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Scotlands Cruise Conference 2024 - What Works for Tourism - 21st November
SCOTLAND’S CRUISE CONFERENCE 2024 – WHAT WORKS FOR TOURISM
Thursday 21st November 2024 – Dunfermline - 10am – 4pm
2024 has been another year of growth for cruise ship calls around Scotland’s ports, with the season extending well into November. Looking forward, 2025 promises new cruise line calls at Scottish ports, while at an industry level there is growth in both the size of vessels, and in the capacity of the luxury and expedition market. Cruise lines are looking for excursions which are ‘ungoogleable’! In Scotland, conversations on cruise in recent times have raised the question of a sustainable tourism and the extension of the tourism levy.
What does this mean for Scotland’s tourism offer?
Scotland’s Cruise Conference 2024 – What Works For Tourism will consider the issues and opportunities raised for the Scottish tourism industry and local tourism businesses.
Our programme will include input from cruise lines, international cruise networks, and international industry experts. The programme for this year’s conference will cover developing trends in the cruise market, with a focus at the growth of luxury expedition ships; the proposed levy on cruise passengers; the impact and response of rural communities to tourism; how countries on the Baltic are working together to attract cruise; and a look at available data. It is also hoped to find space for some ‘speed dating’. As always, the sessions will be interactive. At these events delegates are always participants.
The conference is being held at the Glen Pavilion, Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline KY12 8QH between 10am and 4pm on Thursday 21st November 2024, and is supported by Welcome to Fife, Diageo, Lothian Buses and Forth Ports Ltd. The attendance fee is £70 and will be invoiced prior to the event. No cancellation refund within 14 days of the event.
The event is targeted at Cruise Industry Stakeholders, Tourism Networks and National Tourism Organisations, not individual businesses. To reserve your place, please contact Peter Wilson at info@cruiseforth.com
Help Shape the Future of Cruise Tourism in Edinburgh & South East Scotland!
As cruise passenger numbers to our region continue to grow, Edinburgh & South East Scotland boasts five key ports—Leith, Rosyth, Newhaven, South Queensferry, and Eyemouth. These vital hubs serve both transit and turnaround passengers, offering significant opportunities for economic, cultural, and environmental benefits across our communities.
To maximise these benefits, BTS Consulting, on behalf the partners listed below, are creating a Regional Cruise Passenger Management Plan. The aim being to ensure that the influx of cruise passengers contributes positively to the region’s economy, environment, culture and local communities. Its about managing and enhancing the visitor experience, not growing cruise ship numbers to the region.
Your insights are crucial! Share how cruise tourism affects your business and help us improve the visitor experience.
Complete the survey here - https://survey.zohopublic.eu/zs/FnCN8k
In partnership with City of Edinburgh Council, VisitScotland, Scottish Borders Council, Fife Council, Midlothian Council, East Lothian Council, and West Lothian Council.
Promoting Dunfermline Video as a Cruise Shore Excursion for groups or independents
Cruiseforth has been working to promote Dunfermline as an ideal addition to the shore excursion options for guests on cruise lines on the Forth, who may already be seeking a quieter alternative to Edinburgh. With themes of Royalty, Andrew Carnegie, Pittencrieff Park as well as learning about the true impact of philanthropy, a visit to Dunfermline is a must. Only 30 minutes from Edinburgh and accessible by train and coach service
Interested in joining the Volunteer Team
Would YOU like to join our band of purple jacketed Welcome Volunteers at Leith, Newhaven, South Queensferry and Rosyth. A few hours per week in the Spring and Summer sharing your local knowledge with arriving cruise passengers. Lots of fresh air, interesting chat sharing ideas about what to do and lots of smiling faces. Contact info@cruiseforth.com for more information.
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