Holland America Line Introduces ‘Glacier Day’ to Enrich Alaska Cruises 
Hamad International Airport Crowned “World’s Best Airport” at Skytrax 2024 
Air New Zealand Boosts Summer Service and Expands Asian Network 
Air New Zealand Boosts Summer Service and Expands Asian Network 
Cunard Celebrates the Arrival of Queen Anne, a New Jewel in Its Luxurious Fleet 
American Airlines Unveils Luxurious Inflight Enhancements for Summer Travel 
Holland America Line Introduces ‘Glacier Day’ to Enrich Alaska Cruises 
Cunard Celebrates the Arrival of Queen Anne, a New Jewel in Its Luxurious Fleet 
American Airlines Unveils Luxurious Inflight Enhancements for Summer Travel 
Air New Zealand Boosts Summer Service and Expands Asian Network 
Seabourn Takes Delivery of Second Expedition Ship
The Seabourn Pursuit expedition ship was officially delivered to Seabourn during a maritime ceremony at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, Italy, marking nearly...
Taking A Sabbatical Break
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Dear Stray Nomad readers, I am writing to share some exciting news with you all. You may have noticed that I haven’t been active...
Vietjet Launches Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney Flight
The Vietnamese low-cost airline Vietjet inaugurated its routes to Australia on April 13 with a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho...
Norwegian Cruise Line to Provide Starlink High-Speed Internet on Fleet
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings announced a plan to improve connectivity for guests and crew at sea by deploying SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed internet on its ships....
New Disney Cruise Ship To Be Based in Singapore
Disney Cruise Line and Singapore Tourism Board announced magical cruise vacations to Southeast Asia for the first time, revealed by Disney Parks, Experiences and...
First Qantas A380 returns to Australia
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After a 593-day absence, the Qantas A380, named after one of the airline’s founders, landed at Sydney Airport just after 3 p.m. on Tuesday...
Air NZ To Require Vaccine Proof Or Negative Test For Domestic Flights
Air New Zealand has announced it would adopt new guidelines for domestic flights across New Zealand from mid-December, with all passengers required to either...
Australians Are Undecided on International Travel
According to a new study from the University of Queensland, just 51% of Australians want to go abroad now that international borders have reopened. According...
Tourists Arrival in the U.S. Face Long Lines
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A wave of international travellers rushed into the United States Monday as the COVID-19 travel restriction ended, and citizens from dozens of nations started...
Post-Pandemic Travel, The Hidden Cost of Testing
Mandatory Covid testing will add hundreds of dollars to the expense of a solo vacation overseas and thousands to the cost of a family...
Not Bringing Back The A380 is Crazy, Says Emirates Chief
It would be a mistake for airlines not to bring back the A380, argues Emirates CEO Sir Tim Clark in an interview with Airline...
As Transatlantic Flights Resume, Airlines Look For Profit
After years of disappointment, long-haul airlines have finally found a reason to celebrate with the reopening US border to leisure travellers from most of...
Emirates is Stopping its Multi-Risk Travel Insurance in December
For those who must travel during the pandemic, being prepared involves being aware of the possibility of contracting COVID-19 as well as other illnesses....
Who Is Traveling To Thailand Now That International Airlines Have Returned 80% Of Their Slots?
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According to Nitinai Sirisamatthakarn, general director of Airports of Thailand (AOT) Public Company, international airlines have returned up to 80% of their airport slots...
Western Australia COVID-19 roadmap to Opening State Border
WA Premier Mark McGowan has set the lofty aim of 90 per cent immunisation in the people aged 12 and older before he will...
Sydney Airport Agrees to Takeover Bid
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Sydney Airport has agreed to accept a takeover deal from a consortium of investors for A$23.6 billion. If finalised, the transaction will be one...
One keen traveller evidently driven stir crazy by the pandemic purchased a staggering quantity of flights in just 24 hours, Qantas chief executive Alan...
Metropole Hanoi Was Named “Most Wonderful Hotel”
Two private French investors founded the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi at the turn of the twentieth century. The hotel has withstood the test of...
The Travel Bubble With Singapore Begins
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Today is the first day that Singapore’s ‘Vaccinated Travel Lane’ VTL program enables fully vaccinated Australians to re-enter the country without quarantine. Following the...
Fully Vaccinated Singaporeans Can Enter Sydney & Melbourne Quarantine Free
Australians were free to travel overseas without prior approval from the country’s federal government from last Monday (November 1, 2021). Sydney) and Melbourne will...
Here is What You Need To Know About Proof Of Vaccination For Visiting New York
Considering the open borders in Australia and the U.S., many of you are likely considering a trip to New York in the near future,...
Have You Downloaded Your International Vaccination Passport?
Australians are now able to obtain their proof of vaccination to travel internationally. The proof is available freely to Australians and Australian visa holders...
Qatar Airways Launches Rediscover Europe Promotion from $1409 Return
For the first time since the reopening of Australia’s international border, Qatar Airways will be offering special tickets and discounts for travel between February...
Epidemiologist Calls For Arrival Airport Testing
One of Australia’s leading epidemiologists has called for international arrivals to be tested for COVID-19 before leaving the airport. International borders are now open!...
Indonesia Pushes for Australians to Visit Bali
Indonesia may soon join Singapore in Australia’s second two-way travel bubble, with President Joko Widodo proposing a “vaccinated travel lane” with Australia to boost...
U.S. Issue First Gender X Passport
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The US State Department announced that it has issued its first passport with an “X” gender designation – a watershed moment in recognizing the...
Chef Morimoto, who is the Fresh Fish Ambassador, will be preparing meals inspired by Alaska, and renowned bartender Sam Ross will be creating new...
Hamad International Airport (DOH) has been named the “World’s Best Airport” at the prestigious 2024 Skytrax World Airport Awards, held at the Passenger Terminal Expo 2024 in...
Air New Zealand’s summer schedule update and network expansion bring significant benefits. As the southern hemisphere welcomes summer, the airline is resuming flights to...
Queen Anne is the latest addition to Cunard's celebrated fleet, having been officially welcomed during a historic handover ceremony at Fincantieri in Italy.
Along with new bedding throughout the year, American presents its first rotating collection of premium onboard amenities, featuring different designers and brands, environmentally produced...
Lufthansa Allegris: Elevating the Skies with Luxury and Innovation
The seat map for Allegris' inaugural flights beginning on 1 May is currently available through all booking channels. The first destination from Munich is...
Princess Cruises Announces Rescheduled Debut for Sphere Class Ship, Star Princess
Princess Cruises, in collaboration with esteemed shipbuilder Fincantieri, has announced a revised timeline for the much-anticipated debut of its Sphere Class vessel, the Star...
MSC Cruises Unveils’ Stay & Cruise’ Programme for an Extended Voyage of Discovery
Guests can extend their cruise with a new add-on package with an additional two or three-night accommodation before or after their cruise, coupled with...
Norwegian Cruise Line Sets Sail with New Culinary Horizons on Norwegian Aqua
Norwegian Cruise Line to Open Its First Upscale Thai Restaurant, ‘Sukhothai’; Dedicated Plant-Based Venue, ‘Planterie;’ and New ‘Swirl Wine Bar’.
Airlines Reroute Flights: Airspace Tensions Rise Amid Middle East Conflict
Airlines have been urged to exercise extreme caution while flying over Israeli and Iranian airspace. Following Israel's most recent attacks, some airlines changed their flight...
