In the vibrant world of tourism, two clients have recently achieved remarkable milestones, showcasing innovation, inclusivity and a commitment to enhancing the experiences of their customers.
Bay Island Watersports
In 2024, Karen and Ashley received a major grant through the Accessible Tourism Elevate Fund to launch their Aqua-Accessibility Program, designed to provide watersports experiences tailored for individuals with disabilities. By focusing on access and inclusion, Bay Island Watersports aims to help people find their ‘happy place’ on the water in Raby Bay and around the Redlands Coast.
This week, Bay Island Watersports (Bay Island Lifestyle) WON a Gold Tourism Award for ‘Excellence in Accessible Tourism’ at the Australian Tourism Awards, for their outstanding Aqua-Accessibility initiative. This recognition is not only a first for the Redlands Coast, but also highlights their commitment to breaking down barriers and sets a benchmark for accessible tourism across the country.
Congratulations to Karen, Ashley and their inspirational team! Visit Bay Island Lifestyle.
Evening Star Tourist Park
In a different corner of Queensland, business owner Craig from the Evening Star Tourist Park in Charleville is embarking on an exciting new project, supported by a substantial grant from the Regional Tourism Infrastructure Fund (Round 1).
Craig’s vision includes the development of eight luxurious artesian bath suites, harnessing geothermal spring water from the Great Artesian Basin. This luxury wellness experience will position Evening Star Tourist Park as a key destination on the ‘Wellness Way’ Outback Queensland Hot Springs Trail. Craig is also developing two interactive augmented reality (AR) experiences to captivate visitors. The ‘WWII Bonnievilla Experience’ will immerse guests in the region’s wartime legacy through advanced AI/AR technology, while the ‘Bilby Adventure’ will aim to enhance wildlife education and conservation awareness by bringing the endangered Bilby to life in a captivating way.
Visit Evening Star Tourist Park.
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