| Tourism Northern Territory’s Message to Our Partners |
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While we continue to await the reopening of Australia’s borders to international travelers, we’d like to share the latest news and updates from the wild and beautiful Northern Territory to keep the dream of Australian travels alive. When international travel returns to Australia, these tourism products will be ready for you and your clients. Thank you for your incredible support over these difficult months!
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| What's new in the NT |
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| Aussie Specialist Webinar – December |
| Earlier this month, Aussie Specialists joined the Tourism NT and Tourism Australia teams to learn about what makes the NT different in every sense. The webinar provided a destination overview along with fun facts and personal insights from the Tourism NT Americas team. To view the webinar recording and join future Tourism Australia webinars, sign up to become an Aussie Specialist! For existing specialists, the webinar recording can be viewed via the link below. |
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| Million Dollar Fish |
| October 1, 2020, marked the first day of Million Dollar Fish season six in the Northern Territory. It’s no secret that the NT has some of the best fishing in all of Australia, but now through the end of March 2021, fishing enthusiasts could take home massive cash prizes – up to $1 million – for reeling in a verified tagged barramundi. While Million Dollar Fish has welcomed participation from tourists in years past, and will continue to do so in the future, this season is one for the NT locals! |
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| Changes to Wayoutback Touring
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| Popular NT tour operator Wayoutback Safaris announced some changes to their 2021 operations within the Northern Territory. All future tours will operate with a maximum of 18 guests, and each group will have two accredited guides to ensure better hygiene and quality of food preparation, cleanliness of camps and vehicles, and more. Two guides will also allow the group to split up on walks in key areas like Kings Canyon and Kata Tjuta, where clients may have varying levels of fitness. For full details of Wayoutback Safaris’ changes, check out the link below. |
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| Luxury Lodges of Australia – City Escapes |
| With personal space and room to roam top-of-mind for many amid the ongoing spread of COVID-19, the Luxury Lodges of Australia is promoting escapes from major Australian cities to various luxury properties throughout the country. From Darwin, Luxury Lodges highlights Bamurru Plains, noting the property’s location on the Mary River floodplains adjacent to Kakadu National Park. Bamurru Plains is perfectly situated for guests looking to immerse themselves in the bush and discover the incredible Top End wildlife. |
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| NT IN THE NEWS |
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| Uproxx Travel Editor Pens a Love Letter to Darwin’s Laksa Scene |
| Just in time for the 2020 Darwin International Laksa Festival, travel editor of Uproxx Travel Steve Bramucci penned his personal love letter to a favorite dish of the Top End. The article also features a special laksa recipe from the 2019 Darwin Laksa Festival Winner, chef Jason Chin of Chok’s Place. Give the article a read and try your hand at making your very own Darwin laksa from home! |
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| Australia Named One of Lonely Planet’s “Best in Travel” Destinations for 2021 |
| This year the Lonely Planet “Best in Travel” awards look a little different. With COVID-19 shutting down travel, the awards this year shifted to focus on topics like sustainability, community and diversity. In the spirit of community, Australia has been recognized by the Lonely Planet team for the country’s “Community Restoration” efforts following the 2019/2020 summer bushfires. While the Northern Territory was relatively unscathed by the fires, Tourism NT is happy to be a part of the Australian community working to restore travel and rebuild communities following the hardships of the past year. |
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| PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS |
Our wonderful NT operators are holding strong amid the COVID-19 tourism slowdown. While they’ve pivoted to focus on a primarily domestic market, they look forward to welcoming visitors from international destinations once again, and hope your clients might consider these options for their future trips!
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| Sturt Desert Pea House |
| The Sturt Desert Pea House, located just outside Alice Springs, is the perfect option for small groups in search of luxury accommodations. The four-bedroom, two-bathroom home features a native garden and large outdoor space, saltwater swimming pool and old-style furniture. On the outskirts of town, the house provides the perfect getaway for a family vacation, business retreat, or a small group of travelers. |
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| Maruku Arts |
| While Maruku Arts remains closed to tourism, the organization is using the downtime to operate a six-week program with Voyages Ayers Rock Resort focused on strengthening the bond between resort staff and Aboriginal elders. Throughout the program, staff joins the Maruku elders and community members for various activities, including dot painting and language lessons, to create a closer bond between the two communities sharing the land. |
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| Wildman Wilderness Lodge |
| Wildman Wilderness Lodge offers an unforgettable experience full of wildlife, wide-open spaces and bespoke touring. Situated on the Mary River wetlands just outside of Kakadu National Park, the 25-room property provides a luxury of exclusivity to its guests. With both cabins and glamping tents available, guests don’t have to compromise comfort to get close to nature. |
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| CONTACT US |
Australia's Northern Territory
c/o Myriad Marketing
5800 Bristol Parkway
Suite 660
Culver City, CA 90230
tourismnt@myriadmarketing.com
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