Did you miss this week's must-read travel industry news and views? Read on for our recap of the 10 most-read stories.

#10. Record entries: Luxperience 2024 Luxe Award winners revealed

Celebrating the best in the luxury travel industry for 2024. Read all about it.

#9. Move over Chris Hemsworth: The real stars of Australia's tourism

Tourism Australia’s latest campaign spotlights local industry heroes. Read all about it.

#8. This popular city named worst for pickpockets & scam artists

Where in the world should travellers be extra wary? Read all about it.

#7. Cruise ship review exclusive: Explora I by Explora Journeys

Luxury advisor Robyn Sinfield sampled the suite life in the Mediterranean. Read all about it.

#6. How Australians are helping sustainable travel in Japan: JNTO

Regional room nights have surged, thanks to Aussie bookings. Read all about it.

#5. US airline could join a long list of carriers to go bust in 2024

Spirit is on the brink of bankruptcy. Read all about it.

#4. Etihad Airways & Virgin Australia to end codeshare in 2025

Never fear, EY aims to up its Australian routes next year. Read all about it.

#3. Goldman Group unveils 2025 plans at biennial conference

Latest from the third-generation, family-owned travel group. Read all about it.

#2. LATAM takes off again from Sydney to Santiago

Direct flights resume with four-times-weekly services. Read all about it.

#1. Virgin charts Qatar partnership, long-haul return & IPO path

CEO Jane Hrdlicka’s comprehensive update on VA's strategic direction. Read all about it.

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