| | | | | | | | |  | | TOURISM AUSTRALIA UPDATE | | With the welcome return of Chinese travellers this year, we are seeing a steady recovery of the market with visitation back to 46 per cent of 2019 levels for the month of June. As with all markets when they reopen, the initial surge has been driven by visiting friends and relatives in particular, however we are starting to see an increase in holiday visitor arrivals also. As always, aviation capacity is key to this, and we are scheduled to be at 80 per cent of 2019 aviation capacity by December this year. Whilst there are growing reports that cost of living pressures are affecting the discretionary spend of travellers right around the world, our partners on the ground in China are consistently telling us that Australia remains one of the top destinations for inquiries, and recent data (the 2023 H1 China Outbound Tourism Statistics Report) tells us we are the second highest out of region destination for outbound Chinese travellers (behind the US) which is encouraging news. In good news for the cruising industry, the NSW Government announced last week the removal of cruise specific COVID protocol, the change followed advice on Friday that measures had been removed at the federal level after a decision by the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC). This decision brings Australia into line with what is being done internationally and it is hoped that other states will make similar changes following the federal advice. Phillipa Harrison | | |
| | | | | | Tourism Australia ACTIVITY | | | | | |  | | Register for September Industry Webinar | | Tourism Australia’s September Industry Webinar will be held on Friday 29 September at 11am AEST. The webinar will include an update on Tourism Australia’s activities and insights along with industry guests. Register to attend here. Last Friday, 25 August the August Industry Webinar took place. The webinar included an update on some of the latest data points and insights, along with our recent activities. Senator the Hon Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and Tourism also joined along with Emma Terry, CEO, South Australian Tourism Commission, and Robin Mack, Tourism Australia’s EGM, Commercial and Business Events. Watch a replay online and download the slide deck here. | | |  | | Tourism Australia wins Virtuoso Luminary Award | | Virtuoso, the leading global network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, announced its 2023 Virtuoso Travel Awards during the 35th annual Virtuoso Travel Week, which took place from 12 to 18 August in Las Vegas. Tourism Australia received the prestigious Luminary Award, which recognises a Virtuoso partner that upholds the highest professional standards, serves as a leader in their industry and embodies the spirit of the Virtuoso network through their dedication and engagement. Luxury travel specialists Southern Crossings for taking out the Best Onsite award. | | | | | | | | | |  | | Applications open for Western Australian regional events funding support for 2024-25 | | The WA Government will provide up to $1.1 million in funding for regional events across WA as part of the 2024-25 Regional Events Scheme (RES). The annual RES funding supports smaller and developing events in regional WA, with money available to attract visitors to WA's regions and stimulate local economies. It also provides $250,000 for the Regional Aboriginal Events Scheme (RAES) to support events that showcase and celebrate Aboriginal activities and experiences through the leadership and participation of Aboriginal people. Click here for more information. | | |  | | TICT Emissions Reduction Initiative | | The Tourism Industry Council Tasmania (TICT) Emissions Reduction Initiative, supported by the Tasmanian Government, will run two programs enabling eligible operators to better understand their carbon emissions profile and take steps to reduce it. Two programs will be run – Net Zero Activation (for smaller operators) and Net Zero Advanced (for larger or more complex operators). Visit the TICT website to learn more and apply. Applications close Friday 1 September 2023. | | | | | | | | | |  | | Hotel Clicquot 2023 announces culinary experiences | | This October, Australia will host the world’s only Hotel Clicquot, a place to live the Veuve Clicquot ‘solaire’ lifestyle. A highlight of this year’s luxurious pop-up is a series of extraordinary, money-can’t buy culinary journeys led by some of the country’s finest chefs, such as the five-hatted Peter Gilmore (Quay, Bennelong), legendary Martin Benn (ex Sepia, Society) and Chris Hemsworth’s private chef, Sergio Perera. Set on the beachfront at Sunshine Beach, Queensland, Hotel Clicquot Australia will welcome guests from 13 to 28 October for glorious three-night stays filled with Clicquot-inspired activities. Hotel Clicquot has been created as a place where guests can discover the extraordinary world of Veuve Clicquot, with unforgettable experiences ranging from private dinners to picnics on the beach, and champagne sunsets poolside to lazy days cruising the coastline. | | |  | | Moxy Hotels launches Sydney Airport property | | Moxy Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, has launched Moxy Sydney Airport. Situated in the Sydney/Warrane suburb of Mascot, the vibrant new 301-bedroom hotel is located near both Sydney’s Domestic and International Airports, and offers an unconventional hotel experience, with its stylish, industrial design, vibrant communal spaces, 24/7 dining options, flexible working and meeting spaces and social service. Designed by International Canadian interior designers MAED. COLLECTIVE, the hotel’s façade is distinguished by a striking public art mural created by local artist Elliott Routledge and features unpretentious and laid-back yet still modern and stylish dining options. | | | | | | | |  | | Pioneering South Australian food and drink festival set to return in 2024 | | Australia’s longest running culinary tourism festival Tasting Australia will return to South Australia in 2024. After this year’s 10-day festival attracting record crowds, including over 68,000 people venturing to the festival’s Town Square in the centre of Adelaide/Tarntanya at Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga, the 2024 event will run from Friday 3 May to Sunday 12 May. Tasting Australia showcases South Australia as a true international culinary hotspot, bringing together top chefs, drinks makers and industry leaders from all around the globe, exposing them to the state’s incredible produce working alongside our amazing local talent. The Tasting Australia program for 2024 will be announced later this year. | | |  | | Perth/Boorloo’s iconic waterpark to open new experience for summer | | Perth’s Outback Splash is preparing for a big summer ahead, with construction well underway on the highly anticipated addition, ‘The Lagoon’. Opening late November, ‘The Lagoon’ will be a luxurious oasis within Perth/Boorloo’s iconic waterpark in the Swan Valley. It will feature an expansive resort-style pool, surrounded by lush tropical landscapes and lavish amenities. Early Bird Season Passes are now on sale, with a celebratory 10 per cent discount available until 23 September. Prior to the launch of ‘The Lagoon’, the remainder of Outback Splash’s water attractions will turn back on Saturday 23 September, just in time for the September school holidays. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | s |
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