FIFTY thousand travel vouchers worth $10 million were taken up by Victorians in just three minutes yesterday morning, providing a major boost to tourism businesses and workers across the state.
The third round of the Labor Government’s Regional Travel Voucher Scheme represented the largest release of the $200 vouchers.
Victorians who secured vouchers will be able to claim a rebate for travel between April 6 and May 31.
The new allocation means 200,000 travel vouchers for $200 have now been taken up by Victorians.
Regional voucher holders are required to spend $400 on paid accommodation, experiences, tours or attractions in regional Victoria and spend at least two nights in paid accommodation.
Acting Tourism, Sport and Major Events Minister Jaala Pulford said it was fantastic that so many people wanted to explore the state and support the businesses and workers that make Victoria “the best place in the country to visit”.
“We know that our famous holiday destinations will be busy over Easter – these vouchers will help to ensure that demand stays high across April and May,” Ms Pulford said.
More information on the Regional Travel Voucher Scheme can be found at vic.gov.au/regional-travel-voucher-scheme.
