{"id":168276,"date":"2025-08-25T04:00:56","date_gmt":"2025-08-24T18:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/?p=168276"},"modified":"2025-08-22T14:32:56","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T04:32:56","slug":"travel-and-cruise-world-expo-returns-to-geelong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/news\/travel-and-cruise-world-expo-returns-to-geelong\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel and Cruise World Expo returns to Geelong"},"content":{"rendered":"

GEELONG Travel\u2019s highly anticipated Travel and Cruise World Expo is returning to Geelong on Sunday, August 31 at GMHBA Stadium.<\/p>\n

Packed with fantastic holiday ideas, exclusive travel deals and expert advice – all with free entry, the event promises something for everyone.<\/p>\n

With more than 25 engaging travel presentations covering everything from luxury ocean and river cruises to outback Aussie adventures, this expo is the one-stop destination for travel planning.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s your chance to meet representatives from the world’s top travel companies, who are ready to help you design your dream itinerary and secure exclusive offers.<\/p>\n

Geelong Travel founder and managing director Stuart Coffield, said the popular event\u2019s winning attraction was its lineup of experts in their field.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe don\u2019t have people reading from brochures or clicking on YouTube links, you get to talk to people who have been on the tours and have real experience \u2013 their presentations are amazing.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Geelong Travel founder and managing director Stuart Coffield said the event’s winning attraction is its lineup of experts.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Family-owned and operated, Geelong Travel\u2019s 17 experienced team members will be on hand to help expo visitors with enquiries and bookings.<\/p>\n

There is a travel experience to suit everyone, with exciting presentations from:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 The Ghan and Indian Pacific \u2013 Australia\u2019s Great Rail Journeys<\/p>\n

\u00b7 The wonders of Canada and Alaska with APT and Travelmarvel<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Explore the new world of Viking\u2019s Ocean, Rivers and Expeditions<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Trafalgar\u2019s Tour Differently \u2013 the experts, the icons, and hidden secrets of travelling with ease.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Bucket list adventures \u2013 Bunnik Tours specialises in small group tours around the world<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Must-see places and Immersive cultural experiences throughout Asia and beyond with Wendy Wu, and<\/p>\n

\u00b7 New Zealand coach tours with Grand Pacific Tours.<\/p>\n

Don’t miss the chance to make your ultimate travel plans a reality.<\/p>\n

Visit the Travel and Cruise World Expo on Sunday, August 31 at GMHBA Stadium, Geelong from 10am until 4pm.<\/p>\n

To register, head to geelongtravel.com.au<\/strong><\/a>, or phone Geelong Travel team on 5244 3666.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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