With the summer holidays, the Scottish heatwave and the relaxation of restrictions, the tourist season in the South of Scotland has been picking up speed and this month. We have heard from members that interest from potential visitors is ever increasing, a stark contrast to just a few months ago. With this in mind, SSDA are…
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The SSDA is driving forward the national tourism agenda. In a recent article in The Times our CEO wrote about the importance of tourism to the national recovery and the fantastic opportunities it affords from a career perspective. What is needed is a change in approach so that tourism is pushed up the national agenda. …
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Golazo Cycling and South of Scotland Destination Alliance were pleased to host the press and media launch for the inaugural edition of Raiders Gravel. Several journalists and key members of the cycling and outdoor adventure community attended the event. A two-day itinerary was designed in partnership with Esther Tacke and Warren Sanders of Galloway Cycling…
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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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Golazo Cycling UK are excited to unveil Raiders Gravel Galloway. A 4-day international gravel stage race. The event is a uniquely Scottish gravel adventure in the heart of the Galloway Forest Park. The 4-day festival features 3 race stages where riders explore the many corners of the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere taking in…
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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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SSDA Travel trade Specialist Yvonne takes a closer look at newly launched The Real Travel. A trend that has emerged from the pandemic and which stands head above the rest is the principal of combining remote working with travel. Some countries have started to introduce digital nomad visas and a number of companies have developed…
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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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The South of Scotland Destination Alliance (SSDA), today announced the organisation’s first major steps to making the South a world-class destination.
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
