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The Victoria Tourism Industry Council welcomes the latest results of the National Visitor Survey, which showed positive results for Victoria across …
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april
The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) is on the road and visiting you! Get your 2018 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards entry underway by joining us and your industry peers for
Get your 2018 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards entry underway by joining us and your industry peers for an ‘Entrant Workshop’ at Meletos in the Yarra Valley.
At the session, you will hear from award winning Tesselaar Tulip Festival, why they entered and why you should consider entering in 2018.
This event is a ‘must attend’ for all entrants to get updated on the rules for entry and timelines, updates to the ‘online entry system’ and hear hints and tips from judges, mentors and other entrants.
You’ll walk away feeling prepared and ready to start developing a winning entry before it is due on Monday 13 August at 4pm.
(Friday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Victoria Tourism Industry Councilinfo@vtic.com.au
The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) is on the road and visiting the Great Ocean Road region! Get your 2018 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards entry underway by joining us
Get your 2018 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards entry underway by joining us and your industry peers for an ‘Entrant Workshop’ at the Award Winning Alkina Lodge in the Great Ocean Road region.
At the session, you will hear from this award winning business, why they entered and why you should consider entering in 2018.
This event is a ‘must attend’ for all entrants to get updated on the rules for entry and timelines, updates to the ‘online entry system’ and hear hints and tips from judges, mentors and other entrants.
You’ll walk away feeling prepared and ready to start developing a winning entry before it is due on Monday 13 August at 4pm.
(Monday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Victoria Tourism Industry Councilinfo@vtic.com.au
may
Accessible tourism is one of the most under-serviced sectors in travel, yet the latest research shows it has the potential to drive significant business growth for operators that understand the
Accessible tourism is one of the most under-serviced sectors in travel, yet the latest research shows it has the potential to drive significant business growth for operators that understand the market.
The main objective of this full day workshop is to improve your understanding of travellers with a disability, to enable you to personalise the experience, meet their needs and grow your share of this market.
We will address any misconceptions you may have and demonstrate that being an accessible and inclusive tourism operator is a lot easier and more cost effective than you may think.
This workshop will:
The workshop will cover:
Cost: $280
(Tuesday) 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Crowne Plaza Melbourne
1-5 Spencer Street, Melbourne
Destination Melbourneinfo@destination.melbourne
The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) is on the road and visiting you! Get your 2018 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards entry underway by joining us and your industry peers for
Get your 2018 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards entry underway by joining us and your industry peers for an ‘Entrant Workshop’ at the newly opened St Andrews Beach Brewery.
At the session, you will hear from this award winning business, why they entered and why you should consider entering in 2018.
This event is a ‘must attend’ for all entrants to get updated on the rules for entry and timelines, updates to the ‘online entry system’ and hear hints and tips from judges, mentors and other entrants.
You’ll walk away feeling prepared and ready to start developing a winning entry before it is due on Monday 13 August at 4pm.
*Also while you are visiting, you will have the chance to try their brew!
(Wednesday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Victoria Tourism Industry Councilinfo@vtic.com.au
The day after handing down his fourth state budget, Tim Pallas MP, Treasurer of Victoria, will join us to outline the key features of the budget and its impact on
(Wednesday) 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The Ballroom, Park Hyatt Melbourne
1 Parliament Square
Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industryinfo@victorianchamber.com.au
As the days get shorter, join us for VTIC's May Mixer. Happening the first Wednesday of every month, the VTIC Mixer Series will run February through
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 The Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens, we will enjoy the beautiful outlook over Treasury Gardens and a central CBD location. The Hop-Sing Bar will be where we catch-up, chew the fat and enjoy one another’s company.
Happy Hour Prices:
(Wednesday) 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Mercure Melbourne Treasury Gardens
13 Spring Street
The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) is on the road and visiting you! Get your 2018 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards entry underway by joining us and your industry peers for
Get your 2018 RACV Victorian Tourism Awards entry underway by joining us and your industry peers for an ‘Entrant Workshop’ at the Ballarat Town Hall.
At the session, you will hear from this award winning business, why they entered and why you should consider entering in 2018.
This event is a ‘must attend’ for all entrants to get updated on the rules for entry and timelines, updates to the ‘online entry system’ and hear hints and tips from judges, mentors and other entrants.
You’ll walk away feeling prepared and ready to start developing a winning entry before it is due on Monday 13 August at 4pm.
(Friday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Ballarat Town Hall
225 Sturt Street
Victoria Tourism Industry Councilinfo@vtic.com.au
june
Make firm, fast friends. Introducing VTIC's June Networking Mixer. This Mixer will be unlike any other. Enjoy amplifying your networks surrounded by the
This Mixer will be unlike any other. Enjoy amplifying your networks surrounded by the wonders of the deep. Trust us, you’ll never be stuck for a conversation starter. 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!
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Corner King & Flinders Streets
Victoria Tourism Industry Councilinfo@vtic.com.au
july
One last chance to experience the wonder of the Melbourne Aquarium... courtesy of VTIC and SEA LIFE. Perhaps you joined us in June
Perhaps you joined us in June and just can’t get enough? Or perhaps you missed the last VTIC Mixer? Either way, you don’t need an excuse to join us at our July Mixer under the sea.
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!
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium
Corner King & Flinders Streets
Victoria Tourism Industry Councilinfo@vtic.com.au
VTC18 will deliver practical take-aways for all delegates - no matter how large or small your business or budget. Inspirational, relevant and informative speakers will deliver
Inspirational, relevant and informative speakers will deliver on these messages. We hope to challenge and inspire with the sole aim of making all businesses, and our industry thrive now and into the future. This is our state-wide conference for all sectors of the Victorian tourism and events industry. There will be knowledge sharing opportunities during networking sessions with a range of industry players all under the one roof. We encourage all attendees to take advantage of this opportunity and engage with thought leaders and businesses from across our state. We cannot wait to see you all there.
More information on theme, program content and speaker line up to be announced shortly.
30 (Monday) 8:00 am - 31 (Tuesday) 3:30 pm
RACV Cape Schanck Resort
Trent Jones Drive
Victoria Tourism Industry Councilinfo@vtic.com.au