Celebrate the new direct Brisbane-Dallas Fort Worth flights as Travel Agent Finder offers Aussie travel agents the chance to learn and win a $100 voucher. Agents must read Travel Agent Finder’s educational resources about Grapevine, Texas and complete the entry form to submit an entry. Entries close on Friday, 28 June and winner will be […]

Emirates has begun using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) as part of its agreement with Neste on flights departing from Singapore Changi Airport, marking its inaugural SAF investment in Asia. Approximately 3.3 million litres of blended SAF have been integrated into the fuelling system of Changi Airport over the last few weeks. Emirates is tracking the […]

Celebrity chef and dessert specialist, Anna Polyviou joins Thirsty Merc, Pete Murray, Kate Ceberano and James Reyne at the 75th Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. The three-day Festival of Food and Wine will run from 13-15 September and will showcase more than 35 local food and wine offerings. These include 15 pop-up cellar doors, cocktail bars, […]

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has lashed out at Robert Irwin after the TV star threatened to sue her over a depiction of him in her cartoon YouTube series. Hanson made a cartoon video mocking Queensland Tourism’s $9 million campaign which featured Robert Irwin and Bluey. In the cartoon video posted on Hanson’s ‘Please Explain’ […]

Solomon Islanders are renowned for their gentle ways and omnipresent smiles, so it’s hard to imagine the people of the so-called ‘Hapi Isles’ were once feared as the South Pacific’s fiercest headhunters. Headhunting and cannibalism were widespread throughout the Solomon Islands history until the arrival of missionaries in the mid-19th century which the locals say […]

Rodd & Gunn has celebrated the grand reopening of The Lodge in Queenstown, New Zealand, after an extensive renovation breathed new life into the iconic venue. The venue first opened in August 2016, serving delicious cuisine and offering cocktail options. The refurbishment infused modern design elements while still honouring the familiar essence of the brand’s […]

Australian small ship cruising specialist, Cruise Traveller, offers a 20-night land and sea holiday in the UK aboard the Lord of the Glens. The tiny cruise line’s 52-guest boutique vessel, Lord of the Glens, is purpose-built to explore the intricate waterways and lochs of the Scottish Highlands. It boasts a rich, traditional ambience with polished […]

Construction has commenced on Celebrity Cruises’ next ship, Celebrity Xcel, with a keel-laying ceremony at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. An Edge Series ship, Celebrity Xcel will set sail in autumn 2025, with several new yet-to-be-revealed offerings. At the ceremony, Jason Liberty, president and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group (RCG), the parent […]

Coach touring brand Globus has unveiled nine new independent tours for 2025, from Bangkok to Bali and Abu Dhabi to Nepal. “With Globus Independent tours, our guests are free to enjoy the many benefits of touring, untethered and unscheduled,” APAC head of marketing, Globus family of brands (GFOB), Chris Fundell said. “Providing hand-picked hotel accommodations, […]

The Mandarin Oriental has opened a second property in London, the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, in the heart of historic Hanover Square. Designed by internationally renowned Rogers Stirk Harbour and Partners, the hotel is the first new build in Mayfair in over a decade. Bringing a modern architectural approach to one of London’s most storied squares, […]

If only Avid Collective could also shed the hazy memories of schoolies from my brain.

It's time to unleash your inner 'greenie'! If that's not your thing, the properties themselves are fabulous.

Feel at ease bringing your great grandparents' expensive china home. Personally, we'd still be bubble wrapping it.

As far as junkets go, TTM+ must be doing something right as the queue for drinks was huge.

Anything that says ‘Free at Sea’ on a cold and wet winter Friday has our attention.

Accessibility is a word that is increasingly coming up in conversations around travel.

Luxury and bush are words not often put together, but we'll leave that to the lucky agents to decide.

The pilots were craving a fresh carbonara so bad they convinced the bosses to resume flights.

We'd suggest making a swift exit from the Fan Zone if the German side starts going downhill!

We thought life member really meant life but maybe Spiros has cruise plans for his native Kefalonia. Yamas!

We'd become so used to the TWU backing Virgin that we had to double check we weren't being tricked by this news.

If, like us you are suffering from cold and flu, then this one is for you!

Flying to Paris sometime soon? Hopefully you're sat next to a gymnast rather than a weightlifter!

We tried to keep the surfer jargon to a minimum, but it's hard when you interview them two days out from the contest!

She's flown or sailed most of most of the globe, except Oz. Now Dondra has her eye on toothy great whites Down Under.

On top of its US$85 million (AU$150m) transformation, Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort’s new Coral Kids Club provides an engaging activity centre for kids. Designed for keiki (children), ages 5-12, the activity centre offers daily cultural workshops with hands-on activities rooted around the Āina Guardian workbook. It was developed by Candes Gentry, co-author of Eat […]

Minor Hotels has added to its portfolio of more than 500 hotels in operation after signing Oaks Melbourne on William Suites as its fourth franchised hotel. The 220-room apartment hotel is the third Oaks property signed under a franchise model after the Oaks Toowoomba and Oaks Townsville Metropole. The proven success of these properties highlights […]

Leong's impressive resume will have you questioning your own career path.

Minor Hotels has announced Layan Life by Anantara, a world-class medical wellness facility that is set to elevate Phuket’s reputation as an international medical wellness destination. The new facility is set across 1,767sqm within the grounds of Anantara Layan Phuket Resort and is set to open in Q3 of this year. It offers a blend […]

We are not really sure we want Richard Branson opening our hotel door with that toothy smile after a long-haul flight.

Wiggles on high-rotation, cartoon dinosaurs, hundreds of snotty toddlers, and plenty of wet wipes. Be afraid.

The three-day symphony of the senses comes back to Bathurst, at picturesque Blackdown Farm, as Out West Piano Fest returns 25-27 October. Located just five minutes away from Bathurst NSW is a pastoral heritage, art, and culture. It was also once home to Australian artist, Tim Storrier. The extensive gardens in full spring bloom offer […]

Send clients out to experience the best of the Land of the Rising Sun with Cruise Express and their Japan in Bloom expedition, a 21-night adventure. As interest in Japan hits an all-time high, Cruise Express is pleased to announce its ultimate Japanese bucket list trip. This adventure is geared for Australians wanting to tick […]

Golden Eagle Luxury Trains presents an exclusive itinerary to Uzbekistan with ensuite cabins, a personal cabin attendant, and off-train excursions. Travelling aboard the opulent Golden Eagle train, with ensuite cabins, guests will dive deep into Uzbekistan’s spectacularly global cultural identity. A personal cabin attendant, all porterage and gratuities and all off train excursions are included […]

Lindblad has been sailing these islands for 60 years, when every Tom, Dick, and Harry tortoise was a teen.

We thought Silver Ray was just the name of the grey-haired man we see hanging around the pokies.