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New global research has revealed the psychology of travel and the impacts of the COVID pandemic on Aussie adults, with almost two-thirds of Australians (57 per cent) saying holidays positively impact their physical and mental health, compared with 46 per cent in the UK and 35 per cent in the US.In fact, more than one in five Aussies (22 per cent) say they need as many as four to six weeks of

Accor announced the global roll-out of its digital key solution, “Accor Key”, in line with the Group’s strategy to provide a contactless guest journey in its facilities. This exciting new step for Accor confirms its ambition to innovate and invest in high-quality technological solutions to deliver the very best and most convenient experience for its guests. The focus of the rollout will be to

A new consumer-facing online travel booking platform - DealsAway - today announced its launch into the Australian and international tourism market offering travellers a new way to save money on exclusive travel package experiences pledging a 10% price beat guarantee (conditions apply). As a new travel brand DealsAway has announced 45 exclusive pre-packaged global travel experiences across

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR) announced the enhancement of its long-term SabreSonic passenger solutions suite (PSS) agreement with Rex (Regional Express), providing enhanced IT capabilities to support the carrier’s ambitious domestic and regional expansion plans.Rex already serves 60 destinations across all Australian states and has now bolstered its agreement with Sabre in order to quickly

Marriott Bonvoy, the travel marketplace and highly awarded travel program from Marriott International, has released a redesigned, more intuitive version of its mobile app in anticipation of increased desire and demand for travel this year. Featuring new travel shopping options based on inspiring destinations and access to more of Marriott's vast travel offerings such as premium vacation rentals

Renting a motorbike can be very rewarding, and it offers plenty of other perks as well. If you look at the many benefits of renting a motorbike, you'll be able to see why so many people choose to rent when they have the option.Have you taken a look at the benefits of renting a motorbike? Renting has a lot of advantages, and it can be a lot of fun too. Read on to find out why you should rent the

ATEC is calling on the Federal Government to provide further financial support to the tourism industry and specifically the export tourism businesses which are unable to operate at anywhere near their previous levels.Domestic travel has replaced less than 20% of the revenue received from international visitors, with most export tourism businesses reliant on the JobKeeper supplement to get them

Amid growing optimism of a restart to cruising in Australia, Pacific Encounter is now officially part of the P&O Cruises Australia fleet following the completion of maritime formalities. And in line with the precision that applies to such an historic moment in the life of any oceangoing ship, Pacific Encounter became part of the P&O family at precisely 13:47 GMT on January 27. Pacific Encounter’s

Following a challenging year where for many, every aspect of life was impacted, Expedia’s annual Vacation Deprivation report reveals Aussies are planning to go big on holidays in 2021. After taking just 11 days of leave last year, Aussies are making it a priority to take advantage of their days off more than ever, with survey results showing they plan to take an extra week (five days) of leave in

James Lambert and Tom Rodgers claim that a vibrant and healthy aviation sector is a key driver of global economic growth.Shares in airlines led the rebound in global stock markets in recent weeks on the news of a significant breakthrough in the race to find a Covid-19 vaccine. While the surge reflected a welcome ‘good news day’ in arguably the most difficult year in the industry’s history, it was

Australian travel industry leaders have teamed up to launch Save The Travel Industry – a national campaign that aims to pressure the Australian government to extend support to the tourism industry after JobKeeper ends on 28 March. The campaign runs through to the end of March, conceptualised by Matt Leedham, founder of travel industry publications, KarryOn.com.au and Travel to Change the World

Australia's leading expedition operator Aurora Expeditions is offering a unique opportunity to meet and explore with world-renowned marine conservationist, biologist, oceanographer and explorer Dr. Sylvia Earle on an exciting voyage to Baja California. Dr. Earle will be a special guest on a 9-day sailing in and around Baja California and the Sea of Cortez – from May 4 to 12, 2022 – on board its

For the first time ever, TripAdvisor has announced their Traveller’s Choice list of the best national parks in the world — a celebration of the views, mountains, lakes, trees, trails and beaches that got travellers outside and into nature. These are the next 10 top-rated, wide open spaces to your to-do list.11) Yorkshire Dales National Park, United KingdomOne visit to the Yorkshire Dales and it’s

As the Australian government begins to roll out its COVID-19 vaccination strategy, travellers are snapping up travel bargains in what appears to be a renewed surge in consumer confidence that international travel will soon be on the horizon. Strong bookings for late 2021 and into 2022Despite recent comments from Health Department boss Brendan Murphy that the country's borders will remain closed

Latest insights from Tourism Research Australia (TRA) reveal caravan and camping is the most popular holiday accommodation type for Australians right now.Accounting for 44 per cent of all holiday nights across Australia, the insights revealed that for the year ending September 2020 more than 1.9 million caravan and camping holidays were undertaken by Australians nationally, creating 8.4 million

BIG4 Holiday Parks, one of Australia's largest and best-known leisure companies, has selected Soda Communications to drive its PR strategy into 2021 and beyond.Having faced a difficult 12 months as part of the travel industry, BIG4 – now in its fifth decade of operations – wants to increase its profile and highlight the breadth of its offering.After a competitive pitch it awarded its PR contract

Qantas and BP announced a strategic partnership to further advance their shared net zero ambitions. Through the collaboration, the companies will work together on opportunities to reduce carbon emissions in the aviation sector and contribute to the development of a sustainable aviation fuel industry in Australia.The two companies have agreed to explore ways in which bp’s global capabilities,

Tourism Australia will kick off its first wave of Holiday Here This Year campaign activity for 2021 next week, coinciding with the majority of Australians returning to work after the summer break. Acknowledging that many Australians' holiday plans were disrupted during December and January, Tourism Australia is confident that citizens will be eager to book a holiday soon. “Despite border closures

Tripadvisor released its annual Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards for Destinations, highlighting Popular, Trending, and Emerging Destinations around the world, as well as a new category for 2021: National Parks. The awards are based on the quality and quantity of reviews and ratings for accommodations, restaurants, and things to do in destinations worldwide on Tripadvisor over a 12-month

A new website, Welcome To Country, was recently launched to help connect domestic and international travelers with a wide range of educational and cultural experiences around Australia, all created and run by the country's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Peoples. Do you like to make deep and meaningful connections when you travel? A new website, Welcome To Country, was recently launched to