We also attended and presented at:

• Victorian Tourism Conference 2014 
• TRAVELtech 2014
• Creating Smart Connections - Destination Gippsland
• Roadshows and visits to 7 out of 8 of our wonderful States and Territories

 

Australian Regional Tourism Network (ARTN) 2014 Convention 

Bookeasy were proud sponsors at the recent Australian Regional Tourism Network (ARTN) 2014 Convention.  Bookeasy's very own Nathan Bugeja went “speed dating” during an information session that was delivered to the various industry participants of the conference.  After the conclusion of 8 rounds of speed dating, participants were provided a great overview and were better informed on the products and services Bookeasy and Tourism Holdings have on offer for regional tourism.

 

Regional tourism is a vital sector of the Australian economy and key to the sustainability and vibrancy of many of our communities.  Nearly half of the nation’s tourism expenditure occurs in regional Australia, equating to more than $18.8 billion in revenue.  As well, tourism employs more Australians than mining and more than forestry, agriculture and fishing combined.

Nathan Bugeja - Speed dating and sharing Bookeasy
knowledge and insight with various ARTN participants

About the Australian Regional Tourism Network (ARTN)

The people who make up the tourism industry are dedicated, passionate and world class visionaries.  The ARTN is the peak body that represents these regional tourism practitioners and acts as a hub for collaboration, cooperation, ideas generation, knowledge sharing, networking and so much more.  The ARTN, on behalf of its members, advocates the fostering of sustainable regional development and amplifies key messages to government, other industries and industry sectors, researchers, educators and the public.

Find out more about ARTN and membership options at www.regionaltourism.com.au. 

 

 

Queensland Tourism Awards 2014

On Friday 28 November 2014, the 30th anniversary of the 2014 Queensland Tourism Awards was held at Brisbane's spectacular Royal International Convention Centre.

Bookeasy General Manager, Tony Shine, with Sir Frank Moore and QTIC Chief Executive Daniel Gschwind.

 

Bookeasy was a proud sponsor at the event, which recognise local industry contributors in over 32 award categories, hosted by the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC).

 

"The Queensland Tourism Awards give businesses and individuals an opportunity to take pride in their contributions to the industry, raise the standard of quality tourism experiences throughout the state and strive for ongoing improvements to achieve our tourism goals," said QTIC Chief Executive Daniel Gschwind. "Since 1985, the Queensland Tourism Awards have served to highlight tourism's powerful role in driving Queensland's economic and community development."

 

Jann Stuckey, the Minister for Tourism, said the awards are a benchmark for industry excellence. "Operators who strive to find something extra, and give tourists an experience they will never forget should be congratulated," she said.

 

Click here to see a full list of the Queensland award winners, as well as all other states and territories. 

 

 

2014 Whitsunday Tourism and Business Awards  

Bookeasy were proud sponsors at the recent 2014 Whitsunday Tourism & Business Awards which have been the regions premier tourism event since their inception in 2002. It was a night to celebrate individual achievements in the pursuit of excellence in business, and to acknowledge businesses and individuals that through their efforts and support have helped to grow the Whitsunday region.

 

Nathan Bugeja (left) and Brittni Stewart (far right) with the Whitsunday Marketing and Development team