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Travel News of The Week
✈️ Airfares rising as oil prices surge
With oil above US$112, global airlines are increasing ticket prices after jet fuel costs spiked due to the Middle East conflict, with fuel accounting for up to 40% of airline operating costs. Expect international fares — especially long-haul — to trend higher in the coming months.
🌍 Europe flights taking longer routes
Airspace closures across parts of the Middle East are forcing airlines to reroute flights between Australia and Europe via longer paths, increasing travel times and airline costs.
🔥 Some routes seeing “astronomical” fares
Travel disruptions and rerouted flights are reducing capacity on key global routes, pushing prices up sharply and leaving some travellers stranded or paying far more than usual for last-minute flights.
🛂 New visa checks being introduced by airlines
Airlines such as Qantas and Singapore Airlines have begun implementing real-time visa checks after Australia introduced new rules allowing some visas to be paused even after being granted.
🏝️ Thailand planning new tourist fees
Thailand is preparing updated entry rules including potential tourist taxes and new arrival processes aimed at managing overtourism — something Aussie travellers heading to Bangkok or Phuket should keep an eye on.
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International Specials 🌏
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Sydney → Hamilton
$332 $487 -32%
May 18 - May 23
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Melbourne → Tokyo
$444 $833 -47%
Jun 4 - Jun 17
1️⃣
Perth → Bali
$226 $348 -35%
Oct 14 - Oct 24
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Perth → Malé
$483 $765 -37%
Oct 17 - Oct 26
1️⃣
Adelaide → Los Angeles
$1,025 $1,679 -39%
Jul 30 - Aug 13
1️⃣ 🧳
Adelaide → Nadi
$497 $879 -43%
Nov 28 - Dec 5
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Domestic Specials 🌏
Our own backyard is beautiful. Go and check it out!
Brisbane → Mackay
$98 $196 -50%
Nov 5 - Nov 8
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Gold Coast → Melbourne
$98 $202 -51%
Nov 5 - Nov 7
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🧳 Checked Luggage ✈️ Direct Flight. 1️⃣ 1 stop. 2️⃣ 2 stops
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Sydney → Port Vila
$357 $590 -39%
Apr 15 - Apr 30
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Adelaide → Bali
$230 $373 -38%
Mar 24 - Mar 31
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