Tourists pay big for pics at insane Dubai pool
Entry to this pool in Dubai will cost you hundreds of dollars. The 24-karat gold topped caviar will cost you even more.
Travel
Aussie dad’s ‘rapid descent’ before bomb hoax
New details have been revealed about a man who brought the country’s busiest international airport to a standstill by falsely claiming to have a bomb on-board.
Wild reason couple move next to Disney World
A US couple has fulfilled their dreams and moved to the doorstep of Walt Disney World in Florida, visiting the parks almost every day.
Emirates announces world first move
Emirates is set to become the first airline in the world to do this – a move it has described as a major milestone in making travel more inclusive and accessible for all.
Is the famous Hollywood sign on fire?
Rumours have been circulating about the famous Hollywood sign as bushfires wreak havoc across Los Angeles with five lives lost and around 180,000 people forced to flee.
Surprise detail after couple’s alleged flight act
The glamorous Australian daughter of a dead dictator has been spotted with a strange item after dropping an eye-watering amount to leave the country as she fights allegations of drunken acts aboard a Jetstar plane.
Cruise passenger’s easy $1300 mistake
Just like with air travel, it’s important to turn off your international roaming when you’re travelling to different countries on a cruise.
Unusual perk no longer at this airport lounge
Amex cardholders at this major airport will no longer enjoy this unusual lounge perk and will get free coffee instead.
$30 chocolate bar sells out in minutes
A mother-of-two who created a chocolate bar when she was craving something sweet while pregnant had no idea it would go viral so fast.
‘Devastated’: Seaplane owners break silence
The owners of the seaplane that crashed off Rottnest Island, killing the pilot and two passengers have expressed their sorrow after the tragic accident.
How much UK travel will cost from today
A major shake-up to the UK’s border security system slugging all Aussie travellers with extra costs has now taken effect.
Tragedy as woman swept off rocks
A mum who drowned after slipping off rocks in front of her horrified family has been identified.
Plane’s wheels ‘explode’ with 300 on-board
A plane was stranded on the runway of one of Australia’s busiest airports for hours after two of its wheels reportedly “exploded” with almost 300 passengers on-board.
Doomed plane pilot’s last act goes viral
New footage of what is believed to be the moment before South Korea’s horrific aviation disaster has surfaced online.
Aussie couple escorted off flight, charged
A couple have been charged after they were escorted off a flight, with airline staff calling in the Australian Federal Police for assistance.
Flight aborted seconds before takeoff
An Air New Zealand flight bound for Australia was forced to abort seconds before takeoff because of this untimely incident.
‘Nightmare’: Truth behind Aussie poisonings
Six tourists including two Aussie teens tragically died from methanol poisoning last year. And it’s a nightmare that will happen again.
Couple found dead inside Vietnam villa
A British woman and her South African fiance have been found dead in unexplained circumstances inside a holiday villa in Vietnam.
New UK rule Aussies need to know now
Australians who don’t follow this new rule when heading to the UK in 2025 won’t be accepted into the country.
Incredible Aussie beach town only $2 a night
Who needs the Philippines? This Aussie beach town has balmy water, squeaky sand and Jurassic Park-esque scenery, with accommodation starting from $2 a night.
New Caledonia means no jet lag, plus beaches
With beaches to rival Tahiti, the world’s second largest coral reef and no jet lag-inducing time difference, why aren’t more Australians going here?
Controversy around Australia’s ‘best’ slice
The bakery that was won Australia’s best vanilla slice is doing something wildly unusual to their snot blocks. And people are divided.
‘Followed’: New details on Fiji attack emerge
A source that witnessed the horrific attack on a Virgin Australia flight crew has revealed more details about the alleged attackers.
How rogue cabbies ripping off Aussies
Some rogue cab drivers are getting away with fraudulent transactions, using a simple trick to get more money out of everyday Aussies.
Qantas running late behind global rivals
Airline punctuality rankings for 2024 show Qantas is falling behind the other global national carriers.
Japan pleads with Aussies to buck trend
Japan has an important message for Australians as tourists rush to the popular country in record numbers.
Multimillion-dollar brand rises from ashes
These Melburnians thought their luggage business was all over just a little more than a year after launching, now they are aiming for $150 million-plus revenue figures.
Ditch Bali for this hidden Aussie island
Bali this, Bali that. It’s time to check out a new tropical island — and this little hidden slice of paradise is much closer to home.
‘Sinister’: Plane crash mystery deepens
The deadly plane crash in South Korea has prompted an expert to question whether something more “sinister” was at play.
Hidden Aussie beach looks like Fiji
Forget Fiji, stuff Samoa, turn away from Thailand and banish Bali to the back of your mind; this stunning Aussie beach has a waterfall, lagoon, ocean and a shipwreck.
Viral video exposes sad Bali beach reality
A video showing day 6 of the Kendonganan clean-up reveals a devastating amount of plastic engulfing a Bali beach.
Insane footage of near miss on runway
The planes nearly collided on the tarmac in harrowing scenes, with one desperately ordered to stop as onlookers watched on in horror.
Bizarre passport rule you didn’t know
Aussie travellers who lose two or more passports in a five-year period could risk losing the important document entirely, under a little-known law.
Haunting last image of crash victim
A haunting final photo has emerged of a three year old boy who died in the Jeju Air plane crash that killed all but two of the 181 people on board.
Caravan park acts that make my blood boil
Working on the reception of a busy holiday park in the heart of Byron Bay, we deal with all kinds of travellers and this is what we wish you’d stop doing
Second onboard horror for Korean plane
Another Jeju flight has been forced to make an emergency landing due to an issue with its landing gear.
Cause of Korean plane disaster revealed
The cause of a fiery horror plane crash that killed 179 people in South Korea has been revealed.
One baffling detail in crash that killed 179
Flight experts have highlighted one “really, really rare” aspect of the deadliest air disaster of 2024, as one of the two survivors speaks out.
Couple drown saving daughter from rip
A community is mourning a husband and wife who drowned while trying to save their daughter after she got caught in a dangerous rip at a picturesque beach.
Never make this mistake in Byron Bay
There are a lot of embarrassing ‘before and afters’ in life, and for me, a two week summer east coast odyssey was one of them.
Teen reveals horror flight ordeal
An Australian teenager says she was harassed and forced to sit with a stranger’s child in her lap after she was bumped from an overbooked flight.
Insane things US thinks about Australia
From one Aussie living in the US of A, I’ve come across some pretty bonkers things Americans have ever said about visiting Down Under.
Major Aussie passport change coming on Jan 1
The world’s most expensive passport is set to go up in price once again, with the Coalition accusing Labor of a “backdoor tax grab”.
Creepy abandoned Aussie ‘lunatic asylum’
If you’ve ever driven north of Sydney on the M1 and looked left as you cross the Hawkesbury River Bridge, you may have noticed an unassuming looking island.
‘I’ve eaten everywhere, but this is my No. 1’
He’s one of Australia’s most well-travelled foodies, but Matt Preston’s favourite dining destination isn’t where you might expect — and it’s surprisingly affordable.
Common acts you should never do in Japan
After 27 years of hosting Getaway, Catriona Rowntree finally went to Japan for the first time this year.
Weird word Aussies find offensive
There’s one word you should never say when travelling Australia, which is getting certain visitors into hot water.
Horrific discovery on plane in Hawaii
A horrific incident has occurred in a part of the plane only accessible from the outside.
Warning over danger at popular beach
Rangers have warned visitors to be aware of a dangerous threat at one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations.
Aussies injured in NYC taxi crash
A nine-year-old boy was reportedly pinned beneath the tyre of a cab when a group of pedestrians were struck by the vehicle.
5pm rule that stunned me in Singapore
Singapore, hey? What’s not to love? It’s a great city with plenty to do, see and eat – but there was one rule that left me shocked.
Unimaginable sight after 227,000 killed
A detective who helped identify thousands of bodies after the Boxing Day tsunami has revealed a grim truth. WARNING: Graphic
Australia’s best meat pie of 2024 revealed
The verdict is and Australia’s best meat pie has been revealed for 2024.
Qantas investigating Xmas Day ‘U-turn’
Qantas is investigating a mechanical issue that forced a flight to be diverted mid-air while over Antarctica on Christmas Day.
Cruises halted due to murders, kidnappings
Cruise ships have stopped setting sail to this city after officials placed the tropical destination under the highest travel advisory level.
Major Aussie airline drops $49 flights
One major Aussie airline has dropped $49 flights in an insane Boxing Day sale – but travellers will need to be quick to snap up the latest deals.
Aussies spend Xmas in world’s worst prisons
A former Greens candidate and a democracy activist are among the expats spending Christmas behind bars.
Eerie snap taken before 227,000 people killed
On Boxing Day in 2004, a young Australian was having the time of her life on a dream Thailand holiday. Then, the unthinkable happened.
World’s largest airline grounds all flights
On one of the busiest days of the year, a huge airline had to stop all flights as people were trying to get home for Christmas.
Breakthrough behind NYE train deal
A crucial concession by the rail unions paved the way for Sydney’s famed New Year’s Eve fireworks to go ahead, the state’s Transport Minister has revealed.
Grim move for Aussie accused of theft in Bali
A Sydney woman accused of theft has been moved to a notorious prison that used to house some of the Bali Nine.
Holiday hotspot now unrecognisable
Fresh Australian aid crews have arrived in Vanuatu to help the country’s traumatised population through Christmas.
Xmas queue you’ll only see in one country
Christmas may not be a national holiday in this country, but people still celebrate it in a very unique way.
Bali ‘coin scam’ Aussies need to know about
An Australian woman has warned fellow tourists travelling to Bali about a scam targeting Aussies with many having already fallen victim to it.
‘Hell’: Iconic city overrun by tourist hordes
Wild footage has revealed how an iconic city is struggling to deal with the sheer number of tourists flooding its streets.
‘End of an era’: Crocodile Dundee star dies
An icon of Australian cinema, best known for his role in Crocodile Dundee, has died aged in his 90s.
Worrying map every Aussie tourist must see
This worrying map reveals why Aussies heading overseas this festive period should take extra precautions particularly in some of their favourite destinations.
Passenger forced to give first class seat to dog
A passenger was furious after being forced to give up their plush first class seat for a fellow traveller — a dog.
‘Secret’ Aussie food Americans lining up for
Americans keep telling us how much they hate this Aussie classic, but an Australian in the US has found a way to make them love what they think they despise “by stealth”.
Untouched oasis Aussies don’t know exists
It’s only an hour away from one of our most popular flight stopovers – yet most Australians couldn’t place this hidden paradise on a map.
Jaw-dropping rare sight from train window
Trains actually slow down so passengers can get a glimpse of this rare sight, deep in some of the most rugged terrain on earth.
‘Pure magic’: Inside Sydney’s hidden secret
Well off the coastline and surrounded by a fairy-like secret garden, a poolside haven so enchanting awaits — and it’s a find like no other.
Aussie Macca’s among world’s most beautiful
While it may be somewhere you tend to pop to for a quick feed, some McDonald’s are worth lingering at, with two located in Australia.
Woman’s wild Xmas party act in Syd harbour
A Kiwi woman was shocked to discover a hidden danger about Sydney Harbour after a clip of her Christmas party act went viral.
iPhone setting you need to check
If you are packing for a holiday this summer and own an iPhone, you are going to want to listen up.
Flight attendant reveals her strict routine
A flight attendant for Air New Zealand has revealed her strict routine “essential” to help her feel “close to 100 per cent as possible”.
Trick to getting cheap flights revealed
This trick could see travellers save hundreds on their flights this festive season, but there’s one snag.
Family with 22 kids has 20 holidays
Going on holiday when you have kids can be hectic – but that hasn’t stopped a couple who have 22 children. Here’s how they afford it.
Grim update after mass deaths at ski resort
Twelve people have been found dead of suspected poisoning at a popular ski resort just ahead of peak season.
Terrifying footage emerges of Pacific quake
Images circulating online have shown immense damage to buildings after a massive 7.3 magnitude struck off a Pacific Island nation.
Original URL: https://www.news.com.au/finance/business/travel