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We represent all Sunshine Coast tourism businesses – from the small BnB operators to the biggest resorts and conference venues, fishing charters to wildlife attractions.

We offer a wide range of development programs to support our members reach their potential. Whether you’re new to tourism or an established business, being a member of VSC is a great way to stay connected with the Sunshine Coast tourism industry and take advantage of our programs and services.

VSC Membership

Our membership program provides your tourism business with opportunities to access our programs and services and connects you with the Sunshine Coast’s tourism industry. It also contributes towards VSC’s ongoing efforts to promote the destination and support the sector. VSC Membership entitles you to the following opportunities:

  • A dedicated membership team to offer advice and help to maximise your membership
  • Stand out from the crowd with a membership certificate and sticker
  • Stay up to date with trends and opportunities via regular eNewsletters and industry news
  • Access Team Sunshine Coast member portal including our extensive image library
  • Invitation to our quality networking functions**
  • Learn and be inspired by the best – access to training and workshops to lift your business performance**
  • Promote your brochure in VSC operated and accredited VICs ***
  • Promotion through our new website and campaigns via FREE submission of deals
  • Opportunity for inclusion in VSC co-operative marketing campaigns **

* Membership program valid from 1 July – 30 June – pro-rate fees available
**Additional costs may apply
*** Subject to suitability and availability of display at various Visitor Information Centres

$300 / annual membership + gst

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Add on options

It’s easy to join as a member, with additional membership levels available for businesses looking to

participate in the specialist areas of Business Events or Trade and International.

Trade and International Membership

Trade and International members receive additional promotion and networking opportunities specific to domestics and international trade.

Opportunities include:

  • Invitation to participate in trade and international ready programs *
  • Your business listed in the International Travel Planner.
  • Opportunities to showcase your business to travel trade familiarisation visits.
  • Inclusion in relevant VSC tradeshow representation and trade training programs. **
  • Invitation to participate in VSC led onshore/offshore sales missions. **
  • Opportunity for inclusion in international marketing campaigns. **
  • VSC team support and guidance on distribution and contracting.**

* Additional costs may apply
** Access to trade and International benefits on provision of product suitability and operators agreement to pay required commission levels

Contact us to apply

Business Events Membership

Business Events members receive additional promotion and networking opportunities specific to the business events industry.

Opportunities include:

  • Full product listing on the businesseventssunshinecoast.com
  • Promotion via ‘Hot Deals’ on the dedicated business events website
  • Opportunity to join the regional stand at relevant business events trade shows*
  • Promotion to event planners and conference organisers.
  • Receive relevant sales leads from VSC’s marketing activities.
  • Showcase your product to hosted buyers on VSC familiarisations and in itinerary programs.**
  • Inclusion in The Shortlist eMagazine.**
  • Promotion of product or service to business event media partners for editorial and/or campaign inclusion (digital and print).

*Additional costs may apply
** Subject to suitability

Contact us to apply

Become a Tourism Supporter.

This is for you, if your business is a non-Tourism Business that would like to be in touch with the Tourism Industry.

Become a Tourism Supporter Today

Membership Team

We are proud to be a part of ‘Team Sunshine Coast’, we love the region and we want to share our passion. VSC has a dedicated team ensuring our industry are maximising their membership opportunities. With years of industry experience the team can relate to our members and provide practical suggestions to combat common struggles faced in their businesses. Please contact the team if you have any questions. 

Andrew Fairbairn
Head of Industry and Trade Development
[email protected]

Tara Boberg
Membership Coordinator
[email protected]

Not sure which level suits your business?

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Acknowledgement of Country
Visit Sunshine Coast acknowledges the Sunshine Coast Country, home of the Kabi Kabi peoples and the Jinibara peoples, the Traditional Custodians, whose lands and waters we all now share. We wish to pay respect to their Elders – past, present and emerging, and acknowledge the important role First Nations people continue to play within the Sunshine Coast community.
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