Turismo de Lisboa, the tourism body responsible for promoting the Portuguese capital, has appointed Hume Whitehead to handle its public relations activity in the UK following a competitive pitch. 

The agency will be responsible for raising the profile of Lisbon as a “must see” European city and highlighting the diversity of its attractions.

Hume Whitehead director and co-founder, Sue Whitehead, who will be leading the account, said:  “We are very excited to have been selected to support Turismo de Lisboa within the UK market.

“Not only is Lisbon an extraordinarily beautiful and cosmopolitan city with a wonderful year round climate and unique heritage but it has one of the best price-quality ratios in Europe and we look forward to helping UK travellers discover everything that it has to offer.”

The “capital city by the sea” attracts five million visitors annually.

With its warm year-round climate, rich culture, and gastronomy as well as an exciting year round calendar of festivals and celebrations, Lisbon is the perfect choice for short breaks and holidays as well as meetings and events of all kinds.

Paula Oliveira from Turismo de Lisboa added: “The UK is a priority market for Lisbon and it was important for us to select a partner with both the experience and passion to build awareness of our dynamic city. 

“With their creative ideas, we are confident that Hume Whitehead will help us drive UK visitors to Lisbon to new heights.”