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Australia matters twice: a long-haul source market of high-spend, long-stay travellers, and an inbound economy rebuilding its airlift. Gallipoli traffic gives it a particular link to Türkiye. Australian travel flows in both directions are tracked here.
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LatestWhile long-haul travel plans ease this autumn, travellers remain committed by booking trips to Europe
ETC and Interrail have published their Long-Haul Travel Barometer 3/2026, tracking September to December travel intention, preferences and barriers among prospective long-haul travellers.
AviationBedbugs infested a passenger plane; the flight was canceled
After it was determined that a Qantas Airlines passenger plane had been infested with bed bugs, the aircraft’s return flight, scheduled for Saturday, was canceled.
DestinationThe top 10 countries for travel and tourism in 2026
The 2026 edition of the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI) has just been published, with Europe dominating the top 10.
DestinationAustralia issues detention orders for tourists who violate visa regulations
Australia is tightening immigration policies, announcing that tourists who overstay their visas will face detention and deportation to curb rising visa violations.
DestinationTravellers become different people when on holiday
A new survey reveals that 61% of travellers deliberately change their behavior while on holiday, often making choices they would never consider at home.
LatestSocial media is ruining travel’s element of surprise
More than two-thirds of travellers have arrived at a destination for the first time only to find it feels familiar because of the amount of research they did before their trip.
HotelStrategic agreements advance Marriott's growth across key global markets
Marriott International accelerates its global expansion with landmark Q2 agreements, adding luxury resorts and midscale hotels across high-demand destinations worldwide.
AviationA bird struck a passenger plane, and the engine caught fire in mid-air
A passenger plane that took off from New Zealand landed at another airport after flames erupted from one of its engines following a bird strike.
LatestHundreds of tourists missing in Nepal
Nearly 600 tourists, including hundreds of foreigners, are reported missing in Nepal and Tibet following devastating floods in the Himalayan region.
AviationTurkish Airlines is expanding in the Asia-Pacific market
Turkish Airlines continues to grow in the Asia-Pacific region.
DestinationSri Lanka launches tourism push to reach $4.2 billion target
Sri Lanka is launching a six-country tourism promotion campaign to nearly double arrivals during its peak winter season and earn $4.2 billion.
AviationTurkish Airlines completed the longest flight in its history at 16 hours
Turkish Airlines (THY) completed the longest flight in its history for the Juventus delegation.
DestinationAirfare and package tour costs for German tourists have risen
Destatis data reveals international airfares for German tourists rose by 8.5% in the first half of the year, while package tours to popular destinations saw moderate price hikes.
AgencyTUI Musement launches Multi Day Experiences: “Some places deserve more than a day”
TUI Musement introduces Multi Day Experiences, offering immersive one- or two-night journeys that combine unique accommodations and local guides to meet growing traveler demand.
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Oct 23Latest
While long-haul travel plans ease this autumn, travellers remain committed by booking trips to Europe
Oct 14Aviation
Bedbugs infested a passenger plane; the flight was canceled
Oct 14Destination
The top 10 countries for travel and tourism in 2026
Sep 29Destination
Australia issues detention orders for tourists who violate visa regulations
Sep 21Destination
Travellers become different people when on holiday
Sep 17Latest
Social media is ruining travel’s element of surprise
Sep 8Hotel
Strategic agreements advance Marriott's growth across key global markets
Sep 7Aviation
A bird struck a passenger plane, and the engine caught fire in mid-air
Sep 7Latest
Hundreds of tourists missing in Nepal
Aug 27Aviation
Turkish Airlines is expanding in the Asia-Pacific market
Aug 24Destination
Sri Lanka launches tourism push to reach $4.2 billion target
Aug 24Aviation
Turkish Airlines completed the longest flight in its history at 16 hours
Aug 14Destination
Airfare and package tour costs for German tourists have risen
Jul 14Agency