Martin Ferguson
Minister for Resources and Energy
Minister for Tourism
Jan McLucas
Senator for Queensland
After discovering the ocean wonders of the Whitsundays over the last few days audience members from the Oprah Winfrey Show will now have the opportunity to experience the wonders of the Daintree.
Minister for Tourism, Martin Ferguson AM MP said that Tourism Australia, in partnership with Tourism Queensland and industry partners, has put together a truly exciting program of activities to showcase the world class tourism experiences on offer in Tropical North Queensland.
“Audience members will have the opportunity to experience the spectacular scenery of the Daintree,” Minister Ferguson said.
“Activities will offer our American visitors a taste of Australian life in Tropical North Queensland.
“The Daintree is one of Australia’s most iconic tourism destinations, it recognised as a World Hertiage listed area and it will now be on display again as part of this important visit.”
Jan McLucas, Senator for Queensland, extended a very warm welcome to the audience members and invited them to make the most of Queensland’s genuine hospitality.
“Oprah’s audience members are in for an absolute treat during their visit here in the Daintree,” Senator McLucas said.
“They will have an opportunity today to see not only the natural wonders of the Daintree Rainforest but also to experience the rich and ancient culture of our First Australians.
Tourism generates $9.2 billion dollars for Queensland’s economy.
With the strong economy and high Australian dollar more Australians are choosing to holiday overseas at the same time that more international visitors are coming to Australia.
Senator McLucas said Oprah’s Ultimate Australia Adventure will encourage more visitors to Australia but it will also remind Australians that some of the best holiday destinations in the world can be found right here in our own back yard.
“I encourage more Australians to head to the Tropical North for their holidays and follow in the footsteps of Oprah’s audience.”