Visit Kelso has launched a new initiative to welcome visitors who are looking to focus on their self-care, in a bid to become Scotland’s Wellbeing Capital. Responding to the growing trend of people seeking a wellness experience as part of their travels, Visit Kelso has engaged an army of Wellbeing Warriors, people who work in…
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Event in March 2023 will be first opportunity for many SSDA members to meet new Chief Executive David Hope-Jones Business owners working in leisure, hospitality and tourism in the south of Scotland are updating their Year Ahead planners today after the date was confirmed for the second annual conference organised by the South of…
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The South of Scotland Destination Alliance announces new Chief Executive to lead work developing the South of Scotland into a year-round tourist destination The South of Scotland Destination Alliance (SSDA) today announced that Borders-based David Hope-Jones OBE will be the new Chief Executive of the strategic Destination Management and Marketing Organisation for the Scottish…
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The South of Scotland has been named as one of Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel destinations for 2023. The publication revealed that the region, which covers the Scottish Borders and Dumfries & Galloway, is one of only two UK destinations and 30 worldwide to make the annual list. Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2023…
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The owners of Cringletie near Peebles today announced that General Manager Will Haegeland and Front Office Manager Trond Dalby are moving on to pastures new. Mr Haegeland will take up a new position as General Manager of the Pandora Hotel and Marton Guest House on Guernsey and Mr Dalby has been appointed Deputy General Manager.…
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Results of first South of Scotland Destination Alliance ‘barometer survey’ reveal “exceptionally challenging” picture for tourism and hospitality businesses in the region The results of an in-depth ‘barometer survey’ of tourism and hospitality businesses in the South of Scotland paint a concerning picture of the difficulties many operators face in a worsening national and…
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Dumfries and Galloway Council has announced that its events funding programmes for 2023/24 are now open for applications. The Community Events Fund and the Major Events Fund are part of the new Dumfries and Galloway Events Strategy 2023-2026. The total funding available for events and community organisations is £100,000. The deadline for applications…
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BBC Scotland has announced a new 8 part series which will take audiences on a journey to the very best escapes that Scotland has to offer and ultimately crown one as Scotland’s Greatest Escape. The production team are now putting a call out to the public to nominate what holiday experience they think is worthy…
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A stellar line-up has been unveiled for the second annual Music at the Multiverse weekend – two days of great entertainment at one of Scotland’s most amazing outdoor venues. And for 2022 there will be a brand new second stage, the Dance Tent, in addition to the Main Stage – which once again will be located…
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The Crossmichael Heritage Centre is open in the church hall every Wednesday and Friday afternoon (1.30-4.30pm). The Hearse Hoose exhibition is open 9-5, every Monday to Saturday. To celebrate the project, a ‘Crossmichael Heritage Open Day’ is being held on the afternoon of 30th July, with a whole range of activities for all ages. Between…
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