Affordability – Cost-competitive

For a great business event without the high price tag, Brisbane is the destination of choice.

The city is firmly established as one of the lowest cost meeting destinations in the world thanks to favourable exchange rates and cost-competitive local prices for accommodation, wining and dining, entertainment and shopping.

Cash in on a winner ...

When it comes to money matters, Brisbane delivers meeting planners tangible budget benefits. At the international level, the city stands-out as one of the most affordable conference destinations in the world. The economic outlook on the domestic front is just as positive, with Brisbane costs comparing favourably against other east coast favourites Sydney and Melbourne.


Average Total Expenditure Per Day

 

AUD ($)

USD ($)

EURO (  )

Brisbane

245.91

221.95

142.73

Melbourne

260.82

235.41

151.38

Berlin

271.96

245.45

157.85

Sydney

303.47

273.90

176.13

Singapore

314.88

284.18

182.76

Hong Kong

326.27

294.45

189.37

Dubai

338.16

305.18

196.27

Barcelona

375.71

339.08

218.06

London

391.57

353.39

227.27

Rome

401.87

362.69

233.25

Paris

406.69

367.04

236.04

New York

461.54

416.52

267.88


Source: Runzheimer Guide to Daily Travel Prices www.travel.runzheimer.com; (November 2007) Average total per diem including three meals and business class corporate accommodation.

 
Last updated: 12 Jun 08