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.
AIR TAHITI NUI has announced the launch of a nonstop service connecting Papeete and Sydney. The first flight is scheduled for December 15, 2026
WEBJET has the Northern Territory on sale - save up to $175 off flights. Explore Darwin's dining, croc encounters and culture; chase Kakadu's waterfalls; uncover Aboriginal art or head to the Red Centre and Alice Springs. Other deals include Bali one way from $200, Phuket one way $385 and Tokyo return from $1320.
VIKING invites you to set sail on a Danube River voyage from $5,695pp plus your preferred choice offer valued up to $5,000 per couple: Free economy flights (use code FFE25), upgrade to business class with an airfare credit (use code FFB25) or receive a discount off your cruise fare* (use code CRU25).
FROM LAST WEEK:
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.
NESUTO HOTELS is sweetening up Easter with up to 25% off at its properties across Australia and NZ. The sale runs until Thursday 30 April 2025. Nesuto Docklands in Melbourne is priced from $185 per night and Nesuto Parramatta from $180. Kids stay and enjoy free breakfast. To book, visit nesuto.com/easter
JUST YOU, the specialist solo tour operator, has a 13-day tour of the Balkans on sale. Departing June 7, 2026 and priced from $5549, the tour includes 12 nights' accommodation (4-star hotels) and a guaranteed room for each traveller with no single supplement. Have a look here www.justyou.com/au/
FAR EAST INSIDERS members are enjoying SPD100 off stays in Singapore, Malaysia and Japan. Join up here. https://www.fareasthospitality.com/en/insiders-signup
CELESTYAL CRUISES has unveiled its 'Big Savings for a Big Summer' campaign, valid across 100 Mediterranean and Arabian Gulf sailings in 2026 and 2027. The promotion combines savings of up to 50% plus up to €200 onboard credit. Third and fourth guests will also sail free. Conditions apply.
CHINA EASTERN heads back to Adelaide from 21st June 2026. Jump onboard and enjoy free inflight Wi-Fi and non-stop services to Shanghai and beyond, including great connections to Beijing from just $680, London from $962. Flights are on sale now via www.ceair.com. Conditions apply.
AAT KINGS and EVENTS NT have partnered to offer travellers a limited-time air credit delivering savings of up to $1,800 per couple on select Northern Territory Small Group tours.
PONANT invites you to steam south to Antarctica. Unlock your 2026 or 2027 polar expedition now and enjoy up to 30% off with an exclusive bonus.
TRADE ONLY:
Travel Industry Club is pushing a wide range of Asian cruises. Cruising is one of the most effortless and rewarding ways to experience this extraordinary region according to Sur Francis. Deals include Silversea – Tokyo/Seward 30 Apr, 15 nights.
Breakaway Travel Club has published last minute Easter specials including Celebrity Edge 20th April 2026 18 Night Pacific Cruise departing from Sydney and arriving in Honolulu. Don't miss also the Hawaiian Airlines deals.
NRMA Parks and Resorts says the Turtle Sands Nature Resort at Mon Repos in Bundaberg, Queensland has been recognised at the 2025 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, winning the prestigious New Tourism Business category.
Sky Airline is now officially activated in BSP Australia and New Zealand. This enables IATA-accredited travel agents to issue Sky Airline tickets directly via their GDS under BSP, ensuring seamless access to the airline's expanding South American network.
Airlink, Southern Africa's premier airline, has ramped up air services between South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo with the launch of Johannesburg - Kinshasa flights.
BestPrice Travel has expanded into Australia with AVIAREPS as Official Representative. This Indochina travel company offers an extensive range of tours, cruises, hotel bookings, and travel services across Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar.
AVIAREPS, a global leader in aviation, tourism, and hospitality representation with 76 offices in 71 countries worldwide, has been awarded "World's Leading Airline GSA" at the World Travel Awards 2025.
Air Mauritius has confirmed the return to three weekly services between Perth and Mauritius, effective July 2026.
AAT Kings has unveiled its expanded 2026/27 Day Tour collection - broadening its range of short-format guided experiences designed to help travellers experience more of Australia's standout destinations with ease.
French Polynesian cargo cruise line Aranui has updated its 2027 program, with some new island destinations added to the maiden season. Aranoa's 13-day Austral Islands voyages with Rapa are currently 15 per cent off, priced from A$8049pp twin share until May 31.
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. Want to join our mailing list? Send a request to ianmac@travelagentupdate.com. Ian McIntosh is Australia's senior traveller. We have no commercial relationship with any operator.
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.
AIR TAHITI NUI has announced the launch of a nonstop service connecting Papeete and Sydney. The first flight is scheduled for December 15, 2026
WEBJET has the Northern Territory on sale - save up to $175 off flights. Explore Darwin's dining, croc encounters and culture; chase Kakadu's waterfalls; uncover Aboriginal art or head to the Red Centre and Alice Springs. Other deals include Bali one way from $200, Phuket one way $385 and Tokyo return from $1320.
VIKING invites you to set sail on a Danube River voyage from $5,695pp plus your preferred choice offer valued up to $5,000 per couple: Free economy flights (use code FFE25), upgrade to business class with an airfare credit (use code FFB25) or receive a discount off your cruise fare* (use code CRU25).
FROM LAST WEEK:
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.
NESUTO HOTELS is sweetening up Easter with up to 25% off at its properties across Australia and NZ. The sale runs until Thursday 30 April 2025. Nesuto Docklands in Melbourne is priced from $185 per night and Nesuto Parramatta from $180. Kids stay and enjoy free breakfast. To book, visit nesuto.com/easter
JUST YOU, the specialist solo tour operator, has a 13-day tour of the Balkans on sale. Departing June 7, 2026 and priced from $5549, the tour includes 12 nights' accommodation (4-star hotels) and a guaranteed room for each traveller with no single supplement. Have a look here www.justyou.com/au/
FAR EAST INSIDERS members are enjoying SPD100 off stays in Singapore, Malaysia and Japan. Join up here. https://www.fareasthospitality.com/en/insiders-signup
CELESTYAL CRUISES has unveiled its 'Big Savings for a Big Summer' campaign, valid across 100 Mediterranean and Arabian Gulf sailings in 2026 and 2027. The promotion combines savings of up to 50% plus up to €200 onboard credit. Third and fourth guests will also sail free. Conditions apply.
CHINA EASTERN heads back to Adelaide from 21st June 2026. Jump onboard and enjoy free inflight Wi-Fi and non-stop services to Shanghai and beyond, including great connections to Beijing from just $680, London from $962. Flights are on sale now via www.ceair.com. Conditions apply.
AAT KINGS and EVENTS NT have partnered to offer travellers a limited-time air credit delivering savings of up to $1,800 per couple on select Northern Territory Small Group tours.
PONANT invites you to steam south to Antarctica. Unlock your 2026 or 2027 polar expedition now and enjoy up to 30% off with an exclusive bonus.
TRADE ONLY:
Travel Industry Club is pushing a wide range of Asian cruises. Cruising is one of the most effortless and rewarding ways to experience this extraordinary region according to Sur Francis. Deals include Silversea – Tokyo/Seward 30 Apr, 15 nights.
Breakaway Travel Club has published last minute Easter specials including Celebrity Edge 20th April 2026 18 Night Pacific Cruise departing from Sydney and arriving in Honolulu. Don't miss also the Hawaiian Airlines deals.
NRMA Parks and Resorts says the Turtle Sands Nature Resort at Mon Repos in Bundaberg, Queensland has been recognised at the 2025 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, winning the prestigious New Tourism Business category.
Sky Airline is now officially activated in BSP Australia and New Zealand. This enables IATA-accredited travel agents to issue Sky Airline tickets directly via their GDS under BSP, ensuring seamless access to the airline's expanding South American network.
Airlink, Southern Africa's premier airline, has ramped up air services between South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo with the launch of Johannesburg - Kinshasa flights.
BestPrice Travel has expanded into Australia with AVIAREPS as Official Representative. This Indochina travel company offers an extensive range of tours, cruises, hotel bookings, and travel services across Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, and Myanmar.
AVIAREPS, a global leader in aviation, tourism, and hospitality representation with 76 offices in 71 countries worldwide, has been awarded "World's Leading Airline GSA" at the World Travel Awards 2025.
Air Mauritius has confirmed the return to three weekly services between Perth and Mauritius, effective July 2026.
AAT Kings has unveiled its expanded 2026/27 Day Tour collection - broadening its range of short-format guided experiences designed to help travellers experience more of Australia's standout destinations with ease.
French Polynesian cargo cruise line Aranui has updated its 2027 program, with some new island destinations added to the maiden season. Aranoa's 13-day Austral Islands voyages with Rapa are currently 15 per cent off, priced from A$8049pp twin share until May 31.
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. Want to join our mailing list? Send a request to ianmac@travelagentupdate.com. Ian McIntosh is Australia's senior traveller. We have no commercial relationship with any operator.
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