Following ongoing unrest in parts of the Middle East which began in late February, we’re sharing clear, up-to-date information to help you stay informed and feel confident about your plans. The latest updates are listed at the top. If you have questions about your travel plans, please contact your personal travel manager.
Published: Monday 10th April
It’s been a little while since our last update on the latest situation in the Middle East, so we thought we’d check in about what’s currently happening and what it means for travel.
At the moment, travel is largely continuing as normal, particularly outside of the Middle East.
Airlines aren’t cancelling flights due to fuel shortages, as they tend to secure their supplies well in advance. While the Strait of Hormuz is often mentioned in the news, it accounts for roughly 20% of global oil supply, with the majority sourced elsewhere.
Historically, even during previous periods of conflict, airlines have continued to operate. What we are seeing instead is schedule adjustments, capacity changes, and in some cases increased services where demand remains strong.
It’s also worth noting that airline pricing is dynamic. This means that airfare quotes are not guaranteed until the booking is paid in full and ticketed. Fares can change at any time, and fuel costs are factored into pricing. We recommend locking in pricing when you’re comfortable, rather than waiting too long and risking an increase.
If you have any upcoming travel plans, or are simply keeping an eye on things, please know your personal travel managerr is here to help you navigate any questions or concerns.
Situations like this can still lead to changes, and every booking is a little different. If you’d like them to review anything for you or simply talk through your options, just let them know.
There’s a lot of information out there, and it’s not always clear what matters. They’re in your corner to help makes sense of it and support you. This can make a real difference, especially when you’ve worked hard and waited patiently for your next adventure. All we want you to have to worry about is whether to pack your pink or yellow shirt.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. And if you know anyone who could use guidance with their travel plans, please send them to your personal travel manager.
Destination Dubai Update - Tuesday 7th April 2026 Published: Friday 20th March
Published: Friday 6th March
Over the past 24 hours you may have seen headlines suggesting Australians should cancel their travel to Europe due to disruptions in Middle East airspace.
Those headlines were based on comments from aviation expert Professor Ron Bartsch that were unfortunately misquoted in some media coverage.
The key takeaway: Australians are not being advised to cancel travel to Europe.
ATIA (the Australian Travel Industry Association), the peak body representing Australia’s travel industry, has confirmed Professor Bartsch’s comments were about airspace disruptions and operational impacts, and not a recommendation to cancel travel plans. ATIA has released a full statement which you can read here.
If you’re travelling soon via the Middle East, the key advice is not to panic-cancel, as cancelling prematurely may remove your rights to rebooking or refunds. Instead, the recommendation is simply to remain calm. We can review options, including alternative routes, if needed.
Our National Partnership Office is also continuing to monitor the situation closely and we will keep clients informed if anything changes.
As always, we recommend reviewing DFAT’s SmartTraveller website for the most up-to-date official travel advice. This will provide the latest government guidance to help you make informed decisions regarding your travels.
In the meantime, if you have questions about an upcoming trip or travel plans for later this year, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with your personal travel manager.
Published: Sunday 1st March
We are aware of the recent developments in the Middle East and the resulting impact on airspace and commercial flight operations in parts of the region. We understand this ongoing situation might be causing concern, especially among travellers flying to or via this region. We’d like to reassure you that we are actively monitoring this fluid situation, and staying closely informed as events unfold.
If you are travelling within the next 72 hours, we will be in direct contact with you should your booking be impacted or if any action is required.
If your travel is scheduled beyond the next 72 hours, we kindly ask for your patience while we prioritise assisting clients with imminent departures. We will continue to monitor developments and will reach out if the situation changes in a way that affects your travel plans.
In the meantime, we recommend reviewing DFAT’s SmartTraveller website for the most up-to-date official travel advice. This will provide the latest government guidance to help you make informed decisions regarding your travel.
Thank you for your understanding. Please do not hesitate to contact your personal travel manager if you have any immediate concerns.
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