Tourist Bureau News
Lake Geneva Region’s iPad App a Hit
Thursday, 23 August 2012
Since the Lake Geneva Region’s tourist office first launched its free iPad app in March this year, they have already attracted more than 2000 downloads and figures continue to steadily rise.
Tourism Malaysia Launches Free Malaysia Amaze-Ya! App
Wednesday, 22 August 2012
Tourism Malaysia Sydney has launched a free smartphone app called Malaysia Amaze-Ya!, designed to provide travellers with a useful tool for navigating their travels in Malaysia.
Roadshow for Amazing Thailand to Punjab & West Bengal
Wednesday, 22 August 2012
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) organized a roadshow to North & East India, with 14 travel trade partners invited from Thailand, consisting of hotels, handling agents, attractions, entertainment options and airlines.
German National Tourist Board launches new Top 100 mobile app
Monday, 20 August 2012The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) has launched their Top 100 mobile app to help tourists discover the country’s most popular tourist attractions.
CIE Tours International: 2013 products now available. Largest ever selection
Wednesday, 15 August 2012CIE TOURS INTERNATIONAL announced the availability of its 2013 product line, offering four new custom-designed Tour packages and the largest selection ever of the company’s in-demand fully escorted tours to Ireland, Scotland, England and Wales.
Exploring the delights of Brunei
Wednesday, 15 August 2012Brunei Tourism and Royal Brunei Airlines recently hosted six wholesale consultants to experience the unexpected treasurers of Brunei. The consultants stayed at a number of hotels and resorts, including The Empire Hotel & Country Club.
Cesky Krumlov, a fairy tale UNESCO town
Monday, 13 August 2012The castle and chateau complex of Cesky Krumlov is the second largest in the Czech Republic after Prague Castle and it ranks among the most significant sights in central Europe.
Taiwan Tourism Bureau AU/NZ launches dedicated facebook page
Wednesday, 8 August 2012Further building on its efforts to encourage ever more Australians into visiting Taiwan, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau Australia & New Zealand office has this week launched a dedicated facebook page.
Territory Wins Creative Ad Challenge
Thursday, 2 August 2012Tourism NT has swept the boards in a global competition run by TripAdvisor.
Dubai Tourism Joins Cruise Council
Thursday, 2 August 2012The Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) has confirmed the importance of cruising to the Gulf region by signing on as an associate member with the International Cruise Council Australasia.
Malaysia targets the rich to boost numbers
Wednesday, 1 August 2012
As part of its strategic international marketing plan, Tourism Malaysia plans on boosting visitor numbers to Malaysia by targeting wealthy travellers from key cities.
TAT Researches Ways to Sharpen “Thainess” Campaign Imagery
Wednesday, 1 August 2012
A broad-based destination image research study conducted across 14 countries by the Tourism Authority of Thailand has provided clear pointers on ways to sharpen the imagery and message of the country’s upcoming “Thainess” tourism campaigns.
Titlis will be home to Europe’s highest suspension bridge
Tuesday, 31 July 2012
Titlis Rotair has commenced building a 100-metre-long suspension bridge 3000 metres above sea level on Titlis.
On trend in South Africa this season with Myer
Tuesday, 31 July 2012
Leading Australian department store, Myer has partnered with South African Tourism to promote their Spring/Summer 2013 new season Australian and international designer collections.
Taiwan Tourism Bureau launches new travel info app
Tuesday, 24 July 2012Providing one-tap access to a wealth of travel information on Taiwan, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau has made visiting this fascinating destination even easier with the launch of a new free app download.
Or Tor Kor Market Ranked 4th in the World’s 10 Best Fresh Markets by CNN Go
Monday, 23 July 2012
Thailand’s Or Tor Kor Market has been ranked Number Four of the World’s 10 Best Fresh Markets by CNN Go.
TAT reveals new Thai tourism strategies
Wednesday, 18 July 2012
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has announced strategies designed to take advantage of emerging opportunities within the ever-changing travel industry.
Guam Visitors Bureau Launches First Consumer Promotion In Russia
Monday, 16 July 2012Furthering their efforts to grow and diversify Guam’s tourism base, the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) recently launched the island’s first Russia consumer promotion in Vladivostok during the city’s annual City Day holiday.
2013, the year for Japan tourism: JNTO
Friday, 13 July 2012
As visitor numbers climb back to pre-2011 quake records, Japan’s Sydney-based representatives are set on making 2013 the year for tourism, with plans to launch new promotional activities to entice Aussie travellers.
Icarus Sailing Media Helps Support Top Olympic Windsurfers on the Road to London 2012
Thursday, 12 July 2012The municipality of Paros island in Greece in its effort to attract windsurfers and sailors from around the world to visit the island and train for the top pre-Olympic events supported - a few months ago - the RS:X Olympic Windsurfing Class for its 2012 top events, such as the European Championship in Portugal, Madeira and the World Championship in Cadiz, Spain.
Grampians launches exciting new Winter Rewards Program
Wednesday, 11 July 2012In a first for a Victorian or Australian region, Grampians Tourism will this winter launch the ‘Grampians Reward Program’, an exciting new initiative offering visitors the opportunity to reap real rewards from time spent enjoying the region.
Rejuvenate in the Czech Republic spa
Wednesday, 11 July 2012A long history of spa, 37 spa towns, hundreds of healing springs and numerous locations rich in mineral mud – all of this places the Czech Republic among the favourite spa destinations.
Topdeck to Land in California
Friday, 6 July 2012Visit California welcomes the addition of Topdeck’s new North America itineraries that will showcase some of the great diversity of the Golden State.
Tourism Victoria and Mr & Mrs Smith Join Forces
Thursday, 5 July 2012Tourism Victoria has partnered with boutique accommodation specialists, Mr & Mrs Smith, in a special campaign to promote stylish stays throughout Victoria.
