Australians are some of the most well-travelled citizens of the world but our passports have been looking a little bare in the last couple of years. It's time to start mapping out your holiday plans for the new year and collecting some stamps! After all this time homebound, you probably have a list of travel ideas longer than your arm but if you're wondering where to travel in 2023 then we have some recommendations for you. From the tropical shores of the Pacific to affordable Asia and the snowy slopes of alpine adventure, TravelOnline has rounded up the top travel destinations for Australians in 2023.
Read moreLong before the invention of airport lounges and long-haul flights, travelling was an adventurous undertaking only attempted by explorers and the brave (or crazy?) few. Now we have the means to wake up in Sydney and fall asleep in New York within a matter of hours, and to do so in comfort. An important aspect of travelling is seeing things that remind us of the way things used to be. It helps bring the pages of the history books to life in a way no classroom ever could. So if you've always wanted to time travel, take a step back in time with these historical holiday destinations.
Read moreSouvenirs have become as much a part of the travel experience as getting your passport stamped. Whether you acquire a treasured memento of a wonderful trip or add a new prize to a vast collection, souvenirs are less about intrinsic value and more symbolic of a greater and more meaningful experience. Derived from the French term for the act of remembering, a souvenir is any collectible object or keepsake purchased and transported home by a traveller as a reminder of their visit. It seems we're eager to hold onto some of the holiday magic when we return home. But what makes a good souvenir and why?
Read moreFiji is a beautiful country known for its equally beautiful people. It has been a big part of our business for well over 20 years and we can't help but feel a connection with the overwhelmingly warm and generous Fijian people. Over the years we have formed a lot of strong relationships which have turned into friendships. It is more than just business to us. We work hard to source great value holiday packages but it is the people of Fiji that make your holiday special and we appreciate them for that. Whilst the last couple of years have been a difficult period for the travel industry, it has been even tougher for Fijians who rely on tourism to help support their families. Which is why it is so important to us to support the locals and give something back.
Read moreWith the rising cost of living, everyone is trying to make their dollar stretch further and perhaps cut back on some of life's little luxuries. However, after being unable to travel for the last couple of years, it seems that's still one thing that we're not willing to sacrifice on any longer. So how can you enjoy the freedom of travel once more, without breaking the bank? From the cheapest flights and most cost-effective accommodation options to saving money on food, drink, transport and everything in between - we've put together our top 12 tips to save money on travel.
Read moreBali has long been a popular holiday destination for Aussie tourists and its resort lifestyle, affordable shopping, dining and spa treatments and vibrant nightlife have been major attractions. However for some Australian holidaymakers, these drawcards have also been seen as drawbacks. If the bustling shores of Bali don't hold the same appeal as other more relaxed destinations, then we have some exciting news for you. The absence of tourism in the last couple of years has seen a unique shift in the atmosphere of a Bali holiday. The pace has slowed down, the crowds have thinned out and the locals have returned a sense of tradition and authenticity to the streets. You've never seen Bali like this before and you're never likely to again. If a Bali holiday has never really been on your radar, then now is the best time to visit!
Read moreAustralia and New Zealand have always had a special relationship, from fierce sporting rivals to allies in major military actions which have shaped the identities of both nations. We share an extraordinary bond, one that we want to continue by supporting our cuzzies across the ditch. Perhaps we have taken their laid back friendship and close proximity for granted all these years, with many of us putting New Zealand on our list of places to visit but never quite making it there. There has never been a better time to get around to it. We take a look at what makes the country so special.
Read moreThere's an old saying that the best revenge is to simply be happy. It seems for Aussie travellers, returning to their 'happy place' in Hawaii is the best way to avenge their lost time in lockdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Pent-up demand as a result of COVID restrictions has seen a strong desire to travel, and Australian holidaymakers have Hawaii set firmly in their sights. So why is Hawaii the new revenge travel holiday hotspot?
Read moreFrom 1 November 2021, fully vaccinated Australian travellers have been able to depart Australia without an exemption. However, this is not a return to the pre-pandemic travel environment. Understandably, many would-be Aussie holidaymakers have been concerned about the impact the pandemic could have on their health and their travel plans. With the revival of the travel insurance industry, Australians desperate for a holiday can now make plans to travel with the peace of mind that they are covered if COVID-19 disrupts their trip.
Read moreEmotional scenes have played out at the airport and in the streets as Fiji welcomed back its first tourists in 20 months. At 11:40am local time Wednesday 1 December, the first Fiji Airways flight FJ914 from Sydney touched down in Nadi, ending 615 days of international border closures for the tourism-dependent nation.
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