Tourism Australia has launched a new sustainability initiative, Green is Our Gold, to rally the Australian tourism industry around a shared commitment to protect and strengthen Australia’s natural environments, cultures and communities. According to Tourism Australia, consumer demand shows that sustainability is more...

Driving the future of E-mobility is the main theme of a forthcoming Fleet & Tech Conference and Expo in Auckland. The Brightstar NZ event is where New Zealand’s fleet leaders, automotive industry & transport system innovators, and policymakers come together to explore the future of movement and the transition more...

Lady Fatou, known as the "grand dame" of the Berlin Zoo, was certified last year by Guinness as the oldest living gorilla in the world. At 69 years old, Lady Fatou on Monday became not only the Berlin Zoo's longest-residing tenant but also maintained her title as the oldest gorilla in the world. Born somewhere in more...

In Romania, an AI-generated singer inspired by poems about the Roma community has become an overnight success. But critics say her creator is monetizing the woes of a marginalized group without involving its members. Millions of Romanians are listening to Lolita Cercel, a singer with a piercing gaze who highlights more...

Coachella as one of the world's biggest open-air music and art festivals has been hit by controversies and declining credibility — yet the world's biggest acts continue to headline. It all started in 1993 when the rock band Pearl Jam were looking for an alternative venue that was not controlled by more...

 Visit California has released this year's edition of its California Road Trips Guide with California Now podcast host and comedian Josh Meyers on the cover. The release comes amid the centennial celebration of Route 66, with its famous finish line at the Santa Monica Pier, and includes a feature on rediscovering the more...

Brisbane as the capital of Queensland will host the Australian exclusive of  The Last Ship from 9 April to 3 May 2026 – the critically acclaimed musical featuring music and lyrics by Sting. The star power has been taken up yet another gear. International reggae icon Shaggy is jumping aboard the Australian exclusive more...

The world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise ship was this month “floated out” by internationally renowned cruise operator Viking Cruises. The Viking Libra is capable of operating with zero emissions, according to the company. Scheduled for delivery in November 2026, the Viking Libra will spend her inaugural season more...

Asia is emerging as one of the most powerful regions in adventure travel, based on a new report from the international Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA). Asia’s outbound “Open to Adventure” travel segment represents an estimated $424 billion market, nearly one-third of the world’s total adventure travel more...

Global scrutiny of environmental marketing claims is increasing and rapidly driven by a rise in greenwashing and stronger regulatory enforcement, reports Ecotourism Australia. Regulators such as the ACCC (Australian Competition and Consumer Commission) and European authorities are taking action against vague or more...