Like all the world’s coral reefs, the Great Barrier Reef is under threat. Global warming, storm damage, Crown of Thorns Starfish (CoTS) outbreaks and pollution have all had an impact on the R…
NZHIC 2018 aims to help grow the tourism industry into the regions
Sharing New Zealand’s tourism boom into the regions will be top of the agenda at this year’s New Zealand Hotel Industry Conference (NZHIC).The conference is the largest of its kind in N…
Grab the doggy teepee! Here’s 5 pet-friendly campgrounds near Brisbane
Camping with your best-friend is a swag-full of fun. Think hiking, beach hangs and ending the day with a meaningful, emoji-free conversation and a glass (or two) of wine by a warm campfire. Sounds …
How to do Lamington National Park
Before you ask, no, this national park is not dipped in chocolate and rolled in coconut – but trust us, Lamington National Park is just as more-ish.You’ll find it just over 100 clicks s…
Exclusive Video: Virgin Australia reveals new trans-Tasman strategy
Exclusive by James Wilkinson in AdelaideVirgin Australia is set to up the ante on trans-Tasman flights following the upcoming cessation on October 28 of the airline’s partnership with Air New…
Exclusive Video: Massive impact of Australian Tourism Exchange
The impact of Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE), currently being held in Adelaide this week (Apr 18), has hit extraordinary levels, according to Tourism Australia’s Managing Director, John O&…
Aerial photography 101: How to shoot the Great Barrier Reef from above
As a specialist in aerial photography, I get to see a lot of extremely beautiful landscapes from a very unique perspective. That opportunity is never lost on me or my pilot, Joe.If I’m in a f…
7 ways to see Indigenous Art in Queensland
From the numinous beauty of ancient Aboriginal rock etchings to the bold shapes and intricate patterns of lino prints from the Torres Strait, Queensland’s Indigenous peoples have long weaved …
Whakatane: A brief time of plenty
There is much to enjoy here on a mother-and-daughter getaway weekend, writes Lorna Subritzky.It’s officially autumn in Aotearoa — well, everywhere except Whakatane. In this Eastern Bay …
What’s new in Kakadu?
Kakadu is gearing up for a bumper 2018 tourism season with the return of Flash Camp, upgrades to accommodation and the staging of various food festivals and events as well as the 30th anniversary o…