News: Tourism

Australians wary of outdoor bush activities as extreme weather looms over summer holidays

As Australians prepare for their summer holiday activities in the outdoors, a new poll shows that a majority are concerned about extreme weather events ruining their plans. An Essential…

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Dec 23, 2024 Environment / Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

New research shows that tourism is responsible for 9% of global carbon emissions

Carbon emissions related to the tourism industry have risen over last decade and now make up 9% of the global total according to new research. The University of Queensland-led study -…

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Dec 11, 2024 Environment / Tourism /

 
 

2024 sees global tourism approach full recovery

Despite economic, geopolitical and climate challenges, the global tourism industry is expected to reach a full recovery from the biggest crisis in its history by the end of the year. The…

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Dec 7, 2024 Marketing / Tourism /

 
 

Global Sustainable Tourism Council publishes new Attractions Criteria

Aiming to help attractions businesses - such as theme parks, museums, national parks and waterparks - in implementing sustainable practices in response to the growing focus on…

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Nov 25, 2024 ByKaren Sweaney Environment / Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

Australian Ski Areas Association names new Chief Executive

The Australian Ski Areas Association (ASAA) has today announced the appointment of Josh Elliott as its new Chief Executive, replacing the late Colin Hackworth who died last month.…

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Nov 7, 2024 Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

Ecotourism Australia announces new Board appointments and releases 2024 Annual Report

Ecotourism Australia had a stellar year in 2023-2024 as the increased demand for sustainable tourism continues and their ambition to inspire a more sustainable future for the tourism…

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Oct 17, 2024 Environment / Tourism /

 
 

Vietnam’s Anam Cam Ranh resort reveals wellness and recreation precinct

Aimed at promoting wellbeing, an 18-hole mini golf course, driving range, clubhouse, football field, tennis court, running track and organic sustainable farm are among the new offerings at…

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Oct 14, 2024 Environment / Golf / Hospitality / Sport / Tourism /

 
 

All-time attendance record broken across NSW’s major venues

Following Sunday’s NRLW and NRL Grand Finals at Accor Stadium, the state’s major venues have smashed their all-time attendance record with over four million fans attending live…

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Oct 8, 2024 Environment / Events / Sport / Tourism /

 
 

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