World Tourism Organization

VisitBritain: Social media is a ‘global influence’ on holiday choices

11-Nov-2015 By Liam Garrahan

Research by VisitBritain shows that social media has a ‘powerful influence’ in international tourists choosing Britain as a holiday destination.

Tourism spend rise on track despite fewer August visits

09-Oct-2014 By Melodie Michel

VisitBritain is on track to deliver its 2015 target of £2bn extra visitor spend, despite a slight 1 per cent increase year to date.

Tourism boost for Britain as Osborne confirms relaxed visa rules for Chinese

14-Oct-2013 By Luke Nicholls

Chancellor George Osborne’s announcement that visa applications for Chinese visitors to the UK will be simplified has been welcomed by hospitality and tourism organisation’s alike, after years of campaigning about the issue.

Hospitality businesses to make new recruitment pledges at second BHA Summit

14-Jan-2013 By Peter Ruddick

The British Hospitality Association (BHA) has revealed the second Hospitality & Tourism Summit will be held on Tuesday 11 June 2013 and will focus on promoting careers in the industry.

Penrose tells hospitality industry: Talk to tourist boards and focus on skills

23-Jun-2011 By Emma Eversham

Tourism Minister John Penrose has told members of the hospitality industry to talk to their new local tourist boards about their businesses to ensure they benefit fully when tourists visit the area they are in.

Visit London Chief Exec to leave post

26-Sep-2008 By Emma Eversham

James Bidwell, who has been at the helm of the organisation for the past three years resigns from his job for a position with US lifestyle brand Anthropologie Europe

Edinburgh Split Over 'Bed Tax'

26-Feb-2008 By Alan Lodge

Charging Edinburgh tourists more on their hotel bills could result in an extra £38 million being spent by visitors in the city every year, according to new research, but hoteliers are against the scheme.