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Surprising holiday trend for next year
Tourists are going out of their way to make a trip to a surprising spot while overseas, and it’s thanks to TikTok.
2-word trend Aussies can’t get enough of
The cost-of-living crisis has done little to dampen Aussies’ appetite for one activity they were denied during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Aussies fleeing the city for here instead
As cost-of-living pressures mount, experts say a flood of Aussies will flee the city and descend on this corner of NSW instead.
Airline launches sale with flights from $195
Some of the most popular travel destinations for the year are suddenly a lot cheaper as a major airline announces their first flight sale of the year.
Aussie airline’s bold new $59 flight
The budget carrier is offering travellers new direct flights to two of Australia’s most spectacular tourist destinations for just $59.
Budget airline’s huge sale from Aussie city
Australians dreaming of a holiday in the heart of Southeast Asia now have a new and cheap way to get there.
Airline launches insane $29 sale
The budget airline has discounted more than 40 airfares across Australia, with some starting at just $29.
One million flights discounted
One major airline has released more than one million discounted airfares across the country and to an incredibly popular destination.
Qantas’ shock billion-dollar profit
The airline has revealed it appears to have bounced back following years of pandemic-induced losses.
‘Standout’: Qantas tops prestigious list
Qantas has been named the leading airline for one key thing, beating out Air New Zealand for the top spot.
Virgin Australia drops insane $55 fares
Virgin is dropping a round of dirt-cheap tickets just in time for Boxing Day sales — including a one-way trip for as little as $55.
Tourist discount Aussies don’t know about
If you’re a seasoned traveller you may be aware of the European shopping “hack”, but many Aussies don’t know it exists.
Jetstar responds after Bali airport fiasco
Jetstar has responded after a Bali traveller said he witnessed a “traumatised” elderly couple being treated in a way described as “beyond negligent”.
How man’s bizarre lockdown hobby paid off
He does what? Meet the 23-year-old that has turned his lockdown hobby into a successful business in just two years.
Unique way woman cuts travel costs
A Brisbane woman has discovered a way to travel around the world on the cheap, and you might be surprised what’s involved.
Stunning detail in low-cut $39 swimsuit
Setting you back less than McDonald’s, a number of these Big W swimsuits has been walking off the shelves – and we can see why.
Forgotten travel trend makes a comeback
The holiday loved by grey nomads will now be one of the hottest travel trends of 2020. Here’s why four walls will be replaced with four wheels.
Cheapest way to have an island holiday
ASH London knows a thing or two about having an awesome time on a tiny budget. She’s just spent five weeks on a remote tropical island.
Woman’s ridiculously cheap holiday hack
The Maldives is one of the most expensive destinations in the world. But following a breakup, Michelle reveals how she went for $100-a-day.
Insta-famous hotel is just $24 a night
Of all the hotels in the world, this one is adored by influencers and their followers. And lucky for us, it costs next to nothing.
Most cost-effective holiday spots for 2020
Fares to these destinations have significantly dropped, making them excellent spots for budget-conscious travellers in 2020.
Quick way to save hundreds on holidays
A simple tweak of your holiday plans can leave you with lots of extra spending money, according to a breakdown of costs.
Threat to pull sculpture exhibition over path
The largest free-to-the-public sculpture exhibition in the world is making its return to Sydney today, but it could be the last time we see it.
World’s cheapest holiday hot spots
An analysis of overseas holiday spots has found the top five cities that cost tourists the least in daily costs, including accommodation – and five to avoid.
The Costco find flooring travellers
It’s a closely guarded secret, but those in the know are scoring bargains on big brand suitcases for prices that rival Kmart and Aldi’s no-name gear.
Jetstar launches fly for free sale
If the end of school holidays has you dreaming of a relaxing time away – either with or without the kids – this deal couldn’t have come at a better time.
Surprising reason to pinch hotel soap
Just about everyone swipes the hotel toiletries, but some of the ways guests are putting them to use will shock even the most frugal travellers.
$99 Aldi travel item sparking frenzy
Brace yourself for Saturday morning shopping scenes “like rush hour on Boxing Day”. One of Aldi’s most popular sales is on again.
$29 hostel is Australia’s best
It might not look like much, but a two-star hostel with rooms from $29 has been crowned the best hostel in Australia.
Couple’s new life costs them $40 a month
A couple sick of forking out $1000 a month on their mortgage bought a 100-year-old boat and never looked back.
How mum travelled to NZ for just $1
It sounds impossible, but a mum-of-two has revealed how she managed to travel to New Zealand for just $1. Here’s how you can too.
Bigger than Christmas: $219 Hawaii flights
They’re the airfares that just keep on dropping with Jetstar’s Christmas sale that has slashed the price of flights to Hawaii, Bali, Japan and more.
Sculpture exhibition arrives in Bondi
THE Sydney coastline will be decorated with masterpieces for the next three weeks as the Sculpture by the Sea 2018 event begins.
Where the Aussie dollar is doing well
LOOKING for a cheap overseas holiday? These countries are where Australians can enjoy the biggest savings right now — and there are a few surprises.
Cheap alternative to the Maldives
IT’S a dream destination that not many can afford. But an alternate island will give you the Maldives experience for a fraction of the cost.
Coolest, cheapest hotel in New York
IT’S the same hotel the crew of the Titanic stayed in 1912 and it hasn’t changed much since then. The really amazing part though is the cost.
Under-the-radar spot cheaper than Bali
IT’S time to move on from Southeast Asia. This city has just surpassed the Bali as the best bang for your buck vacation destination.
Where you should travel right now
EXPLOIT the high Aussie dollar while you can. These destinations are suddenly cheap and they’re the best way to get bang for you buck.
Why you should go overseas this winter
FLIGHTS out of here are 18 per cent cheaper than the same time last year. Here are the top overseas destinations to escape the cold.
Multi-millionairess who still flies budget
SHE inherited a massive family fortune, but this 33-year-old is determined not to be a “stereotypical heiress”.
Are Jetstar’s free flights for real?
THE budget airline is offering $0 flights on popular holiday routes for a limited time. Here’s what you need to know.
This will make you give up Bali for good
IT MAY not have the surf beaches of Bali but this country’s pricey reputation is all wrong. Here’s how to do a holiday there on the cheap.
Get in quick: $259 flights to Hawaii
IT’S the hottest destination of the moment, with promises of idyllic beaches and endless shopping — and this bargain fare will take you there.
The cheap spot you can no longer ignore
IF you thought Bali gives you the best bargain holiday around, think again. It’s time to put this cheap destination on your map.
Unbelievable: $349 flights to Europe
YOU’VE just run out of excuses putting off that European holiday. If these airfare deals don’t get you moving, nothing will.
The half-price way to see Vietnam
IT’S one of the hottest holiday destinations for Aussie travellers right now. Here’s how to see the highlights for just a few hundred bucks.
Unlikely new cheap spot for Aussies
IT USED to be considered a “premium” place to visit, but the price of a holiday here has plummeted — and it’s saving Australians heaps.
The holiday spot that’s cheaper than Bali
HOTELS here are so cheap it’s been named the bargain holiday destination for Australians — and it’s got amazing beaches, too.
Rich men pay for me to travel the world
THIS Sydney woman has visited 22 countries in a year without paying for anything. Her secret? Rich men pay to travel with her.
Sick of Bali? $129 flights to next big thing
IT’S tipped to be the next hot spot for Australian travellers, as popular as Bali and Thailand, and this massive airline sale will get you there for cheap.
They’re back: $259 flights to Hawaii
IT WAS one of the best airfare sales ever and now it’s returned. Jetstar has launched a new massive sale to some of the world’s best beaches.
Amazing $349 deal to Europe is back
MISSED out on a cheap airfare deal to Europe last time? Here’s your chance to scoop up some cheap seats for an overseas summer holiday.
Rise of the world’s B-List cities
LONDON and New York are crowded, expensive, and overdone. Here’s where to go for a unique experience.
Dirt cheap: $199 flights to Bali
ALREADY dreaming of your next holiday? Jetstar’s super sale has slashed fares to some of our favourite overseas spots, including Bali and Phuket.
Free trip to Europe, but there’s a catch
FREE flights, free food, free accommodation. It sounds like a dream come true, right?
Why you should travel in February
IF YOU’VE been saving up your annual leave until after Christmas, we’ve got good news — at February is the best time to travel.
Countries that are cheapest for Aussies
THESE are the holiday destinations where Australian travellers typically find the best bargains on hotels – so if you want to save money, go here.
No joke: $135 flights to Thailand
YOU could be on your way to Thailand for the price of one night’s stay in a hotel — but this is one super quick sale, so you better be quick.
How Trump win can be good for Aussies
AS unlikely as a Trump victory may seem, there is a silver lining for Aussies if he manages to get into the White House.
The world’s cheapest holiday destinations
NO, BALI is not on this list. Here are the seven cheapest destinations you probably haven’t thought to visit.
Round-the-world trip is seriously cheap
FROM the lights of New York to the floating markets of Bangkok, this itinerary is perfect for budget travellers who are strapped for time.
The cheekiest way to travel
FROM weekend breaks to full-blown beach holidays: would you shell out for someone else’s adventure? These Aussies are optimistic.
Buy plane tickets after you fly
DON’T have a credit card and can’t afford the flight for your next trip upfront? You can now fly first and pay later.
How this woman travelled for five years
A GLOBETROTTER who left home in 2011 to visit every continent on earth has revealed the secret to how she affords her non-stop travelling lifestyle.
Why you pack at the last minute
GONE are the days of rolling shirts and splurging on travel-size toiletries — this travel craze explains why packing is the last thing on your mind.
Save serious cash in Southeast Asia
SOUTHEAST Asia has long been popular with budget travellers. Here’s how to stretch your money even further.
Islands that cost less than a Sydney flat
WHY travel when you could live at this island paradise? It costs less than a one-bedroom apartment in Sydney.
Backpacker’s ultimate haggling tricks
A THRIFTY globetrotting tourist has revealed his top tips for saving a fortune while on the road. How many of these tricks do you know?
Girl travels for free, her dates pay for it
MONICA Lynn had never been abroad in her life until last year. Now she’s travelled the world for free, thanks to her dates.
How to travel on a shoestring
FROM free museum access to festival tickets — see and do more on your holiday with less. Here are six travel hacks you need to know.
Suite life: Five-star travel on a backpacker budget
FROM business class to the back of the plane — how to fake top-notch amenities when you’re living out of a suitcase.
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