Bonza, Australia’s up-and-coming low-cost airline, has unveiled an ambitious new venture: ‘Bonza Holidays’. Aussies can now embark on personalized journeys across 21 unique destinations using the popular Fly Bonza app.
With starting prices at an astonishing $604 pp (twin share) for seven nights in the breathtaking Whitsundays, this move is poised to transform regional Australian tourism. An estimated economic surge of $190 million annually is predicted for SE Queensland, with other areas awaiting similar benefits.
Marking its debut from the scenic Daydream Island, the first phase boasts a comprehensive suite of flights, accommodations, and optional insurance. In 2024, Bonza will further diversify, adding car rentals, activities, and tours to the mix, bolstering domestic tourism.
Industry veterans are calling it a “game changer”. With Bonza, every package promises generous luggage allowances, handpicked seat options, and a groundbreaking price match guarantee. Within 24 hours of booking, if customers spot a cheaper identical holiday, Bonza vows to refund the difference.
Bonza’s Chief Commercial Officer, Carly Povey, shared her insights from the Whitsundays, highlighting the broader vision behind Bonza Holidays. The initiative echoes best practices from renowned international low-cost carriers. Povey expressed her commitment to the Australian traveller, emphasizing accessibility, value, and enhanced local economic influx. “Bonza Holidays aims to cater to every traveler’s pocket, from family-run inns to renowned hotel chains, embodying the rich accommodation tapestry of regional Australia,” Povey explained.
Bonza’s app integration ensures seamless holiday bookings for over 1.26 million Australians. After meticulous evaluation, Bonza allied with Melbourne’s travel-tech sensation, Awai. This partnership underscores a shared passion: leveraging technology to revolutionize Australian travel.
Awai’s dynamic tech platform is awe-inspiring, boasting over 500 million real-time offers and AI-fueled responses to traveller queries. This collaboration exemplifies Bonza’s undying commitment to technology and Australian enterprises.
The Whitsunday Coast Region’s Mayor, Julie Hall, enthusiastically applauded Bonza’s consistent excellence. She credited the airline for record-breaking performances at Whitsunday Coast Airport and eagerly anticipated further regional growth.
Bonza’s association with Daydream Island introduces enticing offers, such as a $25 food and beverage credit and a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival. Packages from the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, and Newcastle to the Whitsundays cost $1085 per person.
To explore these Bonza holiday experiences, travellers must update their Fly Bonza app and select ‘book a holiday’.
Bonza is setting the gold standard, defining the future of accessible, value-driven Australian travel.
Written by: Jill Walsh