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Karryon Top 10 stories of the week: Catch up on our most-wanted: Oct 3

Missed this week's must-read travel industry news and views? We've got you. Karryon has you covered with our recap of the 10 most-read stories of the week.

Missed this week’s must-read travel industry news and views? We’ve got you. Karryon has you covered with our recap of the 10 most-read stories of the week.

#10. On board Qantas’ newest plane as it officially launches

Qantas A321-XLR launch – Karryon Top 10 Stories

Karryon experiences QF’s brand-new Airbus A321XLR aircraft.

Read all about it.

#9. ATM charges soar in Bali and other Aussie holiday hotspots

New data shows some of Australia’s favourite travel spots rank among the world’s worst for ATM withdrawal charges.

The hidden sting of cash withdrawals abroad revealed.

Read all about it.

#8. Topdeck says goodbye to 50-seater coaches in bold rebrand

Topdeck offers 38 itineraries redesigned for 18–32-year-olds from April 2026.

In favour of a new model centred on Gen Z small-group travel.

Read all about it.

#7. Virgin Australia and Helloworld set the stage for NTIA 2025

MelissaWarren-HLO-at-NTIA

Sponsoring MC Shelly Horton and the evening’s entertainment.

Read all about it.

#6. United just saved Aussie travellers 45 minutes on US connections

United Airlines male flight attendant closing overhead bin on plane.

New baggage process shaves time in San Francisco.

Read all about it.

#5. Chile scraps costly $180 entry visas for Australian travellers

Santiago, Chile.

Aussies no longer require a visa for stays up to 90 days.

Read all about it.

#4. How the current US Government shutdown could affect travel

Logan International Airport in Boston shutdown story

Particularly for flyers and national park visitors.

Read all about it.

#3. NTIA 2025 People’s Choice finalists revealed from public votes

NTIA 2024.

Australian travellers have picked their favourites.

Read all about it.

#2. Qantas Frequent Flyers can fast-track Silver and Gold tiers

Model in red dress on airport tarmac with Qantas plane tail in background to illustrate Qantas Frequent Flyer promotion.

With new QFF Status Credit ground offer for members.

Read all about it.

#1. Transatlantic airline suddenly goes bust, cancelling all flights 

Parked Play aircraft.

European carrier Play has collapsed, impacting thousands of travellers.

Read all about it.

And that’s another must-read recap of the Karryon Top 10 Stories of the week.

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