Owner of BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort
When to see him:
Session 2 panel: Embracing the ‘Year of Accessible Tourism’ now and beyond 2032
Greg is a second-generation caravan park owner of BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort, purchased by the McKinnon Family 30 years ago. Since purchasing the park in 1993, it has completely transformed into the 4.5-star, multi-award-winning resort it is today.
Greg's experience includes not only the day-to-day operations of the resort but also being heavily involved and a proactive mentor in the industry, including several years as a Director of Caravanning Queensland, of which he is a current board member, the Chairman and Insurance Advisory Panel Member for the BIG4 Holiday Parks Advisory Council and also on the board for Tourism Whitsundays all of which he has held for many years.
As a QTAB Accessible Accredited business in all accessibility modules, BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort recognises the importance of understanding the challenges faced by travellers with disabilities, meeting the diverse needs of the accessible market and ensuring guests have confidence in the resort's accessible offerings. From initiatives identified in its accessible/inclusive action plan to relevant accreditations and training, BIG4 Adventure Whitsunday Resort continues to embrace accessible infrastructure, this year focusing on facilities for the vision impaired, complementing the resort's existing amenities, including five self-contained, accessible-friendly cabins and autism sensory room.