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Karryon Top 10 stories of the week: Catch up on our most-wanted: May 29

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. Flight Centre’s average agent revenue has doubled to $165K

Flight Centre Global MD Andrew Stark in red t-shirt with microphone at event – Karryon Top 10 Stories of the Week

Despite AI, OTAs and direct bookings, says Global MD Andrew Stark.

Read all about it.

#9. Thailand halves Aussie visa-free stays in wider tourist crackdown

Thailand is cutting Australian travellers’ visa-free stays from 60 days to 30 as part of a wider visa crackdown.

Cutting entry from 60 to 30 days.

Read all about it.

#8. Why savvy Australian travellers are flying to Europe via China

Silk Skyway

Daily access to the UK and Europe from Sydney Airport.

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#7. Why Australians are rediscovering New Caledonia experiences

New Caledonia Voyages

What are Aussies looking for in our closest island neighbour?

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#6. Delivery of Qantas’ first Project Sunrise plane postponed to 2027

Qantas Project Sunrise A350 First Class

The Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft is now expected in April 2027.

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#5. Canada field notes: Chasing the northern lights in Yellowknife

Radical Ambassador Emily Noble.

Destination Canada Radical Ambassador Emily Noble shares her guide.

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#4. Four Seasons launches 2028 private jet experiences as 2027 sells out

Four Seasons private jet

Only a select number of seats still available for this year.

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#3. AVG Travels collapse exposes gap in what really protects travellers

AVG Travels has entered liquidation, with McGrathNicol appointed liquidators on 26 May 2026. Image: Facebook Wendy Chen

When a booking fails, which protections actually count?

Read all about it.

#2. Western Sydney International Airport cleared for Qatar & UAE flights

WSI terminal Western Sydney Airport

Big capacity boost ahead of WSI opening in October 2026.

Read all about it.

#1. Queensland’s Lindeman Island comeback a step closer 

Lindeman Island. Queensland island

As Marriott confirms Le Méridien debut on the Whitsundays isle.

Read all about it.

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