Ian McIntosh's top 10 travel deals - Northern Territory

It seems Emirates is getting services back to normal despite the war - and Qatar is also more active. I have no idea re Etihad - will keep you posted. Thing is this could all change overnight. Sure you can get flights via Singapore - but they are very expensive. A holiday in our part of the world makes sense right now.

FLIGHT CENTRE suggests it's time to explore the Northern Territory. Imagine swimming in outback waterholes near Alice Springs, standing before Uluru at sunset or exploring the vibrant city of Darwin. Hurry, sale ends 12 April 2026.

Ian McIntosh's top 10 travel deals - Viking India

While some agents are suggesting things are about as tough as covid times as cancellations and changes roll in - carriers flying to Europe via Asia, Qantas included, keep jacking up fares. Petrol stations are currently under the ripoff microscope - but airlines can do what they like it seems.

VIKING has added new sailings of the 15‑day Wonders of India itinerary, available from‌ September‍ 2027 through‌ December‍ 2029. Explore India's Golden Triangle of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, visit nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Taj Mahal and Kaziranga National Park. Book  until‌ 31‍ March‍ 2026‍ and choose your preferred offer valued at up to $5,000 per couple. 

Ian McIntosh's top travel deals - Ponant Charcot

We live in interesting times. Travel insurance companies are saying sorry but can't help if you are stuck somewhere or can't make a cruise because a war is involved. Meanwhile, airlines flying to Europe via Asia are rubbing their hands with glee as they jack up prices daily.

PONANT advises Le Commandant Charcot, the world's only luxury icebreaker, is heading back to the Far North from November this year. Discover the magical landscapes and towns of the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Bothnia in winter. The deal includes a complimentary Helsinki Winter one-night stay (pre or post) valued at up to $2,120pp plus your flight Kemi/Paris or Paris/Kemi and transfer.

Ian McIntosh's top travel deals - Gather Round Footy Festival

Not a lot is happening again, thanks to the red nut's war - but Emirates seems to be slowly climbing back to some sort of normal scheduling. Qatar, who knows? Probably best to go to the footy for a while.

ALL ACCOR is giving you the chance to win a 2026 AFL Gather Round weekend for two. Simply advise your team for a chance to win return domestic flights to Adelaide with Virgin Australia, 10th-12 April plus two nights in your AFL Gather Round Superfan Suite at Peppers Waymouth Adelaide, including breakfast. Deal ends March 16. 

Ian McIntosh's top travel deals - Hong Kong Sevens

Not a lot happening this week - particularly after the cancellation of flights to Europe via the Middle East. Who knows when schedules will get back to normal? 

CATHAY PACIFIC had a great deal for rugby fans. Catch the Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak Stadium from 17 - 19 April 2026, with Flight + Event packages from $1,610 using the code 26R7AU.