This week's top travel deals - Malaysia, Croatia

Quieter week - most early-season travel deals end on March 31.

NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE's current offer is 50% off all cruises plus an airfare credit. Be wary though - premium cabins are rarely involved in these specials.

MALAYSIA AIRLINES has released an online-only special - 15% off flights, plus exclusive perks such as complimentary rebooking, free refunds, customised bookings and child discount. Deal ends on April 2.

CELESTYAL has launched four new 14-night repositioning cruises as part of its winter sun season in the Arabian Gulf. The sailings feature two new countries for the brand, Jordan and Saudi Arabia, and four maiden calls: Aqaba in Jordan, Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, Muscat in Oman and Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt. The itineraries also mark the cruise line's return to Egypt after a two-year break.

PRINCESS CRUISES has announced its highly anticipated 2026-2027 Southeast Asia cruise season, offering travellers an effortless way to explore the vibrant cultures of this region with acclaimed itineraries.

Unforgettable Croatia is offering nearly $800 off per cabin on a seven-night small ship luxury cruise along Croatia's Dalmatian Coast. Departing June 29, 2025, the cruise operates from Dubrovnik to Split and includes calls at Slano/Ston, Mljet National Park, Korcula Island, Vis Island and Hvar. The seven-night voyage is on MS Phoenix, with a maximum of just 38 passengers. Priced from A$4379 per person twin share (down from $4767)

TRAVEL TRADE ONLY:  Looking for a cruise experience with a difference? Coral Expeditions is Australian owned and renowned for its exclusive, intimate expedition cruises to destinations including Australia, the islands of Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, New Guinea, and Micronesia. The ships carry only 120 passengers. For prices contact Sue Francis at the Travel Industry Club.

Remember conditions always apply to these specials. Check airline prices from your capital city. I recommend you use a travel agent - and travel insurance is essential. Finally I make mistakes like all of us. Check websites to confirm details.

This week's top travel deals - USA

Fly from SYD/MEL to LA return from $1189.
IFLY in conjunction with Qantas has released deals on flights across North & South America from Australia's major cities. They include Sydney/Honolulu from $999 return and Syd-Mel/LA from $1189 return.

This week's top travel deals - Tahiti

$1500 flight credit per person on luxury French Polynesia and South Pacific cruises….

PAUL GAUGUIN CRUISES says now is the perfect time to experience the small-ship difference as you island hop through the breathtaking beauty of French Polynesia and the South Pacific.  For a limited time, enjoy a $1,500 flight credit pp on 17 select 2025 and 2026 departures.

This week's top travel deals - Japan Uncovered

Spend 18 days exploring Japan, including flights,  from $13,080

 HELLOWORLD has released an 18-day Japan Uncovered tour, including all meals, transport, sightseeing with expert guides, and flights, starting at $13,080. There is also a 14-night Mediterranean cruise, starting at $5719pp twin share for a balcony cabin. This itinerary starts on October 12.

This week's top travel deals: Japan - Greece

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Seven nights at Japan's famed Hakuba ski region including hotel and lift pass priced from $3445pp.

This week's top travel deals: Air Tahiti Nui

Want to explore the Arctic? Enjoy up to 20% off cabins, $2,350 flight credit, one night pre-cruise accommodation and return charter flights Helsinki/Longyearbyen.

This week's top travel deals: Antarctica

Antarctica's Ross Sea Cruise costs from $35,160pp - after discounts

IFLY HOLIDAYS has a VIRGIN/QATAR AIRWAYS Valentine's Day deal offering companion fares to destinations like Athens, Rome, Malta, and Zurich starting from $1,779pp return. You need to hurry, though—book by February 17.

This week's top travel deals. Always wanted to explore Antarctica?

PONANT's luxury icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot will once again set sail for the Baltic Sea, Scandinavia, and St. Lawrence during the Winter 2026-2027 season. Book one of the 15 new departures aboard this one-of-a-kind ship and save up to 30%.

This week's top travel deals. Australia special rates

Want to explore more of Australia at special rates?

HELLOWORLD has Australia on sale with a large  array of exclusive deals across the country - from city stays to island escapes, beach breaks and self-drive discoveries. 

This week's top travel deals: Northern Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia

Looking for a cheap package holiday to Phuket?



CATHAY PACIFIC invites you to check out its Fly Away sale offers to must-visit cities in Asia and Europe. The deals end on February 10.

This week's top travel deals: Phuket

Looking for a cheap package holiday to Phuket?

CATHAY PACIFIC invites you to check out its Fly Away sale offers to must-visit cities in Asia and Europe. The deals end on February 10.

This week's top travel deals

Turkish Airlines deals are certainly great value - but agents are not happy with the number of flight cancellations - and the lack of customer care - particularly if you are stranded somewhere.
 
Also - some good news for solo travellers.  

This week's top travel deals

According to the latest Amex Air Monitor report, airfares within and from Australia are set to soar in 2025 - domestic for instance up by 13.7% over last year. The collapsing Aussie dollar does not help. So folks, the faster you book, the better the price.

This week's top travel deals

Not much to report this week as everyone heads off for a break.