Queensland’s new global tourism brand shines in Gulf

Published September 28th, 2010 - 09:47 GMT
Al Bawaba
Al Bawaba

The spotlight will shine on Queensland's holiday destinations and experiences like never before with the launch of a new global brand platform aimed at attracting more Gulf Countries to visit the Australian state, Tourism Queensland CEO Anthony Hayes said today.

Mr Hayes said Tourism Queensland's new AUD$4.16 million global tourism brand platform -

unveiled today on Queensland's famous Gold Coast.

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has to offer our visitors from Gulf Countries," Mr Hayes said.

"The new brand platform is brilliant in its simplicity and clarity and captures the essence of what sets us apart from other destinations - a

beautiful Australian holiday destination famous for sunshine, but also our unforgettable experiences and the friendly nature of

Queenslanders themselves."

Mr Hayes said

the state was an Australian holiday destination where visitors could also shine and be their 'real' selves away from the pressures of everyday

life.

Tourism Queensland Marketing Manager GCC Andrew Oldfield said the unique positioning of

based on extensive consumer research and industry consultation.

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state's destinations and experiences were positioned in a way that connected with visitors from the GCC," Mr Oldfield said.

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effective marketing activities based on what these visitors want and need from their Queensland holiday.

"Queensland's islands and beaches, natural encounters, adventure and fabulous lifestyle are all key reasons why people from the GCC visit

Queensland to have an unforgettable holiday experience," Mr Oldfield said.

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