Travel news
Jetstar launches new route to Aussie west coast beach escape
East coast fans of Western Australia’s famed south-west now have a direct flight.
- by Julietta Jameson
New class of luxury unveiled on board iconic Australian trains
A new class of rail travel offers more room and art-deco distinction.
- by Julietta Jameson
Traveller Letters: A slice of cake is not a meal, Qantas
“My wife and I have recently flown on two lunchtime economy class flights. Neither flight offered a meal.”
Opinion
Adventure holidays
Is this just a fiery thrill or another disaster waiting to happen?
We take a gamble with volcano tourism. The obvious lava and ash aren’t the only dangers.
- by Brian Johnston
Affordable ‘digital nomad’ hotel brand set to expand across Australia
Little National’s hotels offer a unique vibe that deliver affordability combined with the trappings of a luxury digital nomad lifestyle.
- by Julietta Jameson
Opinion
Air travel
Qantas on shortlist for year’s best airline cabin innovations
The Crystal Cabin Awards offer up amazing innovations for air travellers every year. But will any of these ideas actually take off?
- by Michael Gebicki
Traveller Letters: My precious possession disappeared at airport security
“When I realised what had happened and went back to the conveyor belt, I was met with ‘I don’t understand English’ and blank looks.”
Security concerns for cruises are spreading beyond the Red Sea
As Red Sea security deteriorates, cruise ships are abandoning the Suez Canal – with big implications for cruise itineraries.
- by Brian Johnston
Seatbelts on: Warning over likelihood of more unexpected bumps on planes
There’s a reason cabin crew tell you to keep your seatbelt on, but this week’s LATAM incident shows it’s more important than ever.
- by Katherine Scott
Traveller Letters: When it comes to premium economy seats, Qantas wins
“With pre-departure drinks, to enhanced food and wines, Qantas wins – a down-graded business class. Whereas the Singapore Airlines equivalent was an upgraded economy class.”
Opinion
Air travel
Without a control tower, Sydney’s new airport will die hard in the hearts of travellers
I’m completely opposed to news that Australia’s newest international airport will not include a traditional control tower.
- by Anthony Dennis