Edinburgh Tourism Action Group
AI is already changing how visitors plan, book and experience their trips, and how businesses forecast demand, manage staffing and market themselves. But for many owners and managers in our sector, the hardest part is knowing where to start. The Data Lab is offering a fully funded online course, Introduction to Data and AI for […]
ETAG is seeking to appoint a new Chair, following Donald Emslie’s decision to stand down after almost six years leading the organisation. Under Donald’s leadership, ETAG has supported Edinburgh’s visitor economy through the launch of the city’s 2030 Tourism Strategy, the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the introduction of the UK’s first formal visitor […]
The Edinburgh Visitor Levy Team would like to invite accommodation providers to join an information event about the Edinburgh Visitor Levy. By the end of each session accommodation providers will have a greater insight on how to register, navigate and submit a return on the Edinburgh Visitor Levy portal, visitorlevy.scot. The sessions will cover: Introduction […]
Mercat Tours is proud to announce its accreditation as a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2), reinforcing its commitment to building an inclusive workplace and ensuring equal opportunities for disabled people within the tourism sector. The Disability Confident scheme, developed by the UK Government, supports employers to challenge barriers, change perceptions and create more inclusive workplaces. […]
Source Edinburgh, the city’s independent tourist information centre, based within the French Institute of Scotland just off the Royal Mile, has celebrated 1 year (1 May 2025) since opening its doors to welcome and support visitors. The team have welcomed over 30,000+ visitors in the first 12 months, and through their ticket sales service they have generated £65,000+ […]
Tripadvisor Announces 2026 Travellers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do, Recognising the World’s Most Loved Travel Experiences and Attractions, with not one, but two Edinburgh attractions making the top ten! Congratulations to all the team at The Royal Yacht Britannia on achieving first place for Top Attraction in the World, with The […]
