INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL

‘Curious’ Australians Targeted As World’s Oldest Travel Brand Returns

‘Curious’ Australians Targeted As World’s Oldest Travel Brand Returns

Cox & Kings is back in the Australian market and its new custodians are betting on curious, premium clients who don’t necessarily need five-star frills. Speaking to Traveltalk, Sue Haberle, VP Sales & Partnerships at Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group, said the brand’s future in Australia will hinge on winning a…
REVEALED: Aussies Are Choosing Asia Over Europe

REVEALED: Aussies Are Choosing Asia Over Europe

Australians are increasingly turning to Asia over long-haul Europe trips this winter, according to a new travel survey. Holafly's 2026 Summer Travel and eSIM Report reveals Asian destinations feature in six of the top 10 spots that Aussies are heading to between June and August. Conducted in May with more…
Savings Dropped On September Solo Tours

Savings Dropped On September Solo Tours

Solo tour operator Just You is offering savings on a range of European tours departing in September, including journeys through Spain, Croatia and Turkiye. The eight-day 'Walking the Camino de Santiago' tour, departing September 2, saves $200 and is now priced from $5,149. The walking tour follows the Pilgrim's Road…
Grab A Discount On Popular Rail Pass

Grab A Discount On Popular Rail Pass

International Rail is offering travel agents a 15% discount on the popular Eurail Global Pass, giving clients access to rail travel across 33 European countries. Agents can secure discounted passes until June 30, with travellers able to activate their pass anytime up to May 2027. This creates a strong opportunity…
Climb One Of The World’s Most Beautiful Peaks

Climb One Of The World’s Most Beautiful Peaks

World Expeditions has launched a new mountaineering challenge, taking guests to a peak described as one of the most beautiful mountains on Earth. The 18-day expedition is to the 5,947-metre Alpamayo in the Cordillera Blanca in Peru. It is renowned for its near-perfect pyramid shape and dramatic fluted ice face.…
How To Get Deeper Into Asia & Africa

How To Get Deeper Into Asia & Africa

Globus has expanded its Asia and Africa line up with a range of new itineraries available to book now for 2027 and 2028 departures. The new additions span destinations across both regions, from Japan and South Korea to Sri Lanka and East Africa, including several new Small Group Discovery itineraries. Johanna Raeder, Head…
Travellers are booking North Africa again. Here’s why

Travellers are booking North Africa again. Here’s why

Travel to North Africa is bouncing back after a challenging start to the year, when flight disruptions and regional uncertainty led many travellers to put their plans on hold. But while headlines continue to focus on conflict in the broader region, demand for North Africa is returning as travellers are…
Why Travel To The Arctic? Five Reasons The Far North Is Having A Moment

Why Travel To The Arctic? Five Reasons The Far North Is Having A Moment

The Arctic has shifted from a once in a lifetime ambition to one of the most talked about regions in expedition travel. Travellers who have already done the Mediterranean summer or crossed Antarctica off the list are now looking north for something quieter, wilder and more elemental. The appeal is…
5 Top Spots For Family-Friendly Getaways

5 Top Spots For Family-Friendly Getaways

Aussie families planning holidays with toddlers and young children are always on the lookout for accommodations that cater to their needs. Digital travel platform Agoda has identified the top five destinations in Asia where families can find hotels equipped with kids' clubs, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable stay. Kids' clubs at…
Three Perfect Days In West Hollywood

Three Perfect Days In West Hollywood

Here’s how to eat, drink, shop & explore in LA’s most vibrant area.
What’s Your Hotel Routine?

What’s Your Hotel Routine?

Do you plump your pillows or bounce on the bed? New research shows Aussies are turning into high-maintenance hotel sleepers.
My Journey Of Discovery Into The Valley Of Desolation

My Journey Of Discovery Into The Valley Of Desolation

Traveltalk’s Jon Underwood visits one of the oldest towns in South Africa – a place dripping in history and home to one of the country’s greatest natural phenomenon.
No Help Needed In New Beatles-Inspired Campaign

No Help Needed In New Beatles-Inspired Campaign

Explore Worldwide has launched its 'Here Comes the Sun' campaign to drive shoulder season bookings across a curated selection of its most popular worldwide tours. The campaign takes a playful nod to The Beatles' back catalogue, with each hero trip matched to a legendary song. Running until June 22, the campaign features discounted…
Taiwan: A Land With So Much To Discover

Taiwan: A Land With So Much To Discover

Nick Agnew, Global Air Product Manager at WendyWu Tours, reviews a recent famil to Taiwan.
Get On Track For Rail Savings

Get On Track For Rail Savings

Railbookers are helping Australian travellers save even more on their next holiday with the company's current Airfare Credit sale. Running from now through June 13, guests who book any journey of seven or more nights will receive a $500 per couple credit. “We’re excited to pass along this extra savings to…
Sale Offers Up To 30% Off Hundreds Of Trips

Sale Offers Up To 30% Off Hundreds Of Trips

Intrepid Travel has launched its latest sale with hundreds of small-group adventures including its top 50 bestselling trips discounted by up to 20 per cent and select departures leaving soon reduced by up to 30 per cent. The sale runs until June 22, covering trips departing between June 15 and…
EXCLUSIVE: The Article Every Travel Agent Should Read

EXCLUSIVE: The Article Every Travel Agent Should Read

While travel has traditionally been a key part of how Australians spend and reset, new data suggests a growing divide between those who can still afford to travel and those who are effectively priced out of it altogether.
Beyond The Bucket List: My Trip To Canada’s High Arctic

Beyond The Bucket List: My Trip To Canada’s High Arctic

A chance encounter at a trade show leads Travetalk's Jenny Evans to undertake the adventure of a lifetime.
Be Inspired To Delve Deeper Into Japan

Be Inspired To Delve Deeper Into Japan

Inspiring Vacations has just launched a new set of Japan tours for travellers keen to look beyond the usual routes and explore more of the country’s regional areas. Japan has long been a favourite among Australian travellers with a record one million Australians visiting Japan in 2025 (Japan National Tourism…
Africa Without the Crowds: The Rise Of The Quiet Luxury Safari

Africa Without the Crowds: The Rise Of The Quiet Luxury Safari

An Australian specialist on Africa says demand is shifting toward low-density, experience-led safari travel defined by privacy, pace and authenticity. Safari Guru is highlighting the growing appeal of the “quiet luxury safari”, with travellers seeking meaning immersion rather than visible opulence. That is translating into stronger interest in intimate camps,…