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Headline News

What’s the Valneva Covid-19 vaccine, the French shot that’s supposed to be ‘variant proof’?

A Covid-19 vaccine from French company Valneva has yet to complete clinical trials. But it has caught the eye of governments in the UK, Europe, and Australia. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Headline News

• Caravan maker must pay $75,000 for misleading a consumer

• Are Investors Confident of ASX-Listed Travel Stocks Recovery?

• Rex urges ACCC to investigate QANTAS not giving refunds

• Here we go again! – its Wednesday, it's hump day and you are halfway to the end of the week and gin time…and your third opportunity to win your very own bottle of amazing Australian premium Never Never gin!

Aviation News

SAS starts new route from Luleå to London

SAS will introduce a seasonal route with non-stop flights from Luleå to London, Heathrow, starting December 17, 2021, to March 21, 2022. Flights will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays, and it will be the only direct link between Luleå and the UK.  … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Aviation

• Vaccine rollout, pent up travel demand, robust digital transformation underscores AirAsia’s bright future

• American Revamps Amenity Kits with Brands Rooted in Thoughtful Design and Creativity

Business News

The budget goes for growth, but borders need to open sooner

This Budget delivers on jobs and makes critical social investments, but more will need to be done to sustain strong growth while international borders remain closed, says the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA). … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Business News

• Targeted Federal support for Australian tourism still critical due to closed borders.

• Big AFTA presence in Canberra for Budget

Cruise News

Deadly cruise restart silence in Australia, while US CDC gets tougher on the crew and guest vaccinations

While Australian cruising continues to wallow in the dark, with deadly silence and no tangible information regarding the restart of even domestic cruising in Australia emerging from any government or even industry body, CLIA, as part of Phases 2B and 3 of the Conditional Sailing Order (CSO), the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) in the USA has recommended all port personnel and cruise travelers, including passengers and crews, get a coronavirus vaccine when available. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Cruise News

• Holland America’s new Rotterdam passes sea trials

• P&O Cruises Australia takes guests on Pacific Explorer’s inaugural virtual cruise

• Royal Caribbean re-starts hiring Indian crew.

• Holland America Line’s New Rotterdam Successfully Sails Through Sea Trials in Italy

Cruise Deals

Viking deal of the Week – 20 days through Israel, Egypt, and Jordan

Viking is offering travelers the chance to explore more with combined cruise and land touring extensions creating remarkable packages at incredible prices. … Continue Reading

Latest News under Category: Cruise Deals

• Katarina Line Launches Cruise Season With Fleet-Wide Promotions That Include 20% Off on All 2021 Cruises and Solo Traveler Discounts

• Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express’ Suites for Your Sweet & Bonus Savings – Book exclusively through Creative Cruising