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Monday, 2 June 2025

This week's top travel deals: Viking Paris




VIKING is highlighting the magical city of Paris - you can now enjoy the city of love on eight of the company's river journeys. Book before‌ 30‍ June‍ 2025‌ to save up to $4,800 per couple. There are plenty of other deals - the 8-day Danube Waltz journey from Budapest to Passau or vice versa is priced from $3,095 pp in a Veranda Stateroom, with savings of up to $5,400 per couple on select October to November 2025 sailings. Remember no kids - no casinos - no inside cabins.

TAUCK's  2026 extensive portfolio of North American land tours is worth a look - it includes three new journeys through the American West along with new itineraries in Mexico, Alaska and Nova Scotia. The Wild West family adventure is priced from $9990pp double occupancy. 

ACCOR has released a number of member only deals - Save up to 25% on your next adventure of two nights or more across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Book by 31 July, for stays until 30 September 2025. Three night stays in Europe also attract a similar discount and there are Fairmont Hotels & Resorts specials as well.

AIR NEW ZEALAND does offer premium economy - and I rate it highly. Melbourne to Auckland fares for instance are now from $623 one way.

THAI AIRWAYS is celebrating its 65th year by elevating travel in every dimension. The popular carrier will introduce the new Airbus A321neo by late 2025 and Royal Orchid Plus members will enjoy free wi fi.

CATHAY PACIFIC is coming back to Adelaide which is great news - even if it is just three services a week from November to March. Premium economy passengers - this means you can fly all the way to Europe in more comfort. The Singapore Airlines A350-900 from Adelaide sadly does not offer premium configuration. Special Cathay launch fares to multiple destinations around the world include Tokyo - economy class, return from $88; London - premium economy return from $4009 and Paris - business class return from $6709. The latter is real value.

REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES is offering up to 50% on select 2025/6 voyages - destinations include the Caribbean, Alaska, Asia and Europe. Reserve your suite by 30 June 2025. This is a super luxury cruise operator.

TRAVEL TRADE ONLY:  The Travel Industry Club has released updated Oceania Cruises rates. Explore more than 100 industry-only specials including 30 new offers. Details Sue Francis.

Breakaway Travel Club has released HX Expeditions industry rates but availability is limited. There is a huge range to choose from including Seaward to Vancouver. Get your warm clothes on folks.

Interline Travel is also featuring expedition rates, Oceania deals in $A and super deals on Seabourn.

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. Got a travel problem? Send us details. Ianmac@travelagentupdate.com