Aviation
Rex cuts routes, blames Qantas’ bullying
It’s rumoured that Qantas shoved Rex into a locker and called it a nerd, although we may be mistaking this with an 80’s high school movie.
Destinations
Tourism Minister announces Australia’s top 20 beaches
Tourism Australia has teamed up with a “beach expert” to rank this year’s best Aussie beaches and we don’t know what a “beach expert” is, but we assume it involves a portable sunbathing chair and beach umbrella.
Destinations
Flight Centre’s top destinations to visit in 2022 explore every corner of the world
The travel-savvy agency has put out a huge list of incredible places to visit so prepare yourself to break the bank this year; provided you don’t come down with the spicy cough, that is.
Cruise
Coral Expeditions launches new summer sailings along South Australia’s wild coast
The five new journeys all take place intrastate, so even the toughest border closures can’t put a stop to these babies. As long as your clients live in SA, that is.
Cruise
World’s largest sailing ship to make Aussie debut with bonus rail deal
by Sponsored by Cruise Traveller
An Australian first has put more wind in the cruise industry’s sails (and sales), with loads of travellers reserving their spot on the world’s largest sailing ship.
Cruise
Aurora Expeditions to launch new Aussie voyages for domestic travellers
The Aussie-owned cruise company is getting ready for a new and unique domestic travel program, which will kick off in June.
Hotels
Kangaroo Island’s Sea Dragon Lodge & Villas open for business
Sea Dragon Lodge & Villas is a true blend of nature, elegance and genuine hospitality to create an unforgettable Australian experience.
Destinations
SATC reveals stunning ad showcasing Kangaroo Island post-bushfires
The South Australian Tourism Commission has unveiled a new post-bushfire campaign that is mercifully post-Old Mate, too.
Aviation
Qantas targets another Rex-serviced route with new Sydney-Orange flights
by Christian Fleetwood
You’d assume the stress ball on the desk of Rex’s boss would be getting a fair workout thanks to this latest move from Qantas.
Aviation
“Rex has a track record for throwing tantrums”: Qantas doubles down on regional expansion
by Christian Fleetwood
Qantas has returned serve to Rex over allegations the national carrier is abusing its market power by “dumping” excess capacity on regional routes.
Tourism
Government injects $76 million boost to tourism as industry faces “its biggest challenge in living memory”
The news comes as a peak industry body estimates a 10 to 20 per cent drop in bookings set to cost the country at least $45 billion by the end of the year.
Tourism
BUSHFIRES: Tourism Australia update, CLIA statement + more travel companies step up
by Christian Fleetwood
Wholesalers, tour operators and cruise companies have rallied around the communities affected by bushfires across Australia, with some of the industry’s biggest players urging customers to donate.