Big Red Group

11/07/2024

If you live in NSW Australia - take 1 minute to help the environment and stop polluting and dumping in Sydney Harbor. Sign the petition to get Government to act. Please 🙏 https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/la/Pages/ePetition-details.aspx?q=DqXN3A0U4R3g8W25kiQwMw

Pass it on to 10 friends. 😇

A small thing we can do right now to help the planet…
hashtag Clean Up Australia City of Sydney

01/04/2022

After months of planning and integration work Experience Oz, and Destination Cairns Marketing are today bringing their joint venture to life. Big Red Group’s Chief Growth Officer Matt Cavalier who has been leading the integration work is pleased with the progress the team has made, with hotels set to benefit throughout the North Queensland region.

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30/03/2022

Experiences @ Work are an important part of the culture at Big Red Group, enritching the workplace environment. Recently, the team had the opportunity to get out in the sun and enjoy picturesque views of Sydney Harbour 🌊 ☀️

29/03/2022

It has been another busy few weeks for our Supply Team, out on the road and enjoying the opportunity to connect in-person with our supply community. Here, Supply Market Manager Rebecca Madden, had the chance to catch-up with Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

24/03/2022

Long-time supply partner, Trippas White Group, faced barriers throughout the pandemic as a hospitality experience provider. They learnt many lessons about staying agile and flexible, especially with the confusion that sporadic closures had on consumer confidence. They highlight the importance of maintaining relationships, effective communication and how the support from Big Red Group helped them thrive post-lockdowns, having the opportunity to enter a deeper commercial partnership with Big Red Group.

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24/03/2022

Meet Karis Dorrigan - Head of Product at Big Red Group, with a passion for product, she has bought incredible momentum and drive into growing product into a high functioning area of the business. Dorrigan has a clear vision on where she can take product, and is excited at the opportunity to build capability, drive growth, and deliver a product that eases the customer journey.



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21/03/2022

Hotels across are set to benefit as Big Red Group's Experience Oz Local Agent 'Stay & Play' campaign comes to life. Find out more on our website:
https://www.thebigredgroup.com.au/.../stay-and-play-to.../

Big Red Group’s leading domestic experience provider Experience Oz, and its hotel concierge booking arm Experience Oz Local Agent have been selected by Destination Gold Coast (DGC) to deliver an Austrade funded program, ‘Stay and Play’, aimed at boosting the Gold Coast’s hotel, tour and expe...

09/03/2022

In line with this year’s International Women’s Day global theme ‘Changing Climates: Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow’, Big Red Group enjoyed hearing from its community of partners on the innovation and progress they are seeing within the tour and experience industry.

A big thank you to Shannon Bailey – ’s Regional Trade Sales Director for Asia Pacific, Suzy Balogh – Olympic Gold Medallist and Managing Director of Hitting Targets, Judith Muir – OAM, Owner / Operator of Polperro Dolphin Swims, and Sophie Treasure – Industry Relations and Sustainability Manager at Tourism Australia.

https://www.thebigredgroup.com.au/big-red-group-hosts-international-womens-day-2022/

04/03/2022

Big Red Group has sensationally returned for a stunning Mexican themed lunch in our community space; the first of many for 2022. This was a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Mardi Gras, an important week for many members of the LGBTQI+ community, highlighting the value of inclusivity in the workplace, brightening up the Sydney HQ with all the colours of the rainbow.

03/03/2022

Deep partnering is a growth opportunity for many businesses, and an avenue that Big Red Group continues to invest in, with tourism recovery set to take some time. A recent agreement forged with its long-term supplier, Picture This Ballooning is set to launch the business skyward.

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28/02/2022

Big Red Group’s thoughts are with communities, our supply partners, employees and their families battling unprecedented rainfall and devastating floods in Queensland and New South Wales.

We know many of our team and partners are being directly impacted by this rapidly unfolding situation, with Experience Oz and Experience Oz Local Agent based on the Gold Coast. We hope you remain safe, and know that we, and all of Australia, stand ready to help when the situation allows.

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24/02/2022

Big Red Group’s RedBalloon is excited to be sponsoring the Local Business Program for Vivid 2022. After a 2-year hiatus, Sydney is more than ready to shine again, with local businesses and experience suppliers encouraged to join the program to access exclusive opportunities.

Apply now: https://www.vividsydney.com/info/local-business-program

23/02/2022

Big Red Group leaders enjoyed finally meeting many of the Experience Oz and Experience Oz Local Agent team in person during a recent Gold Coast trip.

Maddi Robins, Director of People & Culture was thrilled to spend quality time learning the intricacies of the business as deep integration work continues, noting “you can’t fully appreciate the incredible culture that the Experience Oz team has fostered over the past 15 years until you’re there amongst it. From the vibrant Experience Oz retail space, to the relationships built with local supply partners, it’s a very special business.”

Big Red Group looks forward to welcoming the Gold Coast based team for a Sydney visit soon, with some fantastic employee events and experiences planned over upcoming months.

21/02/2022

Tremendous day for our industry with international borders reopening, giving fully vaccinated tourists access to our breath-taking country. Australia is back on the map, ready to be explored and enjoyed, with Big Red Group’s experience suppliers ready to benefit.

16/02/2022

Big Red Group CEO David Anderson leads by example when it comes to shifting the way people experience life, recently visiting tour and experience operators across the country. The trip has refreshed Anderson’s vision for the business, which he shared with the team at a recent event.

https://www.thebigredgroup.com.au/david-anderson-out-about-with-suppliers/

14/02/2022

This Valentine's Day share the love with our supply partners, whether you are spending the day with family, friends, a loved one or solo; Big Red Group has a wide range of romantic and unique experiences to charm your nearest and dearest.

13/02/2022

Fantastic $40m Federal Government commitment announced by Minister for Trade, Tourism & Investment, Dan Tehan MP to attract international tourists. The Come and Say G’Day campaign seeks to put Australia back on the map as a must see destination.

https://www.ausleisure.com.au/news/new-campaign-focuses-on-iconic-australian-locations-to-attract-international-tourists/

A new $40 million national tourism campaign - with the slogan ‘Don’t Go Small. Go Australia’ -focussing on Australia’s natural wonders such as Uluru and the Great Barrier Reef will be launched in the US and UK on Monday ahead of the return of international tourists on 21st February.

09/02/2022

Congratulations to our amazing suppliers that were recently recognised at the Victorian Tourism Awards, NSW Tourism Awards and Canberra Region Tourism Awards.

In Victoria Wildlife Wonders, Peninsula Hot Springs, Phillip Island Nature Parks, Melbourne Boat Hire, Green Olive at Red Hill, Balgownie Estate Bendigo, Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park, Sea All Dolphin Swims, Balgownie Estate Yarra Valley, Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Adventure Park Geelong, Victoria, and Gumbuya World.

In NSW the experiences highlighted were Taronga Western Plains Zoo, LETS GO SURFING, Beyond Ballooning, Coffs Skydivers, Birch-Moss Vale, Cape Byron Distillery, Tweed Eco Cruises, Vision Walks - Eco Tours, The Ridge Retreat At Mollymook, Wajaana Yaam Gumbaynggirr Adventure Tours and Quentin Park Alpacas & Studio/Gallery.

From the ACT Van Du Vin and Contentious Character Winery.

With so many amazing experiences out there, it is an incredible feat to be nominated, best of luck to those who will now be heading to the Australian Tourism Awards later this year.

03/02/2022

Big Red Group is excited to announced it has forged a joint venture with Destination Cairns Marketing (DCM) set to benefit tourism operators and aid industry recovery in North Queensland. The partnership will leverage Big Red Group’s technology, scale and marketing capabilities with Experience Oz and Experience Oz Local Agent playing a pivotal role, combined with DCM’s 30+ years of local knowledge, deep industry relationships and strong ties with businesses within the region. The landmark partnership will drive much needed growth across the sector, with hotels, guests, tour and experience providers all set to benefit.
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28/01/2022

As featured in Mumbrella, and Destination NSW have launched a striking new campaign.
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Big Red Group‘s Red Balloon has partnered with Destination NSW for a new campaign to reinvigorate the state’s tourism in the wake of a challenging few years of lockdown and restrictions. The campaign leverages the positioning ‘Feel New, Renew Yourself’, to encourage Australians to refresh fo...

27/01/2022

RedBalloon in partnership with Destination NSW has launched a new campaign to encourage Australians to and new across the State.

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27/01/2022

Big Red Group continues to work behind the scenes to curate interesting stories from the community we are so fortunate to work with, whether that be our incredible experience suppliers, hotel partners, industry alliances or fantastic employees. Here's a sneak peek from late 2021 as we started to capture at Big Red Group. We look forward to sharing some of our community stories over the coming months.

25/01/2022

Enjoy Australia’s amazing backyard today. Support local business and tourism operators, and get out and about with friends and family to enjoy the incredible array of experiences on offer. Seaside or tree side, the opportunities are endless.

20/01/2022

New year, new opportunities, new goals, and new beginnings. With a number of exciting new roles on offer, it's the perfect time to join our dynamic team and fast paced workplace. People, connection and meaningful work are some of the highlights from our team on what makes working at Big Red Group so unique. Help shape our business growth in 2022 by joining the team.

Check out our current vacancies: https://www.thebigredgroup.com.au/current-vacancies/

03/01/2022

Mind-Body Wellness Day has just passed, but that doesn't mean you should stop focusing on your wellbeing. Emotions, experiences, goals, beliefs and habits are integral to the connection between health and the way we experience life. Continuing to stay refreshed after the holiday break by doing experiences that focus on replenishing one's wellbeing is a great way to maintain balance whilst getting back into work.

RedBalloon relaxing experiences: https://bit.ly/3JDzIPb

14/12/2021

Great news for our Western Australia supply partners, who will now be able to welcome interstate customers, with borders set to open on February 5th next year!

As we see States begin to ease restrictions, such as Queensland earlier this week, it is the perfect time to book and explore these beautiful Australian regions with their wide range of experiences.

Check out the Adrenaline experiences now on offer in WA: https://bit.ly/31YwrsB

10/12/2021

Big Red Group has held another successful Christmas lunch in our community space spangled with dazzling Christmas ornaments. Tis the season of giving, with red Secret Santa envelopes plucked from the tree to surprise and delight. As we prepare to say goodbye to 2021, our community lunches are a great way to share the Christmas spirit, stay connected with the team, and relax during one of the busiest and most exciting times of the year!

08/12/2021

Austrade's Tourism Research Australia has released it's domestic tourism forecast for the next 5 years. Whilst the impact of the pandemic on the domestic tourism market has been uncertain, going forward the report projects that domestic visitation will return to pre-pandemic levels in 2022-23, with a trajectory expected to surpass those numbers in 2023-24.

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07/12/2021

Summer is finally here, Christmas is coming, and the New Year will soon be upon us. Certainly sounds like the right time to book your next adventure. Get inspired by the latest adrenaline.com.au campaign. Select a time, a place and go for it! Say goodbye to 2021 and hello to 2022 with some .

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Do you think life is better with adventure? We do!After the past 18-months, we know you're ready to get back to really living. Where social distancing, self-...

30/11/2021

Congratulations to Big Red Group experience suppliers recognised at the recent Queensland Tourism Awards. While the experiences may be diverse, one thing they all have in common is the resilience and adaptability shown throughout 2021. Well done Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Mary Valley Rattler, Sailaway Port Douglas, Spirits of the Red Sand, Red Cat Adventures, Ocean Rafting Airlie Beach/ Long Island, Sea World Cruises, 1770 LARC! Tours, See Moreton, Skypark Cairns by AJ Hackett, Dracula's Cabaret, Paradise Resort Gold Coast and Cruise Whitsundays. Next stop, the 2021 Australian Tourism Awards.

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