Recently Qantas operated a seven hour scenic flight to nowhere, given that Australia's borders are closed. Well, the airline has now introduced a twist on the concept, as it's operating a scenic flight to somewhere. Rather than operating flights to nowhere, Qantas will now be launching a series of scenic getaways that include flights that…
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Honestly, the pricing is not the worst. Staying by the Uluru isn't that cheap and depending on how low level circle is it wouldn't cost too much more then if you tried to put it all together yourself. The flights have never been cheap if you don't fly Jetstar and the flyovers are very expensive.
It’s a very creative and attractive package, not to mention NT is very Covid Safe
I call bull sh-t on the net zero emissions. These carbon offset initiatives have always proven to be invalid. They are either not executed properly (fire management?) or when executed never achieve the intended targets. Sure, book the trip but not because you feel good about your "positive" impact on the environment.
Given that there will likely be many families, there will probably be no need for middle seat blocking
Carbon offset is a sham. Not much different from a pregnant woman who is about to give birth in a few weeks murdering someone. Enjoy the trip if you like but do not fool yourself about this carbon offset stuff.
I am surprised they are doing this. Whilst the numbers are low in Sydney they do still exist. Both the NT and WA governments have worked really hard to protect the indigenous communities as they are high risk and poor infrastructure (ie hospitals). Most likely the tours and programmes will be run by the indigenous communities so I hope that they are working hard to protect those communities. Assuming they do, it is a great way to put money back into them.
I have been there several times. It is a great part of the world to see. When the world opens up, I would encourage people to go, but to do a road trip from Alice Springs and stop at the many places along the way.
Qantas - please plan one from Melbourne.
BTW @Ben - With the exception of Melbourne, a lot of Australian tourist spots are heavily sold out. I tried to book for Lord Howe Island next year and can not get in until August (and I am talking any hotel). Byron Bay is over run with people escaping the Sydney and celebs out of the USA. I have now booked Sal Salis at Ningaloo reef for April (REALLY hoping WA opens up early next year).
Not sure why Aussies would take this over a trip they can plan themselves. There are plenty of flights to Uluru and plenty of accom options once you get there. I'm certain it would be cheaper to do it yourself- unless the Sydney and Uluru flyover are the clincher...?