Celebrate the Season at voco with an ATPI Exclusive!

End the year on a high note with a celebration that’s anything but ordinary!

Nestled in the beautiful Hunter Valley, just two hours from Sydney, voco Kirkton Park is the perfect place to bring your team together, unwind and toast to a year well spent.

And thanks to an ATPI-exclusive offer, your end-of-year celebration comes with a little extra sparkle.

Book your 2026 event through ATPI by 15 November and unlock over $1,500 in added value, including complimentary venue hire, pre-dinner canapés, a pop-up cellar door tasting experience and a sparkling wine welcome.

Planning an overnight escape? Eligible group bookings can also enjoy accommodation perks, including 15% off guest rooms, complimentary organiser accommodation and room upgrades.

From festive lunches and dinners to lawn games and estate walks, it’s a wonderful way to celebrate the season together.

But be quick! This exclusive offer is limited to the first 10 confirmed events.

Book with our expert events team today!

Terms and conditions apply. New bookings must be contracted by 15 November 2026, with events held by 31 December 2026. Minimum 15 guests and $2,500 food and beverage spend required. Accommodation benefits require a minimum of 15 guest rooms. Available on selected Sunday to Friday dates, subject to availability. Cannot be combined with other offers.

Avani Cypress Lakes: Where Business Meets a Breath of Fresh Air

Meetings with a little more meaning? Yes, please.

The Hunter Valley is welcoming an exciting new chapter in corporate events and wellness, with Avani Cypress Lakes Resort bringing together the former Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort and Elysia Wellness Retreat.

The result is set to become Australia’s largest integrated resort and wellness precinct, combining accommodation, dining, leisure, events and wellbeing in one beautiful destination.

Think productive conferences, inspiring team retreats and memorable celebrations, all surrounded by the natural beauty of the Hunter Valley.

Whether you’re planning a corporate conference, rewarding your team or bringing colleagues together for some well-deserved connection, Avani Cypress Lakes offers a refreshing alternative to the traditional meeting room.

Even better, there’s an opening offer worth celebrating.

Book your next event through the ATPI Events team and enjoy 10% off your event booking value.

Ready to take your next event beyond the boardroom?

Contact our team at Australia.corporateevents@atpi.com and let us bring your event to life.

Offer subject to applicable terms and conditions.

Singapore Changi Airport: Shop Your Stopover with Free Vouchers

Who says a stopover can’t come with a little retail therapy?

Singapore Airlines is giving eligible Australian travellers another reason to love connecting through Singapore Changi Airport, with up to SGD20 in complimentary shopping vouchers to spend at selected airport retail outlets.

Available for eligible travel until 31 March 2027, the Changi Transit Privileges offer is a welcome little bonus for passengers flying Singapore Airlines via Singapore.

Travellers on an eligible one-way transit journey can receive one SGD10 e-voucher, while those transiting through Singapore in both directions on a return journey can receive two SGD10 e-vouchers.

To qualify, passengers must originate from Australia and travel on eligible Singapore Airlines flights ticketed on 618 ticket stock.

How do you claim your vouchers?

Simply submit an online request with your flight itinerary and travel details. Once eligibility is confirmed, your e-vouchers will be emailed to you.

Whether you’re picking up a last-minute gift or treating yourself between flights, it’s a lovely little perk to make your journey even sweeter.

Apply for your Changi Transit Privileges.

Eligibility criteria, participating retailers and terms and conditions apply.

Melbourne Airport: Big Changes on the Ground and in the Air

Big things are taking off at Melbourne Airport, with changes designed to make travelling through Victoria’s busiest airport a smoother experience.

First up, the new pick-up and drop-off arrangements, which came into effect on 6 October 2026. Travellers heading to or from the airport should allow a little extra time to familiarise themselves with the updated locations and follow the new directional signage.

The good news? Our ATPI team has already given the new arrangements a couple of test runs this month. Our advice is simple: follow the signs and don’t hesitate to ask the friendly airport staff for assistance.

And that’s not all. Melbourne Airport has also unveiled plans for a major international terminal expansion, designed to accommodate growing passenger numbers and improve the experience for international travellers.

The proposed development represents another exciting step towards a bigger, better-connected Melbourne Airport.

Whether you’re jetting off overseas or welcoming someone home, a little planning goes a long way.

If you’d like to know more about Melbourne Airport’s latest updates contact our team.

Andaz Gold Coast: A New Wave of Luxury Arrives

The Gold Coast is getting a glamorous new addition, and there’s an opening offer worth diving into!

Andaz Gold Coast is bringing a fresh take on luxury to Broadbeach, with 202 beautifully designed rooms and suites, sweeping coastal and hinterland views and an atmosphere inspired by the region’s natural beauty.

From Mediterranean-inspired dining at Nove Restaurant to sunset cocktails at Verde Bar, every detail invites you to slow down and soak up the good life. There’s also the spectacular Andaz Pool Club, home to what the hotel describes as the Gold Coast’s largest hotel rooftop pool club.

With Pacific Fair, The Star and Broadbeach’s golden beaches on your doorstep, it’s the perfect place for a stylish summer escape.

And here’s the golden opportunity!

Celebrate the grand opening with 20% off room rates, plus an additional 5% discount for World of Hyatt members.

Book by 21 December 2026 for eligible stays during the promotional travel period through to 30 June 2027.

Ready to discover the Gold Coast’s newest luxury address? Contact ATPI Cruise & Travel and let us help you plan your stay.

Offer subject to availability and applicable terms and conditions.

Flying Emirates to Dubai? Your ticket could unlock three complimentary attractions

Dubai was already tempting. Emirates has just sweetened the deal.

Travellers booking an eligible Emirates return flight to Dubai can enjoy complimentary access to three of the city’s popular experiences, including a sightseeing bus tour, waterpark thrills and an underwater adventure.

The offer applies to eligible return flights to Dubai booked between 21 September and 11 October 2026, for travel between 24 September and 13 December 2026.

Here’s what’s included.

See Dubai from the top deck

A complimentary 24-hour City Sightseeing Dubai Hop-on Hop-off bus tour gives travellers an easy way to explore the city, with unlimited rides connecting major attractions including Dubai Mall and JBR The Beach.

Hop off when somewhere catches your eye, explore at your own pace, then jump back aboard to continue the journey.

Make a splash at Aquaventure World

Next stop, swimwear.

Eligible passengers receive access to Aquaventure World, where more than 105 slides and attractions await. Take on the Raging Rapids, chase a little adrenaline or slow things down on the resort’s private beach.

Dive into The Lost World Aquarium

Prefer your water adventures without getting wet?

The offer also includes entry to The Lost World Aquarium, where 14 immersive chambers are home to more than 65,000 marine creatures.

And there’s more. Emirates passengers can use their boarding pass to access additional My Emirates Pass offers across Dubai and the UAE, including participating restaurants, attractions, car hire and water activities.

Eligible complimentary attraction access codes are valid for use until 17 December 2026 and must be presented with an Emirates boarding pass when redeeming the offer. Conditions apply.

With flights, sightseeing and some of Dubai’s biggest attractions in the mix, this could be the perfect excuse to turn your next journey into a Dubai escape.

Contact your ATPI Cruise & Travel specialist to explore Emirates fares and get your Dubai plans moving.

Life on the Nile: save up to $2,500 per person on Egypt with Uniworld

Ancient temples, legendary tombs and life unfolding along one of the world’s most famous rivers. Egypt has a way of making every day feel like part of a much bigger story.

And with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, you can experience it with a decidedly luxurious twist.

Sailing the Nile offers a front-row seat to thousands of years of history. Rather than simply travelling from one landmark to another, the river becomes part of the experience itself, connecting extraordinary archaeological sites, landscapes and communities along the way.

Days can be filled with ancient wonders and fascinating stories before you return to the comfort of your Uniworld river ship, ready to watch the Nile drift past.

Save $2,000 per person on Egypt

For a limited time, ATPI Cruise & Travel clients can access a $2,000 per person saving on eligible Uniworld Egypt bookings made by 31 October 2026.

But we’ve managed to unpack an extra perk.

Following our team’s recent first-hand Uniworld experience in Egypt, we can offer an exclusive further $500 per person saving on eligible bookings.

That brings the potential saving to $2,500 per person.

It’s a special offer available to our clients and one more reason it pays to have a well-connected travel expert in your corner.

Ready to answer the call of the Nile?

If Egypt has been sitting on your wish list, this could be the moment to make it happen.

The additional saving is exclusive and available for a limited time, so first in, best dressed.

Contact your expert ATPI Cruise & Travel specialist at au.leisure@atpi.com for a personalised quote today.

Terms and conditions apply. Offer eligibility and availability are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.

Emirates unveils world-first Premium Economy privacy seat

Premium Economy just got a rather premium upgrade.

Emirates has unveiled what it says is the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat, complete with a full-height adjustable privacy screen between every seat.

Debuting aboard newly received Airbus A350 aircraft, the design gives passengers more control over both their seating position and personal space.

The new Premium Economy cabin features just 28 seats in a spacious 2-3-2 configuration. Seats measure a comfortable 20 inches wide, with pitch of up to 39 inches aboard the A350.

Privacy at the touch of a button

Perhaps the headline feature is the electric privacy divider.

Passengers can raise or lower the full-height divider using their seat controls, then lock it into position. That means a little more separation when you’re sleeping, working, dining or simply settling in for some uninterrupted screen time.

It’s also Emirates’ first fully electrically powered Premium Economy seat. An integrated Passenger Control Unit allows travellers to adjust their seating position at the touch of a button, including dedicated lounge and meal modes.

The upgrades continue with Emirates’ U-Dream headrest by Safran Seats. Finished in leather, its adjustable wings are designed to provide additional head and neck support. A manually deployable leather footrest adds another layer of comfort for longer journeys.

Premium Economy keeps moving up

Emirates launched its Premium Economy experience in 2022 and has continued to expand the cabin across its fleet.

The latest design borrows inspiration from the airline’s Business Class experience, pairing extra space and privacy with Emirates’ dining and inflight entertainment.

For travellers who want more room and refinement without moving all the way to Business Class, the gap between the two cabins just became a little smaller.

Ready to try Emirates’ latest Premium Economy experience? Contact the ATPI Cruise & Travel team and we’ll help get your next journey off the ground.

Singapore Airlines takes First Class service to new heights

When you’re flying First Class, the holiday should begin long before take-off. Singapore Airlines makes sure it does.

At Singapore Changi Airport, eligible Suites and First Class passengers can enjoy a dedicated First Class Check-in Reception, designed to make the journey from kerb to cabin as seamless as possible.

Much like arriving at a five-star hotel, passengers are welcomed by a Passenger Relations Officer, while porter assistance takes care of their luggage. Instead of standing at a traditional check-in counter, travellers can settle into the dedicated reception area while the Singapore Airlines team handles the formalities.

From there, a private entrance leads directly to Immigration, after which passengers can make their way to the SilverKris Lounge or their boarding gate.

Luxury continues at 30,000 feet

The premium treatment doesn’t end at the airport.

Singapore Airlines’ First Class experience combines generous personal space with thoughtful service, refined dining and plenty of opportunities to make the journey your own.

Passengers can use the airline’s Book the Cook service to reserve their preferred main course before flying, with selected dishes created by chefs from Singapore Airlines’ International Culinary Panel.

Whether you’re travelling for a milestone escape, a long-awaited luxury holiday or simply believe getting there should be part of the fun, Singapore Airlines certainly knows how to make an entrance.

Want to experience Singapore Airlines First Class for yourself? Speak to your ATPI Cruise & Travel specialist and let us take care of the details.

Qantas to connect Sydney and New York non-stop from 2028

New York is about to feel a whole lot closer.

Qantas has confirmed plans to launch the first-ever non-stop commercial flights between Australia and New York, with direct Sydney to New York services expected to take off from mid-2028 as part of the airline’s ambitious Project Sunrise program.

The new route is expected to take around 18 hours, cutting approximately three hours from the current fastest journey and removing the need for a stop along the way.

Sydney to New York, without the stop

For travellers dreaming of Broadway shows, Central Park strolls and shopping their way down Fifth Avenue, the biggest change is a simple one: no connection.

Passengers will be able to board in Sydney and step off in New York, making the journey between the two cities simpler and more seamless.

Tickets for the new service are expected to go on sale from August 2027, ahead of the planned mid-2028 launch.

Meet the Project Sunrise A350

The route will be operated by Qantas’ specially configured Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft, designed specifically for ultra-long-haul flying.

Rather than packing in as many seats as possible, the aircraft will carry just 238 passengers across First, Business, Premium Economy and Economy.

There will also be a dedicated Wellbeing Zone, designed to give passengers a space to move and stretch during these exceptionally long journeys.

The Sydney to New York service will become the second route in the Project Sunrise program, following the planned launch of non-stop Sydney to London flights in October 2027.

New York, here we come

A non-stop flight of around 18 hours may still be a serious stint in the sky, but skipping the stopover could transform the way Australians travel to the US East Coast.

And with Qantas reporting growing demand for travel between Australia and New York, it seems plenty of travellers are ready to take the direct route.

Planning a New York escape? Speak with your expert ATPI Cruise & Travel specialist and let us help you start mapping out your next adventure.