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24/02/2022

Japan will reopen its borders to international travellers from March 1. The cap on people entering the country will rise from 3,500 to 5,000, and this is expected to grow over the coming months.

It’s a small first step towards a broader reopening, giving hope to travellers craving a cultural fix.

22/02/2022

With Australia open to tourists from 21 February, Qantas is getting ready to fast-track the reboot of several overseas routes.

With Australia open to tourists from February 21, the airline aims to move fast and make the most of an expected travel surge.

27/10/2021

Australia will reopen its international border from November 1.

After almost 20 months, Australians will be free to leave the country without obtaining special government approval.

26/08/2021

United Airlines have announced plans to help electric vehicles reach new heights, with the purchase of 100 electric planes for short-haul flights.

United Airlines makes order for 100 electric planes for short haul routes that it expects to operate from 2026.

25/08/2021

Qantas has officially opened up their COVID-19 vaccination incentive program, with the lure of free points, status credits and flight vouchers being on offer. There will also be a Mega Prize offered to one select winner from each State and Territory within Australia, along with an additional 2 winners being announced as part of a national TV campaign in 2022. The Mega Prize you ask? Just a year's worth of free flights, Accor hotel stays and BP fuel!

Fully-vaccinated Australians can collect free Qantas points and win a year of free domestic and overseas flights.

23/07/2021

Australia's firm commitment to quarantine-free travel with Singapore appears more likely to occur by the end of the year due to Sydney's recent COVID-19 outbreak. With the Australian government still looking to introduce a vaccination passport to store Covid-19 test results and vaccination records, officials from both the Australian and Singapore governments will be taking all necessary measures to ensure safe travel.

14/07/2021

With International travel beginning to ramp up around the world - this may be the perfect time to ensure your passport is up to date. As an example, pre-pandemic in the USA a passport was typically 2-3 weeks for an expedited application, with that now increasing to 12 weeks. Have you checked yours lately?

Anxious U.S. travelers with expired or nearly expired passports are finding their renewal applications are taking longer than in the past—sometimes up to 18 weeks.

12/07/2021

Planning your next trip? Now's the best time to look at upgrading your older luggage, and that begins with ensuring you have the right carry-on. Hardshell vs. soft, size, weight, what type of lock, what type of wheels - these are questions we've all asked ourselves before.

Invest in a carry-on bag designed to keep your vacation gear secure and last a long time

07/07/2021

The Dreamliner will now become a regular sight for Australian travellers as Qantas plans to make this part of selected domestic routes. Currently set up between Sydney and Perth, it will provide a more comfortable option for those travelling from coast to coast.

The Dreamliner goes domestic, beginning with up to nine Sydney-Perth flights each week.

06/07/2021

The government says it's confident an Indian-made AZ vaccine used in the UK won't affect people's ability to travel abroad.

05/07/2021

Dogs and cats travelling in the cargo hold may be a relic of the past, as the Australian aviation regulator plans to relax the rules which ban these animals from flying in the cabin. Tentatively scheduled to come into place from December 2 for domestic flights, your dog and cat will soon be able to fly right beside you!

Instead of putting fido or kitty into the cargo hold, why not book them a seat right next to you?

06/02/2021

Emirates and Qatar Airways have launched an unbundled business class offering, but what exactly is it?

Unbundled business class fares sell for a lower price but give you fewer perks.

05/02/2021

Qantas considering Project Sunrise launch from 2024.

Is there a new dawn on the horizon for Project Sunrise?

07/01/2021

"Most travel insurance policies don't cover you for COVID-19, but some airlines have your back if you still need to fly."

Most travel insurance policies don't cover you for COVID-19, but some airlines have your back if you still need to fly.

05/01/2021

Qantas reopens international flight bookings from July 2021.

Is overseas travel ready to bounce back from the middle of this year?

21/12/2020

Qantas is rolling out new domestic routes in early 2021. These include Sydney – Griffith, Melbourne – Newcastle, Melbourne – Merimbula, Melbourne – Mount Gambier, Melbourne – Wagga Wagga, Melbourne – Albury, and Adelaide – Mount Gambier.

Qantas is rolling out flights to several new domestic destinations in early 2021. It continues a renewed interest…

14/12/2020

Australia & New Zealand travel bubble coming in early 2021.

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has confirmed a travel bubble with Australia will open in the first quarter of 2021.

18/10/2020

From "flights to nowhere" to in flight meals delivered to your home - some travel junkies are going to great lengths to get their fix without travelling abroad.

Apparently one of the big things that people miss while not being able to travel during the pandemic is actually flying on planes.

17/10/2020

"While most of its fleet is grounded, Singapore Airlines is taking home delivered meals to new heights (no pun intended) by bringing its first class and business class dining experiences to the condos of Singapore."

Caviar, Dom Perignon and Wedgwood bone china dinnerware take this far beyond the realm of Uber Eats.

16/10/2020

Will flying First Class keep you safer from COVID?

We asked medical experts for their opinions.

15/10/2020

Ensuring your hotel is eco-friendly has never been easier with this 9 step checklist.

• The A-Z of truly greener getaways, from packing to planning

14/10/2020

American Express has unveiled their Centurion Lounge at New York's JFK for Platinum and Centurion cardholders - from self-guided meditation sessions to food from Executive Chef Ignacio Mattos, a four-time James Beard Award nominee, it's sure to impress!

Exclusively for AMEX Platinum and Centurion cardholders, New York JFK's Centurion Lounge ups the ante in The Big Apple.

08/10/2020

“The robots will provide travellers with train transfer information, act as security guards, carry heavy luggage, serve food, clean the station facilities and equipment as well as providing a barrier-free environment for travellers with disabilities by transporting them inside and around the station."

Japan's train network is getting the ultimate upgrade: AI robots that serve you food, clean the station and carry bags.

16/09/2020

Starting 18 September, Japan and Singapore will open ‘green lane’ for business and official travel.

15/09/2020

Etihad has partnered with food technology startup Lumitics to trial the use of computer vision and machine learning in order reduce inflight food waste and improve meal planning.

The carrier has partnered with Singapore food technology startup Lumitics to trial the use of computer vision and machine learning in order to reduce inflight food wastage…

31/08/2020

19/08/2020

Video calls have their place, but are not a long-term substitute for travelling brains, Harvard University says.

Video calls have their place but computer bytes aren't a long-term substitute for travelling brains, says Harvard University.

16/08/2020

TOKYO – Japanese businessman Katsuo Inoue chose Italy for this year’s summer vacation and he enjoyed the trimmings of a business class cabin and soaked up the sights of Florence and Rome & #82…

13/08/2020

Touchless check-in, plexiglass shields, temperature checks, back-to-front boarding and planes with empty middle seats are all now part of the flying experience, and the future may bring even more changes.

Eight airline and hotel industry veterans make their predictions about what will change about safety and pricing and whether business travelers will ever return to the road.

09/08/2020

COVID-19: What are the travel restrictions in each US state? To find out, use this interactive map.

A visualization of which states have restrictions on travelers entering from other states due to the coronavirus

07/08/2020

How is commerical flight capacity developing around the world? ✈️ 🌏

The progression of flight volume by region (via data from Flightradar24 and FlightStats) signals the trajectories of a flight-demand return post Covid-19.

06/08/2020

Emus Carol and Kevin 'banned for life' from Australian outback pub.

Two brazen emu siblings named Kevin and Carol have been banned from a hotel in Australia's Outback for bad behavior.

04/08/2020

The pandemic has accelerated the trend towards using biometric data (scanning faces, eyes and fingerprints) instead of hard copy documents to allow people entry into countries.

There’s a trend towards the use of biometric data to allow people entry into countries by scanning their faces, eyes and fingerprints, instead of using hard copy documents. With Covid-19, many want to add health data too, allowing the healthiest people to pass freely across borders.

03/08/2020

"Germany wants mandatory COVID-19 testing, while Sweden's restrictions are almost non-existent: EU travel rules are complicated these days. Which regions are high risk, and who sets the standards?"

Germany wants mandatory COVID-19 testing, while Sweden's restrictions are almost non-existent: EU travel rules are complicated these days. Which regions are high risk, and who sets the standards?

02/08/2020

Experts predict travelers are eager to get back out there — though others caution revenge may not be so sweet.

31/07/2020

"As of August 1 it's a case of "no test, no ticket", regardless of if you're headed to the UAE or in transit to another country."

As of August 1 it's a case of "no test, no ticket", regardless of if you're headed to the UAE or in transit to another country.

27/07/2020

How you can best optimise your business travel with these simple tips.

Last year, I spent a considerable chunk of my time in the clouds. And I don’t mean daydreaming; I mean literally 30,000 feet up above. And no - I am not a

27/07/2020

A stress-free flight with Emirates - they are the world's first airline to provide free, global cover to passengers for COVID-19 medical expenses and quarantine costs.

25/07/2020

London’s Heathrow Airport unveils measures such as UV cleaning robots to minimise the risk of contracting COVID-19.

The airport is rolling out a series of anti-viral measures as the UK eases coronavirus travel restrictions