On June 12, 2025, tragedy struck just moments after takeoff when Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route to London Gatwick, crashed into a building in Ahmedabad, India. The aircraft, carrying 242 passengers and crew, slammed into the B.J. Medical College; 241 lives were lost on board, along with at least 28 […]

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There’s one thing I’ll never understand about modern travel: why people still cling-wrap their luggage like they’re smuggling state secrets.Every time I see a suitcase shrink-wrapped in fluorescent plastic, it feels like we’ve stepped back into 2004. The entire practice reminds me of one moment in Australian cultural history that refuses to die: the Schapelle […]

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Let’s be honest: United Airlines has long been the punchline of the aviation world. The airline you book when you’re short on options, short on legs, and maybe short on self-worth. But somehow, in 2025, United has pulled off a miracle. A business class upgrade so good it could make even the most loyal Qatar […]

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It’s easy to roll your eyes at the excesses of business class: the lie-flat beds, the wine pairings, the sliding doors that make you feel like you’ve finally escaped the crying baby in 17C. But behind the curtain (literally and figuratively), these premium seats have quietly driven innovation that’s now woven into your everyday life. […]

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Let’s get one thing straight: if you’re only ever going to fly business class once in your life, don’t waste it on a ‘pretty good’ experience. Don’t settle for slightly better legroom, a flimsy sleep mask, or a recliner that barely reclines. Do your research and listen to me.You want something that feels like a […]

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You don’t fly Qantas First Class for the flash; you fly it for the feeling. There’s no gold-plated bling like Emirates, no closing doors or onboard showers. But what you do get is something rarer: space, silence, and the kind of service that makes you feel like the only person onboard. That, and a fillet […]

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As airlines compete to gain premium travellers with flat-bed seats and premium cocktails, Singapore Airlines has taken luxury air travel to an entirely new altitude. Air France impresses with its La Première suite’s 3.5 square meters of personal space, but Singapore Airlines has gone all-in on turning long flights into luxurious five-star experiences in the […]

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Human curiosity has always caused us to explore different lands such as climbing the tallest peaks, diving into the deepest oceans or jet-setting across continents. But now, the ultimate travel destination is not about to be some hidden island or remote jungle. Iat’s about to be space.What once was confined to astronauts and science fiction […]

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Aerospace leaders have long been at the vanguard of innovation, from flying mansions that are ultra-luxurious to private jets that are the epitome of palatial comfort. But now Boeing, the world’s leading aerospace manufacturer, is forging new territory with a top-secret military program that has the potential to revolutionise contemporary warfare.While Boeing weathered the severe […]

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Airlines have long experimented with first-class cabin designs, with some fading into obscurity and others setting new benchmarks. But now, Air France has gone all in with its latest La Première suite which is designed to attract even the most selective travellers.The first-class cabin has a sophisticated grey and red-accented interior and offers an unparalleled […]

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When thinking of luxurious overwater villas, destinations like the Maldives or Bora Bora usually come to mind. However, surprisingly Saudi Arabia has also emerged in the luxury tourism scene with the Shebara resort. This unexpected development is making waves with its ultra-modern, spaceship-style villas that promise to change the meaning of luxury hospitality.Saudi Arabia is […]

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Uber was once the gold standard for ridesharing in Australia, convenient, reliable, and often cheaper than taxis. Lately, however, as a rider, the cracks in its system have become impossible to ignore. From a sometime unreliable pre-booking service to unreliable drivers, Uber is making it harder and harder to justify using the platform. Worse still, […]

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In an era when major transportation hubs struggle with overwhelming traffic, building new airports should be a safe bet, right? Well, not quite. Spain’s Ciudad Real Central Airport was a privately built aviation hub that was supposed to ease congestion at Madrid’s main airport.Instead, it was one of the biggest infrastructure flops in aviation history […]

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In the early days of air travel, its exclusivity bred glamour. Rarely would you see travellers climbing aboard the early passenger jets decked out in anything but a suit with shirt and tie or a dinner dress befitting of the occasion. A lot has changed, with casual comfort being the priority for flyers today. But […]

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Travel represents one of life’s greatest pleasures — exploring majestic mountains, unwinding on sun-kissed beaches, or exploring vast mountain ranges around the world. Most travellers book hotels based on a balance of comfort and budget. But then there’s a level of hospitality reserved just for the billionaires, where a single night’s stay costs more than […]

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Air travel has a knack for producing weird and unexpected experiences, ranging from lost baggage, strange passenger requests, or even someone losing their lifetime first-class ticket mid-flight. But for an Australian couple, a dream holiday in Venice turned into a terrifying and unforgettable experience when they were forced to share their plane seat with a […]

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Flight attendants have to deal with all sorts of passenger requests. Now, some have taken to the internet to recount some of the more amusing and obscure requests they’ve received. For those accustomed to air travel, arriving sane at your destination turns on an ability to deal with body odour, dodge a cold war over shared […]

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The pointy end is full of terrors. From the crippling pressure to make the most of it to being driven mad by your valet’s attention, first-class can (sometimes) be more stressful than business.Unless you’re flying Air France, however, in which case passengers will – apparently – do anything to avoid the airline’s “abysmal” business class offering.Enter: […]

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For years, commercial airlines have actively discouraged people from partaking in the infamous Mile High Club activity. Indeed, those caught attempting a mid-air rendezvous could face bans or fines. But now, one California-based company is turning this aerial fantasy into reality.Magical Adventure Balloon Rides is offering couples a chance to join the club in a […]

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It’s been over two decades since the last commercial flight was taken by the Concorde, a ‘supersonic’ passenger aircraft that flew faster than the speed of sound. But if recent developments are anything to go by, the world is racing back into the high-speed skies at, well, supersonic speed, and we may soon be surrounded […]

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Airbus may have pulled the plug on its A380 production back in 2021, but the double-decker “superjumbo” will remain a fixture of global aviation for many years yet… and with it comes the thrill of first-class travel done right. A New Kind of In-Flight LuxuryWhen this colossal aircraft first took flight, it opened the floodgates […]

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In the 1980s, American Airlines came up with a plan to boost its struggling finances: sell a lifetime first-class ticket called the AAirPass for a cool $250,000 (c. A$400,000). Steven Rothstein jumped at the idea and even forked extra for a companion pass, letting him bring a friend along free of charge and first class, […]

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Turbulence is increasingly common and never fun. Tracker site Turbli has just revealed the world’s most turbulent flight routes so you don’t have to find out firsthand. It turns out that mountain winds and powerful jet streams are the ultimate recipe for an unsettling ride… 2024’s Bumpiest FlightsSourcing its data from the National Oceanic and […]

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Emmanuel Nwude Odinigwe, better known as the “Owelle of Abagana,” orchestrated an elaborate scam, selling a non-existent airport for an astounding $375 million AUD ($242 million USD). We’ve covered some pretty wild travel stories in our time here at DMARGE — from the disappearing plane to the man that urinated all over business class — […]

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Emirates has dialled up its Melbourne—Dubai route to a total of three daily flights, swapping out the Melbourne—Singapore—Dubai journey for a direct overnight trek from Tullamarine to the Gulf. Sadly, this has come at the retirement of the short hop between Melbourne and Singapore — a tragic outcome for points-hounds everywhere — but in its […]

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Air India gets a bad rep, maligned by many for its less-than-immaculate cleanliness and customer service records. However, the airline is set to elevate its premium offerings — and give its street cred a much-needed polish — with the introduction of revamped first-class suites on its forthcoming Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 777X aircraft. This move […]

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A now former Alaska Airlines flight attendant, recently identified as San Francisco native Nelle Diala, is seeking financial support through a GoFundMe campaign after being dismissed from her job for posting a viral twerk video on TikTok. In her own words, the 15-second clip that was filmed at 6am on a Boeing 737 while she […]

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With launch planned for mid-2025, Riyadh Air is readying itself to become Saudi Arabia’s new flag carrier, hoping to reach over 100 destinations by 2030. Led by CEO Tony Douglas, the airline promises a state-of-the-art fleet, cutting-edge cabins, and routes that could turn Riyadh into a global hub. Here’s what’s on the horizon for this […]

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There’s nothing worse than being delayed or missing your flight altogether, but what if you just couldn’t land? Today, somewhere over Poland, a Wizz Air flight circled no less than 27 times before finally landing at its destination of Krakow. Having taken off from a nearby city, Katowice, the Airbus A321 airliner bound for Krakow […]

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Qantas’ new group boarding policy made waves when first announced earlier this year. Designed to make the boarding process faster, smoother, and ultimately fairer, our first hands-on experience with the new system during our Christmas travels proved that Australia’s biggest airline isn’t mucking around. Qantas’ Christmas CrackdownReading about these changes in the news media is […]

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Passengers aboard an American Airlines flight from Dallas, Texas, to Minneapolis, Minnesota, had the unfortunate experience of having to dodge a sudden flood of water in the cabin which, after some equally unpleasant investigation, was revealed to have originated in a plane bathroom. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the incident quickly went viral thanks to its unusual circumstances […]

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Budget carrier Frontier Airlines has made headlines today with its new ‘GoWild!’ pass, a quintessentially American all-you-can-fly offer that, the airline claims, provides travellers with unparalleled flexibility and affordability. Priced at an enticing $299 USD for the first year, the pass allows for unlimited flights within the United States, the Caribbean, Mexico, and Latin America […]

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Qantas and Virgin Australia have decent frequent flyer programmes, and many are members of both. If you buy the marketing spin, your life will get so much better after signing up. It probably won’t, but joining one is an avenue to free flights. Behind the hype, which of Australia’s two top frequent flyer programmes offers […]

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Hong Kong’s national carrier, Cathay Pacific, has found itself at the centre of an increasingly common censorship controversy after an in-flight episode of the American cartoon series Family Guy was aired on its entertainment system. Featuring a scene that riffs on the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests, the episode was considered offensive by a number of […]

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Breaking out of Qantas economy class and settling in a premium economy seat for the first time is a major milestone. Suddenly, there is significantly upgraded comfort, room to move, no more plastic cups, tasty food and personable service. What’s not to like? But is it worth paying even more to fly further up the […]

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Unsurprisingly, asteroids entering Earth’s atmosphere have a way of sparing a good deal of concern — much like the discovery of mysterious underground structures or stowaway creepy crawlies — despite humanity’s pretty strong track record of weathering unexpected celestial encounters. Today’s news coming out of Siberia makes clear our ever-increasing ability to detect and manage […]

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