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SUMMARY:Friday 12 May: Scottish Thistle Awards 2023
DESCRIPTION:Entries and nominations are now open for the 2023 Scottish Thistle Awards. \nEntries close Friday 12 May.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/friday-12-may-scottish-thistle-awards-2023/
CATEGORIES:Awards
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230511T093000
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SUMMARY:European Capital of Sport Business Engagement Event
DESCRIPTION:Glasgow is taking on the mantle of European Capital of Sport (ECOS) 2023 – and becomes the first city to hold the title twice\, 20 years after first achieving the accolade. \nEvent Overview \nThis event is an opportunity to hear directly from sporting event organisers in the city about what’s coming up in the next 12 months and how businesses can get involved in the city’s year as European Capital of Sport. The city is about to host the biggest ever global cycling event with UCI Cycling World Championships\, and further\, there is a wide range of sporting events hosted in Glasgow on a one off and also annual basis. \nHear from the team about the impact of these events on Glasgow\, explore opportunities for collaboration and discover how this will build on the legacy of previous major sporting events. \nSpeakers will include representatives from: \n• World Athletics Indoor Championships 2024\n• Scottish Football Association\n• Great Run Company\n• Glasgow Life \nTimeline: \n09.30 – registration and refreshments\n10.00 – 11.00: speakers and Q&A\n11.00 – 11.30: networking
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/european-capital-of-sport-business-engagement-event/
LOCATION:Clayton Hotel\, Glasgow\, 286 Clyde St\, Glasgow\, G1 4AR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T110000
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SUMMARY:Taking charge of your utility strategy
DESCRIPTION:From redundancies to reduced hours\, rising energy costs continue to have a severe and significant impact on tourism and hospitality businesses. \nWith limited support available from the UK Government’s new Energy Bill Discount Scheme (EBDS) and a huge number of businesses out of contract\, it’s difficult to know what action to take next. \nThe Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) is partnering with leading utilities management company\, eyebright\, to deliver a free online webinar to offer clarity and ultimately empower businesses in the sector to take charge of their energy strategy. \nWhether you’re an SME or a large\, multi-site business\, this event will debunk the myths around utilities management and the new EBDS\, highlight opportunities businesses may be missing to save energy\, and offer information and advice to confidently make choices about your utility strategy going forwards. \nAs well as hearing from business owners who are successfully navigating and managing their utilities\, there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions\, both anonymously ahead of the event and during the session. \nWe look forward to seeing you there. \nJOINING THE EVENT \nJoining instructions\, with a link to join the webinar\, will be shared with attendees a week before the event. \nIf you have any questions which you’d like to be discussed as part of the session on the day\, please email these to communications@stalliance.co.uk by Monday 8th May 2023 at 3pm. Please note\, all questions will be presented anonymously.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/taking-charge-of-your-utility-strategy/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:STA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230419T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230420T170000
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SUMMARY:VisitScotland Connect 2023
DESCRIPTION:VisitScotland Connect 2023 will be taking place at the P&J Live Aberdeen on April 19-20\, 2023. \nVisitScotland is focused on rebuilding international tourism demand and supporting the country’s ambitions to be a leading destination for responsible tourism. \nThe format for this event will be a new business-to-business travel trade workshop connecting Buyers from around the globe with Scottish tourism businesses\, helping to rebuild Scotland’s valuable tourism industry. \nSpeak to your VisitScotland contact if you are interested in joining this event or use the registration links on the website.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/visitscotland-connect-2023/
LOCATION:P&J Live\, Aberdeen\, E Burn Rd\, Aberdeen\, AB21 9FX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230418T200000
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SUMMARY:Short Term Lets: Hanging by a thread
DESCRIPTION:Edinburgh’s Judicial Review is critical for the whole of Scotland’s self-catering industry and the wider Tourism Sector. \nThe Judicial Team\, together with industry experts will cover the latest news\, and exciting updates. \nThis is a MUST ATTEND free session to help you safeguard your business. \nIf you have self-catering properties\, or run a business supported by self-catering guests\, you will be affected by the current legislation. \nAGENDA: \n1. Progress update from March and April \n2. Current status on the case \n3. How the STL sector nurtures entrepreneurial talent \n4. How the STL policy will dramatically upset the delicate nature of Scotland’s Tourism Economy bringing with it many unintended consequences. \n5. How you can get involved to support the crucial Judicial Review fundraising campaign. \nOver £212\,000 has been raised already\, demonstrating the phenomenal support we have. But\, the Judicial Review needs to raise £300\,000 to ensure they can challenge the Licence Scheme in court. \nThis is now entering a critical phase\, with only days left for fundraising. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to contribute to the Judicial Review Crowd Justice campaign. \nThis event has limited capacity of 85 places. \nFollowing the event there will be opportunity to talk further at The Advocate\, 7 Hunter Square. \nThe Judicial Review: \nThe aim of the Judicial Review is to influence policy and guidance\, so that quality operators with a track record of good practice will be able to gain licences with a scheme that is fair\, fit for purpose\, safeguards the self-catering industry\, and is focused on the health and safety of our guests.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/short-term-lets-hanging-by-a-thread/
LOCATION:French Institute of Scotland\, West Parliament Square\, Edinburgh\, EH1 1RF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:World Food Travel Day
DESCRIPTION:EVERY APRIL 18 – A REASON TO CELEBRATE LOCAL CUISINE \n\n\nWorld Food Travel Day takes place on Tuesday 18th April\, and is a dedicated day to celebrate and raise awareness amongst both consumers and trade that experiencing our world’s culinary cultures\, is a number one reason to travel. \nAs well as shining a spotlight on Culinary Culture\, the World Food Travel Association has announced that 2023 World Food Travel Day will also focus on ‘Underrated Culinary Destinations’. \nBoth consumers and organisations in Scotland can get involved by sharing videos and stories of food or drink experiences people have enjoyed and shouldn’t miss in their areas\, using #WorldFoodTravel Day #Scotland #underrateddestinations and tagging: \n\nInstagram: @worldtravelassn\, @tastingscotland\, @scotfooddrink\, @visitscotland\nTwitter / Facebook: @WorldFoodTravel\, @tastingscotland\, @scotfooddrink\, @visitscotland\, @st_alliance / @stalliance
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/world-food-travel-day/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Larder of The Lowlands
DESCRIPTION:Regional Food Groups and Ambassadors\, supported by Scotland Food & Drink\, are hosting a regional showcase on Monday 17th April\, 10am-3pm at Easterbrook Hall in Dumfries. \nThe Larder of the Lowlands will bring together food and drink producers from across the Southern parts of Scotland to showcase the exceptional produce the area has to offer. \nAs well as a ‘meet the supplier’ marketplace\, with over 60 suppliers attending\, there will be a programme of activity which includes cookery demonstrations\, industry information stands\, and themed training workshops. \nThis event is suitable for Scottish suppliers from the Lowlands as well as local\, regional\, and national buyers\, industry partners/stakeholders\, associates\, and organisations and students. \nDownload the promotional toolkit here.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/larder-of-the-lowlands/
LOCATION:Easterbrook Hall\, Dumfries\, The Crichton\, Bankend Rd\, Dumfries\, DG1 4TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230417
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SUMMARY:Friday 21st April: Scottish Excellence Awards
DESCRIPTION:Entries for this year’s Excellence Awards are now open\, enter now. Entries close Friday 21st April.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/friday-21st-april-scottish-excellence-awards/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Awards
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230412T094500
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SUMMARY:Ayrshire Food & Drink Conference
DESCRIPTION:The second Ayrshire Food and Drink Conference takes place on Wednesday 12th April 2023 at Ayrshire College\, Kilmarnock Campus. \nThe event will focus on business support and skills development\, with an inspirational line-up of speakers and helpful workshops to highlight the support available. There will also be an opportunity to meet other local food\, drink and hospitality businesses. \nReserve your ticket here. \nTastes of Ayrshire \nThe Regional Food and Drink Group is delighted to announce a series of Tastes of Ayrshire events over the next few months: \n\nAyr Show – Saturday 13th May\nDean Castle – Sunday 28th May\n\nBuilding on the success of last year’s Tastes of Ayrshire\, which attracted over 1\,500 visitors\, the events will celebrate all that is great about local food and drink. \nIf you are interested in getting involved or finding out more email marketing@ayrshirefood.org.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/ayrshire-food-drink-conference/
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230321
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SUMMARY:The South Scotland Destination Alliance (SSDA) Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:Engage\, Inform\, Uplift\nThe SSDA Conference is the key annual event bringing together all those involved in tourism across the South of Scotland (Dumfries & Galloway and the Scottish Borders). It is a unique opportunity to connect\, network\, learn and collaborate. \nHear from the Experts\nThe Conference attracts leading voices and expert insights\, with a diverse range of speakers and contributors including industry and political leaders. We will start announcing keynote speakers in the coming period.  There will be a range of discussion and break-out groups\, offering unique insight and discussion around the key issues facing the South of Scotland’s visitor economy in 2024. \nWho Should Attend? \nThe Conference is open to all those engaged in the South of Scotland’s visitor economy\, whether you’re an SSDA member or not. Our diverse audience includes: businesses leaders\, economic development agencies\, community representatives\, local and national government representatives\, suppliers to the tourism sector\, and other sector supporters and representatives. \nExpand Your Network\nConnect\, Collaborate\, and Conquer \nThe SSDA Conference is more than just a platform for learning; it’s a place to expand your professional network; forge connections with industry leaders\, government officials\, and other businesses; collaborate and feed into the next chapter of the South of Scotland’s visitor economy.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/the-south-scotland-destination-alliance-ssda-conference-2024/
LOCATION:Easterbrook Hall\, Dumfries\, The Crichton\, Bankend Rd\, Dumfries\, DG1 4TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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