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SUMMARY:Scottish Tourism Month 2026: The Signature Conference
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URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/scottish-tourism-month-2026-the-signature-conference/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events,STA Events
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SUMMARY:Central and East Thistle Awards
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URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/central-and-east-thistle-awards/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Awards,Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Scottish Tourism Month 2025: The Signature Conference
DESCRIPTION:The flagship event of Scottish Tourism Month returns for 2025. \nAs always\, the event will bring together leading voices and experts from a broad range of sectors for a day packed with speaker presentations\, panel sessions and plenty of opportunities to network with all those connected to the industry. \nWhether you’re a business owner or manager\, supplier or aspiring leader\, this is an unmissable event\, with attendees given access to the latest insights\, trends and forecasts for travel and hospitality\, the economy\, and policy as well as an update on the progress of Scotland Outlook 2030\, Scotland’s National Tourism Strategy.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/scottish-tourism-month-2025-the-signature-conference/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events,STA Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250311
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SUMMARY:Scottish Tourism Month 2025: The Signature Conference Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Designed to educate and engage\, our two interactive workshops will give you the opportunity to explore themes crucial to the success of Scotland’s tourism and hospitality industry: Net Zero\, Destination Management and Leadership\, Business and Finance\, and Technology. Hear from experts and those with lived experience in these core areas\, before breaking out into groups to share insight and best practice with industry peers.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/scottish-tourism-month-2025-the-signature-conference-workshops-destinations-sustainability/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events,STA Events
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241126
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SUMMARY:ARIVAL | ACTIVATE EDINBURGH 2024
DESCRIPTION:23-25 November 2024\nEICC The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom \nJoin the travel experiences industry event of the year dedicated to the UK\, Ireland and the Nordics region markets. At Arival | Activate Edinburgh 2024. you’ll network with industry experts and your peers from across the region\, learn about the latest trends in tours\, activities\, and attractions and get inspired by insightful sessions on tech and marketing innovation that will help you and grow your business.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/arival-activate-edinburgh-2024/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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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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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;VALUE=DATE:20231031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231101
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SUMMARY:STA AGM & Autumn Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) AGM & Autumn Conference will bring together leading voices and experts from a broad range of sectors for a day packed with speaker presentations\, panel sessions and plenty of opportunities to catch up with colleagues and create new connections. \nOur carefully curated programme has been designed to support and empower the tourism and hospitality industry\, and all those connected to it\, to thrive in the present but also well into the future\, as we collectively work to deliver on Scotland’s vision to be a leader in 21st century tourism. \nWhether you’re a business owner or manager\, supplier or aspiring leader\, this is an unmissable event\, with attendees given access to the latest insights\, trends and forecasts for travel and hospitality\, the economy\, and policy as well as an update on Scotland Outlook 2030\, Scotland’s National Tourism Strategy. They will also benefit from invaluable advice and actionable learnings both for tackling challenges and capitalising opportunities that they may be facing in the industry now and in the future. \n**Speakers already confirmed** include leading communications practitioner\, Cathy MacDonald\, Digital Marketing and Technology evangelist Stephen Whitelaw\, and Minister for Small Business\, Innovation\, Tourism and Trade\, Richard Lochhead MSP. \nThis year’s event will also feature an exhibitor hall\, with the chance to meet with suppliers and supporters of the industry. For more information on becoming an exhibitor\, please email events@stalliance.co.uk. \nMembers of the Scottish Tourism Alliance are invited to join our annual AGM\, which takes place at the EICC prior to the conference. For members who only wish to attend the AGM\, please register for an AGM ticket. Please note: the AGM is for STA members only and the AGM ticket does not grant access to the main conference. \nPROGRAMME OUTLINE \nMore information coming soon. Please note\, timings are subject to change. \n\n09:15 –10:30hrs: Registration and exhibitor hall opens\n10:00 – 10:30hrs: Scottish Tourism Alliance AGM (STA members only). Non-Members are welcome to network and visit the exhibitor hall during this time.\n10:40 – 12:45hrs: Session 1\n12:45 – 14:15hrs: Lunch\, networking and exhibitor hall\n14:15 – 16:30hrs: Session 2\n16:30 – 17:00hrs: Networking and exhibitor hall\n\nSPONSORSHIP \nA select number of sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information\, please contact events@stalliance.co.uk. \nEXHIBITORS \nFor more information on becoming an exhibitor\, please email events@stalliance.co.uk.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/sta-agm-autumn-conference/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:STA Events
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SUMMARY:National Marine Planning Forum
DESCRIPTION:Register your interest to participate in person at the first National Marine Planning Forum event\, hosted by Marine Scotland Directorate\, at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre\, EH3 8EE on 15th June 10.30am – 4.30pm. \nThe Marine Planning and Policy division of Marine Scotland Directorate are hosting their first National Marine Planning Forum as part of a wider suite of events within the National Marine Plan 2 (NMP2) stakeholder engagement process. The forum will be an opportunity for stakeholders to: \n\nFeed into discussions around certain aspects of the plan\nHear from other teams within Marine Scotland and how they link to national marine planning\nNetwork with other stakeholders\n\nLunch and tea and coffee breaks will be provided. \nSpaces to attend in person are limited and if interest is high\, we cannot guarantee you an in-person space. You will\, however\, still have the opportunity to attend virtually as the event will be live streamed .\n\nThe deadline for registration is Friday 5th May. We will be in touch shortly after to confirm your reservation and in person attendance.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/national-marine-planning-forum/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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