Whilst it certainly still feels very much like winter, the shoots of spring are showing. We have the announcement from the first minister on COVID restrictions ending on 21st March. We also have over 100 attendees for our conference already confirmed. After two years of disruption, this is a great chance for the tourism and…
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It is our pleasure to announce that the SSDA will host the inaugural South of Scotland Destination conference on Tuesday 15th March at the Crichton in Dumfries. With our tourism and hospitality industry currently facing another challenging year, the 2022 Destination South of Scotland conference will inspire industry to rebuild bigger and better, with excellent…
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BUDGET ANNOUNCEMENT AND NEW CAMPAIGNS FOR THE SOUTH OF SCOTLAND Yesterday was budget day and the chancellor has outlined his plans. It’s encouraging to see higher than expected economic growth, Mr Sunak also announced a 48 per cent rise in skills investment. The hospitality industry is clearly in need of support here. In addition, he…
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£240K FUNDING BOOST FOR THE SOUTH The SSDA are delighted to be awarded funding from VisitScotland’s Destination and Sector Marketing Fund and the Destination Leadership Recovery fund. We will be implementing the awards until March, working with businesses across the South of Scotland on marketing and product development activities. Local destination groups also recently awarded…
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A new survey has revealed that Dumfries and Galloway is Scotland’s second most popular staycation destination this year. It says tourism bookings in Dumfries and Galloway are up 35% since 2019. The Scottish Borders had also been found to be the third most popular holiday spot in 2021. That means that the South of Scotland,…
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As the season picks up speed, so do the activities at SSDA. Earlier this month, our team virtually met with destination groups and representatives from across the South of Scotland. Together, we started to chart a collaborative path forward focussing on branding and innovation. The half-day session put the focus on how we support businesses and…
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With more and more businesses in the South of Scotland reopening and once again welcoming visitors from near and far, we hope you are all well and doing what you do best. Our team has been catching up with partners, members and communities on welcoming back visitors, upcoming plans, and exciting new ideas. Read on for…
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WELCOME BACK! It’s reopening week for tourism and hospitality businesses across the South of Scotland and we are wishing you the best of luck. Our team caught up with partners, members and communities on what lies ahead and how we can best support you through recovery planning, extending the season and making the most of…
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What’s new in the South of Scotland On Monday, we announced our first major steps to making the South a world-class destination and supporting the region’s economic recovery from the impact of Covid-19, with the unveiling of a new look Scotland Starts Here campaign and the appointment of our inaugural Chief Executive. Read on and catch up on…
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What’s new in the South of Scotland We’re getting ready for launch, so make sure to join us on this exciting journey to put the South of Scotland on the tourist map. PrintFriendly
