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03/06/2026

08/03/2026

**Heading to Europe later in 2026? Please be sure to READ the FULL Article Attached** Starting late 2026, 1.4 billion travelers from 59 visa-exempt countries will face new pre-boarding checks under ETIAS, the European Travel Information and Authorisation System.
Required for short-stay visits to 30 European Union nations, ETIAS authorization must be verified by carriers before departure.
Understanding how airlines and ferries check your ETIAS helps avoid last-minute boarding denials, complementing border guard verification upon arrival....

Airlines verify ETIAS authorization at check-in using a secure EU system. Learn how the process works and avoid boarding denials on your next trip.

31/01/2026

For British/UK Dual Citizens - UK Entry Requirements for Dual British Citizens
Latest Update
Date Updated: 22 January 2026
From 25 February 2026, all dual British citizens will need to present either a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement to avoid delays at the border. It is strongly advised that dual British citizens to make sure they have a valid British passport (or certificate of entitlement), to avoid problems like being denied boarding when travelling to the UK from 25 February 2026.
From 26 February 2026 UK Visas and Immigration will start issuing certificates of entitlement in digital format.
See the latest update from the British High Commission >>

21/01/2026

HURRY! We’ve accessed last remaining staterooms on an otherwise sold out cruise!

Cruise 35 nights on Holland America’s Australian Grand Voyage aboard NOORDAM departing Sydney on 15 November 2026!

Journey highlights:
🛳️ Sydney —> Brisbane
🛳️ Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬
🛳️ Cairns (overnight)
🛳️ Townsville
🛳️ Darwin
🛳️ Broome
🛳️ Exmouth
🛳️ Fremantle (for Perth)
🛳️ Albany
🛳️ Adelaide
🛳️ Kangaroo Island
🛳️ Melbourne
🛳️ Phillip Island
🛳️ Hobart (overnight)
🛳️ Port Arthur
🛳️ Return to Sydney

Exclusive Allotment:
Veranda Stateroom - from $13,419pp twin share
Signature Suites - from $18,179pp twin share

This amazing deal is selling out fast! Get in quick and contact Donna to avoid disappointment.

Please email [email protected] today!

Terms & Conditions do apply, subject to availability at time of booking. No ‘holds’, these are priced to sell!

23/12/2025

TRANS PACIFIC CRUISE DEAL!

Crown Princess – Sydney to Los Angeles – 30 Nights – 4 November 2026

Unique URL - https://pro.cruiseco.com.au/swift/cruise/package/1563967--tahiti--hawaii---south-pacific-crossing?siid=197003

Pricing from

Inside Category ID - $4,199pp twin share – Cruiseco Saving $1,234pp

Outside Category OE - $4,219pp twin share – Exclusive Allocation

Balcony Category BD - $5,499pp twin share – Cruiseco Saving $3,343pp

Get in quick, this itinerary is extremely popular. T&C’s do apply and is subject to availability at the time of booking!

Donna Barlow Travel Group

13/11/2025

🚢🌴 NCL’s Black Friday Sale Starts NOW! 🌴🚢

Dreaming of your next getaway? 🌞 For a limited time — until 17 November — you can book your Fabulous Norwegian Cruise and save up to 50% off your cruise fare! 🙌

And that’s not all…
Experience the best value at sea with the return of NCL’s Free at Sea™+, including:
🍹 Unlimited Premium Beverages
🍽️ Specialty Dining Package
🛳️ Shore Excursion Credits
📶 Wi-Fi Package

💥 PLUS — enjoy up to $1,000 Airfare Credit per cabin on select sailings! ✈️

Don’t miss this chance to cruise, sip, dine, and explore for less.
👉 Book online now: https://bit.ly/3WST9ve
📞 Or call me directly to grab your spot before this offer sails away!

07/11/2025

✨ Big News for 2026 Canada Holidays! ✨
Book one of Travelmarvel’s most popular 2026 Canada tours by 13 November 2025, travel exclusively with Air Canada, and your companion will fly for FREE!*
It’s the perfect time to lock in an unforgettable Canadian adventure—spectacular scenery, iconic rail journeys, vibrant cities and so much more.

✅ See all eligible trips below - Prices per person Twin/Double
*Conditions apply.
1. REFLECTIONS OF THE ROCKIES AND ALASKA CRUISE
21 Days Victoria to Vancouver $13,595*
2. ENCHANTING ROCKIES AND ALASKA CRUISE
19 Days Vancouver Return $12,795*
3. PASSAGE THROUGH THE ROCKIES AND ALASKA CRUISE
19 Days Calgary to Vancouver $10,295*
4. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ROCKIES AND ALASKA CRUISE
17 Days Vancouver Return $9,995*
5. ROCKIES MARVEL AND ALASKA CRUISE
15 Days Calgary to Vancouver $8,395*
6. ROCKIES DISCOVERY AND ALASKA CRUISE – SMALL GROUP TOUR
19 Days Calgary to Vancouver $12,395*

Cruise expert Donna Meads-Barlow shares when to visit Alaska and which cruise lines suit Australians best. From Princess to Silversea, UnCruise Adventures and more.

01/11/2025

Dreaming of CANADA in 2026? Now is the moment to turn that dream into an unforgettable journey. For a limited time, when you book one of Travelmarvel’s most sought-after Western Canada & Alaska Cruise tours and fly exclusively with Air Canada, your companion will fly for FREE—an incredible saving on an adventure already packed with breathtaking scenery, iconic rail and cruise experiences, and the signature Travelmarvel value you love. With prices starting from just $8,395* and tours selling fast, this is your chance to explore the Rockies and sail Alaska’s majestic Inside Passage without paying full price for two. If Canada has been calling your name, answer it today—secure your spot by 13 November 2025 and let 2026 be the year you finally experience it. Conditions apply.

14/10/2025

Sharing some of my ALASKA Travel Tips Today. If you're thinking about travelling to Alaska in 2026 or 2027, now is the best time to book! Please reach out if you would like me to design your Alaskan Experience best suited to You!

When is the Best Time to Go to Alaska?

07/10/2025

TRAVELLING TO EUROPE ON OR AFTER 12th OCTOBER THIS YEAR?European Union will begin introducing a new Entry/Exit System (EES) from 12th October 2025

From 12 October 2025, the European Union will begin introducing a new Entry/Exit System (EES) at Schengen borders. This system replaces the manual passport stamping process with a digital record of your entry and exit, including basic details and biometric data (such as fingerprints and a facial image).

If you are a non‑EU/Schengen national travelling to or from the Schengen Area for a short stay (up to 90 days in any 180‑day period), the EES applies to you.

When you first arrive border officers will collect your biometric data (fingerprints and facial scan) along with your passport details. This will be stored securely in the EES database.

On subsequent visits, you will not need to repeat the full process — your data will already be in the system. Your entry/exit will simply be recorded digitally.

EU citizens, Schengen residents, and those holding long‑stay visas or residence permits are not affected.

Please allow extra time for border checks, especially on your first trip after the system goes live.

For more information, please visit the official EU EES information page >> https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/smart-borders/entry-exit-system_en

The Entry/Exit System (EES) will be an automated IT system for registering travelers from third-countries, both short-stay visa holders and visa exempt travelers, each time they cross an EU external border...