Australia Tourism News
Emirates outlines Australia return as borders reopen
With vaccination rates in New South Wales having reached their target, and Victoria being not far behind, the two states will allow vaccinated travellers to return to Australia without quarantine.
Qantas to return to London next month
Qantas has confirmed it will operate its flagship direct route from Australia to London via Darwin when international flights resume next month with the reopening of the border.
Tehan opens doors on Australia pavilion at Expo 2020
Australia minister for trade, tourism and investment, Dan Tehan, has opened the Australia pavilion at Expo 2020, promising visitors an extraordinary journey through 60,000 years of history.
Qantas to relaunch international flights as border reopens
The news comes in response to an announcement from the Australian federal government that the country will reopen its border from November.
Further cancellations for Australia cruise season
P&O Cruises Australia has extended its pause in operations for cruises departing from Sydney and Brisbane by a further month until mid-January next year.
BreakFree Wirrina Cove opens in Australia
Accor and New Terry Developments have opened the 87-room BreakFree Wirrina Cove resort, nestled in the heart of beautiful Wirrina Cove, South Australia.
Brisbane selected to host 2032 Olympic Games
Brisbane has been formally awarded hosting rights for the 2032 Olympic Games following a vote of International Olympic Committee member nations in Tokyo.
Carnival brands postpone Australia return
P&O Cruises and Princess Cruises have both delayed their return to the Australia market as discussions continue with authorities over regulations for the resumption of departures.
Trans-Tasman travel bubble opens for first time
The Trans-Tasman bubble, linking Australia and New Zealand, has officially opened. The first flights landed in New Zealand earlier this morning.
Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne to open in May
Situated at the meeting point of Spencer and Bourke Streets in the central business district, the 172-room premium hotel promises to indulge and delight guests.
New Zealand to reopen to Australia travellers this month
Jacinda Ardern has confirmed a two-way travel bubble will open with Australia later this month. Residents of both countries will be able to travel without having to quarantine from April 19th.
P&O Cruises delays return until mid-June
Guests with bookings affected by the pause extension are being given “as much notice as possible” to provide them with greater certainty around their holiday plans, the line said.