Headlines
-
Air travel gets personal
Friday | Nov 29 2024TRAVELLERS will enjoy more personalised in-flight experiences next year, as more airlines tap into AI, high-speed wi-fi, and VR technology, according to new research from Amadeus.
-
Investors wipe away debt
Friday | Nov 29 2024HURTIGRUTEN has a new owner after being acquired by a consortium of existing investors from TDR Capital.
-
Show business is booming
Friday | Nov 29 2024BUSINESS travel relating to the entertainment, sport and creative sector is booming, with in-person connections and international opportunities leading to a 41% year-on-year increase in bookings.
-
Webjet accused of breach
Thursday | Nov 28 2024THE Australian Competition & Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) ongoing quest to clamp down on misleading online sales practices has today seen Webjet Group Limited accused of breaching Australian Consumer Law (TD breaking news).
-
China extends visa-free
Thursday | Nov 28 2024FROM this Sat, China will increase visa-free travel in the country from 15 to 30 days for 38 nations, including Australia.`
-
Slot misuse improving
Thursday | Nov 28 2024SLOT utilisation by carriers at Sydney Airport has improved in recent years, according to the first independent audit report examining slot use at the hub.
-
Fiji island revamp plans
Thursday | Nov 28 2024SOUTH Sea Cruises Group (SSCG) has acquired Tivua Island (pictured) in the Pacific from Captain Cook Cruises, revealing plans to undertake a major redevelopment to create a world-class tourism hub.
-
MCB hails vic’s banner year
Thursday | Nov 28 2024MELBOURNE Convention Bureau (MCB) has strengthened Victoria’s position as a leading MICE destination this year, securing more than 200 future events during 2023-24.
-
Qantas pushes NDC model
Wednesday | Nov 27 2024TRAVEL agents will have access to more fares and opportunities to earn more through dynamic commission offers when Qantas launches its new distribution model next year, the Aussie carrier has announced.
-
EBITDA down, TTV up
Wednesday | Nov 27 2024IN THE first financial release since formally demerging from Webjet’s consumer arm, Web Travel Group (formerly WebBeds) posted an EBITDA of $65.3 million for H1 2025, a decrease on the $80.3 million recorded in the corresponding half last year (TD breaking news).