The Editorial Team

After graduating with a degree in Media and Broadcast, Vanessa landed a job with the Today Show working across the country and the world on entertainment, news and lifestyle stories before starting at news.com.au in 2016. In her current role as travel editor, Vanessa has travelled both domestically and abroad writing and filming content for the site, including yearly coverage of the Birdsville Races in outback Queensland and swimming with whale sharks off the coast of Cabos in Mexico.

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BRISBANE AUSTRALIA THURSDAY 19TH DECEMBER 2024 Generic picture of a QANTAS plane at the Brisbane International Airport Picture David Clark

Qantas slashes overseas flights to $499

While winter has come knocking, with temps starting to dip around parts of the country, a new overseas flight sale plans to heat up Aussie travel plans.

Travel Incidents

The man was oblivious to what was unfolding below.

Man smiles on zip line, oblivious to horror

The disturbing moment a tourist rides a zip line, while absolute horror unfolds below, has been shared in horrific new footage.

Travel Incidents

The tourists were shot at with water pistols during an anti-tourism rally in Barcelona.

‘Go home’: Locals unleash on tourists

New video of locals unleashing on tourists visiting one of the world’s most famous sites has emerged, fuelling more tense scenes ahead of the European summer season.

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We stepped inside Qantas' hidden haven for history buffs.

Incredible find inside Qantas’ hidden room

From lunch menus that soared at 30,000 feet in the 1960s, to the first designed business class cabins — here’s a look inside a secret room in a corner of the country rarely seen.

Travel Incidents

Two American college students on a spring break trip have been held in a Danish prison

Teen tourists in prison over Uber fight

A teenage tourist has spent two weeks in prison and is trapped in a foreign country and unable to go home, after an alleged altercation over an Uber ride.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 22: The tail of a Qantas plane is seen at take off from Sydney International Airport on February 22, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. Qantas has demonstrated a significant financial turnaround, reporting a record $2.47 billion profit for the 2022-23 fiscal year, marking a stark change from the previous year's $1.86 billion loss. The airline's strong performance was attributed to robust travel demand and high ticket prices, with domestic earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) jumping to 18.2%, representing a 50% increase in profit margins over the past six years. The company's return on invested capital also increased to 103.6%, reflecting its improved financial position and operational performance. (Photo by Jenny Evans/Getty Images)

Qantas launches mammoth $99 sale

Australia’s national carrier has launched a monster flight sale to one state — with some popular fares dipping below $100.

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Each element of the new uniform has a key meaning.

Hidden detail in airline’s new uniform

One of the world’s most popular airlines, and a favourite for Aussie travellers have unveiled a dramatic new look with their uniform.

ExclusiveTravel Incidents

Aussie’s first ever cruise ends in tragedy

It was the cruise of a lifetime for Glenn and Bev — a generous gift from their son to explore Queensland’s tropical coastline. But in an instant, tragedy struck.

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The new route is a welcome addition to South Australia international flight network.

Australian flight we have all been asking for

Just in time for Christmas and the lengthy school holidays, a new non-stop international route will launch for Australians for the very first time.

Northern Territory

Gunlom Falls in Kakadu National Park is set to reopen

Iconic Aussie spot to reopen after 6 years

In just weeks, a stunning corner of Australia will reopen once again following a six year closure to tourists.

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