So you've made it through Christmas and now you're gearing up for a big New Year's Eve where you'll make resolutions that are always harder to stick to than you think. According to research by global information and data company Neilsen, 28% of people resolve to enjoy life to the fullest while 14% promise themselves they'll travel more in the new year. So whether you're looking for the next big thing in travel or just want to know which destinations will be trendiest, we've put together out hit predictions in our travel trend forecast for 2017.
Read moreWhile Pantone are releasing their colour of the year for 2017 (Greenery 15-0343 in case you missed it) and the Oxford Dictionary have released the 2016 word of the year (Post-truth? Really?) we've put together some of the most popular travel trends in the last 12 months. While buzzwords abound, there's also some interesting trends emerging. Our top 5 travel trends of 2016 spell good news for tech-savvy travellers but some not-so-good news for selfie-loving tourists.
Read moreNoosa is renowned as a picturesque seaside holiday destination famous for its golden beaches and the boutique shopping and 'eat street' of Hastings Street. A consistently popular holiday destination for families, Noosa is becoming increasing popular with couples after an easy and affordable romantic getaway.
Read moreThailand holidays are tropical, warm and humid practically all year round although seasonal changes do occur throughout the north and south. Thailand's climate is characterised by high temperatures, high levels of humidity and plenty of sunny days, except during the monsoon when the majority of rainfall occurs.
Read moreSpas are becoming one of Fiji's fastest growing areas of the tourism and hospitality industry. A boom industry, spas are becoming essential to the global travel stage of Fiji's many attractions. Renowned as a destination of peace and relaxation, Fiji's spas are targeting guests from around the world with quality treatments that cover the wellness and beauty expectations of the island's increasing inbound tourism figures.
Read moreAny high school aged Australian knows the term schoolies, in fact, if they're within a couple of years of graduating they're probably already on the count down. But what has primarily been a traditional celebration on Queensland's Gold Coast is now spreading to other beach holiday hot spots, including Bali. Renowned as an incredibly affordable overseas holiday destination, Bali schoolies is becoming increasingly attractive for Australian high school leavers wanting to celebrate their graduation before beginning uni or full time employment.
Read moreForget Tinder, the new way to find love is at a live event according to recent research by Eventbrite, a self-service ticketing platform. The survey found that 49% of respondents had met their 'significant other' at a live event, with almost 50% of all those surveyed reporting finding love at a festival. 4% of survey respondents had gone on to exchange vows with partners they had met at an event. So whether you're into music festivals or sporting spectacles, it seems live events are the right place to look for love and with Queensland offering over 100 of the country's best live events, your chances of finding a match are much higher than simply swiping right.
Read moreThe future of travel is (almost) here. It has the potential to rock the travel industry to its core and will change the way we travel forever. Hypersonic travel is set to revolutionise global air travel and could see flights from Sydney to London taking just two hours, shaving a huge 21 hours off this famously long journey. It’s huge news and an incredible advance in aviation, an industry which has come a long way in Australia since the first flight from Sydney all the way back in 1920. We take a look back on the evolution of flights and airlines in Australia to see just how far we’ve come.
Read moreIt’s that time of year again. The days are getting longer, the weather is getting warmer and you’re starting to daydream about your summer holidays. After working hard all year, you’ve got just enough left in the tank to get you through Christmas and then it’s time to recharge your batteries. Time off in summer means time out with the family, away from sleepovers and sporting commitments. Family holidays mean swimming in the ocean, sun kissed skin, salt water dried in your hair and eating mangoes by the tray. So, how do you afford a holiday without breaking the bank? Read on.
Read moreFiji holidays boast some of the world's best diving. After all, it's not known as the 'soft coral capital of the world' for nothing. Fiji's sunny weather, warm waters, superb visibility and abundant marine life provide some of the most incredible scuba diving conditions on the planet. From spectacularly colourful coral reefs to mysterious sea caves and grottoes and the curious tropical fish, Fiji is a diving paradise. The crystal clear waters of Fiji are an underwater wonderland that are also home to large oceanic species including tuna and sharks making Fiji diving a truly unforgettable experience.
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