Hello from Port Douglas Magazine

Hi Well, Port Douglas has certainly come back in force over the last few months and congrats for dealing with both the wins and challenges that each day brings to each of our small businesses.We just thought we would drop you a line with a quick Magazine update ….  Of course, if you have questions, ideas or just want to say hello please feel free, the door is always open.Locally the Magazine has been flying off the stands as the Douglas and Cairns regions have seen a substantial influx of visitors since its launch in April 2021. We have launched more stands in the Cairns area in response to a number of our regular spots (Doctors/Medical waiting rooms) not allowing any print material to be placed at present. (Covid)Distribution further afield:MAY EAST COAST ROAD TRIPThe team took a road trip from Port to the Sunshine Coast in a van! Delivering to all the key Tourist Information hubs along the way including xxxx. All info hubs were excited about the product and made room in their Northern offerings because it was different to a pamphlet or brochure, they loved the cover and it started an easy conversation about our region.  We have since had a number of the info hubs request more boxes.  TestimonialHi, My name is Jenn, I’m from the Bowen Visitor Information Centre at the Big Mango.We’re greeting lots of visitors heading north at the moment! The Port Douglas visitor magazine has been very popular and we’ve nearly run out. Would we be able to organize more boxes to be sent to us?Thanks!Jenn Warm Bowen Regards,Jenn Honnery Acting ManagerIn addition to these stops we obviously sampled numerous coffee stops along the way which now have their copies of the magazine too!Our fave spots this trip went to Bowen’s The Cafe at Horse Shoe Bay and Caloundra’s Coffee Cat!LIFESTYLE EXPOS2021 CAIRNS EXPO7 – 9  May 2021 | Cairns ShowgroundsRegion’s largest Home, Lifestyle, Caravan, Camper Trailer and Boating Event in North Queensland.TOWNSVILLE EXPO - 14-16 May 2021 | TownsvilleRegion’s largest outdoor adventure, home and lifestyle event, with over 100 companies on show.Thank you and shout out to Tess from Anchorline Australia and their awesome range of UPF50 Clothing for sharing PORT DOUGLAS Magazine with new customers whilst exhibiting at these shows.COMING UP ….JULYBRIDAL SHOWS (Booked Issue 32)Brisbane’s Annual Wedding ExpoSUNDAY July 11th 2021 – Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre – Hall 1We will be featured in the VIP Bridal Bags (500)AUGUSTSydney’s Annual Wedding ExpoSUNDAY August 15th 2021 – Sydney Showground – Hall 4We will be featured in the VIP Bridal Bags (500)VIP Bridal bags:PastedGraphic-2.tiffVIP:PastedGraphic-3.tiffSydney Olympic Park:PastedGraphic-4.tiffDIGITAL Just a reminder you can always find and/or share a copy of the LATEST Magazine online too and visitors can find your business on our Port Douglas Travel Planner website:  https://tourismportdouglas.com.au/port-douglas-magazineGreat for our digital lovers that are planning their ultimate stay, wedding or visit to our region!However we do not forget those that simply have to have a copy in hand - thanks to our Annual Subscribers and their feedback …and to those newbies that are finding us daily ….Our subscriber Sue:PastedGraphic-5.tiffAnd the Newbies …from near and FAR:  Christian wanted to get excited about his planned holiday in 2024 and wanted some inspos!!PastedGraphic-6.tiffVIRGIN LOUNGES. As many of you will be aware during the start of Co-vid all the Lounges were closed.  However since this Issue launched a number have opened including Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Whilst the Lounges are not allowed to display any magazines Virgin requested that we continue to provide our title as they are allowed to offer /provide Magazines for customer’s requests.  THANK YOUAnd finally and by no means least THANK YOU.To you and your awesome businesses that all contribute to make our region simply the best! Love your work.Thank you for trusting us to bring it altogether!  Uncovering some wonderful local stories whilst showcasing just how much there is on offer here. Each issue we feel confident and proud to say yes our pages are filled with the very best our region has to offer.Here’s to 2021 and to working together to make it the best it can be. CheersSarah and SamPort Douglas Magazine(07) 4099 5122[email protected]