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[ SUNSH I NE COAST The e-magazine, named The Shortlist, aims to keep planners up- to-date with what’s happening on the Sunshine Coast from new bars and restaurants, event styling trends, locally made gift ideas, activity experiences and insider tips from the region’s events industry. The website, ‘Sunshine Coast Incentive Travel’ hosts an interactive component that allows planners to design their own itinerary and connects local operators with planners. The Sunshine Coast offers everything that an event planner could want from a destination. Its outstanding natural environment and rich coastal culture provide the perfect locations for activities and events that create wonderful memories and Instagram worthy moments. Stunning settings, spectacular views and endless recreational opportunities both on and off the water are highlights for participants on an incentive trip. From canoeing through the mirrored waterways in the UNESCO listed Noosa Biosphere Reserve, to an immersive indigenous experience as Saltwater Eco Tours takes passengers through the canals of Mooloolaba and tells the dreamtime stories of the Sunshine Coast’s first eco-custodians, the Kabi Kabi or Gubbi Gubbi people. Before boarding, passengers participate in a smoking ceremony and welcome led by a descendant of the Kabi Kabi people from TribalLink. The region is passionate about its food and with plentiful produce and culinary innovation, it is sure to deliver once-in-a- lifetime dining experiences. A degustation dinner at a private location, an exclusive use venue, or a gourmet lunch at a gorgeous Sunshine Coast location are just a few of the experiences local experts can create for the itinerary. First Class Functions offers local insider knowledge and a great team to create the perfect event. From a set up on the sand at iconic Noosa beach, to the styling and catering at an exclusive venue, the team will ensure the event goes way beyond the ordinary. Whether it is beach, golf or spa resorts, luxury retreats, or glamping and off the books private villas, the Sunshine Coast offers a range of accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets. Health and wellness activities can be incorporated into the itinerary as there are A s the Sunshine Coast reopens its doors for COVID safe events, Business Events Sunshine Coast has launched a new website and magazine for incentive travel and event professionals. Spicers Tamarind Retreat Saltwater Eco Tours Caloundra Jetski [40] meeting newz [january february] 2021