Located in the heart of the Fife countryside, near Cupar, The Rings offers self-catering accommodation with advanced accessibility features. Owner Moira Henderson is a passionate advocate for inclusive tourism and has developed innovative approaches to make her accommodations fully accessible. Come along to this informal event to witness firsthand Moira's ingenious approach to accessibility, and […]
Join industry colleagues at the ETAG Conference 2024 – the “must attend” event for everyone with an interest in Edinburgh’s visitor economy. This year’s conference programme will include updates on Edinburgh’s visitor economy activity and developments. It will also highlight the latest tourism trends and insights. The much loved "spotlight sessions" are still a firm […]
The HIT Scotland Talent Conference will take place at the voco Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow on Thursday 8th February 2024. The 2024 programme will bring you more inspirational and thought-provoking speakers, which will challenge you and your teams to think differently about your roles and your business and how as an industry we can […]
The Fife Tourism Conference is back for 2024 with the theme of "developing new markets". Gain insights from experienced speakers and leaders, shaping the future of tourism in Scotland. Explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in our dynamic industry. Key events and highlights: Innovation and future trends: Find out where the Scottish tourism industry is […]
Welcome to the much-anticipated return of the Scottish National Community Tourism Gathering! Following the resounding success of last year's event, hailed as the 'friendliest' conference by many attendees, we're thrilled to announce that this year's gathering is heading to the "Queen of the South", Dumfries. Meet us at the Cairndale Hotel, Dumfries where we'll celebrate […]
In this introduction to accessible and inclusive tourism, hear from VisitScotland’s Inclusive Tourism Manager about the value of accessible tourism market, the barriers that some consumers face and how best to attract these extremely loyal customers. The session will also include information about Accessibility Guides, what are they and why are they important to this market. Insights on this will […]
This half-day training course focuses specifically on customer service for disabled customers, which also benefits other customer groups. This is the second in a series of inclusive and accessible tourism events. Participants will learn about: adopting a positive attitude to all customers and anticipating accessibility requirements successful communication styles to identify customer needs legal obligations and […]
March is dedicated to Scottish Tourism Month; an opportunity to amplify the voice of the tourism and hospitality industry, recognising its enormous contribution to Scotland and highlighting the support it needs to overcome the immense challenges it faces to grow sustainably. The flagship event of Scottish Tourism Month, The Signature Conference, will explore these themes […]
Part of the national Scottish Tourism Month Programme and proudly sponsored by North Ayrshire Council, this is not just Sail Scotland members, everyone related to the industry is welcome to come together, learn, and network with others. The event is for everyone with an interest in the marine tourism sector; whether it’s the delivery, skills, […]
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 […]
