Daydream Island and Living Reef took centre stage this week, with Whitsunday Coast Airport announcing a partnership with budget airline Bonza, to launch a range of exciting holiday packages.
These new opportunities will benefit both tourists and locals who will be able to book a range of experiences that include air-travel, accommodation, and experiences all in one booking.
Tourists will be able to book their dream holidays in the Whitsundays and locals will be able to travel to the 21 different destinations in Australia where packages are also available.
Daydream Island served as the official launch location this Tuesday morning, with guests invited to browse the different holiday packages.
Craig Turner, Director of Commercial Businesses for the Whitsunday Regional Council, was instrumental in aligning the partnership and is excited for the influx of visitors expected through the region.
“Strategically, this is great for us and the region,” he explained.
“It’s not just about the airport, it’s about the tourism operators, the islands, the accommodations, and experiences.”
According to Mr Turner, bookings have already started rolling in for Daydream Island through the Holiday Packages, particularly for December and January.
“This is so easy for consumers to book and organise,” he said.
Daydream Island General Manager Marcus Taylor says he is excited for the partnership and the opportunity to unite with local operators through a range of positive experiences for visitors and locals alike.
“A big focus for us is locals, we understand that not only do locals support us, but they also work with us, and we want to work with them,” he said.
“It’s from tour operators, to retailers, to suppliers - if Daydream is busy then the Whitsundays is busy, and that’s a win for everyone.”
Bonza Holiday Packages operate in all 21 destinations Bonza currently services, with Whitsunday locals able to secure holidays in Newcastle, Sunshine Coast, and the Gold Coast.
Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Julie Hall, Director of Commercial Businesses for the Whitsunday Regional Council Craig Turner, Bonza Chief Commercial Officer Carly Povey, Federal Member for Dawson Andrew Willcox, Daydream Island and Living Reef General Manager Marcus Taylor, and Bonza’s Blanca Arcayos. Photo credit: Bronte Hodge
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