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Seven guests of the Warwick Resort on Fiji's Coral Coast, including at least four Australians, were hospitalised in an alleged mass poisoning incident after they fell ill after drinking from the resort bar on Saturday night.

Urgent warning for travellers after mass poisoning

The Australian government travel advice website, Smartraveller, has issued an urgent warning after another mass drink-poisoning incident struck down Aussies abroad.

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Have you ever wondered why travellers are asked to put their phones on aeroplane mode while flying and what happens if you don’t?

Pilot reveals real reason aeroplane mode is so important

Have you ever wondered why travellers are asked to put their phones on aeroplane mode while flying and what happens if you don’t?

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Airports and airlines are preparing for record passenger numbers these holidays, with delays possible at our two biggest airports. 

More than 10 million travellers warned ahead of Christmas period

Australia’s two biggest airports are warning travellers to expect delays with a record number of passengers expected to pass through their doors this festive season.

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Jetstar has launched a massive Christmas sale, slashing flights to as low as $35.

Bargain travel from $35 in Jetstar’s massive Christmas sale

The sale on domestic and international flights ends just before midnight on Sunday.

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A global travel warning will soon be issued telling Jewish people to reconsider travel to Australia.

Global warning for Jewish people against travel to Australia

One of the world’s most prominent Jewish human rights organisations is preparing to issue a global warning against travel to Australia following an arson terror attack on a synagogue.

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Marion Bamforth, Sue Morris, Carol Ansbro and Mary Helliwell had this photograph taken when they were on holiday in Torquay more than 50 years ago.

Four friends posed for a photo on vacation in 1972. More than 50 years later, they recreated it

They’ve been by each other’s sides as they’ve carved out careers, fallen in love, brought up families and gone through heartbreak and grief. Now they have gone back to where the bond was forged.

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Aussie travellers have been warned about a danger along one of the most popular coastal stretches in Bali.

Bali authorities issue warning to travellers over danger

Aussie travellers have been warned about a danger along one of the most popular coastal stretches in Bali.

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The packed VietJet flight encountered a problem on its way to Ho Chi Minh City which caused the plane’s altitude to drop.

Plane turns back after technical issue causes sudden drop

Flight data showed the Airbus A330’s altitude dropping slightly before making a U-turn and flying back towards Victoria.

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A Qantas jet has been turned around mid-air due to mechanical issues.

Qantas flight turned around: ‘Priority landing’ requested

A Qantas flight has been given ‘priority’ landing credentials after the pilot requested they return to Los Angeles following mechanical issues.

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British lawyer Simone White was one of six tourists who died in a suspected mass poisoning in Laos.

Mum of Laos poisoning victim makes desperate plea

The mother of a British lawyer who died in an alleged mass methanol poisoning in Laos has revealed the "horrendous" journey she made to be at her bedside.

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The Tianti or Sky Ladder stretches 168m from one clifftop to another, some 1500m above the ground.

Scary new attraction takes tourists 1500m in the air

The Sky Ladder is not recommended for anyone with a fear of heights.

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The 10 best cruise lines for the money, according to experts and travellers, have been revealed.

Experts reveal the 10 luxury cruise lines worth the money

Thinking about going on a cruise for your next holiday? Here are the best options, according to experts and travellers.

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Smartraveller has issued an urgent warning to Australians after a mass methanol poisoning.

‘Australians should avoid’: Urgent warning for travellers

Smartraveller has issued urgent updated travel advice for a popular Australian tourist destination amid ‘serious safety concerns’ and multiple deaths.

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