The number of Aussies heading overseas without recommended vaccinations has more than doubled over the past seven years, according to research released by vaccine manufacturer Sanofi Pasteur. With the colder Continue reading
Aussie travellers are getting fewer cases of malaria, but drug-resistant malaria is a growing threat… The number of Australians picking up malaria in their travels has halved in the past decade, according to Continue reading
Not sure about travelling with toddlers in tow? Nervous about holidaying with temperamental teenagers? It’s all about choosing the right sort of trip. What makes for a happy holiday with Continue reading
When it comes to volunteering, it’s not about what makes you feel good. That’s the underlying message of a new set of guidelines for the burgeoning voluntourism industry, in which Continue reading
With Egypt’s presidential elections over, tour operators are hoping travel to the Middle East will finally start to recover. Travellers have been continuing to avoid the region for more than a Continue reading
Travel to Mauritius will take a hit when the national carrier withdraws its services next month. Air Mauritius will stop direct flights to Sydney at the end of next month, making it harder for travellers Continue reading
By now you’ve probably seen at least one list of what will be the “hottest” travel destinations for 2012. Each year travel companies and publishers trip over themselves trying to Continue reading
The medical director of Travelvax Australia, Dr Ed Bajrovic, says a meningococcal meningitis vaccine just released in Australia will protect a broader range of travellers against the disease. The vaccine, Menactra, is Continue reading
Thinking through the logistics of hosting and accommodating 11 people for Christmas this year, it’s easy to understand why many others are planning an escape. Whether it’s the lure of Continue reading
The strong Aussie dollar has continued to drive down the cost of hotel rooms in overseas destinations while prices in Australia are rising significantly, according to the latest Hotels.com Hotel Continue reading
