THE top destinations on Australian travellers’ must-visit lists are remote areas of the country, AAT Kings Group research has found, with Darwin and the Northern Territory the most desired holiday spots.
AAT Kings recently asked Aussies where they wanted to travel to once travel restrictions are lifted across the country, with the Northern Territory capital the most popular destination, interesting 33% of travellers, followed by the Kimberley at 30% and Tasmania at 29%.
Central Australia was fourth on the list at 23%, followed by Cairns and Far North Qld with 26%.
AAT Kings also found Australian community spirit remained strong, with 17% wanting to visit bushfire-affected areas, and 46% craving an authentic connection with locals.
“We strongly believe in tourism and the very positive role it plays in the economic recovery as we work with the industry in supporting all those affected, to get back on their feet for the long-term and to help kick start domestic and then international tourism,” said Chief Executive Officer Matt Cameron-Smith.
Aussies are also seeking cultural experiences (59%), bushwalks and nature (38%), and food and wine options (37%).
Interestingly, 50% of travellers plan to travel for seven to 14 days, with 37% wanting to be on the road for over two weeks.
Health and safety also featured prominently in the findings, with 86% wanting sanitiser available, 78% seeking additional cleaning of frequently touched surfaces, 54% needing visible reminders about hygiene, while half of those surveyed want to see social distancing enforced.
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Source: traveldaily