With just over two weeks to go, the 2023 CATO Christmas Lunch attendance is already at capacity with the Council of Australian Tour Operators pointing to the travel industry’s vibrant spirit and unity for the overwhelming interest in the end-of-year event.
This year’s CATO Christmas Lunch has outstripped previous attendance records with 420 industry professionals on board, surpassing last year’s festive crowd of 300 and highlighting the event’s growing prestige.
The 2023 CATO Christmas Lunch will take place on 7 December at Sydney’s Doltone House on Jones Bay Wharf.
CATO Managing Director Brett Jardine acknowledged all event sponsors for contributing to its success.
This year’s sponsors are Platinum Sponsor European Travel Commission, Gold Sponsor Korea Tourism Organization and Silver Sponsor Lockton Insurance alongside additional sponsors Destination Canada, Tourism Ireland, The Travel Corporation, Globus family of brands, G Adventures, TravelPay and Gow Gates.
Prize sponsors include Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, Singapore Airlines, Scoot, Tourism Philippines, Rocky Mountaineer, ANZCRO, Africa Safari Co and Mastercard Cash Passport.
“CATO extends its heartfelt thanks to all attendees for their eager participation, which mirrors the commitment of our members, travel agents and industry partners,” Mr Jardine said.
“Our gratitude extends to all attendees and sponsors for making this event a cornerstone of industry celebration.”
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