For many Australians, the golden years of retirement are a time to explore the country’s vast and diverse landscapes.
Fun Over 50 Holidays has made it its mission to facilitate these adventures, providing immersive, extended tour experiences that allow its guests to discover the wonders of the continent at a leisurely pace.
Based in Queensland, the award-winning tour operator specialises in multi-day journeys that can stretch from one week to over two weeks in duration.
Unlike traditional charter services that shuttle passengers from point A to point B, Fun Over 50 Holidays curates comprehensive itineraries that allow its guests to truly soak in the sights, sounds and cultural offerings of each destination.
“Our tours aren’t just about getting from one place to the next,” Fun Over 50 Holidays coach operations manager Rob Archibald told ABC.
“We want our guests to be able to relax, unwind and fully immerse themselves in the experience. That’s why comfort and amenities are so important to us.”
Wanting to provide its guests with a luxurious experience, the company knew it needed seating that could stand up to the rigors of the road. That’s why it turned to Brisbane-based seat manufacturer StyleRide.
“Comfort was a big factor for us,” Archibald says.
“We wanted to work with a brand that would be able to accommodate all of our requests and create an experience that would leave our customers happy.”
Fun Over 50 Holidays first partnered with StyleRide in 2010, outfitting its initial 13.5m coach with the manufacturer’s seats.
“We wanted a lower seat with good lumbar support and adequate foot room, so our passengers could sit back and relax during the long journeys,” Archibald says.
“Spacing was also something we were very particular with, wanting to ensure passengers could recline to where it wouldn’t impose on the person behind them.
“Without even prompting them, our guests couldn’t stop praising the seats, and from that moment, we knew we had found the perfect manufacturer.”
Over the years, the relationship has only grown stronger, with the tour operator equipping six of its coaches with StyleRide’s products.
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“StyleRide has been instrumental in helping us create a truly premium experience for our guests,” Archibald says.
“They’ve worked closely with us to customise the seating, adding features like padded armrests and USB charging ports.”
The company’s attention to detail and willingness to accommodate requests has been a key factor in the partnership’s success and mirrors its commitment to listening to its customers.
“StyleRide has never said ‘no’ to us,” he says.
“They’ll come over, show us a model and work with us to get the exact configuration we need. It’s a true collaborative effort.”
This level of customisation has allowed Fun Over 50 Holidays to offer its guests a level of comfort that sets it apart from the competition. The company has even created a ‘diamond class’ and ‘gold class’ version of its coaches, featuring wider seats and additional amenities.
These top-of-the-line touring coaches provide an unparalleled level of luxury and comfort, ensuring that every journey with the company is a truly first-class experience.
“Even after we customised the seats themselves, the team at StyleRide offered to create diamond shaped emblems to place on the seats with our business name,” Archibald says.
“It sounds small, but it’s usually the small things that truly matter.”
Beyond the physical seating, the convenience of working with a local manufacturer has also been a major advantage for Fun Over 50 Holidays.
With StyleRide’s headquarters just a short drive away in Brisbane, the two companies have been able to maintain a close, collaborative relationship.
“It’s so easy for us to pop over and work through any customisation requests or issues that come up,” Archibald says.
This collaborative effort can be seen in the newest Fun Over 50 Holidays coach that is due to roll up any day. With a mixture of the Aquarius and Silhouette models inside the coach, the interior was designed to ensure your lower back and knees are supported throughout the whole journey.
“Our target audience consists of fit, healthy and adventurous travellers over 50 for whom comfort and style are paramount,” he says.
“We will do anything we can to ensure that their journey is of top-tier quality.
“The positive feedback we get from our guests is a testament to the quality of StyleRide’s products and its commitment to customer satisfaction.”
As Fun Over 50 Holidays looks to the future, the company remains confident in its partnership with StyleRide.
“We know we can count on StyleRide to help us provide the best possible experience for our guests,” Archibald says.
“They’re a true extension of our business.”
With StyleRide’s support, Fun Over 50 Holidays is able to offer its guests a level of comfort and luxury that keeps them coming back, tour after tour.
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