Mackay Isaac Tourism (MIT) is your Regional Tourism Organisation responsible for marketing and promotion of the Mackay and Isaac regions.
Our consistent marketing campaigns, growing digital channels and social media presence ensure we are in the perfect position to inspire more visitors to experience everything we have to offer and to disperse into our region.
As a valued member of Mackay Isaac Tourism, you'll have access to a dedicated online membership portal that will house relevant tourism data, resources and workshops designed to meet your needs, skilled professionals who will represent your business at nationwide tradeshows and in our visitor information centres, and a dedicated membership team to assist you and provide the relevant support and advice for your business.
We look forward to welcoming you to Mackay Isaac Tourism and we encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities on offer. Together we can truly maximise the burgeoning tourism potential our region has to offer, and the Mackay Isaac Tourism team can't wait to work with you!
Offering entry level benefits suitable for business or individuals who want to support & connect with the tourism industry.
Benefits Include:
• Subscription to the MIT industry newsletter
• Opportunity to be a preferred supplier to MIT
• Complimentary tickets to networking events
• Listing on the MIT members directory
• Opportunity to leverage your business at MIT events (eg sponsorship & incentive prizes)
Hospitality, event & retail business are supported through this level of membership. If you engage with visitors and want increased exposure, support and training this membership level is for you. Where suitable, members will be included in marketing and famil activities.
Additional Benefits Include:
• Invitation to workshops, training & mentoring
• Free Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) listing and support
• Opportunity to be part of the Best of Queensland Experiences Program (BOQEP)
• Brochure display at Visitor Information Centers
• Product listing on MIT website (via ATDW listing)
• Access to the MIT image library & content
• Opportunity to host networking functions
• Access to Letters of Support
Available for experience-based operators and accommodation providers looking for baseline benefits. This membership level is given priority for participation in marketing campaigns, travel writers and trade famils.
Additional Benefits Include:
• Access to destination media, logos & content
• Opportunity for inclusion in marketing campaigns, collateral, itineraries & blogs
• Participate in trade, media, and volunteer famils to showcase your business
• Opportunity to sell your product on the MIT website and via our VIC (commission applies)
• Opportunity to be represented at Trade & consumer shows by MIT
• Provide relevant updates in industry e-news
Premium membership is for established tourism business looking to be involved in a variety of marketing campaigns, famils and tradeshows. Members will partner with MIT in trade and media activities, contributing to destination marketing outcomes. Advertising opportunities in campaigns and VIC are included in this membership.
Additional Benefits Include:
• Distribute a joint media release to MIT database with any newsworthy developments
• Dedicated blogs featured on the Mackay Isaac website and leisure social media
• The opportunity to participate In trade and consumer shows that are supported by MIT
• Receive leads from trade and media events
• Inclusion in MIT's Destination Marketing Campaign for 2 months
• VIC Digital Screen Advertising for 12 months at Sarina & Mackay VIC's & Mackay Airport*
*Mackay Airport advertising subject to approval for tourism operators offering events, experiences, tours & accommodation
This membership is for operators who are serious about tourism and believe themselves to be major contributors and leaders to the region's tourism story. Members will be exposed at the highest levels with all calls to action on MIT platforms. Benefits include priority exposure at trade shows and recognition as key member.
Additional Benefits Include:
• Invitation to consultation sessions with MIT
• Invitation to attend an CIP trade or media dinners & round table events
• Recognition in every fortnightly industry e-news as a key partner of MIT
• VIP seating at the Mackay Isaac Tourism Awards
• 2 x Complimentary Tickets to the Mackay Isaac Tourism Awards