Month: January 2018

VTIC warmly invites Premium members to an exclusive lunch with Lyell Strambi, CEO and MD of Australia Pacific Airports Corporation and Peter Bingeman, CEO of Visit Victoria.

Lyell and Peter will be ‘in conversation’ about Melbourne Airport’s long-term vision as a global aviation gateway and its impact on Victoria’s Visitor Economy. Key topics of discussion will include the Melbourne Airport Third Runway, greater connectivity through projects such as the Airport Rail Link and forecasted growth in both domestic and international passenger arrivals.

Please note this event is open to current VTIC Premium and Connect members only. If you are interested in becoming a Premium or Connect member please contact us.

Happening the first Wednesday of every month, the VTIC Mixer Series will run February through to December in 2018. As always, no lengthy power-points, no pitches, just a chance to broaden your network – and have a great time!

Hosted by VTIC Member and our good friends at Melbourne Zoo, we are set to experience 50 Greatest Wildlife Photographs in a pop-up photography exhibition, debuting in Melbourne Zoo’s historic Carousel Park, and features a selection of breathtaking images from some of National Geographic’s most renowned photographers, including Paul Nicklen and David Doubilet.

Don’t miss your chance to see these outstanding wildlife images and experience Melbourne Zoo as the exhibition comes to life” along with Inde’s augmented reality experiences.

Everyone who registers and attends this event will receive a complimentary double pass to Melbourne Zoo on arrival (expires on 30/12/2018)

Getting to Melbourne Zoo by public transport is easy!

Please enter via the main gate

By Tram

Tram 58 “West Coburg to Toorak” runs from William Street in the city centre every day, stopping directly outside Melbourne Zoo

By Train

Trains run from Flinders Street Station on the Upfield line every day, stopping at Melbourne Zoo’s own Royal Park Station

By Bus

Bus route 505 from Moonee Ponds to Melbourne University stops outside Melbourne Zoo

ARE DIRECT BOOKINGS REALLY FREE?

The increasing cost of OTA commission structures is a very hot topic. This webinar will tackle the question “Are direct bookings really free?” and will explore distribution via commercial digital channels versus direct bookings.

OTA’s don’t have to be the enemy — but you do best to know how to manage your distribution costs and maximise the audiences they can deliver.

Join Tamie Matthews of RevenYou for an informative panel discussion presented with industry experts who will share their own experiences in tackling this critical issue and provide you with key insights to improve your bottom line.

Another not to be missed webinar – a must attend for all accommodation and attraction operators!

Unite with your industry friends and colleagues to help celebrate Victoria’s tourism and event leaders at the 2018 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards Gala Ceremony.

Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) with RACV and the Victorian Government, are pleased to recognise our state winners across 27 business and three individual categories at this prestigious black-tie event.

The Victorian Tourism Awards is now in its 34th year, attracting over 100 entries and around 1000 industry representatives at the Gala Ceremony.

Please join us for the VTIC Annual General Meeting to be held on Wednesday 28 November, free to attend for all VTIC members. Following the meeting, light refreshments will be served to accompany networking between members.

At this meeting, we will review FY 2017/18 and announce the newly elected VTIC Board members as well as committee members and Chairs for the Attractions, Destinations and Tour and Transport policy committees.

We look forward to welcoming you to the VTIC AGM. Please do not hesitate to contact VTIC should you require any further information. An agenda will be circulated prior to the meeting.

You are invited to attend the 2018 Tourism Industry Christmas Celebration !

Get ready to be dazzled at the VTIC, Destination Melbourne and Melbourne Convention Bureau Christmas Celebration this December!

We will kick off the 2019 Webinar Series with a not to be missed presentation from ReviewPro !

Join industry peers and fellow VTIC members as we hear the latest updates from Tourism Australia, as well as factors impacting our Victorian Visitor Economy.

Throughout this jam packed AGENDA you will hear from key stakeholders and receive an update on the recent changes to our industry.