Australian airports have been thrown into chaos as a result of a catastrophic international IT software outage. The disruption affected check-in services and information screens in airports, leading to significant delays. Travellers were left stranded at Sydney Airport, standing in line for flights they were unsure would take off. Know the news with the 7NEWS...
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Every travel writer has a bucket list – a list that’s likely ever-growing thanks to Australia’s incredible scrapbook of otherworldly destinations. From secluded swimming holes and majestic waterfalls to regional dining gems and picturesque wineries, there’s just too much to see, eat, drink and explore. Want to know what tops our travel bucket list? We’ve...
Are ambulance services free if I’m travelling interstate?
For most Australians heading overseas, purchasing travel insurance to cover accidents or serious illness seems like a no-brainer. But what if you’re travelling interstate in Australia and need to be taken to hospital by ambulance, or even airlifted from the scene of an accident? The case of a Canberra woman who received a $45,000 bill...
Thailand expands visa-free travel for Australians
Thailand has expanded its visa-free travel for Australians from 30 days to 60 days as part of a new tourism scheme. The visa can be extended up to 30 days more through the Thai immigration bureau. Ninety-three countries and territories are eligible for the new scheme, up from 57 previously. On Monday, Thailand also...
Huge update on Bali visa fees impacting your next trip
After several false starts, Indonesian authorities appear ready to remove the $50 Visa-on-Arrival (VoA) fee that is paid by all Australians holidaying in Bali. It could go before October. This represents a $200 saving for a family of four at a time when many families are being impacted by cost-of-living pressures. The VoA was originally...
Three Australian destinations made a global list of the top 20 most underrated places in the world
There are certain destinations in Australia that truly live up to the hype – the magical underwater marvels of the Great Barrier Reef, the thundering waterfalls of the Blue Mountains, and the magnificent red rock known as Uluru. But drive a little further down the country’s most scenic highways and you’ll discover lesser-known gems that...
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Fifteen years have flown by since Jason Derulo gifted us with his arguably greatest hit, ‘Ridin’ Solo’. Turns out, dancefloor Derulo was well ahead of his time, with new research revealing that solo adventures are one of the biggest travel trends for 2024. We reckon everyone should embark on an Eat, Pray, Love getaway at...
Travel hack: Here’s where Australian travellers can score healthcare perks overseas
Packed your bags for a sun-soaked Euro-summer? There’s one travel essential you don’t want to forget – and it won’t even take up any suitcase space. It’s your Medicare card, and it could save you thousands of dollars should you find yourself in a medical emergency while travelling overseas. We all know these powerful green Medicare cards...
Most Australians take more than 30 minutes to get to work. How does that compare to other countries?
In short: It is “quite normal” for people to live more than an hour from their workplace. Urban sprawl and the search for affordable housing are contributing factors. What’s next? Experts say governments can ease commute times by bolstering public transport. The average Australian worker spends more than an hour a day stuck in rush-hour...
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In short: Starting this month, Australian travellers can visit China for 15 days without a visa. The authorities are also taking steps to make it easier for foreigners to pay for goods and services in the increasingly cashless country by letting them link their foreign bank cards with Chinese payment platforms. What’s next? The government...