Podcast #91: Tools to Make International Travel Easier

International travel is gradually returning to normal, but heading overseas in 2022 still involves some unique challenges. One factor is the current chaos of the global aviation industry, which has largely been caught off guard and is struggling to keep up with demand. This is leading to many flight cancellations and checked bags going missing. Another … Continued

Australia Scraps Digital Passenger Declaration

The Australian government will scrap the requirement for anyone flying to Australia to complete a Digital Passenger Declaration from 6 July 2022. From the same date, all remaining international COVID-19 border restrictions will also be removed. This includes the requirement for visitors to Australia to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Most Australian state & territories have … Continued

Australian State Requirements for Interstate & International Arrivals

Most Australian states and territories have now removed all interstate and international travel requirements, including for unvaccinated travellers. WA was the last to do so, removing the requirement to apply for a G2G Pass to travel to WA on 29 April 2022. Australian states & territories are also now allowing quarantine-free travel from overseas for … Continued

The World’s Safest Countries According to Smartraveller

If you’re looking for a safe destination to enjoy your next overseas holiday, look no further than Fiji – according to the Australian government. Over recent weeks and months, the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) has been updating the travel advice for many of the countries listed on its Smartraveller website. The first … Continued