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24.01.2022 Scarecrow hunting today , beautiful road trip along Kettering , Middleton , Birches Bay , Flowerpot , Woodbridge

23.01.2022 The sun is starting to shine again after a couple of grey days , beach weather on the way . How about this for a dip , magical #bayoffires on the East Coast of Tasmania , gorgeous colours . Thanks @teebranch93 for the great photo #whyweloveit #tasmania #bayoffires #summerintasmania

22.01.2022 *sigh* memories.. :Autumn is such a beautiful time of year in Tasmania; watching it from your loungeroom window is not the same as getting out there and experiencing it. One day, Tassie, one day we will be back on the road... #traveltasmania #tamarvalley #launceston #inittogether http://wandertasmania.com.au/tamar-valley-tasmania/

22.01.2022 Thank you #geelongadvertiser ! Great article- domestic tourism seems the likely travel option in future. Lets play it smart, be safe and Tassie will be in a good position to support domestic tourism in future. #traveltasmania #tourism #tassie #geelong #spiritoftasmania #holiday #covid19 #inittogether

22.01.2022 The Christmas carollers are especially cute on Flinders Island! Image: @oceanspiritgirl (via IG) Location: Flinders Island, Northern Tasmania

18.01.2022 A giant inflatable maze has taken over Launcestons Royal Park as the annual Mona Foma Festival gets underway. Architects of Air is a sculpture of colour and lights, with 19 egg shaped domes inspired by the Roman Pantheon!

18.01.2022 "Wilderness is not a luxury but a necessity of the human spirit, and as vital to our lives as water and bread." ~ Edward Abbey Sit back, relax and imagine yours...elf in these stunning places... for once you have been there they will forever be a part of your spirit and always draw you back. What an incredible seascape with The Nut and a rainbow touching down at its base, you couldnt ask for a better viewing point to witness Golden Hour over Cape Hauy on the Tasman Peninsula, the delightful 90 year old Fraser Creek Hut surrounded by lush rainforest in Tasmanias west is something worth seeing, a gorgous wallaby in a winter wonderland at Lake Dobson in the Mt Field National Park will steal your heart and a spectacular capture of the 187 year old Callington Mill, the only working example of its kind in the world, plus our Milky Way shining brightly right above will leave you speechless. There are magnificent views of Lion Rock which roars out of the Southern Ocean at South Cape Bay in the Southwest National Park, very cute pademelons on the Freycinet circuit hike, monents of magic at Binalong Bay in the Bay of FIre, you will feel like youre in the middle of a fantasy movie in the Walls of Jerusalem National Park, check out the larger than life and very friendly local platypus at Maydena in the Derwent Valley and located in the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park you can reach the delightful Nelson Falls which is only a 20 minute return walk. Oh and did we mention we capture a gorgeous Tassie Devil just lazing around and you can witness a never seen before angle of Cradle Mountain catching that last bit of afternoon light. We love to share your Tassie videos, photos and stories with the world You can inbox us or post to our wall. If you are on instagram you can tag either of our accounts via the hashtags #TasmaniaGram or #InstaTasmania If you are a local business, artist, charity or group send us a message about promoting you to Tasmania and the world

18.01.2022 Yusss...! Still on..

18.01.2022 Guess the location ( no locals allowed to post..! Shhh...) #traveltasmania #tasmania #river #beach #boats #coast

18.01.2022 Princes Square, Launceston: a great place to wander and relax. The buildings around Princes Square were all built in 1800s and early 1900s They are all well preserved and have been restored to keep their period character. There is an interesting urban myth regarding the fountain: it was supposedly brought to Launceston by mistake. It was made in Europe and was supposed to be delivered to Launceston in England but was sent to Launceston, Tasmania due to a freight error. Be...cause of the high costs to return it, it was cheaper to keep and make it a centre piece in the newly designed square. There is, of course, no evidence to support this but it is a nice story. #launceston #tassie #tasmania #launcestoncity #autumn #nature

17.01.2022 Incredible sunset from our home base in West Launceston. #launceston #traveltasmania #sunset

17.01.2022 Wandering through the Gorge in #Launceston today... #nature #tasmania #river

17.01.2022 In celebration of World Carrot Day, were running our second Annual Carrot Festival on Saturday, April 4! A free event offering tours to carrot, broccoli and onion operations, goodies made with Harvest Moon carrots and lots of activities for the kiddies!

17.01.2022 For those awaiting their future Tassie trip... keep an eye on this story! #tassie #traveltasmania #spiritoftasmania #travel

17.01.2022 When people say Tasmania is too cold: snow on the mountain and a fireplace at home make winter pretty livable, thats for sure!

15.01.2022 Todays Through the Lens feature showcases Tasmanian photographer Leanne Hays Leanne says: Im an ageing bush walker (whos taken up kayaking) and a lover o...f photography. I love sharing photos of our magnificent state hoping it inspires people to get out and about. I have an appreciation for the freedom we enjoy in Tasmania to wander and explore Tasmania is a photographers paradise with its diverse landscapes. You can be on the beach in the morning and standing in snow in the afternoon. Tasmanias beauty is for everyone. You can drive to within a few minutes walk of many wonderful places or hike for days and not see a sole Im also slightly obsessed with old huts, waterfalls and WOMBATS!!! You can also follow Leanne www.instagram.com/wombat_at_80 If you are interested in our Through the Lens Photography series please message us and we will be in touch. We love to share your photos with Tasmania and the world

15.01.2022 This is definitely on our to do list during winter. One of the most beautiful things about our island is that it is not a one season place when it comes to travel and tourism. Summer, autumn, winter or spring- each season creates a unique experience for so many places around #Tasmania. Waratah in Tassies north west has a magnificent waterfall right near the centre of town. In winter, you get to experience the fresh mountain air and see the waterfall in full stream (dont forget- this area is wombat country, too). What are some of your favourite winter locations? #tassie #winter #traveltasmania #holidaytasmania #waterfall #northeasttasmania

15.01.2022 In case you have run out of ideas where to go....

15.01.2022 An amazing photo of the Tasman Bridge getting hugged first thing in the morning by the Bridgewater Jerry The Bridgewater Jerry is a fog formation that occasi...onally appears over the River Derwent in Hobart, Tasmania and down the Derwent Valley. It is named after the suburb of Bridgewater. One theory of the origin of the name is that word jerry came from London, where it was thieves slang for mist or fog, and the term was transported to Tasmania with the convicts. David James writes in The Companion to Tasmanian History that the first written reference to the fog, although not using the name Jerry and not coming from Bridgewater, was in 1821 when Governor Macquarie wrote he couldnt leave Austins Ferry for Hobart until 12.30 one day, due to the thick fog. During winter, the Bridgewater Jerry occurs once or twice a week.Its that time of year when the mornings are crisp and you just dont want to get out of bed and well... it looks amazing! Thanks to Hyungu Jeon for sharing his pretty special photo. You can also follow Hyungu via instagram www.instagram.com/jeon_landscapes We love to share your Tassie videos, photos and stories with the world You can inbox us or post to our wall. If you are on instagram you can tag either of our accounts via the hashtags #TasmaniaGram or #InstaTasmania If you are a local business, artist, charity or group send us a message about promoting you to Tasmania and the world

14.01.2022 Beautiful Richmond and surrounds, so much to see and do, eat and drink!

14.01.2022 Wow.... there are truly some amazing places in Tassie. What a way to spend lockdown #traveltasmania #inittogether #sailing

12.01.2022 Quarantine in Tasmania isnt necessarily a bad thing....

12.01.2022 A bright, clear, sunny day in Launceston today so we went for a wander along the Tamar. Rosevears and Deviot are great spots to spend a morning or afternoon- it is a magical place with so many spots to sit and just enjoy views of the river. Very thankful to be out and about this weekend! Does anyone know the gentleman in the boat? He was maybe taking it for a test run launching from the boat club in Deviot? Just interested to know what the year the boat was built. If anyone ...could let me know, it would be appreciated. If you recognise any of the boats, please tag and share. We are keen to talk to any boaties in the area! Enjoy the photos! #tamarriver #tasmania #traveltasmania #tassie #boats #river #boating

08.01.2022 An optimistic outlook for Tassie tourism in future. Some commentators have indicated that tourism could in fact increase over the next 3-5 years as international tourism struggles to get back to the highs of 2018-19. Local tourism fills the gap and, as we all know, there is no place in Oz a beautiful as Tassie! #traveltasmania #tourism #tassie "The key thing here though is that the assets that we have - the fantastic wilderness, the beautiful scenery, the Tasmania that so many of us for a long time took for granted but is now acknowledged around the world as being just such a fantastic location to visit - that will remain," Peter Gutwein

07.01.2022 Special Feature: Expedition cruising through Tasmanias Southwest World Heritage Area with Tasmanian Boat Charters thanks to Alice Hansen from Tailored Tasmania... It is a pleasure to share these stunning images showcasing Tasmanias pristine beauty and untouched wilderness. Alice says: "The most unforgettable SW adventure aboard Odalisque with Tasmanian Boat Charters that lasted many more days than expected due to our uncertain times. Mountain summits, tannin-filled waterfalls, cove dips, gorges, rare birds & lovely company." Escape to Port Davey and Tasmanias Southwest: This all-inclusive, guided expedition cruise takes you deep into the pristine coastal wilderness of Tasmanias remote Southwest. This region is one of the most spectacular landscapes on the planet, with wild rivers, quartzite peaks and extensive waterways. Only accessible by foot, boat or light aircraft, this remote wilderness area is a Marine Nature Reserve and forms part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Your journey begins with a spectacular flight from Hobart to Melaleuca. Upon landing, Tasmanian Boat Charters crew will take you by tender through the mirrored waters of the inlet to your floating home, the base from which you will explore the untouched South West. Expeditions are based from a boutique floating hotel, the Odalisque, a custom-built twenty-metre vessel equipped with hot showers and soft beds. Guests are entertained by an all-star crew, including skipper, chef & guide. Our guest chefs (borrowed from Hobarts best restaurants) provide top-notch, modern Tasmanian fare, all paired with fine Tasmanian wine. Our hand-picked expert guides (with years of experience in the area) will double as your personal walking encyclopaedias. You can also follow Tailored Tasmania via instagram and their website www.instagram.com/tailoredtasmania https://www.tailoredtasmania.com/ You can also follow Tasmanian Boat Charters via instagram and their website www.instagram.com/tasmanian_boat_charters https://tasmanianboatcharters.com.au/ We love to share your Tassie videos, photos and stories with the world You can inbox us or post to our wall. If you are on instagram you can tag either of our accounts via the hashtags #TasmaniaGram or #InstaTasmania If you are a local business, artist, charity or group send us a message about promoting you to Tasmania and the world

07.01.2022 Autumn is an incredible time to travel around Tasmania. The fresh air, cosy fires and incredible transformation of colours across the landscape. Travel to Cradle Mountain and you can see the deciduous Beech or wander around the beautiful parks and gardens of Launceston. #travelphotography #tasmania #autumncolors #nature #tassie #launceston #launcestoncity

06.01.2022 Greetings all. A new month has arrived and we hope everyone is hanging on in there. If your ever in town, please stop by and have a look at all our fabulous sho...p, stocked with all manner of products from different artists all around Tasmania. Your support is always appreciated, please keep us and other small Tasmanian business in mind next time you shop. Regards, The Tasmanian Artisan Shop.

06.01.2022 Harvest Market is finally back on in Launceston. This is the place to go for all locally made produce. The Tamar Valley has so many farms and orchards, and you can talk with the owners at the stalls. #launceston #food #tassie #farmersmarket #launcestoncity

06.01.2022 Isnt Tassie beautiful?

04.01.2022 On This Day 14th December (1982) Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area listed 37 years ago today the World Heritage Committee met at UNESCO headquarte...rs in Paris to consider a number of sites for World Heritage listing, including the Western Tasmanian Wilderness National Parks. The committee agreed to enter this area into the World Heritage list for its significant natural and cultural values. The Sixth Session REPORT of the United Nations World Heritage Committee stated: The Committee is seriously concerned at the likely effect of dam construction in the area on those natural and cultural characteristics which make the property of outstanding universal value. In particular, it considers that flooding of parts of the river valleys would destroy a number of cultural and natural features of great significance. The Committee suggests that the Australian authorities should ask the Committee to place the property on the List of World Heritage in Danger until the question of dam construction is resolved. Today the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area is one of the largest conservation areas in Australia, covering almost 20% of Tasmania or 1.4 million hectares (14,000 square kms). It is also one of the last expanses of temperate wilderness in the world and remains found in limestone caves attest to the human occupation of the area for more than 20,000 years. The following 10 national parks and reserves make up the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area: - Central Plateau Conservation and Protected Areas - Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park - Devils Gullet State Reserve - Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park - Hartz Mountains National Park - Mole Creek Karst National Park - Mt Field National Park - South East Mutton Bird Islet - Southwest National Park - Walls of Jerusalem National Park Its the lure of the wilderness that attracts a certain type of traveller and explorer to Tasmania. The history, and indeed future, of our parks and reserves could had been very different had it not been for the bitterly fought battles waged by environmentalists and conservationists in the 1970s and 1980s. Olegas Truchanas arrived in Tasmania in 1945 and was a founding member of the Tasmanian Conservation Trust in 1968. Olgas dreamed that Tasmania can be a shining beacon in the world. His words from an opening speech on an exhibition of paintings about Lake Pedder in 1972 are arguably even more relevant now: "Tasmania is not the only place in the world where long-term, careful argument has been defeated by short-term economic advantage. We must try to retain as much as possible of what still remains of the unique, rare and beautiful. It is terribly important that we take interest in the future of our remaining wilderness, and in the future of our National Parks. Is there any reason why Tasmania should not be more beautiful on the day we leave it, than on the day we came? If we can revise our attitudes towards the land under our feet; if we can accept a role of steward and depart from the role of conqueror; if we can accept the view that man and nature are inseparable parts of the unified whole-then Tasmania can be a shining beacon in a dull, uniform and largely artificial world."

04.01.2022 Its Christmas time in the City You can find this spectacular tree in the Brisbane St Mall and watch it light up each evening at 7.30pm Its the perfect spot for a family Christmas photo - share it with us #exploreLaunceston

02.01.2022 Congratulations St Helens! Tassie's Top Tourism Town for 2020! The Jewel of Tasmania's North-East, St Helens, has been named the inaugural Spirit of Tasmania T...assie's 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 Tassie's Top Tourism Town. One of Tassie's 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 you'll find anywhere in the world. Check out their entry by clicking here: https://youtu.be/Mgajxb4mhxY

01.01.2022 Tassie is included of course