'Gateway Tourism': Exploring Antarctica in Tasmania
Tasmanias connectedness with the continent to its south is everywhere evident: in the islands weather systems and geology, in the history of sealers, whalers and explorers who used its ports, and in museums, landmarks and memorials. Hobarts identity as an Antarctic gateway is also important in the c...
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| Format: | Book Part |
| Language: | English |
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Forty South Publishing
2019
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| Online Access: | https://fortysouth.com.au/tasmania-40south/ http://ecite.utas.edu.au/135454 |
| Summary: | Tasmanias connectedness with the continent to its south is everywhere evident: in the islands weather systems and geology, in the history of sealers, whalers and explorers who used its ports, and in museums, landmarks and memorials. Hobarts identity as an Antarctic gateway is also important in the citys place-branding. This chapter reflects on the sites, events and experiences currently available to tourists interested in the islands southern connections. Contextualizing Hobart as one of five Antarctic gateways globally, the chapter explores the citys distinctive relationship with the far south and suggests ways of fostering its Antarctic identity in the future. |
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