Missed this week’s must-read travel industry news and views? We’ve got you covered with Karryon’s Top 10 stories.
#10. ‘Airport of the Future’: New $53B Dubai terminal move approved for world’s largest airport
Five parallel runways and 400 gates to accommodate up to 260 million annual travellers.
#9. World’s first tourist entry fee in Venice met with protests
Levy to help manage the overwhelming number of visitors crowding its iconic canals.
#8. Air New Zealand reveals new Australia fare options; ups LA, reduces Houston flights
For some carriers, when you pay for just a seat, that’s all you get. Not in this case.
#7. Travel Leaders: Susan Haberle, Abercrombie & Kent, VP Sales & Partnerships
Susan reflects on the transformative power of travel and the joy of building lasting partnerships.
#6. How a Melbourne bus company became AU’s largest family-owned tour and cruise business
APT is on the cusp of launching two new luxury river ships and Australia’s first five-star paddle steamer.
#5. The world’s best airports ranked, by everything that matters to travellers
We highlight the hubs at the top of their fields, from dining and shopping to baggage delivery.
#4. Why this travel agent decided to open a physical store in a digital age
Christine Kelly talks to Karryon about the opportunities she sees in physical storefronts.
#3. Welcome back! South African Airways resumes direct Australia flights
Africa-bound Aussie travellers now have another option to fly to the continent with the return of SAA.
#2. Bonza enters voluntary administration; Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin offer help for frustrated flyers
Throwing the travel plans of thousands into disarray, Bonza has entered voluntary administration.
#1. Anchors away! Cruiseabout is reborn, with its first store opening in Perth
After an absence of five years in the retail travel landscape, Cruiseabout has opened its first store.
And that’s another must-read recap of Karryon‘s Top 10 Stories of the week.
