Why flights to LA to become a lot cheaper
A giant American airline will become the third player on a key Australia to US route later this year.
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TV shows behind the ‘set-jetting’ phenomenon and where to head
What do vintage shops, Netflix, stargazing and AI have in common? All are expected to influence where we holiday in 2025.
Island getaway’s $28m staff shame
Operators of a popular island hideaway have been ordered to pay staff an eye-watering amount after they were underpaid for years.
Qantas changing uniforms for 11th time in 105-year history
The bruised national carrier is undergoing a major uniform design overhaul, and is seeking the views of uniformed crew to assist.
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Five hours faster: Qantas’ new overseas route for Aussies
Australians’ obsession with skiing has paved the way for travellers to get a new, faster route to fly and get on Japan’s renowned white powder faster.
Threat holding Australia to ransom
The latest chaos with Sydney’s rail network has exposed a gaping flaw that allows Aussies to be held to ransom as unions pressure governments for better deals.
Is a booze ban the answer to unruly airline passengers?
The problem of poorly behaved airline passengers appears to be getting worse, prompting calls for greater education and restrictions on pre-flight drinks.
Aussies spending holiday money overseas, not at home
Australians’ pursuit of a value holiday in Bali, Japan and Vietnam is taking a toll on domestic tourism, new figures show.
Virgin loses appeal against ‘drunk on duty’ unfair dismissal case
Virgin Australia has lost its appeal against a flight attendant unfairly sacked for drinking a glass of prosecco 7.5 hours before working and using a dating app while on fatigue leave.
Disorderly airline passengers sour New Year
A Jetstar passenger is accused of stabbing a federal police officer with a pen in the latest display of unruly behaviour on a flight.
Update after gross find shut nine beaches
After beachgoers ignored warnings of ‘polluted water’, council workers have cleaned up and reopened most affected beaches in northern Sydney.
Destinations where the Aussie dollar is still worth something
Our dollar doesn’t stretch far in the US or UK at the moment but Australian travellers can still enjoy a value-for-money holiday in these countries.
Weird reason for Qantas flight delays
The modern space race is causing headaches for Australian travellers at much lower altitudes, and billionaire Elon Musk is at the heart of it.
Carry-on luggage charges the latest airline fee
Could charging for carry-on solve the problem of passengers taking too much luggage into airline cabins?
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