News: Tourism
British & Irish Lions rugby test match at MCG delivers busiest Melbourne hotel night on record
An estimated 40,000 British & Irish Lions rugby fans visited Melbourne to watch the two games against Australia's National Rugby Union Team, the Wallabies with more than 90,000...
Aug 13, 2025
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Western Australian Government assists RASWA with discounted tickets for 2025 Perth Royal Show
The Western Australian Government is investing $2.8 million in this year’s eight-day Perth Royal Show to assist the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia (RASWA) in...
Aug 13, 2025
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World Leisure Organisation counts down to 2025 Congress
Set to be hosted in the Netherlands city of Breda, the upcoming 18th World Leisure Congress is set to bring together leisure professionals from over 30 countries to explore how...
Aug 13, 2025
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ABS releases new data on Australian tourism
The Australian Bureau of Statistics has released its annual analysis of overseas arrivals and departures data, with data for 2024-25 now available. Whether it's to see...
Aug 13, 2025
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Sphere Entertainment concludes agreement for Abu Dhabi venue and looks for smaller-scale arenas
An agreement between Sphere Entertainment and Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) will see the second Sphere venue developed in the capital of the United Arab...
Aug 12, 2025
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Perth Symposium gathers experts to discuss Western Australia’s worst coral bleaching event on record
With the Western Australian community deeply invested in their marine environment, from conservation through to ecotourism and recreation, the marine heatwave that has caused...
Aug 12, 2025
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Campgrounds and hiking trails upgraded from Alpine region to Central Victoria
Campgrounds and hiking trails from the Alpine region to Central Victoria are being upgraded so visitors can experience the very best of Victoria’s great outdoors. The completion...
Aug 12, 2025
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Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West sets new standard for wellness-driven tourism
Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West, located along Cambodia's pristine coastline and a longtime pioneer of sustainable hospitality in Southeast Asia, has launched its signature retreat...
Aug 12, 2025
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International Trampoline Park Association announces ROLLER partnership
The International Adventure and Trampoline Park Association (IATP) has revealed a new partnership with ROLLER software, naming it as the preferred point-of-sale (POS) provider...
Aug 11, 2025
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$11 million investment to drive reopening of Melbourne Star Observation Wheel
New investors are to back Ferris wheel operator Skyline Attractions in the reopening of the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel. Collectively contributing $11 million in a deal...
Aug 11, 2025
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Ascott multi-typology brand strategy drives expansion into key leisure hotspots across Asia and Middle East
Recent signings across Asia and the Middle East reflect The Ascott Limited’s strategic expansion into key leisure hotspots. The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is the wholly owned...
Aug 11, 2025
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Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa reopens after $1.7 million refurbishment
Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa - located in the Victorian spa town of, Daylesford - has officially reopened following a stunning $1.7 million refurbishment. The upgrades were...
Aug 10, 2025
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Legoland Shanghai releases visitation report from first month of operations
Legoland Shanghai Resort has released a report on its first month of operations, showing that the attraction has prioritised visitor experience since its grand opening, with...
Aug 10, 2025
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Perth secures trio of rowing championships between 2027 and 2030
Western Australia has secured three major Rowing Australia national events with Perth selected to host the Australian Rowing Championships, Australian Beach Sprint Championships...
Aug 10, 2025
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2025 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference welcomes 350 delegates to Fiji
Bringing together tourism professionals, destination representatives, academics and sustainability experts from around the world to discuss key challenges and solutions in...
Aug 10, 2025
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Savills sees tourism and rising spending driving retail growth in Australian cities
Retail property in Australia’s CBDs is thriving, driven by a growing number of Asian tourists, a rebound in domestic consumer spending and infrastructure upgrades according to...
Aug 9, 2025
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Thailand's Banyan Tree Krabi resort launches Jurassic Explorer package for guests
The spectacular limestone cliffs and lush landscape of Thailand's Krabi have returned to the silver screen as the primary film location of the newly released movie, Jurassic...
Aug 9, 2025
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Sunrise indigenous cultural tour introduced at Mon Repos newly opened nature resort
NRMA Parks and Resorts has partnered with Bundaberg’s First Nations owned and operated Taribelang Bunda Cultural Tours to offer guests at the newly opened nature resort at Mon...
Aug 9, 2025
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Jurassic World walk-through experience opens in Bangkok
A New Immersive Walk-Through Experience based on the Jurassic World movie has opened in the Thai capital of Bangkok. Sited at the Asiatique The Riverfront Destination, Jurassic...
Aug 8, 2025
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Arts funding boost builds workforce and encourages cultural tourism for Western Australia
Contemporary Art Spaces Mandurah (CASM) and Arts Narrogin are the latest recipients of targeted initiative support through the Western Australian Government’s Regional...
Aug 7, 2025
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Recreation Aotearoa releases revised guidelines for New Zealand Mountain Bike Trail Design
Aimed at improving safety, consistency, sustainability and accessibility, Recreation Aotearoa has released updated New Zealand Mountain Bike Trail Design Guidelines, supported...
Aug 7, 2025
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Brisbane’s calendar of blockbuster events contributed to record $1.4 billion in economic activity
Brisbane’s calendar of blockbuster events, conferences and strategic global marketing has contributed to the Brisbane Economic Development Agency (BEDA) delivering its biggest...
Aug 7, 2025
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Overwhelming demand sees Bluey’s World immersive attraction experience extended through March 2026
Since opening in November 2024, the immersive attraction Bluey’s World has attracted 300,000 visitors - capturing hearts, sparking imaginations, and now delivering a refreshed...
Aug 7, 2025
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Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor launches new exhibition of leading Khmer Artists
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, the 93-year-old luxury hotel on the doorstep of ancient Khmer archaeological sites near Siem Reap in Cambodia, has introduced a new art exhibition...
Aug 6, 2025
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