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25.01.2022 Dont forget to vote for your favourite finalist for Tassies Top Tourism Town! Voting closes midnight this Sunday. Visit our blog to discover the finalists and cast your vote: spiritoftasmania.com.au/blog/tassies-top-tourism-town

25.01.2022 This looks like an amazing opportunity

25.01.2022 Tourism Spending For a Rapid Recovery Media Release 12 November 2020 ... Comments attributed to Luke Martin, Chief Executive of Tourism Industry Council Tasmania ‘The Tasmanian Government has walked the talk when it comes to supporting our tourism recovery from COVID.’ ‘We welcome the record expenditure for Tourism Tasmania to invest in destination marketing and partnerships with our airlines to restore our visitor demand quickly, and ensure we can compete with other destinations across Australia. ‘It will be a bit of an arms race between the States over coming months fighting for their share of the domestic visitor market, and it is critical Tourism Tasmania has the resources it needs to maximise our share. ‘We welcome the additional funding being made available to the Government’s own critical tourism assets in regional Tasmania, including the Port Arthur Historic Site and the West Coast Wilderness Railway, who have been hit with revenue cuts, but must maintain their services as drawcards into regional Tasmania. ‘There is a lot of important investments earmarked in generational tourism infrastructure projects across the State, including improvements to Freycinet, upgrading the Lyell Highway between Strahan and Queenstown, developing the next iconic walk on the West Coast, upgrading the Airports, and the game-changing investment in Cradle Mountain. ‘These projects give tourism operators and investors confidence in the future while ensuring some of our most precious assets are able to cope with future visitor demand. ‘As Premier and Tourism Minister Peter Gutwein has had to make very some painful decisions over the past few months that have impacted severely on our tourism industry. ‘But today he has delivered for us, and has given us a platform to surge ahead over the next 12-months.’

24.01.2022 Today were doing another round of sessions with Southern Tasmanian operators discussing the priorities within the T21 Tasmanian Visitor Economy Recovery Plan. First up, officially Australias top tourist attraction, the iconic and Australian Tourism Award-winning Port Arthur Historic Site, Tasmania!

24.01.2022 At the recent Tasmanian Tourism Conference, TICT CEO Luke Martin spoke on the future of cruise ships to Tasmania, and the review now underway as part of the T21 - Tasmanian Visitor Economy Action Plan to define a long term plan for cruising to Tasmania. A number of operators have asked for details of the address, and the review. We thought we'd post an extract from Luke's address. 'This is a sensitive time to talk about the cruise industry following the tragedies of the Rub...Continue reading

24.01.2022 Tassie, you might not be able to but from September 12 you can do a local road trip with us. JUMP. IS. BACK! This time were doing it for the locals with three... of the best 1 day experiences ever . You can rock up solo, as a couple or with a group of mates, every Saturday and Sunday! Were not talking about a dowdy old bus tour but if youre busting to break out the socks and thongs combo, who are we to stop you? Weve seen all types over the years - were the guys whove put Tassie on the map for young travellers worldwide with 13 years of awards stashed in the pool room. Our locals trips will hit up the best of Bruny, the Peninsula or the Huon Valley and you can tie in a Pennicott cruise to up the brag factor. Well wrap up at a winery, brewery or cidery, depending on the trip you choose. Best part is, we take care of the driving so everyone can join in for a few of Tassies finest Details to come, in the meantime put down the hand sanitizer and give our socials some distance by SHARING this page with your friends! Check back in with us as well give you more info in the days ahead

24.01.2022 Today were on the amazing East Coast talking tourism, the T21 Visitor Economy Recovery Plan, borders, industry assistance, visitor information, and the absolute best lobster rolls on the planet(!) East Coast Tasmania

24.01.2022 Holly is back! With school holiday's coming to an end this weekend, the weather warming up, and those travel vouchers needing to be used, Spring is the perfect... time to 'Take on Tassie' at a quieter pace before our interstate visitors return in a couple of months. Holly recently visited the gorgeous town of Stanley and Tarkine Tasmania to check out one of Tasmania's most spectaular gems. There are some amazing places to stay right through Stanley, including Horizon Deluxe Apartments, which boats the absolute picture perfect postcard view of Stanley's famous Nut. Check it out...

23.01.2022 It appears Mayor Mick Tucker is pretty chuffed with his St Helens being named Tassies Top Tourism Town! Watch Win TV news tonight for a full report live from St Helens. Great write up in todays Mercury of all the reaction to yesterdays results https://www.themercury.com.au//1208f453c7d4f5e468d4b906931

23.01.2022 TICT has this week written to all Tourism Accredited and Accommodation Star Rated Operators advising we will be waiving all 2021 Accreditation and Accommodation Star Ratings Renewal Fees for operators currently participating in the program. This is a significant and important decision for our organisation to remove one business cost for all our accredited operators as we work our way back together from the impacts of COVID. Tasmania has the highest rate of voluntary tourism ...accreditation and participation in quality assurance programs in the Australian tourism industry. This is something we can all be very proud of and is at the heart of our reputation as a quality, professional tourism industry. The TICT Board feel strongly that we do not want cost to be the reason for any of our loyal, committed quality tourism operators across the State to lose their tourism accreditation, and then not be able to access our industry programs and services when they are probably most needed. We also know as we continue to advocate for further government assistance and support for your businesses, we need to also look carefully at what we can do ourselves. We hope this small saving will go some way in alleviating cost pressures in your business, and ensure you remain committed as Quality Tasmanian tourism operators through 2021. This initiative is only possible because of the support we receive for tourism accreditation from the Tasmanian Government, through Tourism Tasmania, along with TICTs loyal and generous sponsors and preferred industry suppliers. 2021 Accreditation Certificates and Stickers will be distributed to all accredited and star rated operates from the start of December.

23.01.2022 Congratulations Stanley and Tarkine Tasmania - winner of the The Mercury Newspaper Readers Choice Award for receiving the most public votes in the inaugural Spirit of Tasmania Search for Tassies Top Tourism Town!

23.01.2022 Third place in the inaugural Spirit of Tasmania search for Tassies Top Tourism Town is the town of murals, mazes, and jaw-dropping landscapes, Sheffield! Congratulations to the team at Sheffield for a fantastic entry!

23.01.2022 Tasmanian Young Tourism Professionals Network Networking Breakfast - Launceston Young and emerging Tasmanian tourism and hospitality operators and professionals are warmly invited to join us for breakfast - to share war stories from COVID, meet some new industry colleagues, and hear from some fantastic industry leaders. ... The Tasmanian Young Tourism Professionals Network is an initiative of TICT designed to bring together and grow an emerging generation of outstanding young Tasmanian tourism and hospitality professionals and operators. We launched the initiative with events in 2019 that went really well, and are very pleased to kick-start the Network with two great events, coinsciding with the 2020 Tasmanian Tourism Conferences.

22.01.2022 The inaugural Spirit of Tasmania Tassies Top Tourism Town will be announced tomorrow - Wednesday! You can watch the announcement live via The Mercury Newspaper Facebook Page and our page here. Stay tuned for a time...

22.01.2022 Its been eagerly awaited but looks like its going to be worth the wait! Coming to our Far South!!

21.01.2022 Tune in now....

21.01.2022 Tasmania's Tourism Industry Council Tasmania and Tasmanian Hospitality Association are cooking up a new registered training organisation. And while the project'...s being backed by the State Government...it's likely to vye for the same potential students as TasTAFE. To understand the issues and find out how you can help the future of your local media, visit www.saveourvoices.com.au #WINNews6pm #SaveOurVoices

20.01.2022 One Tasmanian Tourism Conference spread across two days in two cities After a couple of false starts, TICT Is very pleased to announce the dates for the 2020 Tasmanian Tourism Conference!... Like all things this year were having to make adjustments and do things differently to give as many operators and industry stakeholders across the State the opportunity to be a part of our major annual industry event. We are splitting our program of speakers and topics across two days, in two venues, at both ends of the State come to one day or come to both! With two solid days of conferencing from 10.30am 5pm, the program will focus on our T21 Recovery Plan, the priorities for rebuilding our industry from COVID, and our long term aspirations for Tasmanian Tourism. This will be your chance to gather with industry colleagues to talk openly and frankly about the big challenges and opportunities we face as an industry. Of course we will also try and have some fun in the company of friends and colleagues because that is the Tasmanian Tourism way! As always, the program includes some fantastic networking events, with insightful industry working lunches and good fun evening cocktail parties. Due to social gathering restrictions, numbers are capped for both venues. Program and speaker announcements will be made in two weeks when registrations open, but for now, save the date and stay tuned to secure your spot. The teams at Country Club and Wrest Point are working hard to ensure the conference complies with all COVID social gathering requirements so we can gather together in a way that will be safe for us all. We know that after a long, difficult year everyone will welcome the opportunity to let their hair down and spend time with industry colleagues. PROGRAM LAUNCH & REGISTRATIONS OPEN SOON

20.01.2022 After many, many years of talk, Tasmania’s tourism and hospitality sectors are finally getting a Training Organisation truly their own! The Tasmanian Government today announced $1 million of seed funding to support the establishment of a new not-for-profit training organisation for the tourism and hospitality industries. The new Training Organisation is a joint venture between TICT and the Tasmanian Hospitality Association and will seek to establish commercial partnerships ...with employers across the two sectors to deliver outcome-focussed training. Importantly, the organisation will be owned and led by industry and a not for profit company focussed on delivering industry-led outcomes. This has been a long time coming, and today is the start of a rapid journey to have the organisation operating and delivering training to Tasmanian employers and tourism and hospitality professionals in early 2021.

20.01.2022 The Bass Strait Passenger Vehicle Equalisation Scheme is the Australian Government’s way of making the cost of taking your vehicle to Tasmania comparable to the cost of driving between Australia’s other States on the national highway. Introduced by John Howard, the scheme is the lifeblood of the Spirit of Tasmania service and our regional tourism industry. Over the past 6 months the Australian Government has saved millions of dollars from people not travelling across Bass S...trait. The Tasmanian tourism industry is calling for some of that money to be invested now to increase the scheme for a few months and make it free to bring your car to Tasmania. We know this will immediately trigger bookings, and leave more money in the pockets of our visitors to spend in Tasmania’s regional communities over the next few months. With our borders re-open to Victoria now is the time for the Australian Government to act. Are you in regional tourism? Work in our visitor economy? Like and share if you agree. Or contact your local Federal Members of the Australian Governent: Member for Braddon Gavin Pearce MP Member for Bass Bridget Archer MP Assistant Minister for Regional Tourism Senator Jonathon Duniam Senator Richard M Colbeck

19.01.2022 ...... We implore you now to desist from making announcements that erode this confidence; we implore you to stop spending public money on border closures. We implore you to work quickly and collaboratively with neighbouring states to install screening protocols for travellers and to implement logical solutions which will allow interstate travel to recommence in a safe and sustainable manner.

19.01.2022 The program for the 2020 Tasmanian Tourism Conference is now live! Come to the day in your region, or the program most relevant to you, your business and interests - or be a die-hard, and come to both days! There are also some pretty fantastic and unique industry networking opportunities. ... Check it out now - dont waste time registering! Due to COVID restrictions we have a cap on both venues. So register ASAP. https://tict.com.au/conference/

19.01.2022 Add your name to Qantas petition to safely open Tasmanias domestic borders: The health response to this crisis is our most important priority. Thats why were calling for decisions on domestic border closures to be risk-assessed against an agreed set of medical criteria and a shared definition of what constitutes a COVID hotspot. "There is huge pent-up demand for domestic travel with Australians wanting to get away on holiday after being stuck at home. We want to see Australians reunite with loved ones after months of being separated. And we want to see local businesses, and the 1 million people in the tourism industry, get back to work."

18.01.2022 Look. See! All the details on the Make Yourself at Home Travel Voucher program...

17.01.2022 ..... and this afternoon were having a Friday arvo vino in magnificent Richmond with local operators talking the T21 Visitor Economy Action Plan.

17.01.2022 The running joke in the industry is that Rob Pennicott is the whale whisperer, and has especially trained his whales to be a feature of his tours over recent months! Beyond the paywall, but a good yarn if you can access it.

16.01.2022 Heres a photo....

16.01.2022 Looking for something different to do with those experience vouchers? Meet a tortoise, see an Anaconda up close, and learn about the world’s longest snakes. Perfect for a school holiday day trip!

16.01.2022 It's nearly time for Friday night knock-off drinks! And coming to you from somewhere you'd much rather be for a refreshing Friday night Ale, G&T, or Savvy-B, Ho...lly, is checking in from one of Tasmania's best loved and most famous hotels, the iconic Stanley-Hotel Tasmania From featuring in Masterchef to the real life set for a feature film, the Stanley Hotel is renowned for its character, great service and the finest Tassie seafood and Cape Grim Beef you'll find anywhere. Planning to 'Take on Tassie' over the weekend? If you're in the north-west what about a roadtrip for a lazy weekend pub lunch? If you're in another part of the State, start dreaming and planning for that Stanley and Tarkine Tasmania getaway!

15.01.2022 Weve lost sight of what the ships are about. "Frankly the jobs Im concerned most about are the next 30 years of agriculture and tourism ... We were promised the ships in 2022, that is so critically important to our industry, particularly as we recover off the back of the pandemic." https://www.theadvocate.com.au//bizarre-debate-throws-spi/

15.01.2022 Increase the Bass Strait Passenger Vehicle Equalisation Scheme to make it free to take your car across Bass Strait. No. brainer.

14.01.2022 WIN NEWS STORY - THANKS TO PURE TASSIE ORGANIC JUICES Following a tough year, the tourism industry is finally celebrating with the states top tourism towns in ...the spotlight after the spirit of Tasmanias inaugural award. Sponsored by Pure Tassie Organic Juices. Made from 100% organic apples, pressed on farm and bottled in Tasmania. Look for them in your favourite local supermarkets and stores - https://bit.ly/2Z8CBSP #WINNews6pm #PureTassieOrganicJuices

13.01.2022 A Tasmanian founded Melbourne. So it should come as no surprise Tasmania has always looked out for Victoria like a little brother. It’s been heart aching to be seperated for so long. ... Please come and visit. We miss you.

13.01.2022 AND WE'RE BAAAAAACK! Well, we never actually left, BUT, we have moved our Hobart Airport Tourism Hub BACK to the baggage carousel area! We are excited to unvei...l our brand new Tourism Hub space at the Hobart Airport! We have moved right next to the baggage carousels, so that visitors have better access to information whilst they collect their baggage. It is also front and centre of the arrivals area. We have brochure, poster and digital display opportunities available. With flight capacity set to return to more than 70% of the same time last year, we are thrilled to be welcoming back domestic visitors to our amazing state! Get in touch with our team to have your business readily accessible to visitors when they arrive into Hobart.

12.01.2022 After thousands of votes combined with a panel of expert judges, the major winners of Tassies Top Tourism Town have been decided WATCH LIVE: The results announcement will stream live here from 2PM >> https://bit.ly/34zKwLV

12.01.2022 Some well known faces and highlights from Day 2 of the Tasmanian Tourism Conference in Hobart last Friday. Thanks to Alastair Bett Photography for capturing pics from the day at Wrest Point Hobart and the evening at Frogmore Creek.

12.01.2022 Whos sitting at their computer ready to press refresh?

11.01.2022 Time is running out to vote for your favourite town!!!

10.01.2022 ‘Mona Foma thrives on reinvention and we are compelled to do that big time in January 2021. One weekend in Launceston, and one weekend in Hobart, to spread the ...love. Great Tasmanian artists, unusual venues, and an irrepressible creativity.’ Brian Ritchie, festival director Festival program and more info announced late 2020. Subscribe for updates: https://mona.foma.net.au/subscribe

10.01.2022 Were in the gorgeous Huon Valley today with Tourism Tasmania and Destination Southern Tasmania meeting with local operators seeking their feedback on the T21 Tourism Recovery Plan. Good to be out and about and seeing resilient and determined Tassie tourism operators.

10.01.2022 There are only 30 spots remaining for the Hobart leg of the 2020 Tasmanian Tourism Conference on Friday, 6 November. Due to COVID restrictions we have a hard cap, and when we hit it, we’re done. No if’s, no buts! If you wish to attend, and to avoid disappointment, we nicely (but firmly) suggest you register ASAP. ... Launceston on October 29 is also filling quickly, and will also hit capacity. For all the details and to register, click here:

09.01.2022 Tasmanian Young Tourism Professionals Network Networking Breakfast - Hobart Young and emerging Tasmanian tourism and hospitality operators and professionals are warmly invited to join us for breakfast - to share war stories from COVID, meet some new industry colleagues, and hear from some fantastic industry leaders. ... The Tasmanian Young Tourism Professionals Network is an initiative of TICT designed to bring together and grow an emerging generation of outstanding young Tasmanian tourism and hospitality professionals and operators. We launched the initiative with events in 2019 that went really well, and are very pleased to kick-start the Network with two great events, coinsciding with the 2020 Tasmanian Tourism Conferences.

09.01.2022 What an amazing effort by those Regional Tourism Organisations, Local Tourism Associations, and our passionate operators, who have produced these beautiful and creative entries in the Spirit of Tasmania Search for Tassies Top Tourism Town! Were very proud to share with you below the eleven entries - from all corners of Tasmania - and we encourage you to make a Cuppa and spend a few minutes on a virtual roadtrip of beautiful Tassie. (Trust us, it will do you the world of go...od today!) The entries have been featured on social media over the past couple of weeks and prominently in The Mercury, where they have been viewed by tens of thousands of Tasmanians. Each entrant was asked to produce promotional content showcasing whats special about their part of Tasmania, including a short 2 minute video, a 500 word editorial, and a suggested touring itinerary. The best judged entry will be named Tassies inaugural Top Tourism Town for 2020. These entries are currently being judged by our industry leaders for their creativity, content, and how well they capture whats special about their town. You can check out all the entries by clicking below. You can also VOTE, VOTE, VOTE for your town - or your favourite entry - in The Mercury Readers Choice Award. https://tict.com.au//tassie/tassies-top-tourist-town-2020/

09.01.2022 Go the Jackies!

09.01.2022 On social media, users said it was the beautiful surroundings, the fishing, seafood, good coffee, free camping and unique shops that helped to make it a treasured spot. "Beautiful coastline, pristine beaches, great place for everyone to explore ... and theres an amazing maritime museum, with a brilliant collection," Jean Rosevear s

08.01.2022 Celebrating World Tourism Day with the future of our industry Media Release - Sunday, 27 September While this year will go down as one of the toughest for Tasmania’s tourism sector, the Tourism Industry Council of Tasmania is celebrating the future of the industry on World Tourism Day today.... Students currently enrolled in the University of Tasmania Tourism Graduate Course have been treated to a cruise on the Derwent onboard the iconic MONA ROMA vessel. TICT CEO, Luke Martin, said while the profound challenges over the past six months had been disheartening at times, the fact that so many Tasmanians see a bright future for tourism was a cause for optimism. It’s really tough in our industry at the moment and you couldn’t blame anyone working in tourism wanting to look for other opportunities. But right across the State we are seeing people stick with the tourism industry because they are passionate about what they do and they love being able to share what makes our State so special with visitors, Mr Martin said. The fact that hundreds of Tasmanians have signed up for this graduate course is a real vote of confidence and a sign that our industry is in safe hands with a bright future. These students are gaining new skills and getting ready to lead the industry for years to come. We wanted to thank the students and what better way than taking the MONA ROMA out on the Derwent. It’s always a welcome sight to see the MONA ROMA back out on the River, and reminding us there is light at the end of the tunnel. As an industry, we’re looking forward to welcoming visitors back to Tasmania and working with the students on board today, we look forward to growing the industry well into the future and overcoming any challenges that might come our way. #worldtourismday2020 #worldtourismday

06.01.2022 The Local's Choice - who have Tasmanian's rated as their best tourism experiences? Amazingly, since local travel restrictions were lifted Tasmanian's have posted over 20,000 online reviews and ratings about their travel experiences with our Quality Tourism Operators across Tasmania. We are very proud to announce the Top 10 Rated Tourism Operators in each Tourism Region since intrastate travel restrictions were lifted in late June. This is based on the aggregate ReviewPro sc...ore from a minimum of 20 individual reviews posted about their visitor experience since June. Congratulations to the following operators who Tasmanians have judged as their very best! Hobart & Beyond - Southern Tasmania Gold: Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Silver: Prospect House Private Hotel Bronze: Bruny Island Safaris 4. Free Spirit Pods Tasmania 5. Ashdowns of Dover hosted B&B 6. Mt Field National Park, Tasmania 7. Adventure Bay Retreat 8. Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens (RTBG) 9. Evolo Room Escape 10. Masons Cottages East Coast Tasmania Gold: Serpentarium Wildlife Park Tasmania Silver: East Coast Cruises Bronze: Freycinet Adventures 4. Cod Rock Point Apartments 5. Apartments on Fraser Bicheno 6. Wineglass Bay Cruises, Tasmania 7. Saffire Freycinet 8. Craggy Peaks Tasmania 9. Eagle Peaks At Freycinet 10. East Coast Natureworld Visit Northern Tasmania Gold: Swinging Gate Vineyard and Cellar Door Silver: Tamar Valley Wine Tours Bronze: Hollybank Wilderness Adventures 4. Trevallyn House Bed & Breakfast 5. National Automobile Museum of Tasmania 6. Stillwater SEVEN 7. The Stable Lofts 8. Drumreagh Bed & Breakfast 9. Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary 10. Arendon Cottage Accommodation Evandale Tasmania Tasmania's North West & West Coast Gold: Leven River Cruises - Ulverstone Tasmania Silver: World Heritage Cruises, Strahan, Tasmania Bronze: West Coast Wilderness Railway 4. The Grand On Macfie 5. The Ark Stanley 6. Devils at Cradle 7. Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden 8. Cradle Mountain Highlanders 9. Turners Beach Berry Patch 10. Burnie by the Bay Apartments There are many first time entrants in the People's Choice Lists for highest rated operators in the State, including more attractions then normal. This gives some insight into what Tasmanian holiday makers have been doing over recent months. Well done to all these operators - its a fantastic endorsement by your fellow Tasmanians of the experience you offer. Certificates will be coming your way soon. With border's back open (well, to most States!), we'll see more reviews and ratings posted. If you're a Quality Tourism Operator, make sure you're checking your reviews and ratings regularly on ReviewPro, and start monitoring your online reputation. It's the cheapest form of advertising!

06.01.2022 We’ve made a new mess. Come see it. Limited capacity. Pre-bookings essential. Details on the website.

06.01.2022 Borders Media Release 18 August 2020 Comments can be attributed to TICT CEO, Luke Martin:... Tasmanias tourism operators and their employees will be reacting to todays announcement with a full range of emotions, and we firstly encourage anyone in our industry who is struggling to come to terms with this news and what it all means to reach out for support. There is considerable business advisory and financial counselling support available to assist operators work through their immediate challenges, along with mental health support for those needing that assistance. These services are available now, theyre free, and the best thing every operator can do right now is ensure they have support for themselves, and their families. As an industry. we understand the Premiers rationale for making this announcement today. We still believe the right way to go is an expanding national travel bubble among States reporting none or very few cases of COVID, to compliment our local Tasmanian market. We struggle to understand why we now have to wait until December to open to States like Western Australia and South Australia who have effectively had no community transmission for months. We now look to December 1 as an essential deadline to reintroduce some level of interstate activity in time for our critical post Christmas summer visitor season. We welcome the Premiers announcement that he will invest in a strategy to further encourage Tasmanians to get out and travel over the Spring months Tasmanians have done an amazing thing over winter getting out and about exploring Tasmania. As an industry we are enormously appreciative of the efforts of Tasmanians to support our operators and our workforce. But there are many businesses and destinations across the State who have not benefited, and a voucher system targeted towards attractions and tour operators will be very welcome throughout Spring. In the meantime, theres always Spectra. And Hope.

05.01.2022 Runner up in the Search for Tassies Top Tourism Town is Stanley! The town with its own private nut, amazing coastline, fantastic beef and seafood, and friendliest of people!

05.01.2022 Its our eleventh and final entry in the inaugural search for Spirit of Tasmania Tassies Top Tourism Town! Its on the heartland of Tasmanias east coast, with a fantastic resilient community, deep water harbour, and its very own pet World Heritage Listed Island. Triabunna!!

04.01.2022 How good does this look? St Helens - Tassie’s Top Tourism Town for 2020! Very pleased to advise the Top Tourism Town will be back in early 2021, and will form part of the first ever national search for Australia’s Top Tourism Town. ... Not too early to start thinking about your entry! All the information here - https://tict.com.au/awards/tassies-top-tourism-towns/

04.01.2022 The winners of Tassies Top Tourism Town for 2020 revealeddrum roll please Sheffield - Bronze Stanley - Silver & Mercury Readers Choice ... St Helens - Gold Check out our new blogs where you can discover more about the winners: https://bit.ly/2EH4Hwx Congratulations to the winning towns, a Tassie travel list wouldnt be complete without them!

03.01.2022 Premier Peter Gutwein has today announced that barring no unexpected break outs, border restrictions to Victoria will end on 27 November.

03.01.2022 In our sparkling new Talking Tourism Podcast, Wine Tasmania Wine Queen Sheralee Davies' takes you through the heavy reds and the cheeky characteristics of Tasma...nia's outstanding wine sector, and its own recovery from COVID. Sheralee also offer her insights into the future for Wine tourism in Tasmania and the opportunity for the State to be elevated as a wine destination. Wine Tasmania is the peak industry body for Tasmania's wine industry. Check out Sherelee’s Podcast streaming from the Talking Tourism website https://tict.com.au/talking-tourism/ Or wherever you find your good podcasts..

02.01.2022 What exactly is the situation with borders across Australia? There is a perception some States are open and some are not across the country. Its not as simple as that. This is the current state of play across all jurisdictions. ... The Australian tourism industry continues to advocate for a strategic nationwide approach to elevating the countrys domestic border restrictions, starting with a travel bubble among COVID safe states.

02.01.2022 Regional tourism is the lifeblood of so many Australian towns and communities, and more 40,000 Tasmanians are directly and indirectly employed in tourism. That'...s why the Morrison Government has today announced a $150 million Regional Tourism Recovery Package. A $50 million fund will support the nine first and worst hit internationally exposed tourism regions across the country, and Tasmania will receive $13.5 million from the total $50 million fund. Tassie will also have an opportunity to share in the $100 million Building Better Regions Fund that will be dedicated to supporting tourism. This is fantastic news for Tasmania. The funding could be used to invest in securing flights to bring more travellers here, create new festivals and events that celebrate whisky, wine or wilderness, or use the funding to assist operators heavily reliant on international visitors to target Australian travellers. Tourism Industry Council Tasmania Jump Tours

02.01.2022 It’s Like Love...

02.01.2022 Statement: Last month some comments were made on ABC radio about our CEO, in relation to workers coming in to Tasmania to work on a Hobart hotel development. No need to go into any detail here about what was said, as they were completely incorrect. ... For the public record and to close the matter, on Friday afternoon we received the following apology. Which we appreciate and accept.

01.01.2022 Economic results make tragic reading Media Release 2 September 2020... Quotes can be attributed to Luke Martin, CEO, Tourism Industry Council Tasmania Tasmania must avoid economic self-destruction in prolonging our self-isolation from the mainland any longer than is absolutely necessary. Todays horrific national economic figures, coupled with increasingly worrying results being released by some of Tasmanias largest economic drivers and employers, is all pointing to a very bleak 12-months ahead. History shows when the nations economy hit the skids, we cop the brunt soon thereafter. In this case the nations economy is officially in its worst state since the depression. This prevailing notion by some that Tasmania can continue to live in some self-supporting economic bubble is completely out of touch with the trade and visitation dependent nature of our local economy and businesses. The fact is we must restore some sense of normality in our trade and visitor economy as soon as it is safe and practical to do so. With international borders set to remain closed indefinitely, we are confident we can rebuild Tasmanias visitor economy strongly and safely, with an expanding travel bubble with other COVID Safe states. Tourism will again be the engine room for the State economy, when we will most need it. But 1 December seems a very long way away today, and youve got to wonder what kind of outlook were going to be facing by then.

01.01.2022 Congratulations St Helens! Tassies Top Tourism Town for 2020! The Jewel of Tasmanias North-East, St Helens, has been named the inaugural Spirit of Tasmania Tassies Top Tourism Town ... Our judging panel assessed each of our eleven towns entries for their creativity and quality in best showcasing their town and region. These judges scores were combined with the public vote to determine the overall results, with St Helens coming out on top! St Helens is a very appropriate winner of the inaugural Tassies Top Tourism Town. One of Tassies favourite traditional holiday spots, St Helens have invested heavily into its tourism infrastructure over the past few years, including its new world-class Mountain Biking Network. It is on the doorstep to the iconic Bay of Fires and some of the most pristine coastal areas in Tasmania, and home of some of the freshest seafood youll find anywhere in the world. Check out their entry by clicking here: https://youtu.be/Mgajxb4mhxY

01.01.2022 We are in the position to release a small number of tickets for the two evening networking events for the Tasmanian Tourism Conference. 'Enchanted' at Josef Chromy Wines on Thursday evening, 29 October 'You need a drink' at Frogmore Creek on Friday evening, 6 November. ... These tickets are for partners, or industry folk, who are unable to attend the day sessions. We have capacity restrictions for both venues so these tickets are limited. To scoop one up, click here and register ASAP https://tict.com.au/conference/