Australian airports have been thrown into chaos as a result of a catastrophic international IT software outage. The disruption affected check-in services and information screens in airports, leading to significant delays. Travellers were left stranded at Sydney Airport, standing in line for flights they were unsure would take off. Know the news with the 7NEWS … Read more
During the six years that I was lucky enough to live in the center of Paris, I learned a lot about the ups and downs that come with being a Parisienne. I would move back in a heartbeat. But I also feel for international visitors who arrive with a romantic vision of beautiful perfection, only … Read more
Italian officials are trying to identify a young woman who was filmed kissing, humping and grinding against a statue of Bacchus, the god of wine and sensuality, in Florence over the weekend. The country’s culture ministry and officials in Florence have expressed their fury over the incident after pictures went viral on social media, with … Read more
An American Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 flight from Los Angeles approaches for landing at Reagan National Airport shortly after an announcement was made by the FAA that the planes were being grounded by the United States in Washington, U.S. March 13, 2019. Joshua Roberts | Reuters Boeing executives spent years after two fatal 737 Max … Read more
A family of nine was charged almost $9000 by their cruise line after they were left stranded at a port because their bus seats were given away. The Gault family were travelling on the Norwegian Encore for a family reunion, with 16 family members on board at a total cost of about $30,000. Nine family … Read more
The iconic Raffles hotel brand announced the opening of Raffles Jaipur on July 8 — the second to open in the Indian subcontinent. The first, Raffles Udaipur, opened in 2021. Both hotels are in Rajasthan, a northwestern Indian state known for its stunning forts and historical palaces, like the Hawa Mahal. Jaipur, the capital city … Read more
Planning your next extended holiday? A trip to Thailand could be on the cards after the holiday destination extended its visa-free entry scheme for Australians. The South-East Asian nation expanded its visa-free travel for Australians from 30 days to 60 days. Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today It comes as the latest … Read more
United Airlines planes at Denver International Airport. Leslie Josephs | CNBC United Airlines‘ second-quarter profit rose more than 20% over last year as strong demand for international travel boosted the carrier’s results, but third-quarter results came in shy of estimates. United said Wednesday that it expects to earn between $2.75 and $3.25 a share on … Read more
A good cabin bag is worth its weight in gold if you’re going on holiday – one that’s guaranteed to fit pretty much any airline’s size allowance is a total lifesaver. It means you can pack for a holiday secure in the knowledge that you won’t be facing any extra charges or surprise bag-check instructions. … Read more
The volcano attraction in front of The Mirage Hotel & Casino erupts on July 16, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Hard Rock International (HRI) will close the resort on July 17, 2024, to begin a construction project to transform the property into the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Guitar Hotel Las Vegas by 2027. … Read more
