Copenhagen Named World’s Most Liveable City for 2026
Copenhagen has been named the world’s most liveable city for 2026, topping the EIU ranking ahead of Vienna, Melbourne, Sydney and Zurich.
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Qantas Picks Sydney-London for First Project Sunrise Flight
Qantas has named Sydney-London as the first Project Sunrise route, setting up what is expected to become the world’s longest nonstop passenger flight.
Just You Launches Kindred App to Ease Solo Travel Anxiety
Just You has launched Kindred, a community platform designed to help solo travelers connect before, during and after escorted tours.
Viking Opens Sales for 2028-2029 World Cruise Programs
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Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
Viking’s new world cruise lineup expands long-duration ocean travel with routes spanning six continents, extended voyage options, and deeper destination programming.
YouTrip Launches Family Travel Card for Children in Singapore
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Marcus Bennett
• 4 mins read
YouTrip has launched a family travel card in Singapore, giving children aged 7 to 18 their own card while parents manage spending, alerts and security.
Intrepid Launches Local Day Trips in Europe’s Busiest Cities
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Victoria Hayes
• 4 mins read
Intrepid Travel has launched new locally led day trips in Barcelona, Venice and Paris, designed to move visitors beyond overcrowded landmarks.
Google’s Universal Cart Pushes Agentic Commerce Toward Travel Booking
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Laura Mitchell
• 4 mins read
Google’s new Universal Cart and expanded commerce protocols could reshape how consumers shop, book hotels and authorize AI agents to complete purchases.
10 Must-Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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Victoria Hayes
• 10 mins read
From Machu Picchu and the Taj Mahal to the Great Barrier Reef and Petra, these UNESCO World Heritage sites show how history, culture, and nature can define a journey.
Hantavirus Outbreak on MV Hondius Raises New Questions for Expedition Cruise Travel
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Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
A hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius has left three people dead, triggered international contact tracing, and renewed scrutiny of health protocols on remote expedition cruises.
Intrepid Travel Acquires Australian Outback Property
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Thomas Grant
• 2 mins read
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Thomas Grant
• 2 mins read
Intrepid Travel has acquired Ooraminna Station Homestead near Alice Springs, adding a physical hospitality asset to its adventure travel portfolio. The deal points to growing interest in regional, nature-based stays tied more closely to experiential tourism demand.
Singapore Airlines Expands Australia Reach as Western Sydney Adds a New Gateway
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Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Singapore Airlines is set to lift its Australian network to a record 23 daily flights when Western Sydney joins the map in November. The expansion is not just about capacity – it also strengthens the airline’s position in one of its most important long-haul markets.
Japan Sets Overtourism Control Target for 100 Areas by 2030
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Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Japan has approved a new tourism plan that expands overtourism controls while keeping aggressive visitor and spending targets in place through 2030. The policy signals a shift from simple volume growth toward tighter management of crowding, local disruption, and regional distribution.
Royal Caribbean Expands Private Island Strategy with Lelepa in Vanuatu
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Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
Royal Caribbean introduces Lelepa in Vanuatu as a new private beach destination, reshaping South Pacific cruise itineraries from Australia.
Finland Tops World Happiness Report 2026 for Ninth Year
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Andrew Collins
• 3 mins read
Finland leads the World Happiness Report 2026, with Nordic countries continuing to dominate the global rankings for quality of life.
Hilton’s LXR Hotels & Resorts to Debut in Australia with Gold Coast Luxury Hote
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Eleanor Price
• 4 mins read
Hilton will introduce its LXR Hotels & Resorts brand to Australia with a luxury property on the Gold Coast scheduled to open in 2027.