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. Record entries: Luxperience 2024 Luxe Award winners revealed

Celebrating the best in the luxury travel industry for 2024.
#9. Move over Chris Hemsworth: The real stars of Australia’s tourism

Tourism Australia’s latest campaign spotlights local industry heroes.
#8. This popular city named worst for pickpockets & scam artists

Where in the world should travellers be extra wary?
#7. Cruise ship review exclusive: Explora I by Explora Journeys

Luxury travel advisor Robyn Sinfield sampled the suite life in the Mediterranean.
#6. How Australians are helping sustainable travel in Japan: JNTO

Regional room nights have surged, thanks to Aussie bookings.
#5. US airline could join a long list of carriers to go bust in 2024

Spirit is on the brink of bankruptcy.
#4. Etihad Airways & Virgin Australia to end codeshare in 2025

Never fear, EY aims to up its Australian routes next year.
#3. Goldman Group unveils 2025 plans at biennial conference in Melbourne

Latest from the third-generation, family-owned travel group.
#2. LATAM takes off again from Sydney to Santiago on Dreamliner

Direct flights resume with four-times-weekly services.
#1. Virgin Australia charts Qatar partnership, long-haul return & IPO path

CEO Jane Hrdlicka’s comprehensive update on VA’s strategic direction.
And that’s another must-read recap of the Karryon Top 10 Stories of the week.