8 ways MTA Travel backs mobile advisors – plus the backup support that’s your key to success Independence doesn’t mean going it alone in business. Every solo star still needs a backup dancer (or two), and MTA – Mobile Travel Agents has a strong support system in place for its nationwide network of independent advisors, including a dedicated
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From 25 February 2026, important changes to UK border entry requirements will affect British and Irish dual citizens, particularly those who typically travel on a non‑UK passport. These updates will impact Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) eligibility, passport requirements, and the documents airlines will accept at check‑in. Below will cover the essential information travellers need to
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Gold Coast Airport is set to welcome a new international connection, with Fiji Airways launching direct Gold Coast–Nadi flights from 11 June 2026. Travellers can access special introductory return fares starting from AUD $549, available now through 31 December 2025. Operating three times a week on the modern Boeing 737 MAX 8, the service will add
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Last night Karen Merricks, as named #1 on the 2025 Women in Travel Power List at an awards dinner held in Sydney. Karen Merricks has never been about traditional ideas of success – she’s helped reshape them! When she and her husband Roy started MTA over 25 years ago, it came from something many women
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We’re thrilled that MTA – Mobile Travel Agents took home two major awards at the 2025 National Travel Industry Awards, held in Brisbane over the weekend. 🏆 Most Outstanding Mobile Travel Network🏆 Most Outstanding Mobile Travel Advisor – Alison McGovern Winning Most Outstanding Mobile Travel Network is an incredible honour and recognition of the people
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Virgin Australia updates carry on luggage allowance
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Virgin Australia ups carry-on allowance to 8 kg — here’s what you need to know Heads up, travellers: Virgin Australia is changing its carry-on baggage rules. From 2 February 2026, the standard carry-on allowance will become 8 kg. Why the change? Virgin says the update is about simplifying things, improving safety, reducing boarding delays and
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More than 160 MTA High Achievers recognised across five cities
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30 September 2025: MTA – Mobile Travel Agents’ has celebrated the outstanding achievements of more than 161 of its top performing advisors, hosting a series of exclusive High Achievers’ lunches across five Australian cities over the past month. The High Achievers’ lunches are a key part of MTA’s ongoing commitment to recognising excellence within its
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Alison McGovern, MTA – Mobile Travel Advisor based in Hervey Bay, Queensland, has been named a finalist in the 2025 National Travel Industry Awards (NTIA). Alison has been recognised in the Most Outstanding Mobile/Home Based Travel Advisor category – a highly competitive award that shines a spotlight on the very best in the Australian travel
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This week, we’re raising a glass at MTA – Mobile Travel Agents as we celebrate one of our own. Donna Jones, an MTA Advisor based in Shell Cove, has been named Most Admired Advisor – Australasia at Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas – one of the biggest honours in the world of luxury travel.
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MTA announcees powerhouse speakers for 25th anniversary conference in Adelaide
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24 June 2025: MTA – Mobile Travel Agents is gearing up for its biggest celebration yet by revealing headline speakers for the upcoming annual national conference in Adelaide, taking place 25-26 July. Leading the charge of a powerhouse line-up is Generation Development Group CEO and former Olympian Grant Hackett and internationally renowned brand and culture