In an exciting new partnership, VisitScotland are working with The Travel Corporation (TTC) and the Travel Foundation, to host a free “Responsible Tourism for a Sustainable Future” webinar. The one-hour webinar on Tuesday 19 March will offer Scottish tourism businesses an insight into what global tour operators are looking for when choosing a business to […]
VisitScotland Connect 2024 will be taking place at the P&J Live Aberdeen on April 17-18, 2024. VisitScotland Connect 2023 marked our first in-person event since the COVID-19 pandemic. The new workshop style format helped 175 tourism businesses connect with over 250 tour operators and travel advisors representing 23 countries. Our 2024 event will follow the […]
The ASSC invites you to their first regional gathering of 2024, aimed at businesses and organisations involved in the self-catering sector. The afternoon will kick off with ample networking opportunities, bringing together fellow operators, tourism professionals, and the dedicated team at ASSC. It's a prime chance to connect with several dynamic partners and enjoy a […]
Accessibility is rightly growing in importance. Those organisations who get it right reap the benefits of accessing the disability market. You will gain better access to customers by providing better access to: physical destinations and attractions website information Making your destination accessible will naturally improve visitor satisfaction. It will encourage repeat bookings and boost positive […]
This presentation is tailored to tourism businesses in Angus, aimed at revealing the power of data. In this session you'll explore actionable insights, innovative strategies, and cutting-edge tools designed to enhance your business's competitive edge. Our expert speakers from the Moffat Centre at Glasgow Caledonian University will guide you through practical examples and case studies […]
This Monitor Farm meeting takes place on Tuesday 21 May 2024 at Charleton Fruit Farm and Arbikie Distillery. The focus of the meeting is on recruiting, training and retaining staff. Registration is at 10am at Charleton Fruit Farm with the meeting starting at 10.30am and lunch will be provided. Graeme and Lisa from Charleton will […]
Do you feel your business confidence could use a boost? This is your chance to enhance your tourism expertise with professional support. This course is designed for individuals who understand the importance of working on their business, not just in it. In the initial masterclass you will be encouraged to audit your own business or […]
As the go-to body for towns, STP continues to support Scottish Government’s delivery of the Town Centre Action Plan vision – “Towns and town centres are for the wellbeing of people, planet and the economy. Towns are for everyone, and everyone has a role to play in making their own town and town centres successful.” […]
Join us for an exciting joint networking event with Appetite for Angus at the Pathhead Farm Shop and Café. This event is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals and businesses in your community and to kickstart your business's Christmas plans. Learn about upcoming events hosted by both Business Gateway and Appetite for Angus, and […]
The next Angus Agritourism Monitor Farm meeting takes place on Thursday 22nd August at Kinclune Estate, Kirkton of Kingoldrum, Kirriemuir, Angus DD8 5HX The focus of the meeting is on 'Telling Your Biodiversity, Conservation and Sustainability Story'. We will hear from Monitor Farmer Aylwin Pillai on the progress of the build of their new wedding […]
Are you looking to exhibit at trade shows in the UK or overseas? This workshop will teach you proven strategies to maximise your participation through pre-event, on-site, and post-event tactics. These tips will help you capitalise on your participation, meet your target audience, and stand out from competitors. With over 25 years of experience in […]
Are you a business in Scotland's Tay Country that already engages with the travel trade or has recently undergone travel trade training? We have the pleasure of inviting you to our in-person Travel Trade follow-up session designed for you. This event will help enhance your travel trade strategy and support you in growing sales from […]
We are delighted to invite you to an engaging and informative webinar focused on supporting tourism and hospitality businesses to take climate action. Working with VisitScotland, Green Tourism and Green Key this session is tailored for tourism businesses and event organizers who are committed to sustainability and eager to make a positive environmental impact. This […]
In this introduction to accessible and inclusive tourism, hear from VisitScotland’s Inclusive Tourism Manager about the value of the accessible tourism market, the barriers that some consumers face and how best to attract these extremely loyal customers. The session will also include practical advice and top tips to implement in your business, guidance on a […]
Westerton Farm is investigating setting up a cookery school as part of being one of the Agritourism Monitor Farmers. Fiona Smith and Caroline Millar are travelling to Ireland mid September to visit Ballymalloe Cookery School. Ballymaloe is one of the most famous Cookery Schools in Europe and is also a working farm providing real 'farm […]
Understand how your business can reduce emissions with our simple climate impact guide that includes VisitScotland's easy-to-use, free climate action workbook. Our new guide has been designed to help tourism businesses starting out on their climate action journey. Businesses further along in their climate action journey may still find it useful to incorporate elements of […]
This event is designed for travel and tourism professionals and experts, or simply anyone interested in sustainability and impact in travel. The purpose of the day is to discuss how you can create impact through travel, how communities can get involved and / or benefit from the development of tourism as a sector, or how […]
Do you already have a business in the tourism industry? Are there aspects of the business that you are not so confident about? Could professional input help your business grow? If the answer to these questions is ‘yes’ then our 'Build your Business Confidence in Tourism’ course has been designed for people just like you. […]
Do you have accessibility facilities, such as accessible bedroom(s) or a quiet space, or has your venue been designed to cater for wheelchair users or visitors with hearing or sight impairments? Do these facilities appeal to your current customer base? Do you provide detailed information about these facilities on your website? If the answer to […]
Join VisitScotland as we delve into the cutting-edge technology behind online booking and distribution in the first of our new series of digital skills webinars. Whether you’re a visitor attraction, an activity provider, or a tour company, this webinar is tailor-made for you. Taking place on 3 October, at 11am, this free session will delve […]
