Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Sydney CBD Hotels (Tourist and Visitor Information and Events): Aussies stayed in Australian hotels 3% longer on a...
Sydney CBD Hotels (Tourist and Visitor Information and Events): Aussies stayed in Australian hotels 3% longer on a...: "Aussies are staying longer in Australian hotels than last year, with hotel bookings 3 percent longer on average than last year, and Austra..."
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Metro Hotel Perth: Metro Hotel Perth Trip Advisor Guest reviews - A P...
Metro Hotel Perth: Metro Hotel Perth Trip Advisor Guest reviews - A P...: "The following are guest reviews taken from trip Advisor: We stayed for 3 nights in a refurbished room which was clean; fresh towels each ..."
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Metro Inn Albany: 29th November, 2010 Pet Friendly Holidays at Metro...
Metro Inn Albany: 29th November, 2010 Pet Friendly Holidays at Metro...: "Domestic house pets are now welcome to stay in rooms with their owners at Metro Inn Albany as the Inn extends the ‘welcome mat’ not just to..."
Monday, October 18, 2010
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Cycling in Albany, WA - The Munda Bindi Trail is Coming to Albany
The Munda Bindi Trail is Coming to Albany
Cycle Tourists spend more than the average tourist
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Monday, September 13, 2010
Australia Picked as top Destination - WA Tourism Events and Information
Over 1000 people were polled in a survey conducted by Britain’s top cheap flights comparison site Skyscanner, that examined various components of a holiday including the quality of accommodation, food, length of flight, weather, duration, motivation for the trip, travelling companions as well as details of planning and paying.
Further and longer = happier!
Skyscanner's study showed that people are happiest when they go abroad and the further away the better, with six of the top ten happiest holiday destinations being long haul. The survey also revealed that those who were most happy had been away for the longest period.
The countries ranked in order of happiness were:
1) Australia
2) Canada
3) South Africa
4) India
5) France
6) Thailand
7) USA
8) Italy
9) Portugal
10) Greece
11) Spain
12) Turkey
13) Germany
14) UK
Psychologist Cliff Arnall, speaking on behalf of Skyscanner, explained the reasons behind the findings: "As great as holidaying in the UK can be, most people enjoy experiencing somewhere different with a better climate. Short haul trips to Europe can offer this but they are also now relatively common. Long haul holidays tend to be for longer periods of time and have greater impact because they are seen as more special than staying in the UK or catching flights to Spain, for example."
Overall, 69% of those surveyed were ‘ecstatic' or ‘very happy' about their last holiday. This is due to the fact that people enjoy the relaxation achieved by a holiday says Mr Arnall: "Two thirds of working people dislike their jobs and many resent the routine associated with the predictable, mundane nature of things at home. Being on holiday is an ideal escape from this and is both stimulating and relaxing."
The study also revealed that, contrary to popular belief, money can in fact buy happiness; those who had spent more than £3000 per person on their holiday were the most happy. This ties in with the longer haul destinations, and may also in part be due to the type of trip; for example a honeymoon or a ‘once in a lifetime' voyage has extra special meaning and is likely to cost more.
A sense of sharing was also important, with the happiest people making a joint contribution in planning and paying for the trip. "Holiday planning, especially when done jointly, is a very satisfying activity. As long as all concerned feel they are making a contribution and having their views taken into account then planning is both enjoyable and makes people feel emotionally closer to each other." says Mr Arnall.
The survey showed that it takes more than just money to make a happy holiday; the choice of travel companion and socialising once there is also significant. Those who had holidayed with friends and also made new friends whilst away, were happiest. How visitors are treated by their local hosts also affected happiness; the more welcoming and friendly they are, the better the experience.
Good weather was also important to achieve maximum satisfaction while on holiday. This is especially relevant for those living in the UK where the climate is unpredictable and a common cause of complaint. Therefore the guarantee of sun (or snow) is a vital factor in holiday happiness.
Expectations and the planning of a trip also affected satisfaction. Rather than having heightened expectations that were then dashed, the survey found that those who had planned a long time in advance were happiest.
Mr Arnall explains: "Booking ahead provides two very important positives; something to look forward to and something to tell other people about. People who have booked ahead well in advance have the satisfaction (and some might say smugness!) of knowing exactly where they are going and when.
Telling other people about nice things you are going to do is a crucial part of boosting self-esteem and achieving social status."
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(Source: Accomnews, 14th September 2010)
Monday, July 26, 2010
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Tourism Western Australia (Tourism WA) is being re-focused to deliver greater business growth for tourism operators and investors
Tourism Western Australia (Tourism WA) is being re-focused to deliver greater business growth for tourism operators and investors in a move that will see more than half of its staff reduced over the next two years.
The state government says Western Australia's tourism industry not achieving its full potential. Major changes to Tourism WA's business model are needed to assist the industry to grow.
The Tourism WA board has moved to focus the organisation on three key operational areas to increase visitor numbers:
* Marketing WA as a competitive tourist destination;
* Developing, attracting and marketing major events; and
* Supporting significant tourism infrastructure and development projects. =
Tourism WA will withdraw from activities that do not target these three core operational areas. Some activities will be transitioned to other agencies through an integrated whole-of-government approach to the tourism sector.
Kate Lamont, chairman of the Tourism WA board, said the changes had been initiated with a goal to double the current annual economic contribution tourism makes to the West Australian economy by 2020.
She said it was an ambitious target, but the board was confident it could be achieved by making fundamental changes to the business model and focus of Tourism WA.
According to the government, Tourism WA will concentrate on activities that have the potential to accelerate the growth of tourism and cease activities that deliver marginal economic benefit.
The new business model will enable Tourism WA to free up more than A$31 million in funding over the next four years to directly invest into marketing.
Read full article here
Tourism offices to close in WA regions
The State Opposition has condemned the Government's decision to cut funding for regional offices of Tourism WA.
Labor's Tourism Spokeswoman Ljiljanna Ravlich says Tourism WA offices in Broome, Port Hedland, Geraldton, Bunbury, Albany and Kalgoorlie will all close before the end of the year.
"If we don't develop our tourism product then it's very difficult to attract tourists to regional and rural areas," she said.
The Tourism Minister Liz Constable says part of the funding will be re-allocated to improving cooperation between Government departments.
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Thursday, May 13, 2010
An Invitation….The Amazing Albany Tourism Forum
Venue: City of Albany Civic Rooms, 102 North Road
Date: Wednesday 26th May 2010
Time: 5pm to 6:30pm
Do you have a vested interest in tourism within Albany?
Do you have feedback about previous tourism marketing activity?
Do you have ideas and suggestions for future marketing?
Would you like to contribute to the City of Albany Tourism Marketing Strategy for 2010 and beyond?
Join us for this important workshop evening to discuss the future of tourism in Albany face to face with your Tourism Committee.
This is your opportunity to help shape the next step for Albany’s tourism industry and the marketing of the future.
The workshop evening will allow you to contribute your ideas and suggestions to be incorporated into the City’s Tourism Strategy for 2010-2015.
To register your attendance for the forum, please RSVP to
Michelle Dayman, Coordinator- Events and Tourism
by no later than 5pm on Monday 24th May 2010
E: michelled@albany.wa.gov.au
P: 98 419 342
We look forward to your attendance at this important event.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Tourism WA Extraordinary Taxi Ride
The City of Albany is currently working with Tourism WA to put together an official welcome event for the Extraordinary Taxi Ride which will visit Albany on the 14th of April.
As part of the event the taxi will arrive at the Princess Royal Fortress to a cannon firing, Mayoral Welcome, Indigenous Welcome to Country and Live Local Music.
Approximately 50 dignitaries and participants and local media will be attending, as well as the Tourism WA’s film crew who will use footage of the taxi ride for future promotions.
The event will also be used as an opportunity to showcase Albany’s fantastic local products, services and tourist activities.
Event Details are as follows:
Event Date: 14th April 2010
Event Venue: Princess Royal Fortress
Event Time: 4pm Arrival
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Albany Upcoming Events (WA tourist information)
Upcoming Events for Albany WA (March-April 2010)
City of Albany Art Prize 27th March-18th April
Mt Romance Centennial Art Prize 1st April
Festival of the Sea 2nd April-4th April
City of Albany Harbour Swim 3rd April
Harboursound Festival 16th April- 18th April
Great Southern Food and Wine Festival 16th April-18th April
WA State Masters Games 17th April
Dedication of the ANZAC Peace Park 24th April
ANZAC Day Dawn Service and Morning Service 25th April
For more information on events please visit:
See Albany Calander of events
Monday, March 8, 2010
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Countdown to Ulysses AGM!!!
Countdown to Ulysses AGM!!!
ONE WEEK TO GO!!!
The Ulysses AGM will be one of the biggest events that Albany and the region has ever seen with 3,500 Ulyssians heading our way!!
Remember to stock up, staff adequately and wheel out the welcome wagon for these visitors and help us to generate the best opportunity for word of mouth visitation that has ever been presented.
COMING EVENTS
Ulysses AGM 8th March- 15th March
The Bendigo Bank Outdoor Factor Film Fest 2010 20th March
City of Albany Art Prize 27th March-18th April
Festival of the Sea 2nd April-4th April
City of Albany Harbour Swim 3rd April
Harboursound Festival 16th April- 18th April
Great Southern Food and Wine Festival 16th April-18th April
For more information on events please visit
http://www.albany.wa.gov.au/about-albany/calendar-of-events/
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Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Discover Amazing Albany this Winter
Peattie Public Relations
Feb 08, 2010
beautiful town in a breathtaking location, offering magnificent views across the Southern Ocean, Albany is the ideal destination for a winter break.
The southern coast is rugged and stunning in winter with swell from the southern ocean breaking over granite and roaring onto open beaches. Set around beautiful Princess Royal Harbour, Albany’s unspoilt landscape is steeped in history, being the first European settlement in the State. Today the area offers a myriad of invigorating nature experiences, a thriving arts community, as well as an indulgent and inspiring food and wine scene.
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Monday, February 8, 2010
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Plans progress for 2010 games (Albany WA)
HUNDREDS of athletes from all around the state are expected to converge on Albany to contest the 2010 WA State Masters Games.
The games will be held from April 17 to 26 with participants expected to compete in 12 different sports including athletics, chess, croquet, golf, harness racing, netball, rowing, shooting, swimming and tennis.
Archery could be taking part with an indoor event on the drawing board.
Masters Games chair Barb Wilson said major sponsors had been secured, with the City of Albany, Albany Printers, Water Corporation and Department of Sport and Recreation already involved.
Once again the major drawcard will be the Masters Mile on York Street on April 24.
Wilson said sports needed to itemise the details of their event information for the program now being drafted.
One of the sports to attract the biggest number of competitors is rowing with more than 60 participants expected from Albany and Perth clubs.
The regatta is held over 600 metres on the Kalgan River with events ranging from sculling to sweep oar races.
Albany Rowing Club president Tim Newbold said one of the highlights for masters was the mixed male and female events.
These were usually held in double and quad sculls.
“Rowers will be preparing for the Australian Masters to be held for the first time at Challenge Lakes in Armadale in June 2010,” Newbold said.
Many will be continuing from the World Masters held early this month in Sydney.
Albany Rowing Club member Viv Matts said the competition was very keen and she expected the same next year.
Matts was a member of the Australian teams which competed in the 1974, 1975 and 1977 World Rowing Champsionships.
She won a silver and two bronze medals in Sydney, competing against crews which contained many younger, former Australian team members.
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