INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL

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,…
How Ancestry Travel Could Reshape Global Tourism

How Ancestry Travel Could Reshape Global Tourism

Travel experiences are constantly evolving to adapt to new trends and niches, but the latest area gaining traction is seeing travellers go back to their roots - literally. People are increasingly interested in uncovering their family ancestry and this is now translating into travel, with search demand for ‘DNA travel’ and…
Intrepid Launches New Range Of Premium Family Holidays

Intrepid Launches New Range Of Premium Family Holidays

Meet Intrepid’s new family holidays, now with a Premium upgrade.
Sale Campaign Offers $1,000 Gift Card Bonus

Sale Campaign Offers $1,000 Gift Card Bonus

Bunnik Tours have launched their ‘Europe on Sale’ campaign, with savings of up to $1,500 per couple across a wide range of their best-selling 2027 itineraries. Running alongside the campaign is a new agent incentive designed to reward strong sales performance across the trade network. The tours on offer will be released in…
Watch The Northern Lights In Canada’s Arctic

Watch The Northern Lights In Canada’s Arctic

Adventure World has launched a new seven-night itinerary combining Yellowknife and the remote Blachford Lodge in Canada's Northwest Territories, priced from $9,439 per person. The 'Yellowknife and Blachford Winter Retreat' is designed for travellers seeking a deeper Arctic winter experience. The highlight of the itinerary is Blachford Lodge, an off-grid…
New Itinerary Puts Food At The Heart Of The Journey

New Itinerary Puts Food At The Heart Of The Journey

Vietnam is one of Asia's most compelling destinations for Aussies and a new itinerary from Adventure World makes it easier than ever to experience the country properly, from north to south and bowl to bowl. 'A Taste of Vietnam' is a 10-day journey through Hanoi, Hoi An and Ho Chi…
REVEALED: Aussies Are Cutting Lattes, Not Holidays

REVEALED: Aussies Are Cutting Lattes, Not Holidays

Australians remain firmly committed to overseas travel, with 93 per cent still planning international trips despite rising costs, geopolitical uncertainty and economic pressure. That was the encouraging conclusion from new research by multi-currency travel card provider YouTrip, based on a survey of more than 1,200 Australian residents. The company's inaugural…
Why Young Aussies Are Embracing The ‘Do Nothing’ Holiday

Why Young Aussies Are Embracing The ‘Do Nothing’ Holiday

For years, the ideal holiday was measured by how much you could fit in. More flights, more landmarks, more experiences squeezed into fewer days. But that mindset is shifting, particularly among younger Australians, with 44 per cent now most drawn to slow travel and staying longer in one place. Ben…