The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has set a goal of getting 1 million tourism small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to benefit from its Together in Travel community. The target was announced at the WTTC Global Summit in Malta, which drew more than 1000 delegates, including more than 200 travel and tourism chief executives […]
Journey Beyond has completed its acquisition of Kelsian Group’s national tourism portfolio, significantly expanding its presence across some of Australia’s most iconic destinations. The acquisition brings a collection of 14 tourism businesses into the Journey Beyond portfolio, spanning cruises, accommodation, sightseeing, tours and marine operations across the country. “These are established tourism businesses with strong […]
The South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) has appointed Wavemaker Australia as the media agency partner for its Destination portfolio following a competitive review. The appointment – the first time the account has moved since 2021 – takes effect from 1 October and covers all Australian domestic and global media, excluding New Zealand. It comes as […]
Magic Tours International will absorb credit card fees on all travel advisor bookings from 1 October 2026 – the day the Reserve Bank of Australia’s ban on card surcharging takes effect – across its Europe Holidays, World Holidays and TravelRez brands. The move is designed to protect consultant margins once surcharging can no longer be […]
Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) has revealed that 92 per cent of its corporate customers are now using Qantas’ New Distribution Capability (NDC) platform. One customer even saved more than $140,000 annually. The milestone comes after two years of collaboration between FCTG and Qantas to roll out the technology across FCM Travel, Corporate Traveller and […]
dnata Travel Group has signed 12 partnership agreements at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, broadening its travel offering and expanding its international reach as the four-day event wrapped up. The agreements span hotel distribution, cruise holidays, hospitality, destinations and travel technology. Seven of the agreements sit within dnata Travel Leisure, bringing together partners across cruise, […]
ATIA has welcomed the Government’s decision to extend the exemption that allows travel businesses to sell travel insurance at the time of booking, following a sustained advocacy campaign. The exemption, first secured by the Australian Travel Industry Association in 2021, was due to expire on 5 October 2026. The Government registered regulations extending it to […]
Emirates has kicked off Arabian Travel Market 2026 with a flurry of dealmaking, signing seven Memoranda of Understanding with tourism boards spanning the Indian Ocean, Europe, Southeast Asia and the UAE, while also renewing partnerships with technology and retail players. Emirates uses tourism board partnerships to build awareness of destinations in its source markets across […]
This month marks 40 years since Walkabout Gourmet Adventures began, with founders Graeme and Gabriela Clarke building a company on a simple idea: walking, nature, good food and introducing travellers to places they might otherwise struggle to experience. The Australian family-owned business remains founder-led today, with both Graeme and Gabriela still actively involved – Graeme […]
Jetstar is gaining ground in Australia’s corporate travel market as cost-conscious businesses look for cheaper ways to keep employees travelling, according to CT Partners CEO Matt Masson. Masson told Travel Weekly the low-cost carrier had picked up corporate business over the past two years, with the shift particularly noticeable following Rex’s exit from the market. […]