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SUMMARY:Orkney Tourism Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration and details for this event will be uploaded shortly. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact: admin@destinationorkney.co.uk
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/orkney-tourism-conference/
LOCATION:Orkney\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231129
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SUMMARY:Highland Tourism Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/highland-tourism-conference-2023/
LOCATION:The Kingsmills Hotel\, Inverness\, Culcabock Rd\, Inverness\, IV2 3LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231201
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SUMMARY:BH&HPA Scotland conference
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URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/bhhpa-scotland-conference/
LOCATION:Dynamic Earth\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231130T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231130T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T140300Z
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SUMMARY:Scotland's Cruise Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:What Works for Tourism will be held at the Glasgow Royal Concert Halls on Thursday 30th November 2023 from 1pm to 5pm. The Event will reflect on the record breaking season just concluded and assess what opportunities exist for tourism businesses around Scotland in 2024 and beyond. \nSpeakers will include Cruise expertise from Europe and in Scotland\, and Shore Excursion Leads from Cruise Lines visiting Scotland in 2024. The conference is directed at national tourism organisations\, regional networks and major attractions and offerings. \nIf you are interested in attending\, please contact Peter Wilson at CruiseForth – info@cruiseforth.com – Please note that there will also be a workshop event for tourism business in the Glasgow are in the morning of 30th November. Enquiries on this event also to Peter Wilson
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/scotlands-cruise-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Royal Concert Hall\, Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231202
DTSTAMP:20260809T052559
CREATED:20230605T101014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T101014Z
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SUMMARY:Deadline to enter 2024 Orkney Tourism Awards
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/deadline-to-enter-2024-orkney-tourism-awards/
CATEGORIES:Awards
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231201T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260809T052559
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SUMMARY:South of Scotland Destination Alliance (SSDA) Package Travel & Linked Travel Arrangement Compliance Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Package Travel & Linked Travel Arrangement Compliance: Join Our Exclusive Webinar on Package Travel Regulations \n In a busy tourism industry\, staying abreast of regulations can be challenging\, do you know if the current regulations affect you\, or how proposed changes may open up new opportunities? If you are offering add-on and extras\, the regulations may affect you.   \n That’s why we invite you to an essential webinar on Package Travel & Linked Travel Regulations\, featuring insights from industry experts Matt Gatenby\, Senior Partner at Travlaw\, Erika Miller\, Package Travel Lead and Andrew Powell\, Package Travel Advisor from the UK Government’s Department for Business & Trade.  \n  Date & Time: Friday 1st December at 13:00hr  Book Here: LINK   \n Why Attend?  \n\nCurrent Regulations Decoded. Explore how these regulations could directly affect your business operations. From booking processes to customer communications. \n\n\nInsights from Travlaw: Matt Gatenby\, a leading authority in travel law\, will dissect the proposed changes to the existing regulation.  \n\n\nGovernment’s Call for Evidence: Get a first-hand account from Andrew Powell and Erika Miller\, representing the UK Government’s Department for Business & Trade. Understand the current call for evidence on Package Travel Regulations and learn how your input can shape the future of industry compliance. \n\nBOOK NOW! \nWhat are the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 \nThe Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 provide consumers with protections for two types of holiday booking – packages and linked travel arrangements (LTAs). Packages are formed of two or more elements (such as transport and vehicle hire) made under one booking. The Regulations place requirements on package holiday organisers\, including that they will be responsible for the performance of all elements that make up the package.   \nAn LTA is formed when a looser connection of travel services is purchased in relation to the same trip. The regulations require businesses to make clear at the time of booking whether an LTA is being purchased and what protections are associated with it.  Travellers who purchase LTAs do not benefit from the same rights that they would do if they bought a package. For instance\, there is no requirement for any one party (such as the trader that facilitates the LTA) to be liable for the performance of all the travel services that are part of an LTA. This reflects the nature of an LTA as a looser booking of connected services.    \n The Department for Business and Trade launched a twelve-week Call for Evidence on the Package Travel Regulations 2018 on September 20th 2023\, open until 13th December 2023. Please see Press Release and Package Travel Call for Evidence.  \n  The Call for Evidence tests whether existing regulation is proportionate and effective. We are seeking views on the scope of the rules\, including whether the same protections should be in place for international and domestic holidays and whether a minimum cost threshold for the rules to apply would make the regulatory burdens more proportionate.  We are also seeking feedback on areas where the regime could be clearer\, such as by changing the approach to currently named “Linked Travel Arrangements” and how other tourist services form part of a package. Throughout the Call for Evidence\, we are inviting views on how the rules have operated across the last five years\, particularly through the Covid pandemic. This includes inviting views on whether reforms should be brought forward so the rules can work better for consumers and businesses when there are extreme extenuating circumstances.    \n Looking forward to engaging with you on this\, and if anyone wants to reach out to us outside of the Webinar they can contact us on PackageTravel@businessandtrade.gov.uk 
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/south-of-scotland-destination-alliance-ssda-package-travel-linked-travel-arrangement-compliance-webinar/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231206
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SUMMARY:STA Patrons & Business Leaders Event
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URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/sta-patrons-business-leaders-event/
CATEGORIES:STA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240121T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260809T052559
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SUMMARY:Scotland's Trade Fair Spring & Speciality Food Show 2024
DESCRIPTION:Held at the SEC is Scotland’s biggest trade fair! \nTaking place from 21 – 23 January 2024\, companies exhibit thousands of products to trade buyers from the likes of department stores\, online outlets\, tourist attractions\, farm shops\, delis and independent retail stores. \nThose exhibiting are gift and food wholesale suppliers from Scotland and other areas of the UK showing a range of products from greetings cards to home interiors to coffee to chocolate. \nFeaturing the STA Spotlight Sessions from Midday-1pm on the 22nd and 23rd.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/scotlands-trade-fair-spring-speciality-food-show-2024-2/
LOCATION:SEC\, Exhibition Way\, Glasgow\, G3 8YW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events,STA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240205T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240205T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T100442Z
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SUMMARY:Explore Islay and Jura Destination Conference
DESCRIPTION:More information TBC.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/explore-islay-and-jura-destination-conference/
LOCATION:Kilchoman Distillery
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240206T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260809T052559
CREATED:20231026T104103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T121914Z
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SUMMARY:ETAG Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us and industry colleagues at the ETAG Conference 2024 – the “must attend” event for everyone with an interest in Edinburgh’s visitor economy. \nAs always\, we will kick off with a networking lunch between 12:00 – 13:00\, followed by a great line up of speakers providing their insights and expertise\, plus opportunities to network with colleagues and make new contacts. \nThis year’s Conference Programme will include updates on Edinburgh’s visitor economy activity and developments and highlight the latest tourism trends and insights. \nThe much loved ‘Spotlight Sessions’ are still a firm fixture on the programme\, where you’ll hear about some of the exciting projects coming to the city over the coming year or so. Watch this space!\n \nETAG 2024 will be delivered with the generous support of\, the Edinburgh International Conference Centre\, VisitScotland\, Lothian\, and Blendology. \nFull conference programme coming soon.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/etag-conference-2024/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260809T052559
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SUMMARY:Scotland's Industry Leadership Groups Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Scotland’s first Industry Leadership (ILG) Symposium will take place on Wednesday\, 7 February 2024 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) from 09:00 to 16:00. \nThe day will include a combination of presentations and videos that will provide the audience with insights into the priorities and focus for Scotland’s 15 key business sectors. \nAttending on the day gives all delegates an excellent opportunity to be involved in a ‘strategic think tank’ for industry and to network with leaders of business across a variety of sectors and many who work in the government portfolios that support the sectors. The core purpose of the symposium is; \nEnhancing knowledge: exchange information with fellow ILG sectors \nShowcase best practice/innovative thinking: sharing knowledge across sectors \nCollaborative working: create a network across the ILG sectors \nIdentify clear actions: what can the industry do for itself and working collectively\, towards maximising and unlocking potential. \nThe programme for the day is still being finalised and details soon in the coming weeks. \nThanks to the very generous support of the EICC and others we are pleased to say that delegate ticket prices have been kept exceptionally low. \nIf you or your business is interested in being an event sponsor or taking a table top exhibitor stand then please in the first instance register your interest by emailing Marc Crothall at Marc.crothall@stalliance.co.uk
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/scotlands-industry-leadership-groups-symposium/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240207T143000
DTSTAMP:20260809T052559
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SUMMARY:Supporting the H&I Tourism & Hospitality industry
DESCRIPTION:This event is delivered in partnership with the National Trust for Scotland and it is aimed at businesses and organisations operating within the Highland and Islands tourism and hospitality sector. \nHear real stories from your peers\, on staff retention\, attraction and innovation\, through a mix of case studies\, panel discussion and workshops we will touch on topics that will help your business to stay competitive in a challenging landscape. \nSpeakers \nWelcome from the National Trust for Scotland from Gail Cleaver\, Operations Manager\, Culloden Cluster. \nPanel Session: Talent attraction and retention in the H&I tourism sector \n-Fiona Larg\, Chair Prosper H&I committee and Non Exec Director Highland Tourism\n-Frazer Coupland\, CEO Lochaber Chamber and Outdoor Capital of the UK\n-Guy Lindsay Crawford\, CEO of Highland Coast Hotels\n-George McNeil\, Chair of Spirit of Speyside & Director of Retail at Johnstons of Elgin \nWorkshops \n-Sustainable Finance with the Royal Bank of Scotland: In this 30-minute session\, we will talk about environmental impact and how businesses can reduce costs\, increase efficiency\, and work on risk mitigation and contingency plans.\n-Team Development and Management with University of Highlands & Islands (UHI): Why do some teams succeed whilst others fail? This workshop will explore the theory of team development and give you practical tips which will help you to think about maximising the potential of teams in your workplace.\n-Fair Work with Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE): This session will provide an overview of the benefits of adopting Fair Work practises in tourism including case study examples and will give an overview of HIE’s approach to Fair Work conditionality\, support guides\, upcoming free workshops and one-to-one support. \nCase Studies \n-Danny Docherty\, People & Safety Officer\, The Sonas Hotel Collection\n-Neil Hampton\, General Manager\, Royal Dornoch Golf Club\n-Victoria Erasmus\, Director\, Uile-bheist Distillery
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/supporting-the-hi-tourism-hospitality-industry/
LOCATION:Inverness
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240208T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260809T052559
CREATED:20231129T101021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T101021Z
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SUMMARY:HIT Scotland Talent Conference
DESCRIPTION:The HIT Scotland Talent Conference will take place at the voco Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow on Thursday 8th February 2024.  \nThe 2024 programme will bring you more inspirational and thought-provoking speakers\, which will challenge you and your teams to think differently about your roles and your business and how as an industry we can grow and inspire a skilled workforce.  \nWe have created a programme that will inspire\, challenge and inform.  We are expecting over 500 attendees from across the hospitality and tourism sector in Scotland so as always the event will provide a brilliant platform for networking\, connecting and meeting with other like-minded professionals in our industry.  \nThe 2024 HIT Scotland scholars will also be announced at this event. \nRegistration: 8.30am  \nDress-code: Business
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/hit-scotland-talent-conference/
LOCATION:Voco Grand Central Hotel\, Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240208T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260809T052559
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T104708Z
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SUMMARY:ZAG Conference
DESCRIPTION:ZAG is for those who don’t zig. This year’s theme is all about generosity. Is it on the wane? Are social media and unethical politics eroding our values? Have we lost our way a little after COVID-19 or has our faith in humanity never been stronger? ZAG is brought to you by The Union.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/zag-conference/
LOCATION:Union House\, Edinburgh
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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