Emirates and Marriott will open the world’s first Ritz-Carlton Lodge in Australia’s Wolgan Valley by mid-2026.
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Qantas Airways pilots receive one of the industry’s most attractive sets of perks, which are listed below.
Finnair (AY) will add Melbourne (MEL) to its long-haul network in October 2026, operating a daily service via Bangkok (BKK) from Helsinki (HEL).
Australia raises passport fees again, with CPI linked increases and details on costs, rankings, and application timing.
Qantas (QF) has launched its next-generation Airbus A321XLR into service from Brisbane Airport (BNE), and the aircraft will begin operating daily return services between Brisbane and Sydney (SYD), bringing enhanced capacity and efficiency.
Cathay Pacific (CX) has resumed its seasonal link between Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Adelaide (ADL), restoring a direct connection that supports both leisure and business travel.
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Air New Zealand (NZ) has resumed its seasonal Hobart service for the fifth consecutive summer, adding more than 25,000 extra seats to meet the steady rise in trans-Tasman demand.
There’s something magical about the first light of day. The calm air, the soft colours spreading across the sky, and that quiet moment before the world fully wakes up — a sunrise can turn any trip into something unforgettable.