Thailand's $470 alcohol fines hit tourist hotspots
Australian travellers heading to Thailand face hefty new fines as alcohol restrictions expand to major tourist hotspots including beaches, parks, and temples.
Category : Tourism
De Bernales Pub Returns: Kalgoorlie Icon Reopens 2025
The iconic De Bernales pub and restaurant in Kalgoorlie's CBD is undergoing a multi-million dollar transformation, promising to restore its former glory while creating dozens of local jobs when it reopens next year.
Cairns-Whitsundays flights return after COVID hiatus
East Air has triumphantly restored direct flights between Cairns and the Whitsundays, reconnecting two of Queensland's most spectacular tropical destinations after a lengthy COVID-induced suspension.
Perth's pickpocket plague targets tourists in CBD
Exclusive investigation reveals organised pickpocket gangs are plaguing Perth's CBD, with tourists becoming prime targets in sophisticated theft operations across the city.
Scotland's Remote North East: Discover the Big Five
Escape to Scotland's breathtakingly remote North East coast where majestic marine mammals and soaring seabirds create unforgettable wildlife encounters just waiting to be discovered.
Cruise season returns to Cairns and Port Douglas
Tropical North Queensland is gearing up for a bumper cruise season with P&O Cruises Australia and Carnival Cruise Line vessels scheduled to make multiple calls to Cairns and Port Douglas, bringing thousands of visitors to the region's iconic destinations.
Scotchmans Hill Winery plans $12m luxury accommodation
Geelong's acclaimed Scotchmans Hill winery is transforming its Drysdale estate with a $12 million luxury accommodation development, featuring 16 premium villas and enhanced visitor facilities set to elevate the Bellarine Peninsula's tourism appeal.
Aussie's Guide to Walking England's Thames Path
From London's urban buzz to the Cotswolds' chocolate-box villages, follow one Aussie traveller's journey along England's iconic Thames Path walking trail.
Perth Travel Guide: Best Places to Stay & Explore
Discover the best places to stay, eat, and explore in Perth with our comprehensive local's guide to Western Australia's vibrant capital city.
Broken Hill's Billion-Year Secret: Australia's Ancient Gem
Discover why this NSW outback mining town is becoming Australia's hottest geological tourism destination with its epic 1.4 billion-year-old rock formations and Hollywood-worthy landscapes.
Bali's Methanol Danger: Tourist Death Warning
Australian travellers are being warned about Bali's hidden killer after research reveals the island has the world's highest rate of tourist deaths from methanol poisoning in drinks.
$28m Huntlee motel and tavern expansion proposed
A major $28 million development proposal for Huntlee could bring a 60-room motel, family-friendly tavern, and bottle shop to the growing Lower Hunter community, creating jobs and boosting tourism.
Townsville's MyHoliday2 Wins Top Travel Award
A little-known Townsville travel platform has beaten household names to win a prestigious national travel award, proving local innovation can compete with industry giants.
Sports Event Axed: Visitor Levy Debate Ignites in FNQ
The cancellation of a significant sporting competition in Cairns has turbocharged discussions about implementing a tourist tax to boost Far North Queensland's event funding and infrastructure.
Elderly tourist dies after being left alone on Lizard Island
A dream holiday turns to tragedy as 74-year-old Suzanne Rees from Victoria dies after being left behind during a Lizard Island tour in Far North Queensland, sparking investigations into tour operator responsibilities.
Leeuwin tall ship returns to Fremantle after crash repairs
The iconic tall ship STS Leeuwin has made an emotional homecoming to Fremantle Port following extensive repairs from a catastrophic collision that left her badly damaged.
Cruise passenger left behind on island sparks outrage
Exclusive details emerge after a cruise ship passenger was abandoned on a remote Queensland island, sparking industry-wide safety reviews and passenger outrage.
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