Travel
Preparing your pets for holidays
Are you getting ready for a long-awaited holiday? You probably have plenty of preparation and planning to do, especially if you have pets. Whether taking your pet with you or leaving it with a trusted caregiver, there is still much to take care of. Travelling with...[Read More]
Holiday-makers drive electric car uptake
Australian holiday-makers can expect to see more electric and hybrid vehicles on the roads this festive season as rental firms expand their fleets to include eco-friendly options. And the companies say greener vehicles are in high demand, both from curious motorists...[Read More]
Getting ready for an overseas holiday? make sure you follow these tips
One of the foremost questions on people’s minds today: Is it safe to book a holiday abroad for 2023? While countries have opened their borders to travellers and tourists, there are still certain restrictions in place. That being said, if you plan to embark on...[Read More]
Tips for meaningful Christmas experiences with family and friends
5 Tips for Meaningful Christmas Experiences With Family and Friends Christmas is a well-loved holiday people look forward to, but it’s also a time when there seem to be endless to-do lists, presents to buy, and parties to attend. In the end, most of us are left...[Read More]
Winners, losers named in electric car race
Australia’s biggest car brands have been ranked on their efforts to reduce emissions and the news is not positive for many of the country’s top sellers. While electric vehicle manufacturers Polestar and Tesla topped the Climate Council’s Race to Zero Ranking on...[Read More]
Top 5 Australian destinations to visit for retirees
Now that you’ve retired from the workforce and have all the opportunities to do what you want, you’re ready to take the trip of a lifetime. If you’re planning to take a tour across Australia, here’s a list of 5 top destinations to visit for retirees. Whether...[Read More]
Car-sharing giant to launch in Australia
American car-sharing giant Turo has announced plans to launch its service in Australia before the end of the year, shaking up the traditional rental car market. The company, which is the world’s largest car-sharing platform, will begin recruiting Australian...[Read More]
Top 5 international destinations for retirees to visit
If you’re an Australian or British retiree, retirement is the perfect time to travel the world and explore the places you’ve always wanted to see. Travelling may lead to much more than just a relaxing vacation, too. Seeing the world in your 50s, 60s, and beyond can...[Read More]
Top 3 benefits of the caravan lifestyle in Australia
A rising number of Australians are searching for alternative life experiences that provide them with a sense of independence from city life and a connection to nature. Caravan living can be for you if you’re looking for new experiences or wish to live simply. Even...[Read More]
The top 3 destinations to visit for young families
Everyone can find something to enjoy in Australia’s many towns and natural wonders, from kiddie explorers and beach-loving teenagers to culture-hungry adults and foodies of all ages. Good thing there are plenty of places to see and experience in Australia if you want...[Read More]
Booster campaign in long war against COVID
With COVID-19 restrictions relaxing everywhere from airports to footy stadiums, millions of Australians are being exposed to the virus including almost three in 10 adults yet to have a booster shot. National cabinet has agreed that from Friday there will be no need for...[Read More]
Air travel still below pre-COVID levels
Passenger traffic through Sydney Airport remains less than 75 per cent of the pre-pandemic level, with international travel lagging even further. Sydney Airport’s passenger data for July shows almost two million domestic passengers and 844,000 international...[Read More]
Aust drivers’ fuel costs hit $100 a week
Cash-strapped Australians filling up at the fuel pump paid an extra $5 a week over the course of the past three months, according to new figures. The Australian Automobile Association’s latest Transport Affordability Index, released on Sunday, shows average weekly...[Read More]
Flight Centre recovery beats expectations
Flight Centre Travel Group says it has bounced back to monthly profitability sooner than expected, although COVID-19 travel restrictions prior to February mean it will report a full-year loss of between $180 million and $190 million. The midpoint of that range is a...[Read More]
Traveling independently, tips for solo parent travellers
A chance to relax on holiday is golden, but what trumps even that is watching your child discover new places and make new friends. During our week-long adventure in Egypt, my nine-year-old daughter Emmeline bonded tightly with the British, American and Australian kids...[Read More]