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Monday, July 19, 2021

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Headline News

England, France, Australia differ wildly on Covid strategies

Today is “Freedom Day” in England when the country does away with all of its compulsory coronavirus restrictions; while across the Channel, France has taken a very different approach – and in Australia, still, largely unvaccinated, states lockdown and close borders as the highly infectious Delta variant of Covid stalks the land. … Continue Reading

Pax Feared For Lives During American Airlines Security Incident

Passengers aboard an American Airlines flight to Miami experienced a bizarre security incident on Thursday night with passengers admitting they were scared for their lives after an out-of-control passenger was allegedly arrested. … Continue Reading

Ever wondered what being repatriated home is like? Check it out with Jorge Echevarria!

I suppose really that it is relatively easy for us sitting at home in comfort, not to have to give too much thought to what it is like having to go through repatriation home to Australia, … Continue Reading

CLIA CEO Katz shock says that the Australian Federal Government has made no progress to restart cruising.

In a statement regarding the Canadian Government announced that cruising in Canada would restart in November 2021, CLIA Managing Director Australasia Joel Katz says in what is reported to be a shock and disappointment to many in the cruise sector, that the Australian Government has made no progress towards establishing a framework for future cruise operations, … Continue Reading

World’s largest sailing ship Golden Horizon sailing as Dover arrest speedily resolved

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With unconfirmed reports from the UK on Friday saying that Golden Horizon, the world’s largest sailing ship had been arrested in Dover, England, Global Travel Media can confirm she is now back sailing. … Continue Reading

Another unbelievable COVID-19 bungle – Aussie Astra Zeneca vaccine not approved in Europe

It is hard to imagine how much more bungling there could be in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, especially and largely by the Federal Government, but this one takes the cake. … Continue Reading

Australia Will Soon Trial Home Quarantine

Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced a home quarantine trial in South Australia for fully vaccinated travellers, which he said could pave the way for Australians to be allowed to leave and return. … Continue Reading

Aviation News

First Kiwi flight lands on Sunshine Coast Airport’s new runway – Air New Zealand launched year-round service

Air New Zealand’s direct service between Sunshine Coast and Auckland began today as part of the recommencement of quarantine-free ‘Trans-Tasman bubble arrangements between New Zealand and Queensland. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Aviation

• Air France launches “Ready to Fly”, a pre-travel health document verification service

• Airbus to showcase the A350-1000 for the first time in Russia during the MAKS 2021 International Aerospace Show

• Lufthansa Group’s Point-to-Point Airline, Eurowings, Optimizes Flight Operations with OpenText

• Austrian.com with a new booking platform focusing on more flexibility

Cruise News

Second Viking for Australia

Viking Cruises has confirmed that in addition to its Viking Orion, Viking Cruises’ new Viking Mars will operate in Australian waters in 2022/23. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Cruise News

• Genting officers and crew complete covid-19 vaccinations in Hong Kong

• Australia left isolated as Canada joins cruise revival

• Australian Cruise Industry Suppliers Say Canada’s Move To Rescind

Cruise Ship Ban A Model For Local Cruising Highlighting Need For Restart Plan Here

• Carnival Glory Latest Ship to be Adorned with New Red, White, and Blue Hull Design

Visit USA News

Make A Splash On Your Next Tennessee Adventure

As summertime heats up, make a splash on your next Tennessee adventure, and dive into the state’s abundant waterways with endless water-filled activities. … Continue Reading