REDBALLOON TO ATTEMPT GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ TITLE IN LEAD UP TO CHRISTMAS

RedBalloon, Australia’s leading online experience and ‘things to do’ destination is gearing up to break another Guinness World Records record title this December.

Taking place in Wollongong, NSW on Saturday 17 December, RedBalloon is attempting to set a new Guinness World Record for ‘the most tandem parachute jumps in eight hours’ and is calling for eager daredevils who want to cross skydiving off their bucket list and achieve a world record to boot.

These record breaking attempts are becoming somewhat of a habit for the gift retailer following last year’s record smash for ‘world’s largest surf lesson’ which saw 320 people congregate on iconic Bondi Beach dressed in Santa outfits.

The number of jumps required to set the new record is 94, however RedBalloon has set an ambitious target of 150 jumps within the given time period. The event is completely free for the lucky 150 participants who make the list.

In partnership with children’s cancer charity, Camp Quality, participants will be encouraged to donate on the day, and RedBalloon will be donating $10 per skydive to the charity alongside running a competition for celebrity guests in attendance, which will see a bonus $1,000 donated to the charity every time the RedBalloon target is landed on. 

“We’re very excited about this record attempt. RedBalloon has always been known for pushing the boundaries and testing our limits, and we’re confident that we’ll be able to be the new Guinness World Records title holders for this skydiving experience,” RedBalloon CEO Nick Baker said.

“We’re really looking forward to seeing the public get involved and tick skydiving off their bucket list whilst creating some great new memories in the lead up to Christmas.

Participants can register for this experience free of charge through the RedBalloon website.”

If you’re interested in participating in this unique Guinness World Record attempt, visit the RedBalloon website to register: https://www.redballoon.com.au/christmas/break-a-world-record-skydive. Spaces are strictly limited so people are advised to get in quickly to avoid disappointment.

A skydiving experience is just one of the thousands of experiences offered by RedBalloon this Christmas. With Christmas just around the corner, RedBalloon is making it easier for

Australians to find truly special presents with an expanded range of almost 4,000 experiences, as well as hundreds of unique and personalised products available through the newly launched wrapped.com.

RedBalloon gifts and vouchers will be available throughout the whole festive season, meaning last minute shoppers can purchase unique and meaningful presents right up to Christmas morning.

For last minute gift ideas and experiences, visit www.redballoon.com.au

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ABOUT REDBALLOON

RedBalloon.com.au is Australia’s most awarded online experience retailer and home of ‘things to do’. RedBalloon has sold more than 3 million experiences since it was established in 2001. Today it offers almost 4,000 unique experiences from more than 1000 providers across Australia and New Zealand. RedBalloon also distributes gift cards through selected major retailers nationally, including Coles, Woolworths, Big W, Australia Post, Target, Kmart and Officeworks. Visit redballoon.com.au for more information.

ABOUT CAMP QUALITY
Camp Quality is Australia’s most trusted children’s charity. Our purpose is to create the best quality of life for every child in Australia who is growing up with cancer.

We provide essential services to kids with cancer aged 0-13 and their families through every stage of their cancer journey. We also support children who have a parent or sibling with cancer.

Further Information:

Laura Sedgwick, lsedgwick@porternovelli.com.au / 02 8987 2114/ 0451 041 705