More travellers come forward as tour company cancellations mount
AVG Travels is facing backlash as numerous customers report last-minute cancellations and itinerary changes for their tours. Many frustrated travelers have flocked to the company's office seeking answers and refunds. The company attributes the disruptions to industry-wide operational pressures and is working to resolve outstanding issues.
- ▪More than 100 travelers have contacted the ABC regarding their cancelled tours with AVG Travels.
- ▪Customers have reported being informed of cancellations just days before their scheduled departures.
- ▪AVG Travels has stated that operational pressures have led to necessary itinerary adjustments.
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AVG Travels fallout deepens as more customers report cancelled or rescheduled toursBy national tourism reporter Kristy Sexton-McGrathTopic:Tourism and Leisure IndustryWed 20 May 2026 at 11:06amWed 20 May 2026 at 11:06amWed 20 May 2026 at 11:06amAnthony Sheely was in Hong Kong when he was told his land tour with AVG Travels was cancelled. (Supplied)abc.net.au/news/avg-travels-tour-company-cancellations-refunds/106597488Link copiedShareShare articleThe fallout is continuing for customers of a Melbourne-based travel company that has cancelled tours or placed them "under review" just days before departure.Frustrated customers of AVG Travels have been making their way to the company's St Kilda office, demanding answers and refunds.The ABC has been contacted by more than 100 travellers since…
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