Cruise
New research by NCL reveals mindful travel will be the ultimate trend in 2022
With World Mental Health day right around the corner, NCL has timed the release of these research findings to perfection.
Cruise
NCL’s second annual Walk for Wellness challenge kicks off in Australia and NZ
Lockdown life hasn’t been too kind to Travel Weekly’s editor, as he was reminded again this morning while trying to squeeze into his gym shorts.
Cruise
NCL goes all out for Norwegian Prima’s entertainment and onboard experiences
A three-story transformational theatre-nightclub, a three-level racetrack, freefall drop dry slides … NCL’s new ship really is the definition of ‘extra’.
Hotels
Crystalbrook raises $26,000 for Beyond Blue
The hotel company has been slinging $5 from every online purchase to the not-for-profit organisation since July last year.
Tourism
Tourist awarded $358,000 after suing travel company over safari lion attack
A French tourist who was mauled by a lion has been awarded hundreds of thousands in damages after a five-year legal battle with a UK-based travel company.
Tourism
WTTC releases mental health guidelines for travel and tourism sectors
At a time when mental health could not be more important, the world’s leading tourism organisation has released some new guidelines to help businesses of all sizes in the industry support their employees.
Travel Agents
AFTA’s Resilient Mind Program yields huge results
It appears alcohol-free days, cold showers and a digital detox are just what the doctor ordered for agents across Australia.
Hotels
WA’s hospitality venues unite for mental health
In light of World Mental Health Day over the weekend, we bring you this top week-long initiative by hospitality venues across WA.
Travel Agents
AFTA launches ‘Resilient Mind’ program for agents
The best part about this new program is that there are 1,000 free places up for grabs, and each participant gets to bring along two guests!
Destinations
“They are not alone”: Victoria announces $60m mental health support package
This story goes out to all our Victorian readers. We’re all thinking of you here at Travel Weekly. Hang in there!
Travel Agents
How to be mentally resilient in a time of change
by Dr Kieran Kennedy
Has your mental health taken a bit of a battering during the COVID-19 pandemic? Here are some top tips from a real doctor that’ll have your brain fighting fit in no time.
Travel Agents
“It’s time to say I’m struggling”: Travel boss’ brilliantly honest message to the industry
With the travel industry still struggling to get back on its feet, those working within it have been reminded that it’s okay not to be okay, and are being encouraged to ask for help.