Accommodation Ratings

Accommodation listings feature the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) ratings. These ratings are intended to indicate, in a general sense, the standard of accommodation offered. All ratings are allocated on the basis of the amenities and facilities provided by the establishment at the time inspections are undertaken by AAA.

These could vary during the validity of this brochure.

Australian Tourism Export Council

Knowing just who to do business with is one of the hardest things when dealing with a destination. In Australia, doing business with a member of the Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) is a good start. ATEC is the peak industry body representing the export tourism sector and has an interface with federal and state government and other industry bodies such as Tourism Australia.

ATEC is the only industry association that solely represents Australia's $24 billion tourism export sector and professionally represents the interests of over 1100 members. Members includes inbound tour operators who collate, contract, book, administer and service FIT, group, incentive, conference and cruise ship business around Australia, ATEC also represents the best in Australian tourism product suppliers including accommodation providers, tour companies, attractions, airlines, cruise lines, transport, food and beverage outlets and tourism services. All applications for ATEC membership go before the ATEC Board for approval and must meet certain criteria.

For inbound tour operator members this includes holding a current license and providing details of their business practise, experience and financial position. ATEC actively facilitates businessto- business relationships between ITOs and suppliers via national and regional workshops and familiarisations. Membership is recognised as a strong indicator of professional credibility, business reputation and international market knowledge and experience. ATEC branch and national events also include market updates, educational workshops and social networking events. ATEC is committed to taking a leading role in shaping Australia's tourism export industry and ensuring international visitors receive a quality tourism experience.

For more information contact
ATEC National Office
Ph: +61 2 8262 5500
Fax: +61 2 9268 0457

www.atec.net.au

Ecotourism Australia

The mark of a genuine ecotourism experience.

Queensland offers some of the most memorable natural environments and experiences on earth but to help your clients get the most from their visit, their choice of tour operators, accommodation and attractions is very important.

Whether your clients are inspired by reef, rainforest or outback, choosing products with the “ECO Certified” logo ensures you receive quality service with companies that will provide an authentic experience of these amazing natural areas.

You can also be sure that companies with the "ECO Certified" logo will not damage the environment and will operate in a way that protects the area for future generations to enjoy.

ECO Certified operators have been assessed by Ecotourism Australia and have met the high standards of their independent certification program.

About Ecotourism Australia

Ecotourism Australia is the peak national industry organisation for Australia's Nature and Ecotourism sector. It is a non-profit industry association dedicated to sustainable tourism and has members throughout Australia. It works closely with government and tourism authorities, setting standards that ensure a great experience for international visitors and maximum protection for Australia's magnificent natural environment. Three high levels of care Ecotourism Australia's ECO Certification program is a world leader in defining best practice for ecotourism and nature-based travel.

The ECO Certification program has three levels of certification.

ECO Certified Nature Tourism certification has a natural area focus and meets high standards of business ethics, environmental sustainability and customer satisfaction.

ECO Certified Ecotourism and ECO Certified Advanced Ecotourism certification add higher levels of interpretation and education as well as working with local communities and contributing to conservations.

All operators who display the ECO Certified logo are regularly audited to ensure they continue to maintain the highest standards and give visitors a genuine experience of Australia's natural treasures. ECO Certified operators are motivated by their own passion for the area in which they operate and are ideal people to share this passion with international visitors to Queensland.

When you see the 'ECO Certification' logo, you can be confident that your client will experience a genuine and authentic tour, attraction or accommodation that looks after the environment. The ECO Certification program assures you that a certified product is backed by a commitment to best-practice sustainable management and provides a high quality nature based tourism experience. Tourism businesses are audited and assessed by Ecotourism Australia, the peak body for ecotourism in Australia, before being awarded ECO Certification.

Ecotourism Australia
PO Box 881
Fortitude Valley 4006
Ph: +61 7 3252 1530
Fax: +61 7 3257 0331
Email: admin@ecotourism.org.au
Web: www.ecotourism.org.au

Savannah Guides

Savannah Guides is a network of professional tour guides with a collective in-depth knowledge of the natural and cultural assets of the tropical savannahs of northern Australia. Savannah Guides Sites and Stations have been developed by privately and publicly owned enterprises and feature nature and/or culture based interpretive activities, as a prominent part of their business and demonstrate a commitment to conservation values.

Savannah Guides Limited, PO Box 63 Georgetown, Queensland, 4871 Ph: +61 7 4062 1057
Fax: +61 7 4062 1488
Email: info@savannah-guides.com.au
Web: www.savannah-guides.com.au

The Australian Tourism Data Warehouse -The Mark of Quality Queensland Content

All listings featuring the Australian tourism data Warehouse (AtdW) logo, included throughout this directory, are recognised members of the AtdW tourism database.

The ATDW logo verifies the credibility of this supplier's information and the authenticity of their product as an approved ATDW listing, the information having been quality assured by Tourism Queensland. The ATDW is the Australian government's tourism information platform providing a comprehensive database of tourism products and experiences. The 26,000 listing database is made available to travel trade and online publishers to incorporate into their digital channels. ATDW members enjoy access to multiple marketing opportunities as their single listing is distributed through many websites and other channels.

Distributors of the content include Australia.com, Yahoo! 7 Australia and NZ, About-Australia.com, Webjet.com, AustraliaTravelmarket.com and PleaseTakeMeTo.com who are some of the largest distributors of Australian tourism products and experiences. ATDW distributors enjoy a very cost-effective method of sourcing and updating tourism content, with easy integration to their sites, while members are maximising their marketing potential through a single listing submission. The ATDW provides the only central database of Australia-wide digital tourism content for multi-channel distribution and leads the world in delivering a suite of digital tourism technology products and services.

To become a member of the ATDW contact Tourism Queensland via email at atdw@tq.com.au or visit www.tq.com.au/atdw.

Enquiries regarding accessing the ATDW's Australian content product can be sent to: atdwadministration@atdw.com.au

Green Globe 21

Green Globe is the worldwide benchmarking and certification program which facilitates sustainable travel and tourism for consumers, companies and communities. It also provides consumers with an assurance that Green Globe companies are committed to a sustainable future.

EC3 global
Level 11/30 Makerston St.
Ph: +61 7 3238 1900
Fax: +61 7 3211 4738
Email: support@ec3global.com
Web: www.greenglobe.org