Did you miss this week’s must-read travel industry news and views? Karryon has you covered with our recap of the 10 most-read stories of the week.
#10. Flight Review: On board QantasLink’s first A220-300 in economy
Karryon founder Matt Leedham was invited on a special preview flight to Uluṟu on Qantas’ newest aircraft last week.
#9. $800 million fine looms large for Booking amid alleged competition violations
Booking Holdings faces a massive penalty. Here’s why.
#8. You asked; they listened: Outback Spirit trials new tour
A shorter version of its popular Arnhem Land tour plus a new agent incentive.
#7. Jetstar gets its first uniform refresh in 20 years (and it’s a smart one)
JQ crews in Australia, NZ & Asia will enjoy a long-overdue glow-up minus the overdone tangerine.
#6. Flight Centre profit soars 565% for half-year with leisure profit 30x higher
The good times continue to roll at Flight Centre Travel Group. What’s their secret?
#5. Greg Treasure replaces Fiona Dalton as Virtuoso GM ANZ
Surprise announcement as Dalton moves into consultancy.
#4. FCTG Independent launches new flagship brand Envoyage
A new player has arrived in the indie agency space. And the response has been big.
#3. To Africa &Beyond: How Aussie travellers help this company do good
“A shared passion for travel that makes a difference”: &Beyond B2B Market Manager Kasia Sliwa.
#2. Virgin Voyages cancels second Australasian season – here’s why
The shock news comes after a well-hyped first outing. What’s going on here?
#1. How visiting Bali just got easier for a whole lot of Aussie tourists
Good news for Bali-bound Australian travellers and the trade in general.
And that’s another must-read recap of Karryon‘s Top 10 stories of the week.
