Hi All
when we went to New York, i took lots of little video clips...
see.
Cheers
Haydyn
Monday, February 9, 2009
Bookabee tries winter in New York
Winter time in New York is really really cold.
Hi All
when we went to New York, i took lots of little video clips...
see.
Cheers
Haydyn
Hi All
when we went to New York, i took lots of little video clips...
see.
Cheers
Haydyn
Bookabee Travels USA on G'Day USA Roadshow
Haydyn and Quentin in Time Square: New York.
Grand Central Station: New York
Grand Central Station: New York
Haydyn And Quentin at LAX.
Hi All
I had a great time on the G'Day USA roadshow in January 2009. The travel industry appointments were all top notch and Bookabee's products were received with much enthusiasm.
During the 14 Days, we traveled to Los Angeles, New York and Toronto in Canada. it was an experience for sure.
Thanks to my special friends at Tourism Australia and the South Australian Tourism Commission. I appreciate your assistance and all your help.
cheers
Haydyn Bromley
Bookabee Australia.
I had a great time on the G'Day USA roadshow in January 2009. The travel industry appointments were all top notch and Bookabee's products were received with much enthusiasm.
During the 14 Days, we traveled to Los Angeles, New York and Toronto in Canada. it was an experience for sure.
Thanks to my special friends at Tourism Australia and the South Australian Tourism Commission. I appreciate your assistance and all your help.
cheers
Haydyn Bromley
Bookabee Australia.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Bookabee joins 2009 USA and Canada Indigenous Roadshow
2009 G'Day USA Gala Dinner: LA
January 2009, Bookabee Tour Director Haydyn Bromley contributed to a very successful Trade delegation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Tour Operators who visited North America to spread the work about the good work we have bee doing. The delegation of approximately 30 visited three destinations to meet with industry representatives. In Los Angeles, New York and Toronto (Canada) we met with Travel Industry reps.
It was great... so was the LA Gala Dinner...
It was great... so was the LA Gala Dinner...
L-R: Karyn Kent: South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC), Haydyn Bromley: Bookabee, Maite Conway: SATC and John Daw: SATC
Haydyn with his G'Day USA Gala Dinner Ticket.
Warren drumming up some business in Beverly Hills
Haydyn drumming up some business with the Bookabee Banner on outside the Paley Centre in Beverly Hills.
The Bookabee Banner on display inside the Paley Centre: Beverly Hills.
more to come...
cheers
Haydyn....
Monday, December 29, 2008
Bookabee Tours Post Cards
Hi All
check out our range of great postcards...
All contain Adnyamathanha Traditional Language and translations.
cheers All
Haydyn...
Go to our website for more details. www.bookabee.com.au
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Just another beautiful landscape on a bookabee tour
Hijust another spectacular landscape in the Flinders Ranges...
cheers
Haydyn
Bookabee gains Eco-Tourism Accreditation
Great News... Bookabee Tours Australia achieves stage 1 Eco-Tourism Accreditation
Say no more!!!
cheers
Haydyn Bromley
Back to Back Best Indigenous Tour Operator Awards
Bookabees’ “Brilliant Blend” takes out back to back wins
What do you get when you take an in-depth knowledge of Indigenous culture, a passion for teaching and the courage to combine the two into a touring company?
The answer is an award-winning formula for Bookabee Tours Australia.
Bookabee has been named South Australia’s Top Indigenous Tour Company for the second year running at the prestigious South Australian Tourism Awards.
And the SA award comes hot on the heels of the fledgling company taking accolades as Travelling in Australia Magazine’s Best National Indigenous Experience 2008.
Haydyn Bromley says the award is a reward for the hard work that he and partner Lele have put into building the company, and confirmation that Bookabee Tours is on the right track.
“We started Bookabee three years ago, with two goals in mind,” Haydyn says.
“The first was to preserve Adnyamathanha culture by sharing the knowledge and teachings of our elders.”
“We want to give others an understanding of the value of caring for land and preserving our stories and practices.”
“The second reason was that as a former teacher this proved to be a natural progression where I could continue sharing knowledge.”
“The only difference is that my classroom is now our land and my pupils are the tour guests that come for the experience.”
Haydyn says the award win is a clear sign that they have hit the right market at the right time and that the passion they have for their job is acknowledged and appreciated.
Bookabee offers a range of two-day to seven-day tours highlighting the best of what’s on offer in the Flinders Ranges, Clare Valley and the Outback.
A new tour brings Coober Pedy and surrounds into the mix with a day along the famous Oodnadatta Track.
For those with time constraints there are also two-hour guided walking tours in and around the city and half-day and full day tours to near country locations.
So far this year, more than 400 guests have enjoyed the Bookabee experience.
That represents a 35 per cent increase on last years’ numbers.
“Our predominant target market, the international traveller is really coming on board,” Haydyn said.
“We have seen a significant growth during 2008-2009 season and have had a 60 per cent increase in international wholesale contracts to deliver Aboriginal and Outback experiences to international inbound experience seekers.”
Bookabee’s biggest markets are the UK, USA, Germany and Europe and the company has seen an increase in tours from countries like Belgium, The Netherlands, Switzerland and Denmark.
They also cater for domestic travellers who are looking for quality, genuine Aboriginal culture and knowledge experiences.
“We highlight not only the big tourism points of interest, but the cultural knowledge that can only be shared by an Aboriginal person with local connections and knowledge of the area,” Haydyn says.
“Things like important local sites and those that are not accessible to the general public and mainstream tourism operators.
“This gives Bookabee a discernable point of difference from other operators that value adds to the tourism experience through anecdotes and local knowledge.”
Bookabee now goes into the running for the National Tourism Awards
Awards to be decided in Melbourne in February, 2009.
For more information, High Res Images or detailed tour itineraries contact:
Haydyn Bromley: Director Bookabee Australia Pty Ltd
What do you get when you take an in-depth knowledge of Indigenous culture, a passion for teaching and the courage to combine the two into a touring company?
The answer is an award-winning formula for Bookabee Tours Australia.
Bookabee has been named South Australia’s Top Indigenous Tour Company for the second year running at the prestigious South Australian Tourism Awards.
And the SA award comes hot on the heels of the fledgling company taking accolades as Travelling in Australia Magazine’s Best National Indigenous Experience 2008.
Haydyn Bromley says the award is a reward for the hard work that he and partner Lele have put into building the company, and confirmation that Bookabee Tours is on the right track.
“We started Bookabee three years ago, with two goals in mind,” Haydyn says.
“The first was to preserve Adnyamathanha culture by sharing the knowledge and teachings of our elders.”
“We want to give others an understanding of the value of caring for land and preserving our stories and practices.”
“The second reason was that as a former teacher this proved to be a natural progression where I could continue sharing knowledge.”
“The only difference is that my classroom is now our land and my pupils are the tour guests that come for the experience.”
Haydyn says the award win is a clear sign that they have hit the right market at the right time and that the passion they have for their job is acknowledged and appreciated.
Bookabee offers a range of two-day to seven-day tours highlighting the best of what’s on offer in the Flinders Ranges, Clare Valley and the Outback.
A new tour brings Coober Pedy and surrounds into the mix with a day along the famous Oodnadatta Track.
For those with time constraints there are also two-hour guided walking tours in and around the city and half-day and full day tours to near country locations.
So far this year, more than 400 guests have enjoyed the Bookabee experience.
That represents a 35 per cent increase on last years’ numbers.
“Our predominant target market, the international traveller is really coming on board,” Haydyn said.
“We have seen a significant growth during 2008-2009 season and have had a 60 per cent increase in international wholesale contracts to deliver Aboriginal and Outback experiences to international inbound experience seekers.”
Bookabee’s biggest markets are the UK, USA, Germany and Europe and the company has seen an increase in tours from countries like Belgium, The Netherlands, Switzerland and Denmark.
They also cater for domestic travellers who are looking for quality, genuine Aboriginal culture and knowledge experiences.
“We highlight not only the big tourism points of interest, but the cultural knowledge that can only be shared by an Aboriginal person with local connections and knowledge of the area,” Haydyn says.
“Things like important local sites and those that are not accessible to the general public and mainstream tourism operators.
“This gives Bookabee a discernable point of difference from other operators that value adds to the tourism experience through anecdotes and local knowledge.”
Bookabee now goes into the running for the National Tourism Awards
Awards to be decided in Melbourne in February, 2009.
For more information, High Res Images or detailed tour itineraries contact:
Haydyn Bromley: Director Bookabee Australia Pty Ltd
Hope you enjoyed this blog as much as we enjoyed winning the award...
cheers
Haydyn Bromley :-)
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Flinders Ranges and Outback signs
Nepabunna Aboriginal Village now has modest accommodation to suit the happy camper. Give them a call 8648 3764 for enquiries.
At Marree you can commence the legendary Birdsville Track... Read the sign first.
Make sure you are prepared for the outback, take plenty of water, emergency provisions and your common sense. Don't take unnecessary risks and make sure people know where you are going.
At the other side of town (Marree) you can commence the Oodnadatta Track. Same deal, take it easy and don't take silly risks... Enjoy your travels, better still travel with us.Cheers
Haydyn Bromley
Travelling with Pierre from France
Pierre on the scenic flight around Wilpena Pound
looking down into Bunyeroo Valley along the Bunyeroo Gorge Trail
Pierre and Haydyn after the scenic flight at Wilpena Pound
a different view down the Bunyeroo Gorge Trail, Flinders Ranges
Haydyn introducing a Bearded Dragon to Pierre along the trackEnjoy the photos,
cheers all
Haydyn Bromley
Bookabee hits the road Land Rover Discovery 3 HSE
We had a great time recently on a special charter tour. 7 Days, 2360 km, Adelaide to Flinders Ranges to Marree to Lake Eyre, the Oodnadatta Track then back to Olympic Dam and Roxby Downs before returning to Adleaide via Woomera, Port Augusta and the Clare Valley.one Great Tour, heaps of 'Great Photos'. thanks Pierre Grundmann from France for giving Bookabee your photos.
cheers all
Haydyn Bromley
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