29 June 2009
Spirit of Tasmania today launched a brand new competition called
'Tassie on a shoestring'. In 25 words or less, local residents of
Tasmania will be asked to describe how visitors can see and enjoy
Tassie on a shoestring budget with the chance to win over $4,000 in
prizes.
TT-Line aims to boost the Tasmanian economy and increase
visitation to the state with a new promotion. Holidays which
represent value are proving popular in the current economic climate
and Tasmania is well placed to capitalise on this trend. We are
inviting local Tasmanians to participate in this innovative
initiative.
A selection of the best responses will be published in Spirit of
Tasmania's new unique Tasmania travel guide in late 2009.
Suggestions may include a place that offers great value meals, a
natural attraction or a great way to save money while travelling
around Tassie.
"Research has shown that in today's economic climate more
Australians are being encouraged to holiday at home rather than
overseas and they want value for money," said Charles Griplas, CEO,
Spirit of Tasmania.
"Our new statewide competition is important for the state's
tourism industry and the broader Tasmanian economy.
"Spirit of Tasmania is synonymous with Tasmania, so we know what's
good for Spirit is going to be good for the state.
"The new handy travel guide will hopefully be passed on to
friends, relatives and recommended to any potential traveller
wanting to visit Tasmania for a holiday.
"Tasmanians know their state better than anyone else, so we are
asking all local residents to step up to the challenge and enter
via our website. A return trip for four on board Spirit of Tasmania
and Tasmanian entertainment books are some of the great prizes that
can be won.
"I encourage all Tasmanian residents to enter our new competition
because it's about us getting down to grass roots and involving the
entire community.
"We want the whole state to get involved and promote Tasmania like
never before with their Tassie on a shoestring budget ideas," said
Mr Griplas.
Visit spiritoftasmania.com.au/shoestring and tell us in 25 words
or less how to see and enjoy Tassie on a shoestring budget for your
chance to win a share in over $4,000 worth of prizes. Competition
closes Friday 24 July 2009 at 5pm.
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Contact:
Soniya Fernandez, Corporate Communications Coordinator
Spirit of Tasmania
03 9206 6220
0438 393 898
saf@spiritoftasmania.com.au
Spirit of Tasmainia
