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Sun, 02 Jul 2023 05:43:01 +0000

Travel Daily’s Jenny Piper presents “The Chat”, a series of personal conversations with some of the amazing women in the Australian and New Zealand travel industry.

Episode 57: It’s reporting season!

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 03:57:33 +0000

It’s reporting season, so this week we’re unpacking – that time of year when the highs and lows of the last 12 months are laid bare by our publicly listed companies. As you’d expect it makes for some fairly grim reading, but there’s also plenty of positivity around too. Have a listen to catch up!

News on the Fly is your fortnightly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Check out the September issue of travelBulletin here: https://travelbulletin.com.au/?r3d=TravelBulletinSep21#1

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Episode 56: V for Vaccination

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 08:03:14 +0000

With the Delta strain of COVID-19 running rampant, things are looking bleak. But the good news is that means V for Vaccination is on everyone’s lips – so this temporary setback may actually accelerate Australia’s return to the new normal.

Qantas has mandated the jabs for all of its staff
AFTA and CLIA are hoping to ride the wave as they continue to push for industry support and cruising certainty.
Etihad is forecasting a tsunami of demand. Plus more!

News on the Fly is your fortnightly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

For some positive thinking, head to travelbulletin.com.au/articles/industry-news/that-which-does-not-kill-me/ to read Bruce’s latest opinion piece, looking at how this latest outbreak may actually fast-track the return to travel.

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Episode 55: Qantas – the hits just keep coming…

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 02:50:45 +0000

Qantas this week has stood down 2,500 staff while also continuing its onslaught on the distribution sector. ScoMo has laid out a perhaps highly aspirational path to recovery, and there are some indications that cruising for Christmas might be on the agenda.

News on the Fly is your fortnightly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

The August issue of travelBulletin is out now, and in the cover story we’re unpacking the pandemic and the environment. Discussing whether this pause in the industry has been a time for big travel companies to refocus on sustainability. Plus AFTA flags a constitution change and Australia is now coming last in cruise. Read it all in the August issue of travelBulletin available now at travelbulletin.com.au

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Episode 54: A Long time coming

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 07:03:20 +0000

We’re in lockdown, but the world keeps turning. We’ve had the AFTA annual general meeting, and then the highly anticipated announcement of a new CEO. And as well as vaccinations, the Government is putting things in place for a post-COVID world, and some cruise suppliers are looking past our immediate difficulties with optimism about the Australian market.

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Episode 53: Industry faces a big CHOICE

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 00:33:24 +0000

The COVID-19 craziness continues, as the Delta and now Lambda variants wreak havoc – but at last we have a plan from the Government – or at least a plan to develop a plan. Plus, consumer group CHOICE has this week released a major report on the travel sector, urging a number of significant reforms to Australian consumer protection based on the experience of thousands of travel customers through the pandemic. Catch up on it all with the latest pod!

News on the Fly is your fortnightly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is brought to you by travelBulletin. The July issue of travelBulletin is out now, discussing the question ‘To fee or not to fee?’ – should travel agents charge their customers services fees? Read it all in the July issue of travelBulletin at travelbulletin.com.au

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Episode 52: It’s just money AFTA all!

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 09:42:09 +0000

AFTA’s annual report is in, and it is juicy! Plus, the expected extension of the travel and cruise ban has been announced, with no sign of a cruise restart any time soon, and ongoing angst about the travel agent grants program.

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Episode 51: Scomo’s scaremongering

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 03:37:58 +0000

The frustration continues as we continue to call for a border reopening plan, and some sort of plan for a cruise restart. But we’ve seen enthusiasm about domestic business from agents at the Australian Tourism Exchange, and we look into the recent APT tech issues. Have a listen to catch up!

News on the Fly is your fortnightly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Today’s episode is brought to you by travelBulletin. Head to travelbulletin.com.au to read the June edition.

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Episode 49: A swift kick from Qantas

Thu, 20 May 2021 03:11:24 +0000

In this episode News on the Fly looks at the breaking news that Qantas is kicking agents while they’re down, by cutting commission to just 1%. In the past week we’ve also seen AFTA start a search, a burst travel bubble, some financial results which are no surprise to anyone, and some more cruise action overseas. Listen now to catch up!

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Episode 48: A bloody bleak budget

Thu, 13 May 2021 06:54:43 +0000

The Federal budget has been announced and frankly, it’s bloody bleak for the Australia travel industry. Listen in as Bruce and Anna unpack the budget and what it means for the industry. Plus, what is going on with cruising, and TTC opens up its global DMC network.

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is brought to you by travelBulletin. In the May edition of travelBulletin, read about how AFTA Chairman Tom Manwaring has lead the federation through the perfect storm over the last 12 months, and what the future holds for AFTA. Read the May issue online now at travelbulletin.com.au.

Episode 47: Show me the (round 2) money!!

Thu, 06 May 2021 01:01:05 +0000

We finally have a trans-Tasman travel bubble, money is flowing from the second round of the grants program for the travel industry, and there’s lots happening on the cruise front – at least in the rest of the world. There’s a lot going on in travel, so listen to this week’s episode to catch up.

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

What is News on the Fly?

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 02:08:52 +0000

Australian travel industry, we have got your back! Here at Travel Daily, we know how hard the industry has been hurt by the coronavirus pandemic, and that the constantly evolving news cycle can be a lot to keep up with. So in News on the Fly, we wrap up all the highs and lows of the week’s travel industry news, with a weekly interview with Travel Daily’s editor-in-chief, Bruce Piper, to unpack the big news of the week. So join us for the wild ride that is the Australian travel industry.

Episode 46: Some Rudd-y big news

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 01:26:20 +0000

What a fortnight it’s been! We’ve had the shock departure of AFTA CEO Darren Rudd, a two-way Tasman travel bubble announced, a rollercoaster of vaccine disappointments, details of that all-important second tranche of the travel agent grant program, and fears that international travel may be even further away. Catch up on it all with this week’s episode!

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Episode 45: Mad as hell

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:01:48 +0000

We’re as mad as hell and we’re just not going to take it any more. At News on the Fly we try to have a balance between good news and bad news, but that’s been a little bit difficult this week, with a succession of bad news, a mixture of unbelievable government incompetence and just plain ignorance sending us all into despair. So buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride!

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Episode 44: The cliff has arrived

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 02:01:51 +0000

The Australian travel sector is teetering on the brink of an uncertain future, with the highly appreciated JobKeeper scheme ending this weekend. While some lament their imminent demise, others in the industry are putting their best foot forward and looking to a post-COVID world that will definitely look different, but still be full of opportunity. Once again we’ve been following it all on your behalf, so catch up with this week’s podcast.

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News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Episode 43: The shock announcement of Qantas-keeper

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 08:08:48 +0000

There’s not a pot of gold in sight for the rest of the industry but it certainly seems that Alan Joyce has the luck of the Irish. This week, Bruce and Anna unpack the shock announcement of ongoing JobKeeper payments and support for Qantas, and what this means for the rest of the industry. Plus, an increase in consumer confidence, a possible Tasman bubble, and much more.

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

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Episode 42: An announcement at last

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 03:48:24 +0000

It’s been a huge week of news, with the end of JobKeeper rapidly approaching the Government has finally announced its plans to sustain Australia’s travel and tourism industry into the future. Plus, the ACCC has forced APT and Travelmarvel to come to the table on refunds, we’ve seen Intrepid take on a new strategic investor, and AFTA confirm it’s going to be leaner and meaner. Stay up to date with the latest episode!

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is brought to you by travelBulletin. Don’t miss the March issue, featuring an interview with Sarina Bratton about her dive into the deep end of officialdom, and why Fiji should be top of your wishlist. Head to travelbulletin.com.au to read the March edition of travelBulletin.

Episode 41: Three more months

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 06:59:10 +0000

Just when we thought things might be turning around, another three month extension of the travel and cruise ban has just been announced. The last week has continued the industry roller coaster, with no news on support past the end of this month and another popping of the Tasman bubble – but that’s come alongside new domestic cruise announcements and plenty of hope around the vaccine rollout.

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Episode 40: It’s results time!

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:50:55 +0000

The COVID-19 vaccine is finally rolling out in Australia, our major listed travel companies are optimistic about the future, and there’s also some rumour of an imminent announcement about a JobKeeper extension. Are we starting to see the beginning of the end of these dark days in travel?

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is brought to you by travelBulletin. Keep an eye out for the March issue of travelBulletin, coming soon to travelbulletin.com.au.

Episode 39: The rapidly approaching JobKeeper deadline

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 23:27:47 +0000

The deadline for the end of JobKeeper rapidly approaches and the travel sector has been urged to ramp up its lobbying efforts. This week we’ve also seen some Helloworld controversy, some financial results announcements and a bit of cruise industry optimism – for 2023 at least.

News on the Fly is your weekly update of all the latest travel industry news.

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Episode 38: Are things finally looking up?

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 04:05:55 +0000

This week on News on the Fly – We’ve heard some very upbeat predictions from our political leaders, the vaccine is on track and Cruise Weekly’s associate editor, Myles Stedman, shares some insight into the MSC Cruises restart in the Mediterranean.

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This year Travel Daily is continuing our weekly feature showcasing recipes from around the world and we need your help! We’re looking for dishes that use chocolate in the lead up to easter. Whether they are desserts, savoury dishes, snacks or beverages, submit your chocolate recipes from around the world to chocolate@traveldaily.com.au

Episode 37: What’s happening in 2021?

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 04:27:50 +0000

Bruce and Anna are back for another year of News on the Fly, and a lot has changed over the summer break.

In December 2020, things were starting to look up for the travel industry. But six weeks on things look pretty different – episode 37 unpacks what has been going on and Bruce shares a rundown of the state of play for the travel and cruise industries.

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is brought to you by travelBulletin. Authorities around the world have pinned their hopes on vaccines to return life to normal. But can vaccines return travel and tourism to normal? Check out the first issue of travelBulletin for 2021 to find out. Read the February issue of travelBulletin online now at travelbulletin.com.au.

Episode 36: A controversial grant and new cruise protocols

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 03:32:29 +0000

The fine details of the government’s $128 million grant scheme for the travel industry were released earlier this week, and they have some travel agents really seeing red. There’s been a major shift in the home-based travel advisor landscape in Australia, and as cruise lines start to roll out more of their medical protocols for a safe resumption there are some new restrictions that will impact pre-existing conditions. All this and more in the latest episode of News on the Fly.

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is brought to you by the 2020 Travel Daily Cocktail Compendium. This year we started with meatballs and we’re ending with alcohol, with industry partners sponsoring their top tipples which are perfect for a festive celebration. The Travel Daily Cocktail Compendium is now available free of charge online at traveldaily.com.au

Episode 35: A rollercoaster of grants & travel bans

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 01:44:47 +0000

In the 2 weeks since the last episode of News on the Fly, so much has happened! This episode, Bruce and Anna unpack what the government’s $128 million grant means, and the latest on the recently extended travel ban. Check it out now for some clarity on everything that’s been going on.

News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is brought to you by travelBulletin. The final issue for 2020 is out now, featuring an in-depth interview with none other than Skroo Turner from Flight Centre. Read the December issue of travelBulletin online now at travelbulletin.com.au.

Episode 34: A big week for Helloworld

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 01:52:39 +0000

It’s been a big week for Helloworld and this week’s episode of News on the Fly is unpacking everything that has been going on. Including the acquisition of Cruiseco and departure of Andrew Mcfarlane, plus much more.

News on the Fly is your weekly update of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is brought to you by Travel & Cruise Weekly’s Keep Dreaming magazine. Head to travelandcruiseweekly.com.au to keep your customers engaged in travel.

Episode 33: Vaccine hopes and Virgin Australia’s relaunch

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:53:02 +0000

This week on News on the Fly:

COVID-19 vaccine hopes and it’s effect on travel
Virgin Australia’s relaunch
Aurora Expedition’s plans for COVID safe cruising

News on the Fly is your weekly update on all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is brought to you by the Travel Daily Training Academy. The platform allows course content, modules, quizzes and certificates to be generated, allowing travel advisors to build their knowledge and be ready for the recovery when it comes. To have your product or destination featured for a keen audience of travel sellers enquire online at training.traveldaily.com.au

Episode 32: Flight Centre’s optimism

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 04:19:29 +0000

This week on News on the Fly:

Is Flight Centre’s cautious optimism valid?
Tourism Australia recognises travel agents
The CDC pathway to cruise resumption

News on the Fly is your weekly update on all the latest travel industry news.

News on the Fly has now been listened to over 8,000 times! Sponsorship of the podcast is just one of a host of options to get your brand in front of a highly engaged audience of travel resellers. For sponsorship information email advertising@traveldaily.com.au or call 1300 799 220.

Episode 31: A pathway to the return of cruising

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 02:23:58 +0000

Join Bruce and Anna as they discuss the CDC’s lifting of the “No-Sail” ban and what this means for the industry. Plus all the latest on STA Travel and their customers, as well as an update on the long hoped-for rescue package for the travel industry. All this and more in the latest episode of News on the Fly.

News on the Fly is your weekly update on all the latest travel industry news.

This episode of News on the Fly is brought to you by TravelBulletin. The November issue is out now, featuring the annual Million Dollar Club, and exclusive interviews with industry leaders from Webjet, Cover-More, The Travel Corporation and many more! Read it now at travelbulletin.com.au

Episode 30: The resurrection of a familiar brand, a major acquisition, and a rare encounter

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 12:33:25 +0000

This week on News on the Fly:

Qantas Holidays returns
Tramada acquisition by CTM
Bruce chats with Webjet CEO, John Gucsic

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This episode of News on the Fly is brought to you by Travel & Cruise Weekly. Travel & Cruise Weekly publishes a weekly e-magazine called Keep Dreaming to keep your clients inspired. Promotional opportunities are also available, with the fast-growing Keep Dreaming audience of travel agent clientele likely to be the first to start travelling once borders come down. Enquire via advertising@travelandcruiseweekly.com.au

Episode 29: Lobbying efforts & Helloworld’s audited results

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 06:22:39 +0000

This week on News on the Fly:

AFTA’s lobbying efforts come down to the wire
Helloworld has released its audited results
CLIA makes a bid for the hearts and minds of its travel agent members

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

John Gucsic is one of the travel industry’s most controversial CEOs. Next week John has agreed to talk one on one with Travel Daily publisher Bruce Piper in a world first interview being conducted in partnership with The Travel Industry Hub. Registrations are open now for this free, unmissable session taking place at 5pm Sydney time next Wednesday 28th October. Sign up NOW at thetravelindustryhub.com.

Episode 28: Travel insurance, a domestic push, and the latest media battle for cruise

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 12:41:31 +0000

This week on News on the Fly:

Bruce’s discussion with Cover-More Travel Insurance CEO Judith Crompton
A big push for domestic tourism
Unpacking the horrific anti-cruise documentary of last weekend

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

What’s the future of touring in a post-COVID world? How is one of the world’s major suppliers of holidays dealing with these unprecedented times? The Australian industry will have the opportunity to gain some unique insight next week when Travel Daily publisher Bruce Piper interviews Brett Tollman, the global CEO of The Travel Corporation. Tollman will be appearing live from Los Angeles in a Zoom webinar which is free and open to anyone in the industry. Registrations are essential for the session at 11am Sydney time on Wednesday 21st October at thetravelindustryhub.com.

Episode 27: Let’s talk budget.

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 09:51:15 +0000

This week on News on the Fly:

It’s all about the federal budget this week as Bruce and Anna unpack what was announced on Tuesday night
Plus good news for ATAC
CLIA’s big announcement about the future of cruising

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is brought to you by the October CEO conversation series. Every Wednesday throughout October will see Bruce Piper speak to leading CEO’s in the industry in collaboration with the Travel Industry Hub. This Wednesday, 14th October, Bruce will interview Cover-More Travel Insurance CEO Judith Crompton, to discuss the huge issue of travel insurance and the impact of COVID-19. Registration for this unmissable interview is essential – sign up for free at thetravelindustryhub.com

Episode 26: Flight Centre closures, CTM acquisition, Helloworld accounting issues & revised restart timetable

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 06:02:05 +0000

This week on News on the Fly:

Flight Centre closes more stores
Corporate Travel Management has made a major acquisition
Helloworld shares have been suspended over an accounting issue
And there’s a light at the end of the tunnel with a revised timetable for the restart of travel

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is sponsored by the October CEO conversations series, conducted in collaboration with the Travel Industry Hub. Every Wednesday in October will see Bruce Piper speak to leading CEO’s in the industry, starting with Hurtigruten MD Damian Perry on 7th October. Registrations are essential for these unmissable interviews – sign up for free at thetravelindustryhub.com.

Episode 25: AFTA AGM, WA support, CLIA protocols

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 12:12:19 +0000

This week on News on the Fly:

The details of the AFTA AGM
Government support for WA
CLIA protocols, and much more.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is sponsored by the inaugural Travel Daily Awards. Winners will be announced online on the 30th September. Join in on the day by dressing up and having a party. Show us your set up with #TDAwards2020 for your chance to win the best dressed of the day prize. Head to awards.traveldaily.com.au for all the details of the day. Let’s celebrate!

Episode 24: Flight Centre – Flight Centre targets #HOTTEs, Carnival extends suspensions and off loads more ships & final AFTA push

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 12:49:21 +0000

This week on News on the Fly: Flight Centre targets #HOTTEs, Carnival extends suspensions and off loads more ships and a final push for AFTA’s budget submission. Plus Hurtigruten gives up on Victoria, Crooked compass domestic product, and much more!

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is sponsored by the inaugural Travel Daily Awards. After a massive response to the Travel Daily Awards, voting has closed. More than 600 nominations were received, which we whittled down to the finalists and now the winners will be announced online on the 30th September. Keep watching upcoming issues of Travel Daily and Cruise Weekly on how to follow the announcements on the day.

Episode 23: Webjet AFTA board appointment, Celebrity Cruises’ new MD, ongoing border closures

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:20:38 +0000

Another huge week in the Travel Industry:
– Webjet’s Shelley Beasley has been appointed to the AFTA board
– Celebrity Cruises has appointed a new MD
– Ongoing border closures remain front of mind through the industry

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This episode of News on the Fly is brought to you by the 2020 Travel Daily Awards. The finalists have been announced, and voting is now open in the supplier categories. Head to awards.traveldaily.com.au to vote.

The winners will be announced in upcoming issues of Travel Daily, Cruise Weekly and travelBulletin.

BONUS: Interview with CATO Chair Dennis Bunnik

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 06:56:59 +0000

Last week Travel Daily’s Bruce Piper conducted the second in a series of interviews with industry leaders, in collaboration with the Travel Industry Hub. This interview with Dennis Bunnik, Chair of the Council of Australian Tour Operators, or CATO, provided the opportunity for the industry to hear what CATO has been up to from the very start of the coronacrisis.

Discussing CATO’s role in liasing with the ACCC, media advocacy and the controversial discussion paper, listen to all the highlights of this insightful interview in this bonus episode of News on the Fly.

To watch the full interview head to www.thetravelindustryhub.com.

Episode 22: Helloworld 2019/20 results, AFTA industry support package, airline moves & cruise news

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 06:50:15 +0000

This week, Helloworld’s results for 2019/20, AFTA’s industry support package, some big airline moves and the latest updates in cruising.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

The big moment has arrived, with the finalists for the 2020 Travel Daily Awards unveiled today. It’s time to vote for the suppliers who have best supported the industry through the dark times of COVID-19. Vote today at awards.traveldaily.com.au. Voting is open until Monday the 14th of September, and we’ll announce the winners in upcoming issues of Travel Daily, Cruise Weekly, Travel Bulletin and News on the Fly.

BONUS: Interview with AFTA CEO Darren Rudd

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 15:15:46 +0000

Last week Travel Daily’s Bruce Piper conducted the first of a series of interviews with industry leaders, in collaboration with the Travel Industry Hub. This first interview provided the opportunity for the wider industry to engage with AFTA CEO Darren Rudd.

Covering the budget submission, lobbying, Webjet and more, listen to all the highlights of this insightful interview with the first bonus episode of News on the Fly.

To watch the full interview head to www.thetravelindustryhub.com.

Episode 21: Flight Centre plans, cruise pause, CATO discussion paper

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 15:09:44 +0000

Another big week of news as the coronacrisis rolls on – We’ve had Flight Centre announce its plans to transform post-COVID 19, more cruise pauses and a provocative discussion paper released by the Council of Australian tour operators.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Nominations for the Travel Daily awards are now open. Head to awards.traveldaily.com.au to nominate those who have gone above and beyond in these challenging times.

Episode 20: Princess verdict, AFTA update, Travel Daily Awards

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 04:13:33 +0000

Another huge week for the Travel Industry! The latest episode of News on the Fly features the verdict on Ruby Princess and NSW Health, the inside scoop from Bruce’s interview with AFTA CEO Darren Rudd, ongoing industry changes and an announcement about the new Travel Daily Awards.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

The Travel Daily awards honour travel agents and suppliers for their work during COVID-19.Tell us who has gone above and beyond in these challenging times and how they have supported you. Nominate from the 21 August 2020 at awards.traveldaily.com.au

Episode 19: Flight Centre profit warning, Virgin Australia bids, extended cruise pauses & border clampdowns

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 07:53:06 +0000

Another momentous week in travel and cruising. The hits just seem to keep on coming, with a profit warning from Flight Centre, cruising pauses extended and more border clampdowns, plus so much more. Listen to the latest episode to stay up to date.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Hear from newly appointed AFTA CEO Darren Rudd in an exclusive Travel Daily interview in partnership with The Travel Industry Hub next Wednesday at 1pm. To participate in this free Zoom session register your details now at thetravelindustryhub.com

Episode 18: The future of Virgin Australia, border uncertainty & cruise setbacks

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 12:16:48 +0000

We had a break from the podcast last week, but we’re back now to wrap up all the latest travel industry news – and as always in these crazy times there’s certainly been a lot to report on. The new Virgin Australia is taking shape, border uncertainty continues, and there’s been lots of news in cruise too. Listen to catch up on the latest in travel industry news this week.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

Today’s episode of News on the Fly is brought to you by travelBulletin. The August edition is out now, featuring the first in-depth interview with newly appointed AFTA CEO Darren Rudd and his big plans for the industry. Check it out now at travelbulletin.com.au

Episode 17: JobKeeper extension, Qantas 747 farewell, CMV collapse & CLIA update

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 07:24:13 +0000

Well it’s been another week of ups and downs in the travel industry. We’ve seen an extension of the JobKeeper program, the final flight of Qantas’ Queen of the Skies and the sad closure of CMV Cruises.

Plus in other cruise news we’ve had an update from CLIA about new health measures, along with a further extension of the cruising pause.

Listen now for your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

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Episode 16: APT restructure, Helloworld capital raising, cruise line ship sales, and a controversial discussion paper.

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 07:28:36 +0000

It’s been yet another huge week of news. We’ve seen massive announcements from both Helloworld and APT yesterday, Carnival selling ships, and a controversial open letter that was published in Travel Daily. Listen to the latest episode of News on the Fly for all this and more.

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Episode 15: New AFTA CEO’s strategy, cruise giants unite, Rex v. Qantas, and TD turns 26

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 08:31:44 +0000

Don’t miss the latest episode of News on the Fly. This week hear about new AFTA CEO, Darren Rudd’s strategy to advocate for the travel industry. Plus cruise giants uniting for health and safety in the cruise industry, and the ongoing domestic travel spat between Rex and Qantas. All this and more, in this week’s episode!

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Episode 14: AFTA’s new CEO, aviation plans, capital raising & sales, and cruise updates

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 07:04:35 +0000

Well another week has passed, and the good news is that if you’re listening to this you have survived COVID-19 for another seven days! And what a week it’s been, with AFTA’s new CEO hitting the ground running, lots of big airline and cruise news, and the industry battening down the hatches for what looks like an extended shutdown.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

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Episode 13: Qantas announcement, domestic boost, cruising suspension, and industry appointments

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 08:38:52 +0000

Hey podcasters! It’s been another huge week of news (what isn’t in these crazy times). Don’t miss a run through of the massive update from Qantas, changes within the Travel Corporation, an update on cruising suspensions and some good news on the domestic cruise front.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is brought to you by the Travel & Cruise Weekly – keep dreaming. Check out the latest edition at www.travelandcruiseweekly.com.au.

Episode 12: New domestic products, a grim outlook for international travel, and consequences of long-term cruise ban

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 10:18:55 +0000

It’s been a roller-coaster of a week for the Australian travel industry. We’ve had good news with several operators pivoting their offering with some new domestic products – but things continue to look grim for a restart of international travel any time soon, while CLIA is also warning of the consequences of a long-term industry shutdown. Hear this and more with the latest episode of Travel Daily – News on the Fly.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is sponsored by the Travel Daily Training Academy. Head to training.traveldaily.com.au to find out more.

Episode 11: AFTA’s JobKeeper plea, RCL announcement, and travel industry Queen’s Birthday honours

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 10:54:22 +0000

Check out the latest episode of News on the Fly now!

This week hear the inside scoop on AFTA’s final submission to the government, advocating for JobKeeper continuation in the travel and tourism sector. Plus, discussion about Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s latest announcement, plus much more.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is sponsored by the Travel Daily Training Academy. Head to training.traveldaily.com.au to find out more.

Episode 10: Virgin bidding update, cruising COVID plans, hope for hotels, and the future of AFTA.

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 08:43:35 +0000

We’ve made it to double digits, episode 10 of News on the Fly has dropped!

This week hear the latest on the Virgin Australia bidding finalists, Silversea’s Australian plans and updates on COVID safety innovation in the cruise industry. Plus hope for hotels locally, and an update on AFTA since the shock resignation of their CEO.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is sponsored by travelBulletin. The June edition of travelBulletin is out now, head to travelbulletin.com.au to check it out.

Episode 9: Tourism restart timeline, Fly365 developments, CATO and AFTA at work, and another donut ditty

Thu, 28 May 2020 11:22:56 +0000

Don’t miss episode 9 of News on the Fly! This week the team unpack the newly released tourism restart timeline, and some further developments in the Fly365 case. Plus, CATO and AFTA have been hard at work this week, and another donut ditty in the lead up to international donut day next Friday.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is sponsored by Travel & Cruise Weekly – Keep Dreaming. Don’t miss the Ski Special, coming next week! Check it out at www.travelandcruiseweekly.com.au. Plus, find the agent tool kit at traveldaily.com.au in the Agent Zone.

Episode 8: Airlines plan return to service, domestic travel opportunities, cruise progress & another donut ditty.

Thu, 21 May 2020 09:44:41 +0000

Could there be a light at the end of the coronavirus tunnel?

This week on News on the Fly, Bruce and Anna discuss the first glimmer of restrictions easing, with some travel and tourism organisations clearly starting to make plans for the new normal. And while it seems a return to cruising normality might be a bit further off, airlines are rapidly rolling out their plans for a post-COVID world. Plus, new education opportunities with the Travel Daily Training Academy and the week’s best donut ditty, read by Jenny Piper.

Find out more about the Travel Daily Training Academy at training.traveldaily.com.au

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is sponsored by Travel & Cruise Weekly. Don’t miss the latest edition of Travel & Cruise Weekly’s Keep Dreaming! Check it out at www.travelandcruiseweekly.com.au

Plus, find the agent tool kit at traveldaily.com.au in the Agent Zone.

Episode 7: AFTA CEO resigns, cruise news and this week’s best donut ditties!

Thu, 14 May 2020 09:30:53 +0000

It’s been a huge week in the Australian travel industry. Bruce addresses the resignation of AFTA’s CEO, shares some more cruise news, and Jenny Piper shares this week’s best donut ditties! This is an episode not to miss!

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is sponsored by Travel & Cruise Weekly. Don’t miss the latest edition of Travel & Cruise Weekly’s Keep Dreaming! Check it out at www.travelandcruiseweekly.com.au

Plus, find the agent tool kit at traveldaily.com.au in the Agent Zone.

Episode 6: Donut Ditty reveal, Flight Centre fee backflip, Helloworld survival strategy, and further cruise cancellations

Thu, 07 May 2020 13:06:52 +0000

In episode 6 of News on the Fly, Bruce sheds some light on the recent change to Flight Centre’s cancellation and refund policy, Helloworld’s survival strategy, further cruise cancellations and different aviation approaches to the corona-crisis.

Plus don’t miss the big reveal of this week’s best donut ditty, submitted by Lisa Borowick of Travelcall, part of the GoldmanGroup. Listen now to hear her particularly perspicacious prose! Congratulations Lisa!

Episode 5: AFTA debunks media myths, ETG launches corporate division, tourism task-force glimmer of hope.

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:42:09 +0000

This week Bruce Piper shed some light on AFTA’s role in debunking mainstream media myths, ETG’s launch of a new corporate division, and a glimmer of hope the the travel industry with the new tourism re-start taskforce.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is sponsored by travelBulletin. The May edition of travelBulletin will be out next week, covering the vital role that travel agents will play in the re-COVID-ery, and explaining the government stimulus packages that might be available to you. Head to travelbulletin.com.au to check it out.

Episode 4: Virgin Australia administration, ACS into hibernation, keep holding on.

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 11:25:42 +0000

This week on News on the Fly we discuss Virgin Australia going into administration, AFTA’s chargeback scheme going into hibernation, and hanging on for six months until the COVID-19 recovery to take hold.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode of News on the Fly is brought to you by Travel & Cruise Weekly Keep Dreaming.

To see the latest edition visit https://travelandcruiseweekly.com.au/the-second-issue-of-keep-dreaming-is-here/59835/

Plus, don’t miss the agent Keep Dreaming toolkit at https://traveldaily.com.au/content/keep-dreaming-toolkit

Episode 3: Government cruise probe, airline policies, COVID testing and more

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 16:39:41 +0000

We discuss the unprecedented NSW Government Commission of Inquiry into the Ruby Princess, the ever-changing airline waiver policies and some who are getting it right, and Emirates trialling finger prick blood tests for COVID-19. Plus the launch of Travel & Cruise Weekly’s new Keep Dreaming magazine.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is sponsored by Travel & Cruise Weekly. Head to travelandcruiseweekly.com.au to view the very first issue of our new weekly Keep Dreaming magazine for some travel inspiration, out now.

Episode 2: Flight Centre changes, Ensemble leaves Aus, Cruising under fire.

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 11:02:51 +0000

Bruce Piper shares some insight into the dramatic changes within Flight Centre, Ensemble’s departure from Australia, APT taking the government to court, and the continued focus on cruising. Plus, Travel Daily’s answer to keeping clients inspired to travel on the other side of the coronavirus crisis.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is sponsored by Travel & Cruise Weekly. Head to travelandcruiseweekly.com.au to view the Autumn magazine and get some travel inspiration, out now.

Episode 1: COVID-19 and the Australian travel industry

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 11:35:49 +0000

Bruce Piper sheds some light on the impact of COVID-19 on cruising, aviation, and the stock market.

Travel Daily – News on the Fly is your weekly run through of all the latest travel industry news.

This week’s episode is sponsored by travelBulletin. Head to travelbulletin.com.au to view the April edition, out now.

Travel Daily has a new podcast – News on the Fly is coming soon!

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 05:52:00 +0000

We’re launching Travel Daily – News on the Fly, a new podcast complementing our regular newsletters and magazines, so you can keep up to date by listening wherever you find your podcasts.

Watch out for our first episode, coming up soon!