Paris-based AccorHotels has changed its company name back to Accor.Accor CEO Sebastien Bazin told investors on the company’s 2018 full-year earnings call that the change was made because Acco…
Le Lapérouse: Ponant’s small ship with big prices on an adventurous maiden voyage
The law of diminishing returns is when the more you pay for something the less you get.At a glance this might also describe to the pricing of cruise fares; the more you pay, the smaller your boat s…
Thailand launches new electronic visa on arrival service
Thailand has launched a new electronic visa on arrival system for international travellers.The service offers travellers a new experience when entering the country at the Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueng…
Staying at the Lodge at Craggy Range, Hawke’s Bay
Jesse Mulligan checks into the Lodge at Craggy Range, Hawke’s Bay.Getting there:Hire a rental car from Napier airport or, if you want to make an impression, arrive via one of the hang gliders…
Fiji Ocean Swim: Diving in at the deep end
Stephanie Holmes completes her first ocean swims with a heart full of pride, and a gold medal.While most sensible New Zealanders spent last winter doing their best to stay warm and dry, I frequentl…
Amadeus expands distribution agreement with Qantas
Amadeus has signed a new distribution agreement with Qantas, Australia’s national carrier, that includes a private channel.The private channel will be known as the Qantas Channel and will com…
Ethical traveller: Exploring indigenous cultures in East Arnhem Land
A remote and rugged visit goes back, way back, writes Alexander Robertson.At a time when parts of the world are experiencing unsustainable tourism, Intrepid Travel is getting back to its roots as i…
Western Australia: Hop on over to Rottnest Island
There are 63 crystal-clear bays, 20 white-sand beaches and 8000-10,000 furry little locals, writes David Skipwith.It’s easy to see how confused early European visitors mistook the quokkas on …
Cruise & Maritime Voyages’ world cruise a relative bargain
Cruise & Maritime Voyages will do a 2020 world cruise that will sail for 120 days roundtrip from London.The Jan. 6–May 5 cruise is priced at $12,699 per person for an interior cabin and $…
Qantas makes A380 order cancellation official
Qantas won’t take eight Airbus A380’s that it has had on order since 2006.The Australian carrier had previously stated its intention not to take delivery of the aircraft, but now has fo…