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Sri Lanka is officially having a moment with Australian travellers, and a major new change to its entry rules is about t...
05/06/2026

Sri Lanka is officially having a moment with Australian travellers, and a major new change to its entry rules is about to make the surging destination even more irresistible.

Aussies can now enter Sri Lanka as a tourist and they won't be charged for their entry paperwork for trips up to 30 days.

Previously, the cost for the 30-day Electronic Travel Authorisation required to enter the country was around $70 per traveller.

For a couple, that's around a $140 saving. What would you use the extra cash for?

✍Sarah Falson
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The airport check-in counter, once the bustling, paper-heavy starting point of every holiday, is fast becoming a relic o...
22/05/2026

The airport check-in counter, once the bustling, paper-heavy starting point of every holiday, is fast becoming a relic of the past.

As airlines introduce new digital check-in features, experts warn not to give up on personal service, as it's still very much needed - particularly when the technology fails.

Are you a fan of digital check-in and self-service bag drop - or do you still appreciate personal assistance?

✍Sarah Falson
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22/05/2026

Explore deputy editor .arora.ink tried Air New Zealand’s new economy bunk beds - are they worth the hype ... and an extra $495?

Read the full article in the link in bio.

It's probably no surprise some Australian holiday destinations are cheaper in winter than summer. But what if we told yo...
15/05/2026

It's probably no surprise some Australian holiday destinations are cheaper in winter than summer. But what if we told you some of our country's greatest regional getaways were actually quite a bit cheaper?

Let's start with the ever-popular Byron Bay, on the North Coast of NSW. Perhaps you've been priced out in summer? Try winter - it's 40 per cent cheaper.

New data from Expedia shows Aussies can save big in the boho-luxe capital if they're prepared to swap the sweaty summer heat for clear skies and crisp mornings - and it's 15 per cent quieter, too.

✍ Sarah Falson
📸 Expedia Group, Visit Victoria, Tourism WA

14/05/2026

Explore Deputy Editor .arora.ink didn’t think this Australian train trip was for him, but everything changed on day 3.

Read about ’s and ’ five-day Riverina rail journey in Explore this weekend, or click the link in bio.

Travellers are being scammed into paying up to $204 for paperwork to enter Bali when they don't have to.Several fake web...
13/05/2026

Travellers are being scammed into paying up to $204 for paperwork to enter Bali when they don't have to.

Several fake websites are currently targeting travellers who are filling out their Indonesia Arrival Card - when it should be free.

The Australian Government's Smartraveller website says: "Only use official government sites, which will include 'go.id' in the website's address."

✍ Sarah Falson
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Roy Morgan has unveiled the winners of its annual Customer Satisfaction Awards, voted by more than 60,000 customers, wit...
08/05/2026

Roy Morgan has unveiled the winners of its annual Customer Satisfaction Awards, voted by more than 60,000 customers, with some surprising results in the travel category.

The Domestic and Regional Airline of the Year award hasn't gone to Qantas or Virgin Australia.

It's gone to small embattled carrier Rex Airlines (Regional Express).

✍ Sarah Falson
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There is an extra step travellers must now complete before visiting one of Australia's most popular Asian holiday destin...
06/05/2026

There is an extra step travellers must now complete before visiting one of Australia's most popular Asian holiday destinations.

Flying to Ho Chi Minh City? Don't miss this new mandatory entry step.

✍ Sarah Falson
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