Industry news and press releases

VisitEngland has today, 20 December, announced the 10 finalists to make the shortlist of its annual search to find the unsung hero of England’s tourism industry.

Millions of Brits planning a domestic holiday during festive season, bringing estimated £2.5 billion boost to economy. Survey also shows that going out for a meal and visiting a Christmas market are most popular festive activities.

British tourism suppliers will join VisitBritain in Frankfurt from 13-14 November to meet with top buyers to do business and boost tourism to Britain.

UK tourism suppliers are set to show top buyers from across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and Asia why Britain is the destination to visit now, as VisitBritain gears up to host its ‘Destination Britain Middle East and Asia’ trade mission in India.

VisitBritain has announced its programme to secure international business events and increase delegate attendance has resulted in a boost to the economy of £45.5 million.

VisitEngland has today, 22 October, revealed the winners of its Visitor Attraction Accolades for 2023-2024, recognising excellence within the visitor attraction sector.

Competing for visitors from China and encouraging them to explore more of Britain through regional gateways, driving growth from tourism across the nations and regions, are top of the agenda as VisitBritain CEO Patricia Yates visits Beijing and Shanghai this week.

Tourism businesses can use the questionnaire to identify the key accessibility features in their business and list these on their websites to provide high-level accessibility information.

As we mark World Tourism Day, our CEO Patricia Yates shines the spotlight on the importance of our industry as a global force for good.

National tourism agency VisitBritain has been welcoming international media to Birmingham, Bath and London this week for a film-and-TV themed trip to showcase iconic filming destinations and associated experiences to boost tourism to Britain.

Eligible non-Europeans can now apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETAs) to travel to the UK.

VisitEngland has today Wednesday 11 September revealed this year’s 100 winners of its ROSE Awards.