Travel News (Issue 90)

Lord Howe Island announced in Lonely Planet’s Top 10

Lonely Planet has announced Lord Howe Island as one of the world’s Top 10 regions in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2020. The crescent-shaped island promises an array of activities from snorkelling on the coral reef, hand-feeding fish on Ned’s beach and many more. This World Heritage-Listed beauty is only less than 2 hours away by flight from Sydney or Brisbane

Scoot announced its decision to scrap payment processing fees to “offer customers even greater value”. Effective from late September, customers can be assured that they will not be charged extra for both global and local payment methods.

 

Etihad and Air Arabia Partner to Launch New Lost-Cost Carrier 

Low-cost Gulf Carrier, Air Arabia together with Etihad Airways will be launching Abu Dhabi’s first low-cost carrier. As the capital’s first low-cost carrier, the new service will cater to the growing demand for more affordable travel in the region.