Tourism
Tourists would spend more if tax-free shopping is reintroduced, study finds
Four fifths (84%) of tourists have said the reintroduction of tax-free shopping would make them more likely to visit and spend money in Britain, research commissioned by the Association of International Retail has shown.
Minister rows back on plans to reinstate tax-free shopping for tourists
A government minister has played down speculation that the tax-free shopping scheme for overseas tourists could be reinstated in next week’s budget.
Government ‘looking again’ at tax-free shopping for tourists
Tourism on the rise but still 9% short of 2019 levels
Prehistoric Kents Cavern sold to hotel and leisure company
UKinbound: Government must help boost tourism in ‘critical six months’
UKinbound has said the government must use the Spring budget to introduce tourism-boosting measures if it[...]
Wales launches tourist tax consultation
The Welsh Government has launched a consultation on proposals to give local authorities the powers to[...]
The Telegraph wins Best Boutique Hotel at Blue Badge Access Awards
Hospitality operators have been recognised at this year’s Blue Badge Access Awards, held at a ceremony[...]
Tourism sector not taken seriously due to ‘snobbery’, MPs told
A managing director at London & Partners has told MPs that the tourism sector is not[...]
Sandy Mount House on Anglesey to open fine dining spin-off Y Parlwr this summer
The beach house restaurant and bar Sandy Mount House on Anglesey is to open a second fine-dining restaurant a few doors down from its original site in the beach town of Rhosneigr. "
Book your place at The Caterer’s virtual Outdoor Summit
The Caterer is hosting a virtual summit in April to discuss how operators can make the most of the great outdoors and maximise revenues across dining and accommodation.
Wales to consult on ‘unfair and commercially restrictive’ tourism tax this autumn
The Welsh government has confirmed a consultation on proposals for a local visitor levy will launch in autumn 2022.
London hotels to host US travel agents in bid to kick-start tourism
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022 will be among a host of events promoted to 40[...]
Futureproof your marketing strategy with next week’s free Marketing Summit
The Caterer is hosting a free virtual summit on Tuesday 29 June to help hospitality operators[...]
Government reveals plan to drive rapid recovery of tourism sector
A new rail pass and vouchers for popular tourist attractions are at the heart of a[...]
Adam Jackson takes up head chef role at the Bow Room at York's Grays Court hotel
Adam Jackson has started a new role as head chef at the Bow Room at the[...]
'I’m putting the message out loud and clear in support of our city' – Sadiq Khan on tourism campaign Let’s Do London
The Caterer speaks with mayor of London Sadiq Khan as he launches his Let’s Do London and London Eats campaigns to encourage Londoners and visitors back to the capital’s hospitality venues. "
Ambleside’s Waterhead hotel sold to the Inn Collection Group
The four-star Waterhead hotel in the Lake District has been sold by English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues for an undisclosed sum to the Inn Collection Group in an off-market deal.
Sadiq Khan to launch 'biggest ever' London tourism campaign
The mayor of London has promised to launch the "biggest domestic tourism campaign London has ever seen" to help revive the capital’s economy as Covid restrictions are eased.
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