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APT buys majority stake in Murray River Paddlesteamers ahead of its 2027 centenary
Cruise

100 days, $100,000: APT marks its centenary with a once-only world tour for Aussies
Touring
Virgin Voyages unveils reimagined Valiant Lady; here’s what Aussie cruisers can expect
Cruise, Latest News
“Bold idea”: Air Canada marks 10-year milestone for ground-breaking Brisbane-Vancouver link
Airline, Latest News

Accommodation

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CLLIX expands with two new properties in one of Australia’s fastest-growing markets
Accommodation
Lindeman Island comeback a step closer as Marriott brings Le Méridien to Whitsundays
Luxury, Accommodation, Latest News, Hotels & Resorts
World Cup hotel boom falls short as US host cities face softer-than-expected demand
Accommodation, Latest News

Airline

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Qantas links Aussies to 20+ South American destinations via new airline deal
Airline, Latest News
Hobart Airport opens two new gates in $200m terminal transformation
Destination, Airline, Latest News

Virgin Australia customers warned about COVID travel credits as expiry looms
Airline

Companies

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Last-minute bookings surge: Expedia data shows 25% jump across APAC
Latest News, Companies
Despite AI, OTAs, direct bookings, Flight Centre’s average agent revenue has doubled 
Industry Hq, Latest News, Companies
‘Crushed our faith’: AVG Travels cancellations put cheap package deals under the spotlight
Latest News, Companies
Flight Centre sees 20% rise in “reactivated” clients in first month of Iran war 
Latest News, Companies

Corporate and Mice

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Book now, pay now: Latest advice as fuel prices and flight cuts shake up corporate travel plans
Corporate And Mice
Flight Centre buys UK events company, eyeing bigger slice of corporate travel
Corporate And Mice, Industry Hq, Latest News
Major travel companies see nearly 40% rise in European flight bookings via Singapore
Corporate And Mice, Latest News

Cruise

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Cruiseabout expands retail footprint with two new stores in Brisbane and Melbourne for 2026
Cruise, Latest News
Cruiseabout opens major new NSW store as national expansion sails ahead
Cruise, Industry Hq, Latest News

Viking takes delivery of Viking Mira as cruise line ramps up major new ship rollout
Luxury

Destination

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TRENZ26: Trans-Tasman tailwinds with René de Monchy, Tourism New Zealand CEO
Destination, Industry Hq, Latest News, Interviews
NSW Top Tourism Towns for 2026 revealed and a new hall-of-famer with 3 straight wins
Destination, Latest News
Naturally Byron: Destination Byron’s 2026 Tourism Symposium returns 25 June
Destination, Latest News, Events
Canada eyes high-value Aussie travellers at record RVC trade show
Destination, Latest News

Events

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TAG Amplify conference celebrates collaboration & innovation as APAC growth takes off
Industry Hq
TRENZ26: Farewell Auckland, Kia ora Christchurch in May 2027
Destination, Latest News, Events
IPW 2026 closes in Fort Lauderdale: Connecting 5K attendees and US suppliers in travel
Latest News, Events

Experiences

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Bluey makes history with first-ever appearance at a Disney park
Latest News, Experiences
Run the runway: Western Sydney International opens tarmac to public for one day only
Latest News, Experiences

Let it grow! Disneyland Paris Frozen-themed land & reimagined second park now open
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Financial

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A dodgy dinner overseas can now come with a $44k sting
Latest News, Financial
Corporate Traveller launches Aussie-first solution for fragmented payment pain
Latest News, Financial
Beyond the booking: Travellers drive retail spend beyond flights and hotels
Latest News, Financial
Almost half of Aussies have lost luggage contents while travelling overseas
Latest News, Financial

Need To Know

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“Australia is a total outlier”: ATIA ramps up Middle East travel advice campaign
Need To Know
Karryon Top 10 stories of the week: Catch up on our most-wanted: May 29
Need To Know, Latest News
Queensland airports see record travel as Cairns launches major retail tender
Need To Know, Latest News

Opinion

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The travel industry’s biggest gap & what can be done about it, according to a serial mystery shopper
Industry Hq, Latest News, Opinion, Opinion
Why are airlines simultaneously raising and slashing fares?
Latest News, Opinion

Opinion: How travel brands can manage digital disruptions before passengers feel them
Industry Hq

Product & Retail

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Global travel insurance giant Europ Assistance becomes Redion with strong ANZ focus
Product & Retail, Latest News
Helloworld Travel lands prime spot at Australia’s biggest shopping centre
Product & Retail, Latest News
Luxury Escapes Live: Inviting 10,000 travellers and 100+ brands to Melbourne in May 2026
Luxury, Product & Retail, Latest News, Companies, Events
52,000 Aussies rode Eurail in 2025 as youth share hits 40%, new night trains and sale announced
Product & Retail, Latest News

Technology

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Flight Centre Travel Group taps tech giant TCS to modernise global digital platforms
Technology
20K to 1: AI drives gap between travel searches and bookings (but also holds the solution)
Technology, Industry Hq, Travel Advisors
Google rolls out major AI travel tools – here’s what agents need to know about the latest tech upgrades
Technology, Latest News

Touring

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Helloworld, AAT Kings bring touring product to travel advisors and travellers onboard their coaches
Touring, Industry Hq
Trafalgar, Contiki and Insight lock in 2026 prices with no-surcharge move
Touring, Latest News

Intrepid Travel adds Premium touch to family adventures
Touring

Trends

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WTTC: Travel and tourism growth to outpace wider economy by 1.5 times over next decade
Trends, Latest News
Aussie travellers rethink winter travel plans and seek expert advice as demand stays strong
Trends, Latest News
The world’s most popular solo travel destinations for 2026 revealed with close-to-home entries
Trends, Touring, Latest News
Staycation nation? Studies show Aussies are choosing comfort over kilometres to save big
Trends, Latest News

Wellbeing

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Australia’s first airport gym to open at Sydney T1 in 2 weeks: Here are all the details
Wellbeing
Quiet before take-off: Adelaide Airport opens calming Sensory Room for stress-free flying
Wellbeing, Latest News
From pampering to purpose: the transformation of wellness tourism
Luxury, Wellbeing, Hotels & Resorts, Wellness