With just 10 days to go before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony on the iconic river Seine, news surrounding the event is confusing—some outlets are reporting that tourists are keen to avoid a congested, overpriced city, while others are already reporting a triumph, with throngs of tourists already celebrating the most sustainable Olympic Games ever. […]
Planning your year ahead? Here are the official public holidays for 2024 across different states in Australia. These holidays are a great opportunity to relax, spend time with family, or explore the beautiful landscapes Australia has to offer. Check your state’s holidays to plan your next long weekend or getaway. Australian Capital Territory Public Holidays […]
What are the best places to live in the world? Ask the expats—they offer a unique perspective on living in foreign countries, making their feedback invaluable. This year marks the 11th edition of the Expat Insider report by InterNations, which is one of the most comprehensive studies on expat life, gathering responses from over 12,500 expats representing 175 […]
There’s nothing like walking in a city, absorbing the local culture and stumbling upon hidden gems. So what are the most walkable cities in the world? A new report has the answers. Insider Monkey—an investing website—has curated a list of the most walkable cities in 2024, places that are perfect for travelers who believe the best […]
Where are the world’s most liveable cities for 2024? Well, according to the Global Liveability Index, Australia’s capitals more than hold their own on the global stage. Melbourne has once again retained the title as Australia’s most liveable city on the much-anticipated Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Liveability Index, coming in at number four, narrowly ahead of […]
Hosting the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris is doing nothing good for the French national airline’s bottom line. Air France announced Monday that it expects a loss of up to €180 million (AU$289 million) during the current financial quarter as tourists avoid Paris during the Olympics, held between July 26 and August 11, 2024. Fearing […]
Australia landed at the top of the list of the hottest destinations among luxury travellers in Asia Pacific, according to a new report from Marriott International Luxury Group. The survey also put data behind other big travel trends in the region, including 91% of respondents saying safety is important for a luxury experience. Fine dining […]
Start packing. That never-ending world cruise you’ve been dreaming of is here…well, coming pretty soon, anyway. Setting sail in January, 2027, the intimate Silver Dawn ship will be your home for the five months that make up The Three Oceans World Cruise 2027 offered by the luxury and expedition Silversea cruise line. Yes, that’s three full oceans—count ‘em, Pacific, […]
As an appetiser to the ranking of the 50 Best Restaurants in the world that will be announced in Las Vegas on June 5, the organisers of the prestigious competition have unveiled the venues ranked from 51st to 100th in this year’s extended list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants. This ranking of runners-up is the first release […]
After nearly 100 years of service, P&O Cruises Australia is scheduled to cease operations early next year and fold into parent company Carnival Cruise Line. The announcement was made by the parent company, Carnival Corporation & plc, which stated that P&O would be integrated into its sister line, Carnival Cruise Line, by March 2025. Carnival’s […]