Our favourite April Fool’s jokes of 2019

The first of this month has brought with it all kinds of interesting, odd and unexpected headlines, some that sound almost real enough to be true. Here are some of our favourite travel-related April Fool’s jokes of 2019:

1. New 100mph (160kph) zipline linking Wales and England to open on top of Severn Bridge

Happy April 1…https://t.co/Pxi3iGZ54o

— WalesOnline (@WalesOnline) April 1, 2019

2. British Transport police announce new £2,000 fines for eating smelly snacks on trains

Fed up of having to endure stinky sandwiches and smelly snacks on trains?

As part of new anti-social behaviour legislation, those caught eating offensive food items while in transit could face a penalty fare of up to £2,000.

Check before you travel 👉 https://t.co/kePXd0M6Yz pic.twitter.com/Or9LRThRsw

— British Transport Police (@BTP) April 1, 2019

3. Travelodge Hotels announces new Bedshare Service

 

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A refreshingly simple new Bedshare concept is dividing the doonas… literally… Watch the full video now – link in our bio. #travelodgehotels #refreshinglysimple #bedshare

A post shared by Travelodge Hotels (@travelodgehotels) on Mar 31, 2019 at 6:29pm PDT

4. Jetstar flights to Laerton Island

 

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Happy April Fool’s Day and thanks for joining in on the fun! 😆 Were you keen on being on the inaugural flight to Laerton Island? 😏 While Laerton might not be a real place, all that amazing vision sure is. If you liked the look of Laerton, you’ll love Tassie! And there’s no better time to visit!

A post shared by Jetstar Australia (@jetstaraustralia) on Mar 31, 2019 at 6:08pm PDT

Jetstar announced flights to Tasmania’s Laerton Island (‘not real’ backwards’). The Australian airline announced that it was ‘excited to add a third Tasmanian destination to our network and with activities including rock climbing, hang gliding and world-class hiking routes taking in pristine beaches, lush valleys and alpine lakes, we anticipate Laerton Island to be very popular with adventure travellers and nature lovers.’ The new route, however, was to a ficticious island.

5. Koala joeys born with leopard print fur

It’s a little-known fact that some #koala joeys are born with leopard print fur 🐨

We don’t yet know why only certain joeys are blessed with such incredible fashion sense, but we’re sure little April here is the envy of her friends. #seeaustralia #wildlife #australia pic.twitter.com/FJUDwdRk9E

— Australia (@Australia) March 31, 2019

6. Dogtiki (Contiki for dogs)

Featured image: @Australia /Twitter

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