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Melburnians European summer plans in jeopardy as jet fuel prices soar due to Middle East tensions, with Irans Strait of Hormuz blockade nearly doubling aviation fuel costs. Airlines like Virgin Australia and Qantas hike fuel surcharges and review fares, leading to steep increases in long-haul economy tickets to Europe. Travel agents report a quiet period, with clients mostly reworking existing plans. However, flexible travelers can still find deals by adjusting dates or routes, and industry surveys show most people arent canceling but shifting to closer destinations. Officials anticipate demand to rebound once conflicts ease.

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