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#10. New way to enter and exit Europe starts for Australian travellers
A new era of European travel has begun as the EU rolls out its new Entry/Exit System (EES) for Australians and other non-EU travellers.
#9. From coast to coast: Travellers Choice welcomes four new & diverse members across Australia
Travellers Choice has expanded its nationwide member network, adding four new agencies serving a diverse client base in Qld, Vic & WA.
#8. Kyoto will introduce Japan’s highest hotel tax, but is it bad news? Here’s what you need to know
Set to take effect on 1 March 2026, Kyoto’s new hotel tax has been increased to help combat overtourism and enhance the overall visitor experience.
#7. What’s next for Disney and Anaheim after 70 years of magical success?
Disney and Anaheim celebrate 70 years with fresh attractions, new hotels and a vibrant city scene—keeping the magic alive for Aussie travellers.
#6. Topdeck’s Founder and current MD on risk, reinvention & relevance
Topdeck has launched a major rebrand to revolutionise the youth group travel market with small-group trips that cater for Gen Z travellers.
#5. Qantas data leak: What agents need to know and tell clients now
Qantas confirms stolen customer data has been released online after a July cyber breach. Here’s what travel agents need to know and how to reassure clients.
#4. Interview: Virgin Velocity CEO reveals how Velocity is giving travellers, and agents, the edge
CEO Nick Rohrlach unpacks what’s powering the program’s record-breaking momentum and what that means for agents.
#3. Relaunched flights & new connections: Brisbane Airport celebrates Malaysia Airlines’ imminent return
Brisbane Airport and Malaysia Airlines celebrated the relaunch of direct BNE-KL flights from 30 November 2025 at an exclusive trade event.
#2. Double-digit drop: Aussie US travel falls further; these 3 nations surge
Australian travel to the US has dropped sharply, while Indonesia, New Zealand and the UK surge ahead, reshaping 2025 booking trends for agents.
#1. Bid & fly: Brisbane Airport’s biggest-ever lost property auction takes off for 2025
The Brisbane Airport Lost Property Auction 2025 is now on for bargain hunters and avgeeks to bid on 807 aviation heritage and precious items.
And that’s another must-read recap of the Karryon Top 10 Stories of the week.
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