Make wellbeing your New Year's resolution

Well Traveller, Australia’s first and only authoritative wellness travel voice encourages Australians to use the festive break to reset their wellbeing priorities to get back to centre, and incorporate wellness experiences and travel in their upcoming New Year’s resolutions.

Finalists announced in Qantas Australian Tourism Awards

The Australian Tourism Industry Council is delighted to announce the finalists for the 2022 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.

AirAsia to launch new low cost airline in Cambodia

AirAsia Aviation Group Limited (AAAGL), the aviation arm of Capital A Berhad, today signed a Joint Venture (JV) agreement with Sivilai Asia to establish AirAsia Cambodia, a new low cost airline in the Kingdom of Wonder.

Sydney’s newest, oldest hotel and bar – Morris. Where Italian influences intertwine with Australian Heritage.

Housed within a striking Italian renaissance building, Morris has found new life as an evocative bar and boutique hotel. Following a major and sympathetic restoration project spanning three years, the landmark Hotel Morris will reopen late January 2023. The charming, privately owned property is set to be operated by Accor, a world-leading hospitality group.

Malaysia Airlines to axe Brisbane flights

MAS A330-300 at Brisbane for MH134 (Executive Traveller)

The Malaysian national carrier cites increased global economic challenges.

Malaysia Airlines has announced today that flights between Kuala Lumpur and Brisbane will be suspended from service effective 27 March 2023.

SingapoReimagine: Latest Hotels in Singapore

From world-class cuisine and authentic dining experiences, fabulous new bars, brand-new and revamped hotels, and exciting attractions unlike any others in the world, there is no shortage of newness to discover and reimagine Singapore, the Lion City.

We spotlight the newest (or revamped) hotels in Singapore, along with openings to look forward to in 2023.

Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2023

Resurgent Sydney and adventurous Western Australia both Included in the 2023 Hotlist

Global travel authority Lonely Planet has today unveiled its top destinations to visit next year with the release of Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2023.

Newly Released European River and Fiji Ocean Cruises for Solo Travellers only

Solo Travel experts and award-winning tour company, Two’s a Crowd, have just released their 13-day all-inclusive Budapest to Strasbourg River cruise departing 6th October 2023 and their eight-day Fiji ocean cruise departing 2nd September 2023. Forget holidaying with couples and kids, these cruises are exclusively for solo travellers, and every traveller gets their own room.

Amanpulo Announces Golden South Sea Pearl Journey

Discover the gem of the Philippines seas in an exclusive adventure

Pimalai to highlight Mangrove Adventures

Pimalai Resort & Spa in Thailand is highlighting the crucial existence of mangrove swamps in filtering and purifying water and providing essential nutrients, taking guests into one of these fascinating settings.

Lingering fears for overseas travel and health - survey

A leading travel health expert is concerned that many of the 8.5 million Australians planning overseas trips are unprepared when it comes to travel health and could be at risk of contracting infectious diseases such as measles, hepatitis, typhoid and polio.¹
The warning comes as a nationwide survey reveals that only 15 per cent of people who plan to travel overseas this year have fully researched and understand the health recommendations relevant to their destination.¹

Christmas Lights at Hunter Valley Gardens is back!

Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular, has returned this year with a magnificent display of 3 million twinkling lights. Opening its doors on Friday, November 4th, 2022, through to January 26th, 2023, families can explore over 14 hectares of breathtaking gardens. After refurbishing a few of their all-time favourite features, the Hunter Valley Gardens is shining brighter than ever, making it the perfect mid-week or weekend escape these summer holidays.

Accor marks 400th hotel in Australia and the Pacific with launch of Sydney’s landmark The Porter House Hotel - MGallery

Milestone for Accor is part of dynamic Pacific expansion, with 11 new hotels and 1,569 rooms set to open in next two years in Australia and New Zealand

Global Campaign to Invite the World to Come and Say G'day

Tourism Australia's new global campaign, Come and Say G'day, is set to go live in key international tourism markets around the world from tomorrow (Thursday, 20 October 2022) to remind international travellers why There's Nothing Like Australia.

Australia Named No.1 Wellness Destination in the World

Australia has been ranked as the most desirable wellness tourism destination in the world by Industry tourism leaders globally as part of the Global Wellness Institute's (GWI) Wellness Tourism Initiative's new survey that was released today.

Capital Alliance and TFE Hotel Announce Two Premium Hotels for Melbourne's Docklands

Capital Alliance, in partnership with TFE Hotels, has announced a first-of-its-kind mixed-use development in Melbourne Docklands, featuring two world-class homegrown hotel brands.

#LonelyPlanet 100 Amazing, Offbeat Destinations

Looking to explore a new destination that's away from the masses? Visit a country you've never thought of visiting? Seek out alternative experiences in well-known places?

Grand Prix Season Singapore 2022 delivers Lifestyle Experiences Across the City

Grand Prix Season Singapore (GPSS) returns from 23 September to 2 October 2022 after a two-year hiatus, with a diverse collection of innovative race-themed lifestyle offerings that caters to all ages and interests. These complement the Formula 1 (F1) Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix experience, and encourage locals and visitors to explore and enjoy what Singapore has to offer.

TAAN Returns with New Look and PRODE Menu Starring Chef Thep’s Most Celebrated Dishes

TAAN marks its long-awaited reopening on 5th May 2022 with a new menu of its most celebrated dishes, a refreshed dining-room ambience and a bolstered service team. 

Furama Hotels: Location, Location, Location

Furama is not a brand particularly well known to Australian and New Zealand visitors to Southeast Asia. Still, the joint Thai-Singaporean company has quite a presence with some 40 properties owned or under management around the globe.

Hahndorf Handmade Handcrafted Handpicked returns #AdelaideHills

Hahndorf has today announced that their rich lineage of artisan culture will be celebrated with Hahndorf. Handmade. Handcrafted. Handpicked. The popular festival will feature more than 300 intimate events and experiences in and around the main street of the historic South Australian village next month. 

Interstate boost for Tropical North #Queensland

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The equivalent of 50 737-800s full of interstate passengers will arrive in Tropical North Queensland before November 20 following a successful campaign to help generate an additional $15 million in visitor spend for the destination.

InterContinental Sydney to Relaunch after $110million Renovation

After three decades in operation, InterContinental Sydney is reaffirming its position as Sydney’s leading luxury hotel destination with a large-scale transformation. First opened in 1985, the iconic hotel, set in Sydney’s restored Treasury Building of 1851, has been undergoing extensive $110 million renovations since 2020 and will unveil its new product to the public from September this year.

Coral Princess Celebrates Maiden Call to Port Douglas

Port Douglas welcomed the first cruise ship after two years.

Tour operator Jason Heffernan from Port Douglas is happy to have back the cruise visitors.

TFE Hotels celebrates topping out of Vibe Hotel Adelaide

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TFE Hotels has celebrated the topping out of Vibe Hotel Adelaide – the first for the brand in South Australia – with a ceremonial tree planting alongside project partners GuavaLime, Loucas Zahos Architects and local builder, Synergy Construct.

Qatar Airways to double Doha – Melbourne flights

Qatar Airways will be increasing its Doha – Melbourne flights from the current once-daily schedule to double-daily flights from 1 October with the support of the State of Victoria. The airline and the State of Victoria signed a strategic agreement to increase connectivity to Melbourne to further boost trade and tourism. 

Lancemore Milawa in Victorian High Country set to unveil refurbishment

American writer and Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck wrote “many a trip continues long after movement in time and space have ceased,” words which emphasise the most beautiful concepts of travel – to live and relive moments created, memories made to cherish for a lifetime.

Qatar Airways celebrates 10 years of flying to Perth

Qatar Airways marked ten years since first launching its Perth–Doha route yesterday. The airline celebrated the key milestone with special anniversary cookies for passengers departing Perth on QR901 last evening at the Perth Airport. 

MSC Bellissima in the Mediterranean for Summer 2022

MSC Cruises has announced that MSC Bellissima will be positioned in the Mediterranean this northern hemisphere summer to meet overwhelming demand from consumers for its cruise holidays.

Introducing The Porter House Hotel - Sydney's newest luxury hote

The heritage façade of one of Sydney’s most recognisable buildings, Porter House, will become the gateway to the city’s sleekest new boutique hotel when The Porter House Hotel – MGallery opens in July. 

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor Reopens to the World

The iconic hotel has returned with its refreshed new look, offering guests a compelling mix of culture, heritage and charming hospitality.

 Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, one of the most iconic heritage properties in Southeast Asia, reopens its doors to guests on 1st June 2022 for the first time in almost three years.

Let's go 'gramping'

After a couple of years of social isolation – including children being separated from their grandparents for prolonged periods – the ‘gramping’ travel trend is gaining momentum with seniors keen to re-connect with their grandchildren…without a parent in sight.

Accor to manage Queen Elizabeth 2 in Dubai

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THE FIRST AND ONLY FLOATING HOTEL IN DUBAI STARTING FROM MAY 2022

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group with over 400 hotels across India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey is adding the world-renowned cruise ship, Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2), into its portfolio. Taking over operations from May 2022, the cruise ship will undergo further upgrades and renovations prior to joining the MGallery Hotel Collection. Once fully rebranded, Queen Elizabeth 2 will undoubtedly become a landmark property for the MGallery brand and Dubai overall.

Pie Time 2022: 30 Days and 100s of Ways To Enjoy Pies

Pie Time - 30 days and 100s of ways to enjoy pies in Australia’s home of pies, the NSW Southern Highlands, returns tasty and piping hot in June 2022. Pie Time is a series of mouth-watering pie themed events, tours and activities held 1-30 June each year.

Bendigo Ernest Hotel opens amid Elvis frenzy

Elvis Presley - the King of Rock ‘n Roll has arrived in Bendigo with much acclaim for the four-month-long Elvis: Direct from Graceland exhibition launched this month at the renowned Bendigo Art Gallery - but so has Ernest! 

VIVA BENDIGO: The Elvis - Direct from Graceland Exhibition

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In celebration of the much-anticipated Elvis: Direct from Graceland exhibition, Bendigo will be All Shook Up, lighting up and putting on its Blue Suede Shoes for the launch of the region’s new and exciting VIVA BENDIGO campaign. 

Hotel Aiden Darling Harbour - Sydney’s Newest Boutique Hotel

Sydney has an exciting new boutique hotel built for travellers by travellers and inspired by the people, produce and past of its local neighbourhood, with the opening of Aiden Darling Harbour.

Intrepid Travel Acquires US-based Wildland Trekking

 

The acquisition of the U.S.-based tour company will see the merger of the two business’ operations and strengthen Intrepid’s active portfolio in North America with the addition of 260 trips. With the move, Intrepid Travel takes aim at significantly growing their share of the U.S. domestic travel market. 

ATIC: Western Australia's Ongoing Border Restrictions Must End

 Daniel Gschwind: "Restrictions must end"

The Australian Tourism Industry Council (ATIC) is concerned that ongoing border restrictions will lead to continued disruptions for the tourism and aviation industries. Specifically, Western Australian tourism operators have now been dealt another heavy blow. The latest National Tourism Business Activity and COVID-19 Survey for the October-December quarter have revealed that tourism operators are on average experiencing a 52% downturn in business activity, compared to the same quarter in 2019, pre-COVID.

Deputy Chair of ATIC, Daniel Gschwind, stated that for tourism to successfully move to COVID-normal and allow Australia to bounce back, we must come back together as one country.

“The past two years of this pandemic have been devastating for the tourism and aviation industries. Any prospect for a recovery will be at extreme risk if borders remain locked”.

ESCA brings new luxury accommodation venture to South Australia

South Australia’s tourism sector will soon have a new premium accommodation offering, in the form of two luxury standalone suites nestled on a spectacular property in the Fleurieu Peninsula.

SeaLink 'Kangaroo Island Cup' Race Packages

The SeaLink Kangaroo Island Racing Carnival is a three-day celebration of racing, entertainment, food, and wine from Thursday 17 to Saturday 19 February 2022 at the Cygnet River Racecourse. SeaLink is offering punters day packages to attend the famous 'Kangaroo Island Cup' race.

World Expeditions Launches Two New Active Kakadu Adventures

The Top End is in high demand for active travellers and leading Australian adventure travel company, World Expeditions has responded by adding two new expedition-style adventures in Kakadu National Park, each designed for travellers looking to connect with the park's wilder regions in a sustainable way.

Discover Kangaroo Island's sights and delights on New Tour

Devour the tastes and stunning sights of Kangaroo Island on Kangaroo Island Odysseys two-day/one-night ‘Kangaroo Island Sights & Gourmet Delights Tour’. This personalised tour departs Adelaide every Monday to Saturday from 1 February 2022 and is priced from only $1211 per person.