The modern-day travel scammer isn’t a petty thief, it’s your telco

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 3, 2026

More than 20 years after falling for a scam on my first trip to Asia, I was stung again – but the tale isn’t nearly so adventurous.

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Crystal Ski adds eight new European resorts for Winter 2026/27

Nov 3, 2026

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Crystal Ski, the UK’s leading ski package holiday provider, has added eight resorts across France, Italy, Andorra, Sweden and Austria for Winter 2026/27. From family-friendly destinations and traditional mountain towns to lesser-known alpine gems, the expanded programme gives customers more ways to enjoy a winter escape. Alongside skiing and snowboarding for a range of abilities, the new resorts offer experience including thermal spas, snowshoeing, ice skating and relaxed après ski in local cafés and wine bars.

CHTA REAFFIRMS OPPOSITION TO BOOKING.COM COMMISSIONS ON GOVERNMENT-IMPOSED TAXES

Nov 3, 2026

CHTA REAFFIRMS OPPOSITION TO BOOKING.COM COMMISSIONS ON GOVERNMENT-IMPOSED TAXES

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Meet Jason Turkish, Haley Stevens’ fiancé embroiled in Senate storm

Nov 3, 2026

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Plaza Premium to Open Sydney Airport Domestic Lounge in December

Nov 3, 2026

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Iceland unveils major 2026 innovations and wellness experiences at World Travel Market

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Icelandic travel operators and tourism leaders have announced a major wave of new products, venue launches, and strategic trade offerings for 2026, offering a national shift toward year-round travel, immersive wellness, and sustainable adventure.

Jackie Chan has directed his first Italian opera. Did the action star crush it?

Nov 3, 2026

Jackie Chan has directed his first Italian opera. Did the action star crush it?

Can a global kung fu superstar famous for death-defying stunts and slapstick humour direct a grand Italian opera? When it was announced that Jackie Chan would direct Turandot for this centenary Sino-Italian production of Giacomo Puccini’s final masterpiece, many in the classical music world were understandably sceptical. Yet, Chan’s first opera production proves that his cinematic flair is a remarkably natural fit for the beloved masterpiece set in ancient China. Premiering in Guangzhou in May...

Europe's most expensive Christmas markets - with £22 entry fees, £16.50 for a single potato and 'rip off' Birmingham's £12.50 beer

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Europe's most expensive Christmas markets - with £22 entry fees, £16.50 for a single potato and 'rip off' Birmingham's £12.50 beer

It's a Christmas horror story like no other - your beer costs £12, festive treats set you back extortionate amounts and bratworst is £9: these are the priciest Yuletide markets on the continent.

I'm Always Trying To Cram Too Much Into My Suitcase — Until My Friend's Travel Hack Blew My Mind

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Ottawa wants us all to have emergency supplies for 3 days. The good news is, that number hasn't changed

Nov 3, 2026

Ottawa wants us all to have emergency supplies for 3 days. The good news is, that number hasn't changed

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