Industry Membership and Association
Experience Gold Coast
Experience Gold Coast is the regional tourism organisation that promotes the Gold Coast as a top travel destination. Partnering with local businesses and tourism operators, it highlights the area’s attractions—from stunning beaches and nightlife to family-friendly sites and hinterland escapes—supporting sustainable growth and enhancing visitor experiences.
Profile on Hot Air Balloon Gold Coast
Ecotourism Australia - Green Travel Guide
Ecotourism Australia is the country’s leading organisation for sustainable and responsible travel, dedicated to promoting tourism that positively impacts the environment, local communities, and cultural heritage. Established in 1991, it provides certification programs that recognise businesses and destinations committed to ecotourism principles, focusing on conservation, environmental education, and minimal impact practices.
Ecotourism Australia also offers the Green Travel Guide, an essential resource for eco-conscious travellers, showcasing certified operators and destinations that meet high sustainability standards. Through this guide and its rigorous certification programs, Ecotourism Australia supports operators, governments, and communities in creating authentic, nature-based tourism experiences that protect Australia’s unique natural assets and advocate for a more sustainable future in tourism.
Profile on Hot Air - Green Travel Guide.
Read more about Hot Air's Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism Certification here.
Tourism Tropical North Queensland
Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) is the official regional tourism organisation promoting Tropical North Queensland as a premier travel destination. Based in Cairns, TTNQ collaborates with tourism operators, government bodies, and industry stakeholders to attract visitors to the region, encompassing iconic locations like the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and the Atherton Tablelands. TTNQ drives tourism growth through strategic marketing, destination development, and partnerships, supporting the sustainable development of the region’s natural and cultural assets.
Profile on Hot Air Balloon Cairns
Profile on Hot Air Balloon Port Douglas
Visit Gay Australia
Visit Gay Australia is a dedicated tourism platform promoting LGBTQIA+ friendly destinations, events, and experiences across Australia. It connects travellers with inclusive businesses, accommodation, and activities, creating a welcoming environment for the LGBTQIA+ community. With a focus on celebrating diversity, Visit Gay Australia helps visitors discover the best of Australia’s unique and vibrant offerings in a safe and affirming way.
Profile on Hot Air Balloon Cairns and Port Douglas.
Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC)
The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) is the peak industry body representing Australia's tourism export sector. With over 1,000 members nationwide, including large national and multinational companies as well as small and medium-sized enterprises, ATEC plays a pivotal role in connecting Australian tourism businesses with international markets. The organisation facilitates commercial connections, advocates to government for support and the removal of impediments to growth, and provides training and resources to help members effectively engage with the global tourism industry. Through initiatives like the 'Tourism Trade Ready' program, ATEC equips businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to attract and service international visitors, thereby contributing to the sustainable growth of Australia's tourism export industry.
Hot Air Balloon Cairns & Gold Coast holds ATEC Significant Membership.