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A STUNNING image of the turquoise water of Bitter Springs was the most liked picture on Tourism NT’s Instagram page in 2020
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A STUNNING image of the turquoise water of Bitter Springs was the most liked picture on Tourism NT’s Instagram page in 2020.
In the annual collection of pictures, the image, originally posted by Bec and Sean from @looktheworldintheye, received more than 10,000 likes.
It rated above images of crocodiles, Uluru and other NT waterholes. Overall, the top 10 images received more than 60,400 likes combined after being shared by the Tourism NT page which has about 901,000 followers.
Bec and Sean from @looktheworldintheeye said they feld like they’d “hit the jackpot” when they discovered Bitter Springs.
“Think crystal clear, bright blue water and turtles surrounded by palms in the middle of the desert scrubland, top that off with the ability to hop in at one end and lazily float downstream to the other before getting out and doing it all over again,” they said.
“We spent five weeks in the NT jumping between waterholes, outback hikes, national parks and waterfalls; and of all the places we visited Bitter Springs was one of the most beautiful and unique locations we visited.”
Tourism NT marketing executive general manager Tony Quarmby said since 2020 had had so many lockdowns, the Instagram page had been used to showcase the freedom of the NT.
“Due to COVID-19 travel restrictions there has been a shift in consumer travel patterns in 2020 so the imagery on @NTaustralia has looked to highlight the freedom and flexibility we are enjoying in the Territory,” he said.
“Our stunning landscapes, waterfalls and outback adventures, in addition to our Aboriginal art and cultural experiences showcase what the Territory has to offer.
“From the Top End to the Red Centre, the Territory’s unique natural attractions are clearly a hit with today’s traveller and it’s great to see these regions showcased to so many potential visitors in this year’s Top Ten.
“We want Aussies to see just how amazing the Territory is, and social media is helping us do that, building the NT’s reputation as an ‘instagrammable’ holiday destination that is different in every sense.
“Social media platforms offer extensive scope for images of the Territory to reach our domestic audience, particularly to people who would otherwise perhaps not be exposed to content from the NT.
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“You don’t have to be a professional Instagrammer or photographer to capture our beautiful regions, I encourage all Territorians to get out and show off your own backyard by posting a great Territory snap, tag @NTaustralia and use the #NTaustralia to give Tourism NT permission to regram.”
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