Virgin Voyages Avoids the Middle East Amid Growing Conflict
Amidst heightened tensions in the Middle East, Virgin Voyages has announced a significant repositioning of the itinerary for the Resilient Lady.
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Joe Cusmano is the Editor of Stray Nomad. Having spent 30 years in the airline's industry and having lived in 8 countries and 5 continents he is a true stray nomad and a jet fuel junkie who loves travel. He is a coffee and shopping addict and a lover of modern art.
Qantas Rejects the Price Gouging Allegation
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In response to an investigation by former ACCC head Allan Fels, Qantas has once again rejected allegations of price gouging. The ACTU-commissioned study slammed...
Thousands of fans from around regional Australia have taken advantage of Bonza’s low-cost direct flights to Melbourne to watch superstar Taylor Swift on her forthcoming Eras...
Global Air Travel Demand Continued Its Bounce Back in 2023
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that the recovery in air travel continued in December 2023, with total 2023 traffic coming closer to...
Holland America Line Opens Booking for Australia and New Zealand 2025/26 Season
Holland America Line announces that bookings have opened for Australia and New Zealand for the 2025-206 season.
American Airlines to Commence Service to Brisbane in October
American Airlines will launch a new service to Brisbane in October with its newly designed Boeing 787-9 aircraft outfitted with Flagship Suite seats.
Virgin Australia Rolls-Out Baggage Tracking Tool to Entire Domestic and International Network
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Virgin Australia now offers leading baggage tracking on all domestic and international routes*, including Queenstown, Bali, Fiji, Samoa, Vanuatu, and Japan. In a first...
Malaysia Airlines to Introduce BMW Limo Transfers at Kuala Lumpur Airport
While the Aerotrain connecting Kuala Lumpur International’s main terminal to the satellite concourse remains out of operation, flag carrier Malaysia Airlines announced this week...
Carnival Cruise Line grows to 27 Ships with Carnival Firenze’s Officially Joining
With the theme "Carnival Fun Italian Style," the Carnival Firenze will become the second ship in the fleet.
Bonza Connects Coasts and Culture
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From Beach Bliss to Tassie trails, Australia’s first independent low-cost carrier, Bonza, is connecting the Sunshine Coast and Launceston for the first time, with...
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