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Cruise ships are back and carrying COVID. No, it’s not 2020. But here’s what needs to happen next

Weâ€™ve learned much from large COVID outbreaks linked to the Ruby Princess and Diamond Princess cruise ships early in the pandemic. But thereâ€™s still some way to go.

Cruising

Cruise worker shares behind-the-scenes look at cruise ship

If youâ€™ve ever wondered where cruise staff eat or where they stay, this worker has all the answers you need.

Travel Tips

“I am not a villain”: Woman refuses to switch plane seats for a family

When Maresa Friedman booked her first class plane ticket, she didnâ€™t think she would be asked to relocate to make way for a family. She stood her ground and refused, prompting a mixed response online.

Travel Trouble

Drone delivery is a thing now. But how feasible is having it everywhere, and would we even want it?

Adding potentially dozens of small aircraft to the sky above our homes, workplaces and roads each day is a serious business

Travel Trouble

Disabled woman slams Jetstar for “extremely humiliating” treatment

Natalie Curtis was left feeling humiliated after she was forced to crawl down the aisle of the plane to her wheelchair - but her experience is one thatâ€™s all too common.

Domestic Travel

Like father, like son: Man’s sky-high dreams come true

After following in his dadâ€™s footsteps and becoming a pilot, Luke Schembriâ€™s first flight came with a very sweet surprise.

Travel Trouble

Surfers not worried about shark attacks

A global survey of surfer attitudes towards sharks found generally positive views on these apex predators.

Travel Tips

Climate change: the fairest way to tax carbon is to make air travel more expensive

Carbon taxes targeting luxury emissions are more popular than those which make necessities more expensive.

Domestic Travel

Puzzle-cracking Matthew McConaughey fans could win tickets to meet him

The Hollywood legend will be heading Down Under for an exclusive concert next month - but youâ€™ll need to work for the chance to see him.

International Travel

Princess Mary’s adorable 50th birthday wish fulfilled

The Crown Princess made a special birthday wish way back in February â€“ and now visitors to "Mary's Australian Garden" at Copenhagen Zoo will finally see the benefits of her VERY Aussie request

International Travel

Diwali festivals light up the world

The Festival of Lights has seen homes around the world light up with fireworks, fairy lights, lamps and colourful rangoli.

Cruising

Expectation vs reality: Reporters share inside look at what cruises are like now

With a combined 24 days onboard cruise ships, four reporters have shared how their experiences compared to their expectations.

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