We’re currently seeking proposals from appropriately skilled agencies to develop a Visit Geelong and The Bellarine branded marketing campaign to help drive visitation in an always on campaign until 2027/2028.
Winter Marketing Campaign: Off Peak, On Point
Geelong and The Bellarine has been charming summer crowds for generations with golden beaches and water-view wineries, but this all-season destination has just as much to offer in winter – exactly...
Sustainability Case Study: How Quest Geelong Central reduced waste
Quest Geelong Central has significantly reduced its environmental footprint while offering guests a more sustainable experience, following a partnership with Soap Aid.
Media Coverage: Portarlington up for top tourism gong
Portarlington is one of seen finalists up for the 2025 Victorian Top Tourism Town Awards (category: small tourism town), and as a result, we’ve received lots of local media support.
Voting Now Open: Portarlington named finalist in Victorian Top Tourism Town Awards
Portarlington has officially been named a finalist in the 2025 Victorian Top Tourism Town Awards, with public voting now open.
What the Victorian State Budget means for our local visitor economy
The 2025/26 state budget has dropped, and while there’s a lot to go through, we’ve taken a look at what it could mean for our local tourism operators, businesses and broader visitor economy.
Australian Traveller: How to spend a tasty long weekend in Geelong
We partnered with Australian Traveller to put together a digital itinerary of what to eat, drink and do in our region as the cooler months descend on our region.
Visit Geelong and The Bellarine website member profile guidelines
This guide walks you through setting up your profile, selecting the appropriate categories, and making the most of your listing.
VTIC releases tourism industry blueprint to advocate for the sector
Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) has released a Framework for Industry Blueprint to drive the future and significance of Victoria’s visitor economy with State Government. Learn more here.
What Matters Most to Disabled Travellers: Insights from Martin Heng, Accessible Travel Advocate
At our recent conference, Tourism Together 2025, we had the privilege of hearing from Martin Heng, Lonely Planet’s former Accessible Travel Manager and Editorial Adviser. Here are some of the key highlights of the session.
2025 Hospitality Mentoring Program
We’re thrilled to announce applications are now open for Tourism Greater Geelong and the Bellarine’s 2025 Hospitality Mentoring Program.
The businesses bringing regional flair to the 2025 Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival will be extending its footprint beyond the big smoke and into the regions next year, with a host of our members set to delight discerning foodies during the 10-day culinary event.











