‘It makes it sound like NZ is in a clearance bin’ – New Zealand’s latest tourism campaign backfires
There's nothing wrong with a good old old clearance bin. Some of…
Japan National Tourism Organization hosts agency events in Perth and Sydney
Trust us, Aussies don't need even more reasons to visit Japan. We're…
Thailand to debut health/wellness offering at Expo 2025 Japan
One thing is for sure - health tourism shows no sign of…
The ONE message that California’s tourism industry has for Australians
Delegates from California's tourism industry share how Australians can best support the…
The ONE message that California’s tourism industry has for Australians
Delegates from California's tourism industry share how Australians can best support the…
Helloworld’s Cinzia Burnes reveals 2025 plans including luxury brand VIVA Gold
From brand updates in Singapore, to topping power lists in Sydney, it's…
‘A prolific contributor’ – Tourism Australia mourns the sudden loss of ex-CMO Lisa Ronson
Very upsetting news about this well-respected figure. Thoughts are with Lisa's family…
Victoria Tourism Awards celebrates leading tourism operators
We imagine there are some sore heads and happy hearts this morning!
INTERVIEW: San Diego’s Benjamin Eastman on why Aussies are loving ‘California’s beach city’
You may not be thinking of a trip to the USA right…
Shock report reveals 50-80% of tourism spend ‘leaks’ from destination
It is easy to assume tourism benefits the local community (we all…
Singapore Tourism Board launches culinary-inspired campaign
Tourism advertisers increasingly realise that the way to most of our hearts…
NSW Tourism Minister John Graham: ‘A decade of lockouts, lockdowns and over-regulation did enormous damage’
A decade on, green shoots are showing, but lack of consistency across…
Taiwan Tourism grows Kiwi market as China Airlines launches winter NZ route
We did ask Taiwan Tourism whether the Australian or Kiwi audience were…
Taiwan Tourism finishes Australian roadshow as visitor numbers surge
We do love a good roadshow! It's one of the best ways…
Why travellers are prioritising healthcare post-Covid
We imagine that it might have something to do with not wanting…
Korean tourists visiting Brisbane up 44% following direct flight route
Who needs Las Vegas when you have Brisvegas? Things are looking good…
Bali to ban development of hotels in busy areas in bid to tackle overtourism
The backlash against tourists continues. If you've ever badly-ridden a scooter in…
Why this 4000-person WA farming town has become a hit with Malaysian tourists
Absolute proof of the intense power of YouTube in travel marketing. Time…
‘Cruise shipping has burdened Santorini and Mykonos’ – Greek PM slaps tourists with hefty levy
Reading between the lines it seems like having to queue a long…
Spanish hotel group Meliá named most sustainable company in tourism
Apparently now we need to look out not for five-star hotels, but…
Top Australian-friendly destinations: Sri Lanka joins growing list of countries relaxing visa terms
If you have ever felt unwanted by your family and friends, take…
Is Bali sick of misbehaving tourists? Official push for higher tax to attract ‘higher quality’ visitors
Bali at least has the luxury of being able to send them…
Albo officially names Don Farrell as Australia’s new Tourism Minister
Nothing like an awkward selfie with the PM to kick off your…
NSW launches ‘Event Saver Fund’ and ‘Festival Relaunch’ package as part of $530m injection into tourism and events
The state government's tourism and events revival plan will pump $150 million…
New dating app shows Australia’s hospitality industry some love
A new app claims it is helping Australia’s hospitality industry by curating…
Opinion: Here’s how the industry will change to meet millennial expectations
Sadly, Agoda's Peter Allen does not advise agents to hand out free…
How to keep your home safe while you’re travelling
The only things worth protecting in our house is our dog and…
New committee to develop sustainability charter for events sector
The committee, established at the EEAA 2018 Leaders Forum and Conference, will…
Luxperience and Tourism Australia team up in “Diamond Partnership”
Luxperience and Tourism Australia have teamed up, though that's not to say…
Victoria’s big boost to tourism and events
Meanwhile, we're considering making a Kickstarter so we can afford our morning…
Indigenous Tourism Conference to be held in Victoria
The conference will be focusing on entrepreneurship. This morning, we are focusing…
Tourism continues to grow as economic powerhouse
Speaking of growth, the bread in the office kitchen is starting to…
Australian leaders in Indigenous Tourism
Huge congratulations to the team at Nitmiluk Tours for their big win.…
Tourism Australia continues its support for EEAA Young Stars
We were once awarded a Young Star award at a talent show.…
The Star Gold Coast to host the 2018 Queensland Tourism Awards
We offered to host the awards at our house, but apparently they…
Industry reacts: Trump travel ban “goes directly against the fundamental right of Freedom to Travel”
Industry groups including IATA, WTTC, airline and tour brands take aim at…
Tourism Plea to turn Aus Day into a Long Weekend, not ‘obvious’ sickie
It's likely you're planning a sickie anyway, but Aussie are being encouraged…
Calls for new Tourism Minister to take bolder leadership strides
With 1 in 8 businesses in tourism, there’s been renewed calls for…
Canberra to get cricket-themed boost
Canberra’s tourism, accommodation and events sector is about to receive a major…
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