General Manager Announced For Leeds’ Highly Anticipated New Hotel Opening
Set to open in summer 2025, Hotel Indigo Leeds has officially announced Simon Grace as General Manager, to oversee hotel operations. Bringing with him over…
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WTTC Urges Travel & Tourism to Join Forces to Scale Up Sustainable Fuel
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) in collaboration with global consultancy ICF, has launched a bold new framework urging the entire Travel & Tourism…
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Cumbria Tourism Recognised for Services to Skills and Employment
Rachel Tyson, Head of Partnerships & Projects at Cumbria Tourism, has attended His Majesty the King’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace yesterday (Wednesday 14 May)…
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This European Country Charges Tourists to Breathe – Literally,” Warns Travel Expert
Sunshine taxes, clean air fees and cruise charges – the bizarre hidden costs catching out holidaymakers As millions of Brits prepare for summer getaways, experts…
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FSB Urges Glasgow City Council To Examine Lower Visitor Levy Charge
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) today called on Glasgow City Council to examine lower rates of Visitor Levy charge as part of a detailed…
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UK Economy Loses More Than £2.2BN from International Traveller Spend, Reveals WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has warned that the UK lost more than £2.2BN worth of exports as international visitors’ spending nosedived last…
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No More Cost Increases Before Elections, Scottish Government Urged
The Programme for Government should not add to the cost or regulation burdens facing hospitality businesses, UKHospitality Scotland has said. In a letter to the…
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Hoteliers Work Hard To Make Up Lost Ground In March
UK hotels strive to make up lost ground in March, as the gap in occupancy and room rates year-on-year narrows, according to the RSM Hotels…
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Top 10 UK Cities With The Lowest Priced Pints – Offering Pub Favourites For As Little As £2.63
Newport has been revealed to have the most affordable pints of any UK city, at just £3.12 per pint on average. Wales dominates the top…
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2025 Cumbria Tourism Awards Finalists Announced
Tourism businesses from across Cumbria are once again stepping into the spotlight, as the finalists for the Cumbria Tourism Awards 2025 are officially revealed. This…
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Travel & Tourism to Create 4.5MN New Jobs Across the EU by 2035
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed a bright future for the European Union’s Travel & Tourism sector, with strong growth predicted over…
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Christchurch Landmark Reopens: The Kings Arms Unveils Refurb Under New Ownership
A much-loved local landmark has officially reopened its doors. The Kings Arms in Christchurch, Dorset, has undergone a major refurbishment and is now welcoming guests once again…
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Global Travel & Tourism Is Strong Despite Economic Headwinds
Against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) latest research shows that global Travel & Tourism is projected to grow…
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Hospitality Investment Shows Need To Adapt Industrial Strategy
A multi-billion-pound investment in a major new Universal theme park and resort in Bedford has been agreed between Universal, the government and the local council,…
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Family Holidays Still At Risk From Visitor Levy, Despite Progress
Mark Drakeford, the Finance Secretary, announced in the Senedd yesterday that under-18s staying in hostels, campsites or outdoor centres would be exempt from paying a…
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