Attractions & Theme Park News
New Ghost Tours of a Haunted House in the Historic Macarthur Region
Friday, 9 March 2012The historic homestead of Gledswood in the Macarthur region is playing host to new, adults-only ghost tours that may or may not include the sounds of lost spirits and also those of dogs in the property’s pet cemetery.
Celebrate six nations of sport with the London Pass
Thursday, 8 March 2012As rugby fever sweeps the nation, London Pass holders can get their fill of all the top sports action with access to iconic stadiums, dressing rooms and trophies.
The Farmer Wants A Wife @ The Fly!
Thursday, 8 March 2012On Saturday March 10 the popular Channel 9 TV program The Farmer Wants a Wife will be visiting the Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk!
Easter Comes To Nitmiluk Gorge
Wednesday, 7 March 2012Nitmiluk Caravan and Campgrounds has the family covered this Easter Sunday (8th April 2012) with a FREE pancake breakfast at the Poolside Bar and Grill, and a free Easter egg hunt for the kids!
Taronga Launches Nura Diya Aboriginal Wildlife Tour
Tuesday, 6 March 2012Taronga Zoo has Launched a new Aboriginal wildlife tour, showcasing the strong link between aboriginal people, their culture and wildlife.
Legally Blonde the Musical Set To Paint Sydney Pink
Tuesday, 6 March 2012Destination NSW CEO Sandra Chipchase today joined Co-Producers John Frost and Stephen Found to announce the cast of the Australian premiere of Legally Blonde the musical, set to open at Sydney’s Lyric Theatre, The Star on October 4, 2012.
Queen of Sheba myth comes to life in Ethiopia
Thursday, 1 March 2012
The legend of the Queen of Sheba came face-to-face with reality this week after an archeologist uncovered vast amounts of gold and temple ruins in the Queen’s former domain.
Treble Cone develops Fun Park and upgrade main trail for 2012
Wednesday, 29 February 2012The 2012 Treble Cone season will see the opening of its first fun park, re-routing of the top section of the Easy Rider and upgrades to the café, electronic ticketing system and trail maps.
Second casino will help tourism: NSW Premier
Monday, 27 February 2012
Plans released by the Crown Casino group last week for a second Sydney casino at Barangaroo have received positive feedback from NSW Premier Barry O’Farrel who said it would have a positive effect on tourism and employment.
Easter Bunny Comes to Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures
Monday, 27 February 2012School Holiday OfferingsTry the Ultimate Day Pass – Great VALUE
Dreamworld to Open New Dreamworks Animation Precinct
Friday, 24 February 2012New Lands to Open This Easter Holiday Period
Dreamworld elected to host Big Brother 2012
Thursday, 23 February 2012
The laughs, the cameras and the evictions are heading back into Dreamworld with the announcement that the theme park will play host to the Big Brother house in 2012.
Exciting new late-night, adults only experience at Port Arthur
Thursday, 23 February 2012Brave souls who need more than the regular Ghost Tour to achieve their chills and thrills now have the opportunity to investigate the paranormal aspect of Port Arthur in an exciting new late night, adults-only Paranormal Investigation Experience.
Moorea Made Easier for Australians
Wednesday, 22 February 2012Australian travellers planning a trip to Tahiti and Her Islands now have added incentive to linger on the magical island of Moorea with the release of Tahiti Tourisme’s Moorea Madness discount card*.
Travellers snub Wonders of the World: survey
Monday, 20 February 2012
Although used to draw in travellers, dubbing an attraction as one of the Wonders of the World is failing to draw in tourism.
Jumeirah Group launches a traditional Pearl Diving experience
Tuesday, 14 February 2012Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, is launching a traditional Pearl Diving experience.
SpongeBob SplashBash Launches at Sea World Resort & Water Park!
Monday, 13 February 2012In an Australian first, Nickelodeon has arrived at Sea World Resort & Water Park this summer with Australia’s most engaging water playground, featuring an explosion of colour, light, sound, and of course water, in a spectacular new attraction featuring SpongeBob SquarePants!
Giving the Happy back to Campers
Monday, 13 February 2012Ice melting in eskies, pointy rocks jutting into your back and getting eaten alive by mozzies is amongst a myriad of other not so pleasant experiences that are often associated with a camping holiday.
2012 BIG4 Holiday Guide Makes On-The-Road Planning Even Easier
Friday, 10 February 2012Along with all the essential information that makes planning a BIG4 getaway a breeze
Sigatoka River Safari Employs Fiji’s First Female Drivers
Wednesday, 1 February 2012Multiple award winning Sigatoka River Safari have done the unthinkable in Fiji and hired a Fijian female Jet boat Captain and Fijian female ATV driver, making them the first company in Fiji to employ women in these positions.
New Look, Fast ‘Cat’ Back In The Water & Vying For Business
Wednesday, 1 February 2012Following a $700,000 refurbishment, Sunlover Reef Cruises will celebrate the relaunch of its 400 seat vessel, Tropic Sunseeker with a special ‘on board’ event for 100 guests in Cairns on Thursday 2 February 2012.
Gorilla Permits Go Up
Tuesday, 31 January 2012PERMITS to join gorilla trekking itineraries in Rwanda have been increased by 50 per cent to US$750.
Picnic the Aussie way at WILD LIFE Sydney
Wednesday, 25 January 2012The heroes of Australia’s coat of arms, the iconic kangaroo and emu prepare for Australia Day in true blue Aussie style.
