Rival airlines in huge battle over Bali
The nation’s two biggest airlines are currently engaged in a fight over who will be granted extra flights on one of Australia’s most lucrative travel routes.
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‘Sad’: Iconic tourist road ‘dead’
An iconic road once referred to as a “backpackers ghetto” is “dead”, now home to locals and families, with travellers lamenting the change.
Nation’s reputation wrecked in horror week
One of Aussie travellers’ favourite overseas destinations has suffered a tragic week, with two major disasters taking a toll.
Flight attendant’s call led to miracle outcome
More details reveal the incredible way all 379 people on-board this Japan Airlines flight survived, as the pilots also report a key piece of the puzzle.
Aussies’ terror as plane explodes on tarmac
A father and daughter were queuing to board a Japan Airlines flight when they looked out the window and saw a plane overwhelmed by fire on the tarmac.
What Aussies in Japan need to know
Tourists are urged to remain vigilant after a major earthquake in one of Australians’ favourite overseas destinations triggered tsunami waves.
New tax to hit Aussie travellers
Aussie travellers will soon be hit by a new tax when trying to visit one of the nation’s most popular holiday destinations.
‘No way’: Bizarre sight out plane window
Footage of a strange sight out the window on a flight from Vietnam to Australia has gone viral.
Aussie city named top travel destination
Just one Australian city has been named in the world’s most searched destinations – and it’s probably not the one you’d expect.
Bali slips in popularity as this nation soars
Australians have their sights set on other international destinations this summer, making Bali slip down the rankings.
Bali’s big backflip to affect Aussie tourists
A big change could be coming for Aussie tourists heading to Bali, with Indonesia expected to backflip on a decision made earlier this year.
Surprise country Aussies ditching Bali for
For the first time in years Bali has been knocked off its perch as Aussies’ favourite summer destination, with travel experts weighing in on the reason behind it.
Bali no longer fav Aussie holiday destination
Move over Bali. The island is no longer Australia’s most sought after overseas summer holiday spot, with a surprise destination moving in to top spot.
Minister’s warning on Bali bikini pics
The Australian government is urging travellers to listen to Indonesian authorities cracking down on tourists.
South Korea’s scariest tourist attraction
I did my best to put on a brave face, but this terrifying tourist attraction left me shaking and wiping tears from my eyes.
Wild amount of tourists to visit Bali at Xmas
Bali continues to grow in popularity with an insane amount of tourists and locals expected to flock to the Island of the Gods.
Bali police crack down after 3 tourists die
Police in Bali are increasing patrols and have warned tourists they will take action against those who break these simple rules, which are often ignored.
Insane transformation of Japanese prison
Aussies travelling to Japan will be able to stay in solitary confinement prison cells turned into guests rooms.
Mystery over who owns eerie China mansion
A gigantic palace in China is going viral as the biggest mansion – and the most mysterious piece of real estate – in the country.
‘Has to stop’: $7.8m Bali nightmare exposed
Promised the island dream, these investors are now trying to claw back millions from a “Hollywood” star who allegedly took their money.
Aussie singles obsessed with this location
This destination is now the favourite among Aussie solo travellers after replacing a country that has held the top spot since 2017.
Aussie expat making $50k a month in Bali
Aussie digital nomads have revealed the whopping amount of money they are making living and working in Bali.
Major airline’s big move for Aussies
Singapore Airlines has made a big network announcement that will see Aussies heading to Europe and other destinations benefit in a huge way.
MasterChef star ‘living dream’ four years on
Gary Mehigan says he is “living the dream” since departing from the show and while the famous trio’s sudden exit was a surprise to many, it wasn’t to them.
Komodo dragon shoved in sock
Authorities have found a young Komodo dragon stuffed in a sock with its mouth taped in what police say was an attempt to smuggle the reptile to Bali.
Bizarre sign spotted in North Korea
Kim Jong-un’s regime has erected a propaganda sign on a mountain in North Korea that has to be seen to believed.
Japanese city Aussies are obsessed with
A whopping eight out of the top 10 international destinations Aussies are searching for most on Airbnb are in Japan.
‘Seemed impossible’: Airline’s big Aussie move
A Chinese airline’s latest move has helped Sydney achieve a milestone that “seemed impossible”.
‘Insane’ viral Bali road causes stir online
There’s an Instagram-worthy road located in the tourist hotspot of South Kuta in Bali that is dividing the internet, with some calling it a “death trap”.
Bali sets record straight on huge rumour
Indonesia has cleared up a huge rumour about Bali – with a warning for Aussie travellers.
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