This year I have decided to think outside the box for X. So I have come up with a list of ideas that give a tourist destination that something special.
For me, the X-factor can be many things. possibilities include:
- Welcoming to travelers
- A special story attached to the town
- Interesting scenery or connection to nature
- Make use of available resources
- Friendly people
- Sell their uniqueness
- Encourage travelers by making a special feature of the area to draw crowds e.g. Parkes Elvis festival
- Well maintained parks and open spaces
- Family friendly facilities
- Including anything that is different to home
- National Parks
- Ability to see local animals
- Good quality food, reasonably priced
- Museums and places of history
- Tourist information centres with knowledgeable staff
- Local walking tours both self guided and with knowledgeable local identities
There is only one problem with spending time thinking about holidays. Now I have to go and plan my next Xtraordinaire adventure.