Global Tourism Organisations
Government
Industry Associations
Industry Advisory Panels
Global Tourism Organisations
Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)
PATA is the recognised authority on Pacific Asia travel and tourism and provides marketing, research and educational opportunities to a membership of government tourist offices, airlines, hotels, travel agencies, tour operators and related companies. PATA provides leadership to the collective efforts of nearly 100 government, state and city tourism bodies, over 55 airlines and cruise lines, and hundreds of travel industry companies. More»
World Tourism Organisation (WTO)
The WTO is an inter-governmental body entrusted by the United Nations towards the promotion and development of tourism. WTO's membership includes 150 countries and territories and more than 350 affiliate members representing local government, tourism associations and private sector companies, including airlines, hotel groups and tour operators. More»
World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC)
WTTC is the global business leaders' forum for travel and tourism. Its members are chief executives from all sectors of industry, including accommodation, catering, entertainment, recreation, transportation and other travel-related services. More»
Government
Australian Standing Committee on Tourism (ASCOT)
The Committee's main objective is to improve co-operation and co-ordination of Government policies and activities as they affect tourism. ASCOT normally meets twice annually, the Chair rotates annually and the Department provides the secretariat. ASCOT comprises representatives of the relevant Ministers´ departments and Tourism Australia.
ADS Joint Monitoring Group
The ADS Joint Monitoring Group meet to discuss issues relevant to the ongoing development of both the ADS group leisure sector and the wider China inbound market. Based on these discussions the JMG develop strategies aimed at enhancing the overall tourism experience for Chinese visitors. JMG members include the Commonwealth Departments of Industry, Tourism and Resources, and Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs; Tourism Australia; Australian Tourism Export Council; Tourism Victoria and representation ADS operators.
Japan Australia Advisory Group (JAAG)
The Japan Australia Advisory Group (JAAG) was the first group formed and comprises of the highest level of representation from the major travel agencies and trade organisations including the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) who have committed to deliver one million visitors to Australia by 2010 as part of Vision One Million.
Tourism Ministers' Council
The main role of the Tourism Ministers´ Council (TMC) is to facilitate consultation and policy co-ordination between members on tourism matters. Council members include Ministers responsible for tourism from the Commonwealth, each State and Territory and New Zealand. Representatives from Norfolk Island and Papua New Guinea hold observer status. The TMC meets annually more frequently, if required - and the Chair rotates annually.
Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service
The Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) provides quarantine inspection for international passengers, cargo, mail, animals, plants, and animal or plant products arriving in Australia. They also inspect and certify a range of agricultural products exported from Australia. AQIS’s import and export inspection and certification is essential to maintain Australia’s highly favourable animal, plant and human health status and access to export markets. Quarantine controls at Australia’s borders also minimise the risk of exotic pests and diseases to protect Australia’s agriculture industries and environment. More»
Industry Associations
Association of National Tourist Office Representatives (ANTOR)
ANTOR has a membership of 47 organisations that are dedicated to providing travellers and the Travel Industry with accurate and objective information about all aspects of their countries. Collectively they market a total of 61 destinations including almost all tourist administrations represented in Australia. More»
Association of Australian Convention Bureaux (AACB)
Association of Australian Convention Bureaux is an umbrella organisation representing 14 city and regional convention bureaux. More»
Australian Camps Association
The Australian Camps Association is recognised as the national peak body for residential camps and activity providers in Australia. More»
Australian Federation of Travel Agents
AFTA is the official national body which represents the majority of travel agents in Australia, including retail outlets, industry organisations, hotels, wholesalers, and tour operators. More»
Australian Hotels Association (AHA)
The AHA is the peak national employer organisation, representing the interests of hotels and resorts across Australia. More»
Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC)
ATEC is the national peak industry organisation which represents inbound tourism operators and suppliers including inbound tour operators, accommodation providers, attractions, airlines, cruise lines, transport and entertainment. More»
Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation (AWBC)
The Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation (AWBC) is the statutory authority established to support the Australian wine sector and improve the wine industry’s competitiveness and sustainability. Tourism Australia works closely with the AWBC on international wine tourism activities and wine promotion. More»
Backpacking Tourism Advisory Panel (BTAP)
The Backpacking Tourism Advisory Panel was established to drive development and policy within this sector of the industry. More»
Bed & Breakfast, Farmstay and Accommodation Australia Ltd (BBFAA)
BBFAA is the national peak industry organisation for bed and breakfasts, farmstays, guesthouses, cottages and quality hosted self contained accommodation throughout all Australian states and territories. Through them more than 1200 operators providing a diverse, high quality range of hosted and self-contained accommodation experiences in urban and rural Australia. More»
Business Events Council of Australia (BECA)
The Business Events Council of Australia is a coalition of national associations with an interest in business events. BECA's members comprise the Association of Australian Convention Bureaux (AACB), the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia (EEAA), the Australian Chapter of the International Convention and Congress Association (ICCA), the Australian Convention Centres Group (ACCG), Meetings and Events Australia (MEA), and MEA's Meeting Managers Special Interest Group. BEA coordinates industry-wide research and forms positions on issues of common interest affecting the business events industry. More»
Caravan, RV and Accommodation Industry of Australia Ltd. (CRVA)
The CRVA is the peak National Tourism Body representing over 4000 industry businesses ranging from caravan parks, manufacturers and retailers of industry products, suppliers of goods and services and service providers. The CRVA aims to increase the awareness of the industry through highlighting the many lifestyle benefits on offer to consumers who have yet to holiday using the industry's products and services. More»
Cruise Down Under (CDU)
Cruise Down Under [CDU] is the co-operative marketing brand for Australian and regional cruise destinations. Membership comprises Australian and regional ports, tourism agencies, shipping agents, inbound tour operators and companies dedicated to making the CDU region a major world class base and destination for cruise vessels. More»
Ecotourism Association of Australia (EAA)
EAA is the peak national body for ecotourism accommodation, tour and attraction operators, tourism planners, protected area managers, academics and students, tourism, environmental, interpretation and training consultants; and local and regional tourism associations. More»
Exhibition and Event Association of Australia (EEAA)
Exhibition and Event Association of Australia represents the exhibition and event industry in Australia and New Zealand. EEAA members include exhibition organisers, venues and service organisations involved in the exhibition and event industry. The association's primary objective is the growth of the exhibition and event industry. More»
Gay and Lesbian Tourism Australia (GALTA)
Gay and Lesbian Tourism Australia Ltd (GALTA) is a national network of tourism professionals dedicated to the welfare and satisfaction of all gay and lesbian travellers within and to Australia. More»
Guiding Organisations Australia (GOA)
GOA is the umbrella body for the individual guiding organisations and associations throughout Australia. GOA strives to improve recognition of tour guides and promote professional development within the industry and launched a national tour guide accreditation called Guides of Australia in June 2006. For more information on the accreditation download the factsheet. More»
Hotel Motel and Accommodation Association (HMAA)
HMAA is recognised as the leading authority in the Accommodation sector within Australia. HMAA represents accommodation establishments ranging from 5 Star Hotels and motels to Bed & Breakfasts in metropolitan and regional Australia adding up to a membership base of over 2000 properties. More»
International Special Events Society (ISES)
International Special Events Society is a worldwide organisation with over 5,000 members. Its Australasian affiliate has chapters in Sydney, Melbourne and Queensland. Its members include special event producers, caterers, florists, decorators and photographers, audiovisual and transport operators. More»
Meetings and Events Australia (MEA)
The Meetings and Events Australia is a national, independent not for profit body dedicated to fostering professionalism and excellence in all aspects of meetings management. MEA promotes business events as a important high-yield sector. More»
National Tourism Alliance (NTA)
The National Tourism Alliance's (NTA) role is to coordinate policy and representation on behalf of the Australian tourism industry, maintain the presence of the tourism industry to the Federal Government and to coordinate the development of a National Tourism Policy. NTA members represent over 95% of tourism industry operators covering accommodation, airlines, car touring, inbound tourism, retail travel agencies, business tourism, meetings industry, farm and country tourism, youth hostels, retail, adventure operators and the caravan and camping industry. More»
National Business Travel Association Asia Pacific (NBTA Asia Pacific)
The National Business Travel Association Asia Pacific is a national organisation with chapters in each state, focused on business travel management. NBTA Asia Pacific provides professional development and promotes best practice and networking. More»
OzArts
OzArts is an online service promoting contemporary Australian culture. The site is a showcase of 'export-ready' Australian contemporary arts, including individual artist and company profiles, and a searchable listing of forthcoming international events and touring information. OzArts profiles artists in theatre, dance, music, literature, and visual arts and crafts. The site also profiles Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and artists whose work is performed for young people. More»
Restaurant and Catering Australia
Restaurant and Catering Australia is the peak national organisation representing the interests of restaurateurs and caterers. The Association exists to lead the restaurant and catering industry. More»
TTF Australia
TTF Australia is a national, advocacy group representing the chief executives of the major corporations and institutions in Australia's tourism and transport industries. Members' interests span tourism, transport, investment, property development, leisure, retail, hospitality, education, technology and major events. More»
Winemakers' Federation of Australia Incorporated
The Winemakers' Federation of Australia Incorporated (WFA) is the national peak body with voluntary membership representing more than 90% of the wine produced in Australia. WFA have developed a Wine Tourism Strategic Business Plan 2000-2005, building on the previous work done on the National Wine Tourism Strategy (1998) and National Wine Tourism Implementation Plan (1999). More» |
