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Monday 5th November 2018 Sky Voyager detailed

SINGAPORE Tourism played the United Kingdom. host to delegates attending the Spending an extended weekend 2018 ATAC conference over the in Singapore is also proving weekend, providing a journey popular for travellers from the through the iconic Gardens by the east coast of Australia, often to Bay attraction before putting on a indulge in fine dining & shopping. DREAMWORLD has released over the ocean towards Surfers lavish seafood banquet. Conceicao is pictured with details of a $17m simulated flying Paradise and Harbour John Conceicao, Executive Michelle Emerton, GM ATAC and experience called Sky Voyager, at sunset, hovering above a raft Director for Singapore Tourism, Ken Morgan, Chairman ATAC. which is set to launch at the on the rugged Tully River in Far told TD that Australia was theme park this summer. North Queensland and hot air Singapore’s fifth largest source Virgin Aus veterans The ride features an electrical ballooning in the Barossa Valley. market representing 1.08 million motion platform with six The move marks the most travellers in 2017, up 5% on the VIRGIN Australia has gondolas of 10 seats each significant investment at the park previous year. introduced a new policy to suspended in front of a giant since the Thunder River Rapids Conceicao said a similar growth “acknowledge the important dome screen. tragedy of 2016, which claimed figure was anticipated for 2018. contribution veterans have It will combine motion- four lives (TD 26 Oct 2016). The Formula One Grand Prix, made to keeping our country programmed seating, 4K Sky Voyager was developed which takes place each Sep, safe and the role they play in our adventure flying footage and in partnership with simulation continues to be a major drawcard community,” the airline said. sensory effects to take guests on company Brogent Technologies with Conceicao saying the MICE Veterans who present their a simulated journey over some and travel website Experience Oz market continues to grow for cards and lapel pins during Australia’s most picturesque has been named ambassador for this event with Australians now the boarding process will be landscapes and destinations. the attraction. representing the second highest given priority boarding and be Experiences include gliding A render is pictured. attendees behind visitors from recognised onboard.

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Monday 5th November 2018 Daydream to debut Wu going solo in Apr 2019 WENDY Wu Tours (WWT) today confirmed the launch of a new DAYDREAM range of trips designed specially Island for solo travellers. Resort in the Almost two-thirds of WWT Whitsundays guests already travel solo, but the will officially company recognised the need to NSW Minister for Tourism and can all work together to ensure soft launch on 10 Apr 2019 create a bespoke range of trips Major Events Adam Marshall has travellers continue to develop a following an extensive two-year for this market segment, with no unveiled the state’s new Food & real hunger and thirst for NSW”. redevelopment. single supplement applicable to Wine Tourism Strategy and Action Marshall also detailed a 2030 The new look resort also the departures which were soft Plan, with the aim of helping to target of tripling overnight regional includes an updated brand launched two weeks ago. boost the vibrant culinary tourism visitor spending to $25 billion. (pictured), said to signal “the Group CEO Joe Karbo said sector. The plan was launched on Fri in revitalised premium offering there had already been a strong The initiative highlights 27 the regional city of Griffith at the guests will experience” including uptake for the offering, with actions which will be rolled out Piccolo Family Farm, with officials relaxed dining concepts, vibrant Japan proving the most popular by the NSW State Government, in attendance (pictured) including, bars and modern rooms & suites. destination at this stage. including marketing, product from left: John Dal Broi, Griffith The island will offer a revitalised A total of six new tours development workshops City Council Mayor; Wendy pool landscape with spectacular comprise the portfolio, taking and research to identify local Greiner, Chair of Murray Regional water views, with Director of in Vietnam, China, India and opportunities, trends and gaps. Tourism; Austin Evans, Member Sales and Marketing Jayson Heron Cambodia as well as Japan. Marshall said ongoing for Murray; Adam Marshall, NSW saying the brand “gives a nod to Trips range from 10-15 days collaboration between industry Minister for Tourism and Major the island’s heritage whilst also in duration, and include flexible and Government would play a key Events; Luke Piccolo, Piccolo looking to the future”. free time to allow participants to role in achieving the objectives Family Farm and owner/chef of Bookings are now being find their own dining options or laid out, encouraging food and Limone Dining; and Alex Smit accepted from 10 Apr 2019 explore on their own or with new- wine operators to become & Neil Druce, both Directors of onwards - for more information found friends - 1300 727 998. familiar with the plan “so we Destination Riverina Murray. see daydreamisland.com.

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Travel Daily e [email protected] t 1300 799 220 w www.traveldaily.com.au page 5 Qantas regional TA scores AFL deal QANTAS has expanded its TOURISM Australia (TA) will discounted fare program for again partner with the Australian residents in regional areas after a Football League (AFL) to support 12-month trial in selected cities. a game in Shanghai. The scheme allows residents to St Kilda will play Port Adelaide access discounts of 20-30% for in a Jun clash, with broadcasts Monday 5th November 2018 return travel between their local on television in Guangzhou and airport and the nearest capital Shanghai coinciding with various city or major centre. marketing and promotional India Tourism’s new faces Three airports have been added activities to help entice more to the scheme - Longreach, Chinese travellers to Australia. Blackall and Barcaldine, for travel “This will not only be a great to Brisbane. opportunity to help promote They join nine other points in the game in China, but also Queensland and WA that are presents a platform to promote already in the program. Australia as a world-class tourism Qantas has also tripled the destination,” said Federal Tourism number of annual trips a resident Minister Simon Birmingham. can make under the scheme, “I congratulate TA and the AFL from four return trips to 12. for the work they’re doing.”

INDIA Tourism said it remains earlier in the year (TD 11 Jul). firmly committed to the Speaking with TD at the Destination Country and Outback Australian market despite the Singapore office last week, NSW Chairperson closure of its local office as part Sudeshna Ramkumar, Assistant of a worldwide rationalisation Director India Tourism said that it Destination Country and Outback seeks to appoint a new Chairperson to was “business as usual” despite its Board. not having a physical presence Destination Country and Outback was established in 2017 to oversee within the Australian market. and implement Destination Management initiatives in its area to increase visitation and contribute towards achieving the NSW Government’s “We continue to work with overnight visitor expenditure goal for 2020. Destination Country and Outback the travel industry as the trade is a company limited by guarantee and funded by the NSW Government are most important to helping through Destination NSW, the Government’s lead agency for tourism and promote our destination,” major events. Ramkumar said. • Three year appointment Rail journeys and river cruise • Annual fee: $20,000 A-LeagueA•LEAGUE experiences within India are Applicants will need to have expertise, knowledge or skills (demonstrated earmarked for promotion as or by relevant qualifications or experience) in one or more of the following areas: Winner R3 well as a digital marketing push with Ramkumar saying that the • Leadership, strategic planning and business management Congratulations • Tourism/marketing/publicity expertise Singapore office can be contacted • Community and/or Local Government participation KARINA PETROVICS for trade support at info@ • Regional service delivery indiatourism.com.sg. • Working with multiple stakeholders and/or government from Travel Managers Ramkumar is pictured right with • Legal/audit, financial control and reporting/risk management Amit Raj, information officer. • International business/legal experience Karina is the top tipper • Asset management/market research for R3 of Travel Daily’s • Event management or promotion A-League footy tipping • Working with Aboriginal groups and communities and/or Local New ‘19 golf tours Government. competition. She’s won a THE Golf Touring Company has Candidates will need to demonstrate a strong understanding of corporate $250 travel voucher from announced two new tours for governance, a commitment to high ethical standards and teamwork, and Keith Prowse Travel. 2019, both available with 10% well developed communication, negotiation, advocacy and influencing skills. commission for travel agents. You will have well-developed skills in critical thinking, proven judgement and objectivity. The Destination Network has particular interest in increasing An 11-day Golf & Horseracing women’s representation on its boards and committees. Tour of England in Jun will take in The position description for the role can be downloaded from A-League tipping competition is the prestigious Royal Ascot races https://www.destinationnsw.com.au/contact-us/jobs sponsored by Etihad Airways and and includes rounds at several Applying for the Role Excite Holidays, with the top tipper top golf courses. Please direct your application to Ross Pearson, by email consisting of a for the season winning a trip to An 11-day Golf & the English covering letter [maximum two pages] as well as supplying an updated copy to see Manchester of your resume [maximum five pages] with relevant skills and experience City play. Premier League itinerary in Sep will be escorted by former player and identifying how these relate to the requirements of the role. Michael Bridges. Enquiries to: Ross Pearson, Chief Operating Officer, Destination NSW by Both tours are priced at email [email protected] or call (02) 9931 1320. $7,495ppts land only. Closing Date for Applications: 16 November 2018 at 5pm

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Monday 5th November 2018 Qantas Holidays - Canada and Alaska 2019-20 CANADA Qantas Holidays has begun distributing its Canada & ALASKA and Alaska brochure for the 2019-20 season. The Magellan honours achievers program includes the regulars of Rosedale on THE Magellan Robson in Vancouver, Rocky Mountaineer and Travel Group Avis and Alamo car hire, as well as a selection of celebrated in Alaskan cruising & wildlife experiences. It features style on Fri night, a range of new sightseeing options including the hosting its 2019 Gastronomic Gastown tour in Vancouver and the conference 2019-2020 Spectacular Glacier Seaplane tour from Whistler.

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It also includes sections for holiday Channel 7’s Mark inspirations, travel tips and information on how to Beretta, and get around in the destination. sponsored by APT and Qantas Sunlover Holidays - Qld Rail Holidays 2019-20 Sunlover Holidays’ 2019-20 Queensland Rail Airways. QUEENSLAND Award winners on the night included Melissa Provaroni from Rheom RAIL HOLIDAYS Holidays brochure features an extensive range of holiday packages combining Queensland Rail Travel - pictured above with Magellan GM Andrew Macfarlane and train journeys with accommodation and “must do” Beretta - who was named the Rising Star of the Year. experiences. New packages making their debut Other winners included James Jang of Where2travel Malvern as in 2019-20 include the six-day Daydream Island Magellan’s Leisure Travel Consultant of the Year; Joanne Cranston Getaway, five-day Townsville Adventure, six-day from Maxim’s Palm Cove Experience, and five-day Outback Travel who was 2019/20 Concierge Package. Corporate Travel Consultant of the Year; Dayne Byrne TAFE WOW Africa Solomons bonus from Platinum TAFE NSW Sydney’s Travel, TOURISM Solomons is offering Travel Corporation Tourism and Events will host an agents the opportunity to win a who took out upcoming World on Wednesdays pre-paid Visa card, as part of the the Specialist event next week on 14 Nov. ongoing promotion of the new Consultant of the The regular updates feature “Solomon Is” branding (TD 06 Jul). Year category; a series of presentations from To be in the running, simply and the new destination and tourism industry provide a short picture caption 2018 Loyalty experts, with the final session for for the mega-cute image below. Award which was 2019 seeing Bench Africa’s Martin presented jointly Edwards up the front. to Blair Leslie of Mosman Travel and Tina Killeen from Spencer Travel. Students, staff and industry The winners will fly Qantas Business class to San Francisco on an are welcome to attend the all-expenses-paid presentation for some valuable trip personally professional development - escorted by register by CLICKING HERE. Macfarlane, courtesy of SkyPoint renovation Qantas Airways THE Gold Coast’s SkyPoint and Visit Observation Deck has unveiled its California. recently renovated event space Also pictured on level 78, following more than above are a $900,000 of investment in the colourful Suzanne attraction by Ardent Leisure. Bohme and Reece The private area was featured Farmilo of Out in a special Event Showcase last For more information or to And About Travel, Thu, with business delegates enter email Richard Skewes on while at right are from across Brisbane and the [email protected], with the Emma Davie from Scenic with Helen Paulus of Geelong Travel. Gold Coast experiencing it - see competition closing on 14 Nov. Lots more Magellan pics at facebook.com.traveldaily. traveldaily.com.au/videos. Travel Daily e [email protected] t 1300 799 220 w www.traveldaily.com.au page 7 Austria’s third Destination Summit FROM 14-21 Oct the Austrian National Tourist Office hosted the 3rd “Austria Destination Summit” (ADS) for 60 top travel advisors from Australia and the USA. Participants came together in Vienna for three days before they could choose one of four post-convention Mon 5th November 2018 tours to explore Burgenland/Styria, Tirol, Salzburg/Salzkammergut and Vorarlberg. The educational focus of the ADS was the “Destination Day” held at Schönbrunn Palace, an in-depth learning experience and meeting opportunity with 30 key suppliers. The experiential Vienna program included an evening at Belvedere Palace to come face to face with Klimt’s The Kiss, a welcome cocktail at the Park Hyatt Vienna for members of the Australian contingent and explorations by bike, discovering the more modern side of Austria’s capital and taste-testing Viennese flavours. A much talked about highlight was an exclusive private performance at the Spanish Riding School complete with dinner afterwards in the baroque reception rooms of the Imperial Palace. The aim of the ADS is for travel agents to “engage, explore, experience” what the heart of Europe has to offer, particularly for high-end clients, and the week-long itinerary was specifically curated to match supply and demand with a high number of THE Australian contingent in Virtuoso agencies present. front of the Schönbrunn Palace. The Australian market shows continued growth for Austria, an increase of about 30% of overnights in the last six years – a SUPPLIER workshop result that was toasted to in Vienna! during Destination Day.

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DESTINATION Day at Schönbrunn Palace. EXPLORING Vienna by bike. WELCOME Drinks at Park Hyatt Vienna.

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