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China and India will lead regional growth, fuelled by a rebound in tourism and the expanding middle classes, says IATA. Photo: Xinhua
Mainland China

China-led Asia-Pacific lifts global aviation outlook as profits set to soar

Passenger demand from China and India, eased visa rules and freight resilience drive growth as IATA forecasts record airline profits in 2026.

China travel

491,000 Japan-bound air tickets cancelled as China warns people to avoid travel

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Fashion

How to pack light and avoid lost or delayed baggage this summer

China travel

‘I felt cheated’: China fliers balk at tenfold surge in fuel surcharge

As oil prices head skyward, some fuel surcharges on flights in China are now nearly as much as the base fare of the flight itself, and thrifty travellers are seeking alternative transport to save money.

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Fuel surcharges for domestic flights in mainland China have increased tenfold since February as oil prices have been rapidly rising globally. Photo: EPA-EFE
Fuel surcharges for domestic flights in mainland China have increased tenfold since February as oil prices have been rapidly rising globally. Photo: EPA-EFE
Singapore

Singapore aims to be Asia’s busiest airport as Hong Kong delays easing travel curbs

Singapore was among the first in Asia to ease travel restrictions by establishing vaccinated travel lanes, while travel in Hong Kong has slowed to a trickle.

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Travel Safety

8 secret safety features you didn’t know existed on an aeroplane

What do Nasa, William Shatner and night flights have in common? They all play a part in avoiding air travel mishaps

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Coronavirus pandemic

How to stay healthy on flights amid the coronavirus epidemic

As Covid-19 continues to spread, here are 12 expert tips from medical professionals to help you avoid catching an infectious disease

Odds are your flight won't be this empty, so take these precautions to say safe.
Odds are your flight won't be this empty, so take these precautions to say safe.
Travel Advice for Millennials

10 tips to avoid getting sick when travelling on a flight

Travel Destinations

The 9 hottest international destinations of the last decade: Australia, Peru and beyond

Whether they were inspired by Game of Thrones to visit Dubrovnik, or following Barack Obama to Vietnam for the perfect noodles, travellers made these countries the places to be over the last 10 years.

Travel Advice for Millennials

How to avoid losing expiring airline miles – no flying necessary

Keep those valuable frequent flier points, but don’t become a miles millionaire

Who knows what your airmiles could do for you!

Combine your travel with tree planting and help tackle the climate crisis

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Trees need protecting for the health of the planet, as well as the safety of its biodiversity. Photo: Volcanoes Safaris
Trees need protecting for the health of the planet, as well as the safety of its biodiversity. Photo: Volcanoes Safaris
Travel Destinations

The best bookstores in London for every interest and budget

The British capital is the centre of the English-speaking literary world, and its selection of unique places to buy books is befitting a city of such a status

Travel Advice for Millennials

The best way to deal with laundry emergencies when you travel

Read this before you leave home and your dirty clothes should be less of a problem while on holiday.

Travel Destinations

The best arts and crafts classes for travellers

Do more with your next overseas holiday, and learn a new DIY skill from traditional artisans.

Learn to throw pots or myriad other things on your next vacation
Travel Destinations

Dubrovnik has so much more to offer than Game of Thrones fandom thrills

Sure, it was the location for the capital of Westeros, but the fascinating capital of Croatia has far more going on once you’ve had your fandom thrills.

The town of Dubrovnik in Croatia has become a tourist Mecca since it featured as King's Landing in Game of Thrones
The town of Dubrovnik in Croatia has become a tourist Mecca since it featured as King's Landing in Game of Thrones
Halloween

Behaviour matters when it comes to dark tourism

Travel Advice for Millennials

6 things flight attendants want to tell you but can’t

These airline staff share some secrets that will make their lives easier, which in turn means a smoother journey for you

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Want to travel to Europe? Autumn is the best time to visit

Quite apart from better weather and fewer tourists, you’re likely to get a better deal on airfares

European cities like Rome have a certain added charm as autumn arrives.
European cities like Rome have a certain added charm as autumn arrives.
Travel news and advice

7 tips for solo travel inspired by a trip to Tokyo

Travel news and advice

7 tips and tricks to help you stay safe and travel smart the next time you go abroad

Going on holiday overseas can be an enriching and super fun experience, but you still need to put your safety first.

Travel news and advice

11 travel hacks to keep you organised and stress-free on vacation

Make your holiday a breeze with these tips and tricks so you can focus on exploring new places and making unforgettable memories.

11 travel hacks to keep you organised and stress-free on vacation
Travel Advice for Millennials

How to avoid jet lag – or at least make it a less debilitating part of your travel

Follow these simple rules, and you’ll avoid the dreaded post-trip, zombie-like state
Follow these simple rules, and you’ll avoid the dreaded post-trip, zombie-like state
Travel news and advice

Your travel plans may have to change: 6 tourist destinations, from beaches to Everest, closing

Mass tourism has damaged some of the world’s most popular sites, forcing them to close to travellers temporarily

Travel news and advice

9 essential travel apps you need to download before you leave home

Make sure you're fully prepared for any eventuality by making sure these apps are on your phone before you head off on vacation.

Travel Advice for Millennials

How to pack a suitcase like a pro: the six secrets to travelling light

If you're that person who can wear the same pair of jeans for two weeks in a row, but needs three options for each day of a holiday, these tips are for you.

How to pack a suitcase like a pro: the six secrets to travelling light
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