Victoria’s Squeaky Beach, named ‘Best Australian Beach’ for 2024

Victoria’s Squeaky Beach has been named ‘Best Australian Beach’ by Australian beach expert, Brad Farmer AM.

Qantas Rejects the Price Gouging Allegation 

In response to an investigation by former ACCC head Allan Fels, Qantas has once again rejected allegations of price gouging. The ACTU-commissioned study slammed Qantas

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Emirates to return to Adelaide in October 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 airline’s Dubai hub on 28 October 2024.

Vienna’s new hotel openings that are stealing the spotlight in 2024

Discover Vienna in a whole new light with the grand unveiling of The Hoxton, opening in April 2024, making it the inaugural Hoxton debut of the year.

Start Saying Goodbye To Expensive Flights

The COVID-19 pandemic has forever altered the airline industry’s course and changed how people think about air travel. This remarkable change in the dynamics of airfare

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Emirates Increases Operations in Australia

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

Sun, Sand, and Splash: Watersports Galore On The Gold Coast

Nested along Australia’s eastern shores, the Gold Coast shines as a paradise for lovers of sun, sand, and endless aquatic adventures. Here, the ocean doesn’t just kiss the shore; it invites you into a world of thrilling water sports.

Travelex relaunches online FX services with Commonwealth Bank of Australia

Travelex, the market leading travel money brand in Australia, has relaunched online foreign exchange (FX) cash services for Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), the country’s largest bank. 

Joyned and Gratifii announce partnership to elevate customer experience

Joyned has announced a new partnership with Gratifii, an Australian market leader in providing loyalty and engagement programs from a single platform. 

Turkish Airlines is now incorporating Melbourne, Australia, into its flight network

To date, the flag carrier, which has reached 129 countries and 345 destinations across 5 continents, is preparing to connect its passengers to the 6th continent with the start of flights to Australia.

Great Barrier Reef Drive reopens in Tropical North Queensland

The iconic Great Barrier Reef Drive reopened on Saturday 20 January, providing a coastal route to Port Douglas and the Daintree, in addition to the daily ferry service from Cairns and the scenic inland route via Mareeba and Mount Molloy. 

Turkish delight, Qantas quandary, Virgin victory?

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 travellers seeking more competition. But a subsequent swift decision to approve up to 35 flights per week by Turkish Airlines could quickly have the reverse effect, significantly reshaping air services to and from Australia, and challenging the long and growing dominance of Mid-East airlines and their giant transit hubs.

Australia’s Cruise Industry Soaring to New Heights 

Following record-breaking performance in 2023, the Australian cruise industry is gearing up for an even more spectacular 2024.

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Canberra to host ‘Flight’ – a spectacular drone sky show on 24th January

The National Capital Authority (NCA) is bringing a first-of-its-kind Drone Show to the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra.

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort is the first Sustainable Tourism Certified resort in North Queensland

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort has achieved Ecotourism Australia’s Sustainable Tourism Certification becoming the first resort in North Queensland to hold this prestigious certification.