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Smartraveller Updates
Cambodia- do not travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia border due to the ongoing armed conflict.
Thailand- ongoing armed conflict along the we now advise do not travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia land border.
Cambodia- do not travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia border due to the ongoing armed conflict.
Thailand- ongoing armed conflict along the we now advise do not travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia land border.
July 28, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Smartraveller Updates
Cambodia- do not travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia border due to the ongoing armed conflict.
Thailand- ongoing armed conflict along the we now advise do not travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia land border.
Cambodia- do not travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia border due to the ongoing armed conflict.
Thailand- ongoing armed conflict along the we now advise do not travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Thailand-Cambodia land border.
Starting July 1, Cuba will accept ONLY the online visa (eVisa) for entry. This new rule replaces previous paper visa processes.
#travelupdates
#travelupdates
May 4, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Starting July 1, Cuba will accept ONLY the online visa (eVisa) for entry. This new rule replaces previous paper visa processes.
#travelupdates
#travelupdates
Virgin Australia - Domestic Name Change Fee Update
For new bookings from 1 April 2025, the name change fee for VA Choice domestic bookings will no longer apply.
Bookings made prior to 31 March, name change fee of $99AUD and $99AUD reissue fee will apply to name changes on Choice fares.
#deptcoupdate
For new bookings from 1 April 2025, the name change fee for VA Choice domestic bookings will no longer apply.
Bookings made prior to 31 March, name change fee of $99AUD and $99AUD reissue fee will apply to name changes on Choice fares.
#deptcoupdate
May 1, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Virgin Australia - Domestic Name Change Fee Update
For new bookings from 1 April 2025, the name change fee for VA Choice domestic bookings will no longer apply.
Bookings made prior to 31 March, name change fee of $99AUD and $99AUD reissue fee will apply to name changes on Choice fares.
#deptcoupdate
For new bookings from 1 April 2025, the name change fee for VA Choice domestic bookings will no longer apply.
Bookings made prior to 31 March, name change fee of $99AUD and $99AUD reissue fee will apply to name changes on Choice fares.
#deptcoupdate
India - Indian authorities have closed the Integrated Check Post at Attari Border (Land border between India and Pakistan in the state of Punjab) with immediate effect
Pakistan - announced the Wagah border crossing is closed until further notice, and cross-border travel is suspended
#travelupdates
Pakistan - announced the Wagah border crossing is closed until further notice, and cross-border travel is suspended
#travelupdates
April 28, 2025 at 11:21 PM
India - Indian authorities have closed the Integrated Check Post at Attari Border (Land border between India and Pakistan in the state of Punjab) with immediate effect
Pakistan - announced the Wagah border crossing is closed until further notice, and cross-border travel is suspended
#travelupdates
Pakistan - announced the Wagah border crossing is closed until further notice, and cross-border travel is suspended
#travelupdates
Thailand - Digital Arrival Card
From 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals entering Thailand must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before arrival. These are mandatory and replace the paper arrivals card. Travellers can register within 3 days of arrival - tdac.immigration.go.th
From 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals entering Thailand must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before arrival. These are mandatory and replace the paper arrivals card. Travellers can register within 3 days of arrival - tdac.immigration.go.th
tdac.immigration.go.th
April 22, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Thailand - Digital Arrival Card
From 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals entering Thailand must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before arrival. These are mandatory and replace the paper arrivals card. Travellers can register within 3 days of arrival - tdac.immigration.go.th
From 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals entering Thailand must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before arrival. These are mandatory and replace the paper arrivals card. Travellers can register within 3 days of arrival - tdac.immigration.go.th
SmartTraveller
Ghana - a curfew is in place from 8pm to 5am covering Walewale and its surrounding areas in the North East Region. You should plan your travel movements to avoid breaking the curfew and follow the directions of local authorities
#travelupdates
Ghana - a curfew is in place from 8pm to 5am covering Walewale and its surrounding areas in the North East Region. You should plan your travel movements to avoid breaking the curfew and follow the directions of local authorities
#travelupdates
April 14, 2025 at 10:58 PM
SmartTraveller
Ghana - a curfew is in place from 8pm to 5am covering Walewale and its surrounding areas in the North East Region. You should plan your travel movements to avoid breaking the curfew and follow the directions of local authorities
#travelupdates
Ghana - a curfew is in place from 8pm to 5am covering Walewale and its surrounding areas in the North East Region. You should plan your travel movements to avoid breaking the curfew and follow the directions of local authorities
#travelupdates
SmartTraveller:
Russia - do not travel due to the dangerous security situation, the impacts of the military conflict with Ukraine and the risk of arbitrary detention or arrest
#travelupdates
Russia - do not travel due to the dangerous security situation, the impacts of the military conflict with Ukraine and the risk of arbitrary detention or arrest
#travelupdates
April 14, 2025 at 10:57 PM
SmartTraveller:
Russia - do not travel due to the dangerous security situation, the impacts of the military conflict with Ukraine and the risk of arbitrary detention or arrest
#travelupdates
Russia - do not travel due to the dangerous security situation, the impacts of the military conflict with Ukraine and the risk of arbitrary detention or arrest
#travelupdates
Important Update for Travelers to Thailand!
Attention all travelers heading to Thailand! Starting 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals arriving in Thailand by air, land, or sea will be required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days of arrival.
#travelupdates
Attention all travelers heading to Thailand! Starting 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals arriving in Thailand by air, land, or sea will be required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days of arrival.
#travelupdates
April 3, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Important Update for Travelers to Thailand!
Attention all travelers heading to Thailand! Starting 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals arriving in Thailand by air, land, or sea will be required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days of arrival.
#travelupdates
Attention all travelers heading to Thailand! Starting 1 May 2025, all non-Thai nationals arriving in Thailand by air, land, or sea will be required to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) within 3 days of arrival.
#travelupdates
Sail through paradise in all-inclusive luxury with Paul Gauguin Cruises, where French Polynesia, the Cook Islands, and Fiji await.
Exclusive - Book before April 30, and enjoy up to $1,900 air credit per person OR $400 air credit plus FREE solo supplement.
Limited availability - Offer PGA49162
Exclusive - Book before April 30, and enjoy up to $1,900 air credit per person OR $400 air credit plus FREE solo supplement.
Limited availability - Offer PGA49162
April 1, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Sail through paradise in all-inclusive luxury with Paul Gauguin Cruises, where French Polynesia, the Cook Islands, and Fiji await.
Exclusive - Book before April 30, and enjoy up to $1,900 air credit per person OR $400 air credit plus FREE solo supplement.
Limited availability - Offer PGA49162
Exclusive - Book before April 30, and enjoy up to $1,900 air credit per person OR $400 air credit plus FREE solo supplement.
Limited availability - Offer PGA49162
Etihad - Reintroduction of Stopover
The popular Abu Dhabi Stopover program which is now available. This offering allows travellers to explore the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi, enjoying a complimentary stay for up to two nights or extended stays at competitive rates.
Contact us for more
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The popular Abu Dhabi Stopover program which is now available. This offering allows travellers to explore the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi, enjoying a complimentary stay for up to two nights or extended stays at competitive rates.
Contact us for more
#travelbonus
April 1, 2025 at 1:28 AM
Etihad - Reintroduction of Stopover
The popular Abu Dhabi Stopover program which is now available. This offering allows travellers to explore the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi, enjoying a complimentary stay for up to two nights or extended stays at competitive rates.
Contact us for more
#travelbonus
The popular Abu Dhabi Stopover program which is now available. This offering allows travellers to explore the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi, enjoying a complimentary stay for up to two nights or extended stays at competitive rates.
Contact us for more
#travelbonus
𝐔𝐊 - 𝐄𝐓𝐀 𝐅𝐞𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞
From 9 April 2025, the United Kingdom electronic travel authorisation (ETA) will increase to GBP16. Everyone travelling needs to get an ETA, including babies and children.
Australian passport holders will require an ETA to travel to and enter the UK.
#travelupdates
From 9 April 2025, the United Kingdom electronic travel authorisation (ETA) will increase to GBP16. Everyone travelling needs to get an ETA, including babies and children.
Australian passport holders will require an ETA to travel to and enter the UK.
#travelupdates
April 1, 2025 at 1:23 AM
𝐔𝐊 - 𝐄𝐓𝐀 𝐅𝐞𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞
From 9 April 2025, the United Kingdom electronic travel authorisation (ETA) will increase to GBP16. Everyone travelling needs to get an ETA, including babies and children.
Australian passport holders will require an ETA to travel to and enter the UK.
#travelupdates
From 9 April 2025, the United Kingdom electronic travel authorisation (ETA) will increase to GBP16. Everyone travelling needs to get an ETA, including babies and children.
Australian passport holders will require an ETA to travel to and enter the UK.
#travelupdates
Brazil Visas - Important Changes
From 10 April 2025, citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States citizens will require a visa to enter Brazil. The current visa exemption process will only remain valid until 9 April 2025.
#TravelUpdates
From 10 April 2025, citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States citizens will require a visa to enter Brazil. The current visa exemption process will only remain valid until 9 April 2025.
#TravelUpdates
March 31, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Brazil Visas - Important Changes
From 10 April 2025, citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States citizens will require a visa to enter Brazil. The current visa exemption process will only remain valid until 9 April 2025.
#TravelUpdates
From 10 April 2025, citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States citizens will require a visa to enter Brazil. The current visa exemption process will only remain valid until 9 April 2025.
#TravelUpdates