Visitor Economy Symposium 2026 | Resources | Destination Sydney Surrounds South

The theme of this year’s event was From Strategy to Success. Below you’ll find a range of resources from the day.

For those who joined us at The Pavilion Kiama on the day, don’t forget your workbook is packed full of handy resources and QR codes linking to extra tools and information. View and download a copy here.

And mark your calendars! We’ll be back next year at the brand new Crowne Plaza Shell Cove on Tuesday, 2 June 2027. We can’t wait to see you there!

Speaker Presentations

Tourism Australia Resources

Destination NSW Resources

Tourism Research Australia (TRA) Resources

Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW)

ATDW listings continue to play an important role in how tourism businesses are displayed across the official NSW tourism ecosystem, including Destination NSW’s consumer-facing visitnsw.com website.

Recommended First Steps

Search for your business on visitnsw.com.au or www.atdw.com.au/our-listings
Review your images, descriptions and product information
Explore how other operators are presenting their experiences
Ensure your business details and booking links are current

Helpful Resources

We also encourage operators to revisit the recent ATDW Essentials for Operators Webinar delivered in partnership with Destination Networks across NSW. The session provides a practical overview of listings, deals, imagery, Google Business integration and optimisation opportunities.

Watch the Webinar Recording

Key Takeaways

High-quality imagery matters avoid text overlays and ensure image credits are included
Deals can be added directly through ATDW and feed into Visit NSW
Listings should include direct booking pathways where possible
Google My Business integration can strengthen visibility and search presence
Optimisation sessions are tailored specifically to your business and listing setu