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

Woohoo, travel is back! However, staying on top of the travel industry news can be quite the challenge in these busy times we live. But have no fear because Karryon has you covered with our wrap-up of the 10 most-read stories of the week that was.

Woohoo, travel is back! However, staying on top of the travel industry news can be quite the challenge in these busy times we live. But have no fear because Karryon has you covered with our wrap-up of the 10 most-read stories of the week that was.

G’day and welcome to our top 10 of the week as voted by our readers from Monday to Friday and across all of our market-leading social and digital channels.

Enjoy the binge-worthy read!

#10. Bali relaxes more rules, ditches PCR testing on arrival

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TreeHouse at Diamond Beach in Nusa Penida Island

Not a new story, but certainly still a popular one in case you missed it.

Read all about it.

#9. Bula Travel Advisors! Win flights & famil trips by becoming a Fiji Specialist

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Image: Credit: Tourism Fiji

Become a Matai Specialist today and reap the bula benefits.

Read all about it.

#8. Qantas to automate refunds in a bid to cut wait times and complaints

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The initiative aims to automate 80 per cent of refunds speeding up the process.

Read all about it.

#7. Summer Aboard the Great Southern: Brisbane to Adelaide

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Take a journey of show-stopping scenery and outstanding culinary fare.

Read all about it.

#6. Wander Out Yonder in the Margaret River Region

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It’s where adventure meets indulgence. Get inspired.

Read all about it.

#5. 8 things I learnt from my first long-haul trip back to Europe

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Karryon founder Matt Leedham tells all and shares useful tips from his recent five-country trip to Europe.

Read all about it.

#4. Want to climb Hawaii’s iconic Diamond Head?

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Diamond Head, Hawaii

From May 12, you’ll need a paid reservation in the name of sustainability.

Read all about it.

#3. Thailand to drop arrival testing and pre-booked hotel requirements

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Koh Chang, Thailand

And it all begins on 1 May!

Read all about it.

#2. Venice launches booking system for travellers

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Bridge Rialto on the Grand Canal, Venice

In a move to combat hit and run tourism. Bring it on.

Read all about it.

And the top story of the week was… Tada… Cruise is back!

#1. Resilient Lady, Down Under: Virgin Voyages to call Australia home

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Announcing exciting plans to make its new homeport in Melbourne in 2023.

Read all about it.

This is Karryon, signing off for another week. Have a fantastic weekend whatever you get up to and wherever your travels take you.