A cosy encounter in the North-West
PENNY McLEOD embarks on a mission to try the North-West’s gourmet produce and drinks, and do some sightseeing over three days and four nights at Cradle Mountain and Penguin.
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Airport ahoy as SkyBus wings in
A NEW high-frequency airport bus service has begun operation between Hobart airport and the CBD.
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Top-flight talks on direct link with Asia
THE State Government has sent a delegation to Asia in an accelerating bid to lure international flights to Hobart.
Eagle-eyed opportunity awaits
THE closure of a $6.5m tourism development is robbing people of the chance to access one of the most memorable wilderness experiences in the country.
Capitalising on China boom
A NEW guide aims to help Tasmanian tourism businesses that wish to give Chinese visitors a top experience.
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Asia flights push stepped up
THE bid to achieve Tasmanian tourism’s holy grail – direct flights to the state from Asia – will move a step closer next week.
Go on, take a hike, Tasmania
THE Overland Track attracts walkers from all over the country, but it’s often overlooked by Tasmanians.
Thirsty traveller in mind
THE emerging niche market of beer tourism could grow to rival wine and whisky in Tasmania.
Summer season jobs boost
ONE of the state’s fastest growing tourism employers is looking to boost staff numbers as it prepares for the peak summer season.
Tax axe cuts Strait prices
TT-LINE fares will fall slightly because the carbon tax has been scrapped.
Great call of China
THE world can’t get enough of Tasmania, with a surge in the number of Chinese tourists pushing visitor numbers to another record.
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