways Why?…

UK

Malaysia’s YTL acquires London hotel

Mark Elliott Feb 7, 2017

Malaysia's YTL Hotels has acquired a Marriott-branded property in London. The 74-room Threadneedles Hotel, which is part of Marriott's Autograph Collection, is located in London's…

Face‑to‑Face

Face-to-Face: Rachel Meyer, director of international marketing, Visit Sunshine Coast, Australia

Gemma Greenwood Feb 5, 2017

What visitor trends are you noticing to the Sunshine Coast? With the expansion of Sunshine Coast Airport confirmed and the interest shown by international airlines in the region, it…

Hotels

W Hotels to debut in Melbourne

Mark Elliott Feb 3, 2017

W Hotels, the former Starwood luxury brand now operated by Marriott, has unveiled plans to make its debut in Melbourne in 2020.   The new-build property will rise on Collins Street in…

Australia

Plaza Premium opens Chinese restaurant Sydney Airport

Mark Elliott Feb 3, 2017

Plaza Premium, the Hong Kong-based airport lounge operator, has unveiled a new Chinese restaurant at Sydney International Airport. The Terrace Chinese Kitchen is based on The Terrace,…

Hotels

Hotel giant makes debut in Myanmar

Mark Elliott Jan 27, 2017

One of the world's largest hotel groups has opened its first ever property in Myanmar. Wyndham, which has a global network of almost 8,000 hotels, has launched the Tryp Yangon, a…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad flies latest aircraft to Far East

Mark Elliott Jan 26, 2017

Etihad Airways has unveiled plans to fly its newest aircraft to three major cities in the Far East. The Abu Dhabi-based carrier will take delivery of nine more Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners in…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas adds new capital connection to China

Mark Elliott Jan 25, 2017

Qantas’ Asian expansion strategy took another step forward today (25 January 2017) with the relaunch of direct flights to China’s capital city, Beijing. The Australian national carrier…

Hotels

Travelodge arrives in Asia

Mark Elliott Jan 17, 2017

Travelodge will make its debut in Asia next month with the opening of a new hotel in Hong Kong. A 126-room midscale property on Nathan Road, currently operating as the Hotel Rainbow,…