Airlines weather the storm as profits half but passenger demand holds strong
Middle East conflict and fuel price surge reshape the 2026 global aviation outlook he global airline industry is facing its most severe profitability squeeze since the COVID-19 pandemic, with the […]
When Travel Dreams Unravel: What the AVG Travels collapse really tells us
The collapse of Melbourne-based tour operator AVG Travels has left hundreds of Australians and New Zealanders scrambling for refunds, answers, and in some cases, a flight home from the wrong […]
Sri Lanka announces visa-free entry for Kiwis
Sri Lanka has officially announced visa-free entry facility for citizens of 40 countries, including New Zealand. Effective from 25 May, no visa fees will be charged for eligible travellers from […]
European air connectivity flatlines as IATA demands urgent reform
European air connectivity has effectively stalled, with the International Air Transport Association reporting just one per cent growth in the continent’s route network in 2025. According to IATA data, 1,127 […]
oneworld hits 14 airlines at Heathrow
The oneworld alliance has expanded its presence at London Heathrow to 14 member airlines, following Alaska Airlines’ inaugural non-stop service to Seattle. For NZ-based advisors, the significance lies in what […]
Brand USA expands ‘America the Beautiful’ platform to build traveller confidence
Brand USA has announced a major expansion of its America the Beautiful brand platform, launching two new initiatives aimed at strengthening international travel demand and addressing confusion around entry requirements […]
Auckland puts gateway strength on show as TRENZ 2026 returns to the city
Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is preparing to welcome New Zealand’s tourism industry and global travel trade this week, as TRENZ 2026 returns to the city for the first time in nearly […]
Australian Federal budget blindsides travel industry With departure tax hike
The Australian Federal Government has blindsided the travel industry with a $10 hike to the Passenger Movement Charge, raising the departure tax levied on every person leaving Australia by air […]
Travel is outpacing the Global Economy. Here is what it means for New Zealand advisors
The numbers are striking. Global travel and tourism is forecast to contribute $12 trillion to the world economy in 2026, accounting for 9.9 per cent of global GDP and growing […]
Dubai establishes formal aviation consumer rights framework
The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority has launched a structured directive governing passenger protections and complaint resolution, a development that carries practical consequences for travel advisors operating in one of the […]
