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From the manager's desk.. |
Welcome to the new financial year for 2008/2009! It’s officially winter and the cold breeze is blowing in but rest assured the weather won’t dampen our mood or our busy schedule, with a multitude of trade events, familiarisations and membership renewals underway.
The highlight of July is the festivities surrounding World Youth Day 08 as we welcome 2,000 international pilgrims that will call the region home for the event. Don't forget the Days of the Dioceses 10 - 13 July 2008. Click here for more details.
On a sad note, a former long serving Tourism Wollongong staff member Michael Kelly recently passed away. The Tourism Wollongong Board and staff pay their respects and offer condolences to Michael's family and friends.
Until next month,
Greg Binskin
General Manager
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New APT Grand Pacific Drive day tour! |
Grand Pacific Drive, in partnership with APT are proud to welcome a luxury coach sightseeing tour taking in parts of the NSW South Coast and Southern Highlands.
The initiative was in response to the growing numbers of international visitors keen to experience Grand Pacific Drive but are not wanting to self drive. The day tour includes the prime attractions Symbio Wildlife Park, Bald Hill Lookout, Sea Cliff Bridge, Five Islands Brewing Company, Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk and the legendary Bradman Museum of Cricket, the APT Grand Pacific Drive day tour is the first for the region.
The tour departs Sydney every Thursday at 8:30am. First tour is scheduled to depart 17 July 2008 at an introductory special price of $99. For further information click here.
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Grand Pacific Drive - becoming an internationally renowned drive! |
Over the June long weekend, we took the opportunity, prior to ATE to showcase the latest A list tourism products to the International Regional Directors of Tourism NSW. The team represents international markets; Japan, North Asia, South Asia, New Zealand, UK/Europe and North America.
They experienced Harley rides along Grand Pacific Drive and inspected some of our newest properties; Medina Executive Wollongong and Hotel Ibis Wollongong. A special seafood lunch at The Lagoon Restaurant was followed by a 'tour to the edge’ at Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk and a browse through the Bradman Museum of Cricket in the town of Bowral.
What better way to further strengthen our relationship with Tourism NSW, showing the international team first hand what the region has to offer.
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I would like to extend a very big thank you to the members of Tourism Wollongong who continue to support the familiarisation program of Grand Pacific Drive. In June we hosted four familiarisations, showcasing a diverse range of accommodation properties, local attractions and activities, a variety of restaurants and venues within the region.
We welcomed VIP agents from Thailand and Abhilasha Jain; Tourism Australia Manager, India. Abhilasha had two exciting days in the region, experiencing the thrill of sky diving, Harley rides, taking in the views at Bald Hill, Sea Cliff Bridge and Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk and sampling the fine foods of the region at Diggies and Ghedias Indian Restaurant.
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Business tourism WOWed by Wollongong |
Wollongong Conference and Events hosted a 2 day mega familiarisation for industry colleagues and journalists alike on 19 and 20 June 2008. The Wollongong Conference and Events members were given the opportunity to present their services at a showcasing event at the Novotel Wollongong Northbeach and also pre and post touring options. They enjoyed a scenic flight to view the dramatic landscape of Grand Pacific Drive, Harley rides, experienced the new Illawarra Fly Tree Top Walk and attended events such as Disney on Ice at the WEC.
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2008/2009 memberships – make the most of the opportunities! |
Membership renewal applications are on their way out to all current Tourism Wollongong and Wollongong Conference and Events members.
2008/2009 is proving to be a year full of invaluable opportunities to grow awareness of your product both domestically and internationally, so with this in mind, make the most of the business opportunities on hand and submit your renewal application today!
If you need any further information about your current membership or have any general enquiries feel free to contact Vera Cvetkoski.
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Winter warmers – packages to suit all |
Does the thought of sleeping in, tucked under a cosy doona with crisp sheets appeal? How about enjoying a complimentary bottle of wine with that special someone? Delightful indulgences like these don’t come up too often so make the most of these wonder winter warmer deals and let someone else make breakfast for you for a change!
Treat yourself to these great deals by clicking here to view the latest toasty packages. There’s a special something for everyone!
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What: Bangarra Dance Theatre's Mathinna
When: Wednesday 2 July - Friday 4 July 2008
Where: Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, 32 Burelli Street, Wollongong
Info: 02 4220 2800 or website
What: Vanessa Amorossi - Live in Concert @ Waves
When: Friday 5 July 2008
Where: Towradgi Beach Hotel, 170 Pioneer Road, Towradgi
Info: 02 4283 3588 or website
What: St George Illawarra Dragons vs. Canberra Raiders
When: Sunday 13 July 2008
Where: WIN Entertainment Centre, Cnr Crown and Harbour Street, Wollongong
Info: 02 4220 2828 or website
What: World Youth Day Week 'WYD2008'
When: Tuesday 15 July 2008 - Sunday 20 July 2008
Where: Various Venues
Info: 02 4253 0900 or website
What: Drum Tao – Martial art of the drum
When: Wednesday 16 July 2008
Where: WIN Entertainment Centre, Cnr Crown and Harbour Street, Wollongong
Info: 02 4220 2828 or website
What: Illawarra Mercury Bridal Expo
When: Sunday 20 July 2008
Where: WIN Entertainment Centre, Cnr Crown and Harbour Street, Wollongong
Info: 02 4220 2828 or website
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