Destination News
Wotif, Destination NSW campaign family friendly
Thursday, 6 September 2012Families need not fear that the holidays are near now that Destination NSW and Wotif.com have launched a campaign for family friendly NSW Getaways over the school holidays and coming months.
Ad shows Sunny coast close, but worlds away
Thursday, 6 September 2012The Sunshine coast is aiming to attract more visitors with its new campaign launching this week, ‘So Close, But a World Away’, designed to educate potential visitors about what the region has to offer.
Wollongong switches to destination marketing
Wednesday, 5 September 2012Tourism Wollongong has rebranded as Destination Wollongong to “allow all the city’s main marketing activities to be brought under one roof,” according to Destination Wollongong general manager Greg Binskin.
Whats in an Experience?
Wednesday, 5 September 2012Living in a capital city causes many to be bound by a regular routine, day in day out, finding little time to spend with loved ones or have ‘time out’...and if this sounds like you, read on.
Vietnam's Asian arrivals on the rise
Monday, 3 September 2012An influx of tourists from Asian countries such as Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Taiwan and Japan has resulted in a significant rise in the number of foreign tourists visiting Vietnam this year.
Universal slow-down in air transport: IATA
Monday, 3 September 2012The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed global air traffic results for the month of July, citing a global reduction in growth for both air travel and freight business.
Sustainable tourism in PNG an unlikely shared passion of young women leaders
Monday, 3 September 2012Two of the finalists announced today in the Telstra Business Women’s Awards, Sarah Anderson and Genevieve Nelson, share an unlikely passion for supporting local communities in Papua New Guinea.
Aussies keen for Kenya
Friday, 31 August 2012Numbers of Aussie travellers seeking a once in a lifetime African safari experience in Kenya are increasing, with a 10.4 percent growth in Australian visitor numbers for the first half of 2012.
Visitors to HK bulked by China as long-haul drops
Friday, 31 August 2012While the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) revealed a 13.8 percent increase in visitor numbers to nearly 4.5 million in July compared to last year, several markets saw negative growth for the period.
Hawaii eyes China as state ups tourism forecast
Friday, 31 August 2012Some 50,000 Chinese travelers visited Hawaii during the first six months of 2012, a year-on-year increase of 43 percent.
Spring on Phillip Island: A Playground for Discovery
Friday, 31 August 2012Phillip Island is a year round haven of natural adventures, breath-taking views, fascinating creatures, beautiful beaches and bush land.
Bali beckons baby boomers
Thursday, 30 August 2012Typically known as a party destination for the younger tourists, Bali is attracting baby boomers in increasingly large numbers, according to a recent report.
Travel remains strong into Turkey
Thursday, 30 August 2012Tourism has a promising future in Turkey, according to a new report, despite a slight decline in arrivals during the first four months of 2012.
Partially re-opened Tongariro Alpine Crossing now with new appeal
Thursday, 30 August 2012The Department of Conservation in consultation with Ngati Tuwharetoa through local hapu Ngati Hikairo ki Tongariro, Regional Tourism Organisations and businesses will re-open part of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing on Friday 31st of August, following the eruption of Mount Tongariro earlier this month.
Coast catches more flight searches: Skyscanner
Tuesday, 28 August 2012The Gold Coast experienced the largest flight search increase in Queensland this year, with a growth of 111 percent year-on-year, according to Skyscanner.
Holiday with the stars ... find out where
Tuesday, 28 August 2012The Latedeals’ 2012 guide revealed Ibiza is still the number one hot-spot for star spotting on its list of the best places to holiday like a celebrity.
Sihanoukville ... Cambodia’s next travel frontier
Monday, 27 August 2012Efforts of the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism are starting to pay off after years promoting the country’s beach destination of Sihanoukville as the next travel frontier in Cambodia.
Swiss tourism, competitive and conquering
Monday, 27 August 2012Switzerland has the most competitive travel and tourism sector in the world, according to results released in the 2011 Travel and Tourism Competitive Index (TTCI) by Market Research.
NZ attracts travellers to the real Middle-earth
Friday, 24 August 2012Starring in the upcoming movie The Hobbit, New Zealand’s scenic landscape is the backdrop for the country’s latest 100% Pure New Zealand international campaign to inspire travellers to visit the reality that is Middle-earth.
Aussies discovering Samoa's jewel
Friday, 24 August 2012More Aussies are discovering Samoa’s hidden jewel, according to new figures, that found a 9.25 percent increase in Australian visitors landing in Samoa in 2011/12 compared to the same financial period last year.
Shades of Grey prompts 'babymoon' travellers
Friday, 24 August 2012Queensland can expect a spike in expectant couples to the sunshine state, following the insurmountable success of the Fifty Shades of Grey book trilogy.
Song Saa Private Island will start helicopter flights
Friday, 24 August 2012Song Saa Private Island introduces a helicopter transfer service between Phnom Penh and Song Saa Private Island.
Laos locks down on safe river tubing
Thursday, 23 August 2012Laos authorities have closed seven bars along the Xong River in Vang Vieng in an effort to lock down drug and alcohol fuelled dangerous water sports and promote the popular tubing spot as a safe ecotourism destination.
McGuigan City Vineyard to Take Root in Dublin
Thursday, 23 August 2012To coincide with the 20th anniversary of the iconic Black Label range, McGuigan Wines is taking its City Vineyard concept globally for a Dublin, Ireland launch from 4 to 9 September.
