MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Australia / New Zealand

Goodnight Island awaits a new owner.

Want to own your private island Down Under?Check out Pumpkin, Ram and Goodnight Islands.

Figures show a fall in the average age of Australian cruisers as the sector continued to attract younger generations.

Aussies leave pandemic in their wakeNew figures show cruise holidays have overtaken pre-pandemic levels.

Nick McGlynn joins Qantas from Jetstar Japan, bringing nearly 40 years of aviation expertise to his new role.

Qantas appoints new EVP to drive Asian growthAs the new executive vice president for Asia, Nick McGlynn looks to strengthen the airline’s position in the region.

Luxury Escapes is further incentivising travel agents to join with upcoming incentive programmes, bonus commissions and fam trips.

Luxury Escapes launches Agent HubThe new platform offers exclusive travel deals, streamlined booking, commissionable products, and access to Luxury Escapes'...

Artist impression of the Titanic II.

The Titanic II may be coming to a port near youAustralian billionaire revives dreams of recreating the Titanic, targeting maiden voyage for 2027.

Silversea guests relished a curated dinner prepared by an Indigenous chef, accompanied by captivating performances from First Nations artists.

How Silversea carves a deeper path for destination immersionA prime example is the cruise line’s immersive culinary event in Uluṟu to showcase Aboriginal culture.

SureStay to the power of three for BWHBWH Hotels' expanding in Australia with three new SureStay properties.

Virgin Australia group chief executive Jayne Hrdlicka said the decision to allow cats and dogs onboard was a response to traveller demand.

Dogs, cats in the cabin but no snakes, pleaseThanks to Virgin Australia, pet owners now won‘t have to leave Fido and Whiskers behind.

James Thornton: ”We provide a sense of community and connectedness in an increasingly isolated and disconnected world. And we do it better than anyone else.”

Intrepid makes connections in a disconnected worldNew strategies will take tour company into accommodation and book publishing.

Squeaky Beach in Victoria really lives up to its name

Squeak! Goes this beach in AustraliaAustralia’s best beach makes a strange sound when you walk on it.