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Over the past few months, we've been sharing our Climate Action Guide case study videos to bring our guide to life. Our third video features Paul Easto of Wilderness Scotland, who shares how they embed responsible tourism practices into their business - while sharing a passion for active and nature-based adventure. ? Find out more about our Reduce your Climate Impact Guide on VisitScotland.org (link in comments).

Hear from Neil Brownlee, Head of Business Events talking about the importance of Scotland’s first Business Events Monitor, a brand-new national survey to measure the size and value of Scotland’s business events sector. We’re inviting businesses to complete a short survey to help us build an even better picture of the business events sector. The survey will run until 4 April 2025 - https://lnkd.in/dkh_z7DJ #EventProfs #JourneyToChange #BusinessEvents #Tourism

Have you met our Director of Marketing and Digital, Jill Walker?? ? We recently caught up with her to hear about her first 100 days in post, highlights so far, and her favourite place to visit in Scotland. Read our full Q&A with Jill on VisitScotland.org (link in comments)

The Scottish Thistle Awards return for 2025 and nominations are now open!?? Watch our advert with STV Group plc to hear what the awards mean to some of our 2024 winners - Glenegedale House, Glasgow Science Centre and Cross Keys Inn Ettrickbridge.? We're also excited to welcome our new headline sponsor Abbey Group - a collection of travel companies which specialise in inbound tourism to the UK & Ireland. Abbey - The Destination Experts

"We at Glasgow Film Festival are immensely proud of the work we have done over the years to champion the brilliant work being produced here in Scotland by both homegrown talent and talent coming to Scotland to film.” With Glasgow Film Festival #GFF25 kicking off this week, we caught up with Festival Director and Glasgow Theatre Chief Executive, Allison Gardner, as she marks her final festival before retiring this October. Read the interview [link in comments] to find out more about her career, how the festival has evolved, and some of her most memorable moments.

Our Gaelic industry toolkit shares ways to use the language and its culture to create a more immersive visitor experience. #SeachdainNaGàidhlig2025 (World Gaelic Week) is the perfect time to take a look. Nar goireas airson turasachd Ghàidhlig chithear dòighean gus tursan nas drùidhtiche a thabhann le Gàidhlig is a cultar mar phàirt dhiubh. Seo àm freagarrach, ann an #SeachdainNaGàidhlig2025, gus sùil a thoirt air. [Link in comments]

Have you caught the adorable Highland Coo, Julie, Scotland’s first cardigan-wearing ‘super moo-del’? ? We wanted our winter PR campaign to not only shine a spotlight on Scotland but highlight our unique attractions, culture, and experiences. ? ?? Check out our exclusive behind-the-scenes video featuring footage of our team on-location in Angus. ? Hear from Newton Farm Holidays & Tours in #Angus and A’ The Airts Community Centre in #Dumfries and #Galloway, on how this moo-rvellous collaboration came about. Louise Nicoll, Angus Council, Scottish Agritourism, A' The Airts, Sanquhar Pattern Design, Dumfries and Galloway Council, South Ayrshire Council Merrick Scottish Blackface Knitwear, Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere, Wee Country Yarns and Todd & Duncan.

?? There's still time to apply to the Tourism and Hospitality Industry Leadership Group (ILG).?Closing date this Sunday (2 March). ? Join the ILG to shape the future of tourism in Scotland. ? For full details on the role and how to apply, check out the vacancy on VisitScotland.org (link in comments). #ScottishTourism

We’re excited to introduce Scotland’s first Business Events Monitor, a brand-new national survey to measure the size and value of Scotland’s business events sector!? ? We’re inviting businesses to complete a short survey to help us build an even better picture of the business events sector. ? The survey will run until 4 April 2025 - https://lnkd.in/dkh_z7DJ #EventProfs #JourneyToChange #BusinessEvents #Tourism

Check out a teaser from our latest responsible tourism video – Creating a Sustainable Destination. An important part of the net zero?journey is to inspire, learn and help one another to take action. There's no better way to do this than by listening to our peers and learning more about climate action and responsible tourism. In our recent responsible tourism videos, find out how Scottish businesses are making a positive impact - and consider what steps your business could take.? A big thank you to Aileen Crawford from Visit Glasgow, Kat Brogan from Mercat Tours | Certified B Corp, Adrian Turpin from Wigtown Festival Company, Paul Easto from Wilderness Scotland and Joshua Ryan-Saha from Traveltech for Scotland for taking part. Find out more on VisitScotland.org, link in the comments.