In my previous update in September I had the tough task of reminding you that, in April 2011, South West Tourism will cease to exist.  I also described the critical regional functions, currently fulfilled by South West Tourism, that will help the industry to thrive in the future. We have ...

Date added: Friday 12th November 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

Following the announcement of the Winners of the South West Tourism Excellence Awards in November we are delighted to be spreading the news of some other great wins for the region, recognising excellence is sustainability. Responsible Tourism Award (Best Accommodation for the Environment)Bedruthan Steps Hotel & ...

Date added: Wednesday 15th December 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

The prospect of a tourism boost for the UK of up to £3.5bn per annum has increased with the passage of Rebecca Harris's Daylight Saving Bill through its second reading in Parliament.The Bill calls for a thorough economic assessment of the benefits associated with moving ...

Date added: Monday 6th December 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

The best of the South West were celebrating last night at the South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2010-2011, in association with South West Water and Blue Chip Holidays. The awards celebrate the ‘best in the South West' and aim to promote and reward the leading businesses ...

Date added: Thursday 11th November 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

As you know, I have committed to keep you, the tourism industry of the South West, up to date on changes and developments with tourism structures across the region. You will also be aware that we, at South West Tourism, are not immune to any ...

Date added: Thursday 2nd September 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

The monthly Serviced Accommodation Occupancy Survey monitors occupancy levels within the South West, enabling you, the tourism business, to benchmark your performance against the average for establishments within your location, size band, type, rating and more.Whilst providing you with valuable information, your data will help us to ...

Date added: Wednesday 8th September 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

It seems UK holidaymakers have truly caught the online travel bug. In Britain, more money is spent on online travel than in any other country in Europe. So how should holiday parks and campsites respond?In the UK a staggering 40% of travel is now booked ...

Date added: Monday 6th September 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

A consultation is currently taking place on the design of the government's proposed Regional Growth Fund - a £1bn investment into England over the two year period 2011/12 and 2012/13.Responses are currently being sought from people and organisations across the public, private and community sectors.The aim of ...

Date added: Wednesday 1st September 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

A new team providing specialist legal advice to holiday and caravan parks across the region was launched 12th August 2010 by a South West law firm.Stephens Scown, which has offices in Exeter, Truro and St Austell, has decided to pool all ...

Date added: Friday 13th August 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

The Equality Act 2010 comes into effect on October 1st 2010 replacing all the existing anti-discrimination laws with a single Act. Tourism businesses should familiarise themselves with their obligations under the Equality Act 2010. For example, the requirements to make 'reasonable adjustments' have ...

Date added: Friday 6th August 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

The Highways Agency, in conjunction with South West Tourism, has launched a Summer Getaway Map which aims to encourage visitors to plan their journey to the region in advance to avoid peak traffic times this summer.The map is hosted online so that ...

Date added: Tuesday 27th July 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

If you think that Going Green is only for people who would like to save to the planet, think again! There can be a number of real benefits to your business including: increased efficiency, reduced waste, added appeal, added value and more resilience.We've updated the ...

Date added: Tuesday 27th July 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

As you are aware, South West Tourism is fully funded by the South West RDA and has a funding agreement in place until April 2011. The Board of South West Tourism are working with the RDA to consider options post 2011, and from 2012 onwards to ...

Date added: Tuesday 6th July 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

South West Tourism recently attended a ‘national Olympic Games strategic marketing meeting' with Greg Klassen, Head of Marketing Strategy and Communications from the Canadian Tourism Commission.It was a great opportunity to hear about Canada's tourism objectives, the opportunities that were available and their experience of using ...

Date added: Wednesday 28th July 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

First impressions count, and they start even before arrival at your business. That's why South West Tourism has developed 10 tips on giving a better travel experience to visitors. The tips cover travel to and within destinations, ...

Date added: Tuesday 29th June 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

Taste of the West is proud to announce their 17th annual food and drink awards open for entries. This year, the winner of the top Taste of the West accolade in each hospitality category will automatically be fast tracked to the final of The South West ...

Date added: Tuesday 29th June 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

Marine Conservation Zones are currently being planned for the South West (as well as the rest of England) and are due to be legally put in place in 2012. As a result, there will be areas of the sea where certain human activities are restricted ...

Date added: Tuesday 29th June 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

Twitter is free of charge to use and once you're set up you can keep in touch with potential new and repeat visitors by investing just a few minutes each week/month - as suits you.To help you take advantage of Twitter, we've put together a ...

Date added: Tuesday 29th June 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

South West Tourism will be attending a national Olympic Games strategic marketing meeting on 13 July 2010 to discuss ways the region can benefit from this major international event. The head of marketing from the Canadian Tourism Commission will be presenting their experiences and findings from hosting the ...

Date added: Tuesday 29th June 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

After winning a Dragon's Den style competition, a new website has now launched to campsite owners throughout the South West. Founded by Geoff Vaughan and Rhian Evans, Campingninja.com is a project which will bring opportunities to the camping sector, which have previously not existed, ...

Date added: Wednesday 9th June 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

An outstanding individual is required to chair the Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site Partnership, a volunteer role. The Steering Group for England's only natural World Heritage Site, the Jurassic Coast, is seeking a high performing individual with experience of partnership working at a ...

Date added: Wednesday 16th June 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

It has been announced that John Penrose MP is the new Minister for Tourism and Heritage. His constituency is Weston-Super-Mare (where he has been an MP since 2005), so he will have an inherent understanding of the importance of tourism.John Penrose has a strong business ...

Date added: Monday 24th May 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

Tourism businesses are being invited to enter the South West Tourism Excellence Awards 2010-2011, in association with South West Water and Blue Chip Vacations.The awards celebrate the ‘best in the South West' and aim to promote and reward the leading businesses and individuals ...

Date added: Tuesday 11th May 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

Seven South West tourism businesses have won national awards at this year's Enjoy England Awards for Excellence 2010, including two Gold and five Silver awards. The winning businesses won accolades in the following categories; Caravan Holiday Park of the Year, Large Hotel of the Year, ...

Date added: Monday 26th April 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

Are water and fuel bills eating into your hard-earned income? How feasible is it to start generating your own energy? Who can you trust to advise and install?   The University of Exeter in conjunction with South West Tourism and RegenSW are running 3 half day workshops ...

Date added: Tuesday 27th April 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

The National Assessible Scheme (NAS) joining fee has now been waived for 2010 / 2011 for members of the VisitEngland Quality Scheme. Even if your business has steps to the front door or no ground floor bedrooms, there are easy things you can do to ensure ...

Date added: Wednesday 28th April 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

Contracts and policies of employment, are yours working as hard as you are? As part of the Tozers Spring Employment Seminars 2010, this seminar focusses on the basic building block of the employer/employee relationship - the contract of employment sitting side by side with the company handbook. Get these ...

Date added: Friday 9th April 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

London 2012 pledges more tickets for British fans and urges everyone to ‘sign up' for ticketing information this year. The London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) have announced more details of its ticketing plans and invited sports fans all over ...

Date added: Thursday 1st April 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

Key tourism figures from across the county came together at Newquay Cornwall Airport on Monday 29th March to celebrate the launch of an innovative customer service programme which aims to drive up quality across the county.‘Welcome to Cornwall' is a one-day course which mixes customer ...

Date added: Tuesday 30th March 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013

VisitEngland, the country's national tourist board, have launched the first Strategic Tourism Framework for ten years, developed in collaboration with organisations and individuals across both private and public sectors including South West Regional Development Agency.This Framework highlights the action needed to maximize the tourism industry's ...

Date added: Thursday 25th March 2010
Latest updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013