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#10. Karryon journalists choose top travel picks for 2026
12 destinations to have on your radar for the year ahead.
#9. TripAdvisor shutters SeatGuru, a popular tool for travellers and advisors
What are the best alternatives in 2026?
#8. Specialist supplier callout for Niche is Nice 2026 registrations
The boutique travel roadshow for advisors is back.
#7. Bank balance check for Bali tourists to start in 2026
Aussies may need proof of funds to enter the holiday hotspot.
#6. The 2026 travel trends reshaping how Aussies book holidays
Is ‘maximalisation’ in, and what exactly is it?
#5. Norwegian Cruise Line scraps all non-commissionable fares
NCL is the first legacy line to axe NCFs.
#4. Only 1 in 3 international travellers pays Bali’s tourism tax
Contributing a small YOY rise in revenue.
#3. Melbourne Airport breaks multiple records in busiest-ever month
Ahead of transformative infrastructure upgrades.
#2. Australian passport price rises as global ranking drops
The fee increase is now in effect.
#1. Qantas and Virgin Australia among world’s safest airlines
As a new contender takes the top spot in global rankings.
And that’s another must-read recap of the Karryon Top 10 Stories of the week.
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