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#10. Capital surprise: Why DC deserves a spot on your radar

Meet the real DC with Destination DC President & CEO Elliott Ferguson.
#9. JAL & ANA double Aussie flights as travel to Japan booms

Japan’s largest carriers will increase capacity twofold on two Australian routes.
#8. I tried Lapoche Packing Cubes and I am completely converted

Cute idea, but do they really change the way you travel?
#7. FIFA to Founders: Philadelphia is ready for biggest party in 250 years

Philadelphia CVB‘s Gregg Caren on what’s next for Philly.
#6. Ireland’s Finest: 10 luxurious moments to Fill Your Heart

Ireland’s luxe experiences that can’t be boxed or bottled.
#5. Karryon Into the Hearts of Canada podcast: Regenerative tourism

Destination Canada’s Gloria Loree on the bold 2030 vision.
#4. Chimu Adventures mourns passing of a much-loved team member

Vale Jason Dudson.
#3. Flight Centre Travel Group FY25 results: Record $24.5B TTV

Cruising, tours and shorter-haul trips grow, but profits drop.
#2. US-bound seasonal route returns to BNE in October 2025

Bringing more lie-flat seats to and from Australia.
#1. Ship review: On board Viking Torgil on the Douro River

Sonia Jones Travel advisor Donna Kranas on river cruising in Portugal.
And that’s another must-read recap of the Karryon Top 10 Stories of the week.
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