Destinations
Vanuatu just recorded its first-ever case of COVID-19
Were you or your clients fanging for a Pacific Islands travel ‘bubble’? Well, given this announcement, we wouldn’t hold our breath if we were you.
Destinations
Destination Wrap: Qld eases travel restrictions, Greece to open border to internationals + MORE
The wheels are beginning to turn on domestic and international tourism, with border restrictions easing near and far. Huzzah!
Destinations
Dozens killed as Cyclone Harold belts Pacific Islands
At least 29 people have been killed by a devastating cyclone that continues to make its way across the Pacific Islands.
Travel Agents
Agent Wrap: Travellers Choice members band together, MTA pauses fees + MORE!
This week’s Agent Wrap is sure to lift your spirits. It’s absolutely brimming with positivity and is a welcome distraction to end the working week.
Destinations
Destination Wrap: Record-breaking sky deck opens in NYC, Win French Film Festival tickets + MORE!
Travel Weekly is committed to looking after our travel agent audience and keeping the positive vibes, so here’s a wrap that’s decidedly thin on any coronavirus news.
Destinations
Destination Wrap: NSW launches bushfire recovery campaign, Tourism Australia’s clever rebrand + MORE!
This week’s Destination Wrap has a distinct local flavour, and is best enjoyed while devouring a meat pie or a pack of lamingtons.
Destinations
Vanuatuan indigenous groups call for recognition of bungee jumping origins
Indigenous elders in Vanuatu have voiced their frustration over the sport, which they believe was stolen from the country’s people.
Cruise
Royal Caribbean announces world’s first carbon-neutral cruise destination
A South Pacific nation will become the home of Royal Caribbean’s newest private island destination, which is set to be pretty eco-friendly too.
Hotels
Hotel Wrap: OYO seeks $1.5bn, Ceylon deals, Radisson to debut in NZ + MORE!
Are you at a loss for accommodation inspiration? Don’t fret: Travel Weekly’s Hotel Wrap has you covered.
Destinations
Destination wrap: Vanuatu’s new campaign, Maldives’ first-ever Aussie roadshow + MORE
It’s been argued that Travel Weekly’s destination wrap is the next best thing to going on holiday. Unless, of course, you hate reading.
Destinations
NEW ROUTE: Air Vanuatu introduces non-stop service between Melbourne and Port Vila
Fancy a quick jaunt to Port Vila? Well from June, it’s going to become much easier for those of you living in Melbourne.
Travel Agents
ATTN AGENTS: Score yourself free return flights to Vanuatu!
We spat coffee all over our computer when we saw this incentive from Vanuatu Tourism and Air Vanuatu. We’ve asked that they please reimburse us for the damage.