https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/visitengland/ Visitengland News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:41:19+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-englands-2026-hotlist/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-englands-2026-hotlist/ England is set for a blockbuster year in 2026, with period dramas shining on screen, milestone anniversaries and major cultural openings across the country. Get ready for a year packed with literary legends, seaside celebrations, world-class sport, immersive art, unmissable events, brand-new stays and more… Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:02:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitenglands-2025-autumn-news/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitenglands-2025-autumn-news/ As autumn paints our treetops golden and the air turns cool and crisp, England’s calendar is brimming with new seasonal events, festivals and launches. From outdoor adventures that savour the last of the sunshine to vibrant foodie celebrations, brand new hotel openings and set-jetting opportunities, there’s a wealth of ways to welcome autumn in style… Thu, 04 Sep 2025 05:51:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-annual-survey-for-2021-highlights-impact-on-visitor-attraction/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-annual-survey-for-2021-highlights-impact-on-visitor-attraction/ The survey shows that while visits to visitor attractions in England increased by 30% overall last year compared to 2020, as attractions began to reopen and build back from the pandemic, 2021 visitor numbers were still down 55% on 2019 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 06:46:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitenglands-nick-de-bois-receives-cbe-for-services-to-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitenglands-nick-de-bois-receives-cbe-for-services-to-tourism/ VisitEngland extends its congratulations to VisitEngland Advisory Board Chair Nick de Bois, following the announcement that he has been honoured with a CBE for services to tourism in The Queen’s Birthday Honours List. Mon, 06 Jun 2022 07:28:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/5.3-million-brits-plan-domestic-break-for-platinum-jubilee-weekend/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/5.3-million-brits-plan-domestic-break-for-platinum-jubilee-weekend/ A VisitEngland survey out today shows that 5.3 million Brits are definitely planning an overnight holiday break in the UK during the extended Bank Holiday weekend for the Platinum Jubilee, bringing an estimated £1.2 billion boost to the economy. Sat, 28 May 2022 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-tourism-week-to-lead-the-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-tourism-week-to-lead-the-recovery/ English Tourism Week is fast approaching with the annual event dedicated to showing support for tourism businesses and destinations as they rebuild. Thu, 10 Mar 2022 08:26:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-seeks-to-boost-domestic-breaks-ahead-of-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-seeks-to-boost-domestic-breaks-ahead-of-summer/ VisitEngland has launched the next phase of its domestic Escape the Everyday campaign, to encourage short-breaks to English cities this spring and early summer. Wed, 16 Feb 2022 02:54:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kew-gardens-tops-england-visitor-attraction-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kew-gardens-tops-england-visitor-attraction-list/ Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, was the most visited paid for attraction in England last year with 1.2 million visitors, the first time a garden has taken the top spot. Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:34:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-expands-domestic-tourism-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-expands-domestic-tourism-campaign/ VisitEngland is stepping-up its UK-wide ‘Escape the Everyday’ campaign to drive domestic day trips and overnight breaks as the summer holidays begin. Wed, 21 Jul 2021 10:19:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-domestic-tourism-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-domestic-tourism-campaign/ The ‘Escape the Everyday’ campaign, which first launched in autumn 2020, highlights the quality destinations, visitor attractions and experiences on offer across the UK to build back demand for breaks. Fri, 21 May 2021 08:55:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-sector-prepares-for-english-tourism-week/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-sector-prepares-for-english-tourism-week/ English Tourism Week is fast approaching with this year’s week dedicated to showing support for tourism businesses and destinations across the sector as they reopen and start to rebuild. Thu, 13 May 2021 09:27:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-museum-holds-on-to-tourism-top-spot/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-museum-holds-on-to-tourism-top-spot/ Topping the list of free attractions in England was the British Museum, with 6.2 million visitors, followed by the Tate Modern and the National Gallery. Tue, 20 Oct 2020 08:48:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-domestic-tourism-campaign-from-visitengland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-domestic-tourism-campaign-from-visitengland/ The £5 million campaign highlights the quality destinations, visitor attractions and experiences on offer across the cities, countryside and coast of the UK. Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:19:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-covid-19-secure-industry-standard/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-covid-19-secure-industry-standard/ VisitEngland has launched a UK-wide industry standard and consumer mark to provide a ‘ring of confidence’ for tourism as the sector works towards reopening. Thu, 25 Jun 2020 08:50:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-to-take-tourism-week-digital/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-to-take-tourism-week-digital/ For the 2020 event, being held from May 25th-31st, VisitEngland and local destinations are asking MPs, local authorities, the UK Government and other stakeholders to shine the spotlight on the importance of tourism to the local, regional and national economy. Fri, 22 May 2020 05:21:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brits-preparing-for-record-christmas-getaway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brits-preparing-for-record-christmas-getaway/ The Christmas Trip Tracker survey from VisitEngland has revealed that 14.5 million Brits are definitely planning an overnight trip in the UK during Christmas and New Year, bringing an estimated £2.9 billion boost to the economy. Thu, 19 Dec 2019 10:09:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-encourages-young-brits-to-holiday-at-home/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-encourages-young-brits-to-holiday-at-home/ VisitEngland has launched the next phase of its campaign to get more young Brits to take a short break at home with a series of new short films and images. VisitEngland statistics show that 16-to-34-year olds had the lowest growth across all age groups for taking holidays at home during the last decade, 2008 to 2018. Thu, 05 Sep 2019 09:05:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/britain-prepares-for-record-breaking-bank-holiday-weekend/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/britain-prepares-for-record-breaking-bank-holiday-weekend/ VisitEngland’s August bank holiday trip-tracker survey has revealed that 8.6 million Brits are definitely planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK this bank holiday weekend, bringing an estimated £2.1 billion boost to the economy. Wed, 21 Aug 2019 13:29:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tate-modern-recognised-as-top-england-attraction-for-first-time-in-ten-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tate-modern-recognised-as-top-england-attraction-for-first-time-in-ten-year/ Visits to England’s attractions rose by two per cent in 2018, with revenue also up by two per cent on the previous year, according to figures from VisitEngland’s annual Attractions Survey. Wed, 14 Aug 2019 07:31:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-exchange-great-britain-from-visitengland-goes-live/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-exchange-great-britain-from-visitengland-goes-live/ Tourism Exchange Great Britain is a one-stop shop for English tourism suppliers including accommodation providers, visitor attractions and experiences, to link to distributors with international reach and sell their products overseas. Tue, 02 Jul 2019 07:12:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-prepare-for-easter-getaway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-prepare-for-easter-getaway/ Some 7.4 million Brits are definitely planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK this Easter weekend, bringing an estimated £1.8 billion boost to the economy. Tourism is worth £127 billion annually to the UK economy, creating jobs and boosting economic growth across its nations and region. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 08:29:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-finds-13m-brits-preparing-for-christmas-getaway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-finds-13m-brits-preparing-for-christmas-getaway/ VisitEngland’s Christmas Trip Tracker Survey shows that more than 13 million Brits (26 per cent) are planning an overnight trip in the UK during the Christmas and New Year period, bringing an estimated £2.6 billion boost to the economy. Fri, 21 Dec 2018 10:59:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reintroduces-entry-level-and-taste-accreditation-schemes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reintroduces-entry-level-and-taste-accreditation-schemes/ VisitEngland has re-launched its Entry Level and Taste accreditation schemes for accommodation and food businesses, making them available to businesses across England. Tue, 27 Nov 2018 12:54:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-minister-unveils-new-great-west-way-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-minister-unveils-new-great-west-way-in-uk/ Tourism minister Michael Ellis has trodden the path of the Great West Way, a new touring route from London to Bristol, which aims to attract 1.5 million new visitors to the region over ten years. Mon, 26 Nov 2018 09:05:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-buoyant-tourism-market-with-latest-research/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-buoyant-tourism-market-with-latest-research/ Accommodation providers in England saw an increase in bookings during the summer school holiday period compared to last year, according to a new survey by VisitEngland. Wed, 26 Sep 2018 08:58:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-prepare-for-bank-holiday-breaks-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-prepare-for-bank-holiday-breaks-in-uk/ VisitEngland’s August bank holiday Trip-Tracker survey shows that 7.3 million Brits are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK this weekend, bringing an estimated £1.75 billion boost to the economy. Thu, 16 Aug 2018 08:56:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-records-uptick-in-interest-in-historic-monuments/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-records-uptick-in-interest-in-historic-monuments/ Of the 1,400 English attractions surveyed the research found that historic properties such as mills, monuments, boats and burial grounds saw the largest increase in visitor numbers, up eight per cent on 2016. Thu, 09 Aug 2018 09:20:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-regions-welcoming-increasing-visitor-numbers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-regions-welcoming-increasing-visitor-numbers/ More international tourists are visiting the English regions than ever before. Official statistics released today show that in the first nine months of 2017 there were a record 12.7 million visits to English regions outside London, up four per cent compared to the same period in 2016. Fri, 19 Jan 2018 09:50:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vistengland-launch-new-accessibility-website/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vistengland-launch-new-accessibility-website/ VisitEngland and VisitScotland are launching a website for tourism businesses to produce accessibility guides. The guides are a new way for tourism operators to increase business, by providing potential visitors with important accessibility information in a user-friendly format. Fri, 20 Oct 2017 08:23:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-revels-in-record-year-of-tourism-growth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-revels-in-record-year-of-tourism-growth/ An extra £872 million in visitor spending was generated across the UK in the last year as a result of work by national tourism agency VisitBritain/VisitEngland latest figures show. This means for every pound invested in the organisation, £20 of additional visitor spend was generated for the economy. Thu, 12 Oct 2017 07:51:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gardens-lead-growth-at-visitor-attractions-in-england/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gardens-lead-growth-at-visitor-attractions-in-england/ Gardens and zoos saw the most significant growth in visitors to attractions last year, according to VisitEngland’s annual attractions survey. Thu, 03 Aug 2017 08:00:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-predicts-1.7bn-easter-tourism-boost-for-uk-economy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-predicts-1.7bn-easter-tourism-boost-for-uk-economy/ VisitEngland’s Easter Trip Tracker survey shows 6.6 million Brits are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK this Easter weekend. The tourism body finds this will bring an estimated £1.7 billion boost to the British economy. Thu, 13 Apr 2017 09:46:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-visitbritain-and-visitengland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-visitbritain-and-visitengland/ UK culture secretary Karen Bradley has appointed Steve Ridgway as the new chair of the British Tourist Authority, which includes VisitBritain and VisitEngland, while and Denis Wormwell will take up the role of chair of the VisitEngland advisory board. Thu, 19 Jan 2017 15:11:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/day-tripper-record-spend-from-english-travellers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/day-tripper-record-spend-from-english-travellers/ New figures from VisitEngland show that Brits spent a record-breaking £45.3 billion on day trips across England in the first eleven months of 2016, setting a new record for the survey. January to November 2016 also saw the highest number of day trips taken in the first eleven months of the year at 1.35 billion visits in England. Thu, 05 Jan 2017 14:30:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-visitors-boost-uk-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/international-visitors-boost-uk-tourism-sector/ International visitors spent an extra £800 million across the nations and regions of Britain in the last year as a result of work by the national tourism agency VisitBritain, latest figures show. This means that every £1 invested in VisitBritain’s activities resulted in an overseas visitor spending £23 in Britain. Domestic visitors spent an additional £97.2 million in England as a result of VisitEngland’s 2015 ‘Holidays at Home are GREAT’ campaign. Tue, 11 Oct 2016 08:35:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-government-unveils-tourism-action-plan-as-prices-fall/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-government-unveils-tourism-action-plan-as-prices-fall/ The UK government had unveiled a series of measures designed to boost the domestic tourism sector. Branded the Tourism Action Plan, the agenda aims to capitalise on the weaker pound currently making trips cheaper for overseas visitors. The pound has fallen from $1.49 on the day of the Brexit referendum in July to lows of $1.28 in July and August. Fri, 26 Aug 2016 06:28:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-expects-post-brexit-tourism-spike/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-expects-post-brexit-tourism-spike/ Business confidence among accommodation providers is at a record high for the summer holidays in a VisitEngland survey. The ‘business confidence’ survey findings also show that out of 500 accommodation providers, more than half are expecting an increase in visitors following the EU referendum outcome with a particular boost expected for the domestic market. Wed, 03 Aug 2016 09:58:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-record-breaking-tourism-spend/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-record-breaking-tourism-spend/ Latest figures from VisitEngland show a record-breaking first quarter for the amount spent on overnight domestic holiday trips in England. Visitors spent £1.8 billion from January to March, up 23 per cent on the same period last year. The number of domestic overnight holiday trips also set a new record for a first quarter with 7.3 million visits, up ten per cent compared to the same period in 2015. Thu, 30 Jun 2016 21:58:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/engagement-programme-underway-for-discover-england-fund/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/engagement-programme-underway-for-discover-england-fund/ More than 100 representatives from the travel industry across England attended the first in a series of sessions launching earlier as a regional engagement programme for the new £40 million Discover England Fund got underway. The session was the first of six to be held across the country throughout February and March led by Sally Balcombe, VisitEngland/VisitBritain chief executive, who will be setting out ambitions for the fund’s delivery, the high-level criteria for potential bidders to consider and suggested timeframes for its phased implementation. Fri, 05 Feb 2016 11:19:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-planning-bank-holiday-getaway1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-planning-bank-holiday-getaway1/ VisitEngland’s Bank Holiday Trip Tracker Survey today reveals that 4.8 million Brits, or nine per cent of the adult population, are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK this August Bank Holiday weekend. This includes some 4.5 million planning a holiday in England. This is likely to generate some £1.2 billion for the UK economy, £1.1 billion of which will be spent in England. Thu, 27 Aug 2015 08:26:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-attractions-see-visitor-numbers-continue-to-grow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-attractions-see-visitor-numbers-continue-to-grow/ Visits to England’s attractions increased by four per cent in 2014, consolidating the sector’s return to growth following 2013’s positive figures, according to VisitEngland’s Annual Attractions Survey. The figures continue the growth of visitor numbers to England’s tourist attractions in 2013, demonstrating the important contribution attractions make to the tourism industry and the English economy, which is worth £106 billion in total. Thu, 06 Aug 2015 09:20:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-figures-reveal-booming-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-figures-reveal-booming-tourism-sector/ The latest results from the Great Britain Tourism Survey published by VisitEngland reveal a record breaking performance for domestic tourism in the first quarter of the year. Some 28.7 million trips were recorded in England between January and April this year, an 18 per cent increase year on year, and the highest number of trips recorded during the first quarter since the survey began in 2006. Wed, 29 Jul 2015 09:24:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-strong-domestic-tourism-figures-for-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-strong-domestic-tourism-figures-for-uk/ The latest results from the Great Britain Tourism Survey reveal a strong performance for domestic tourism in the first quarter of the year. There were 19.7 million trips recorded in England between January and March this year, the highest number of trips recorded during the first quarter for seven years. Thu, 25 Jun 2015 07:55:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-and-visitengland-embark-on-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ukinbound-and-visitengland-embark-on-partnership/ UKinbound and VisitEngland hosted its first joint workshop in conjunction with England’s Heritage Cities, with all partners uniting to grow the inbound tourism market beyond London after it was identified that 77% of UK’s inbound visitors stated that they would like to explore more of the UK. Sat, 17 Jan 2015 22:30:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-chairman-lady-cobham-receives-cbe-from-prince-of-wales/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-chairman-lady-cobham-receives-cbe-from-prince-of-wales/ VisitEngland chairman Lady Cobham has been awarded a CBE for services to tourism and received the honour from HRH the Prince of Wales. She joined VisitEngland in 2009 when the tourist board was created and has been instrumental in driving forward the objectives of England’s Strategic Framework for Tourism to maximise tourism’s contribution to the economy, employment and quality of life in England. Sat, 22 Nov 2014 09:59:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-attractions-see-rise-in-visitor-numbers-during-2013/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-attractions-see-rise-in-visitor-numbers-during-2013/ Visits to attractions in England increased by five per cent in 2013 according to VisitEngland’s Annual Attractions Survey. This demonstrates the important contribution England’s attractions make to the UK economy and the potential for future growth in the tourism sector. Tue, 19 Aug 2014 10:02:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-to-share-star-ratings-on-tripadvisor/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-to-share-star-ratings-on-tripadvisor/ In a new partnership with TripAdvisor, VisitEngland’s official star ratings will now be displayed on the TripAdvisor property pages of participating accommodation providers in England. VisitEngland now joins organisations such as the AA as providers of official star ratings for TripAdvisor. This partnership forms part of a raft of projects by VisitEngland aimed at supporting tourism businesses to engage with digital platforms. Mon, 11 Aug 2014 22:40:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-summer-optimism-in-tourism-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-summer-optimism-in-tourism-market/ Results of the Great British Tourism Survey released by VisitEngland today reveal 3.8 million domestic holiday trips were taken in England in April 2014, a ten per cent increase on the same period last year, with tourism spend up five per cent for the month. The early months of 2014 were characterised by extremely wet weather which had a negative impact on figures. Thu, 07 Aug 2014 22:19:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-england-recalibrates-visitor-attraction-quality-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-england-recalibrates-visitor-attraction-quality-scheme/ VisitEngland’s Visitor Attraction Quality Scheme has undergone a complete refresh following an in-depth review and industry consultation. The changes aim to reflect the diverse attractions on offer in England and to support them to deliver the best possible visitor experience. Tue, 27 May 2014 08:20:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-enjoy-christmas-getaway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-enjoy-christmas-getaway/ VisitEngland’s latest Trip Tracker survey reveals that planned overnight trips this Christmas and New year are likely to generate some £1.9 billion spend for the UK economy, around £1.6 billion of which will be spent in England. A total of 10.1 million Brits plan to make the most of the festive season by taking an overnight trip in the UK, with 8.6 million people planning to take that trip in England. Mon, 23 Dec 2013 10:57:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-turns-to-domestic-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-turns-to-domestic-tourism/ A new report by the national tourist board, VisitEngland entitled Domestic Leisure Tourism Trends for the Next Decade, outlining key trends due to significantly affect the future growth of domestic tourism was launched today at VisitEngland’s Visitor Economy Conference in London. Covering a wide range of demographic, economic, technological and consumer trends, the report, highlights key opportunities that could change the face of tourism in England over the next decade. Thu, 05 Dec 2013 12:13:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-report-highlights-importance-of-tourism-to-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-report-highlights-importance-of-tourism-to-uk/ England’s central role in driving the future growth of tourism in the UK has been outlined in a new report released today from Deloitte ‘Tourism: jobs and growth’. Worth £106 billion and supporting 2.6 million jobs, English tourism is the driving nation behind an industry that has grown faster than manufacturing, construction and retail. Fri, 22 Nov 2013 08:51:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/small-cut-in-tourism-funding-in-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/small-cut-in-tourism-funding-in-uk/ The department for media, culture and sport has confirmed VisitBritain’s funding for 2015/16 will fall to just under £20 million – a reduction of five per cent on the 2014/15 budget. However, the small cut has been welcomed by Christopher Rodrigues, chairman, VisitBritain, in the context of swingeing cuts seen elsewhere in government. Thu, 04 Jul 2013 13:05:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-new-accessibility-guide/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-new-accessibility-guide/ National tourist board VisitEngland has launched Speak Up!, a free online guide designed to help tourism businesses market their accessibility to disabled travellers. Packed full of information, advice and examples of best practice, the guide covers a wide range of marketing tools from social media to promotional brochures, all aimed at helping business owners attract more of these valuable visitors, worth over £2 billion. Thu, 16 May 2013 06:29:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-outlines-tourism-plans-for-2015-rugby-world-cup/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-outlines-tourism-plans-for-2015-rugby-world-cup/ As Tournament Organisers, England Rugby 2015 have announced the 12 venues across England which will host matches during Rugby World Cup 2015, national tourist board VisitEngland reiterated its commitment to maximise the benefit from this prestigious sports event for tourism. VisitEngland will work closely with the host destination management organisations, venues, and local authorities to support them in delivering the best possible experience for all visitors.  Sun, 05 May 2013 05:26:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easter-booking-bonanza-for-uk-english-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easter-booking-bonanza-for-uk-english-tourism/ Some 2.7 million Brits - six per cent per cent of the adult population - plan to make the most of the Easter Bank Holiday weekend by taking at least one overnight holiday trip in the UK, according to figures from VisitEngland. Of these 2.5 million people - five per cent – are planning to take that trip in England, according to the latest Trip Tracker survey from the tourism body. Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:20:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-beach-focused-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-beach-focused-campaign/ VisitEngland has launched a new multi-channel marketing campaign designed to boost domestic tourism in 2013 by promoting short breaks in some of England’s most iconic seaside destinations. The campaign is the fifth of six launching from January to March, covering the four key themes of countryside, coast, heritage and culture, funded in part by the government’s Regional Growth Fund. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:35:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-teams-with-blacks-for-new-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-teams-with-blacks-for-new-campaign/ VisitEngland and outdoor specialists Blacks have announced an exciting partnership to promote outdoor breaks in rural England. Domestic overnight holiday trips to rural locations in England were worth £2.2bn in 2011, with day trips contributing an additional £8.7 billion. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:56:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-links-with-lastminute.com-for-new-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-links-with-lastminute.com-for-new-campaign/ VisitEngland, the national tourist board, and leading hotel and travel specialist, lastminute.com, have launched a joint marketing campaign. The programme is designed to encourage consumers to embrace the spontaneity of a last minute getaway by visiting a newly created and booking a short break in England. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 09:15:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rural-theme-for-latest-visitengland-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rural-theme-for-latest-visitengland-campaign/ VisitEngland has launched a new multi-channel marketing campaign designed to boost domestic tourism in 2013 by promoting short breaks in some of England’s most beautiful rural locations. The campaign is the fourth of six launching from January to March, covering the four key themes of countryside, coast, heritage and culture, funded in part by the government’s Regional Growth Fund. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 08:19:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wallace-gromit-join-visitenglands-101-expert-panel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wallace-gromit-join-visitenglands-101-expert-panel/ Due to a phenomenal response to its “101 Things to do before you go abroad” campaign, VisitEngland has enlisted an elite team of fellow experts to help select the cream of the crop. Fri, 22 Feb 2013 23:00:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-tourism-campaign-features-english-beaches/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-tourism-campaign-features-english-beaches/ VisitEngland, the national tourist board, has launched a new multi-channel marketing campaign designed to boost domestic tourism in 2013 by promoting short breaks in some of England’s most spectacular coastal locations. The campaign is the third of six launching from January to March, covering the four key themes of countryside, coast, heritage and culture, funded in part by the government’s Regional Growth Fund. Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:14:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-new-facebook-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-new-facebook-campaign/ Today VisitEngland, the national tourist board, launches a new Facebook App, ‘101 Things To Do Before You Go Abroad’. Designed to inspire the nation to take more holidays in England, the new app will include the best of the very best English experiences.  Tue, 15 Jan 2013 09:56:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-promotes-romantic-breaks-ahead-of-valentines-day/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-promotes-romantic-breaks-ahead-of-valentines-day/ VisitEngland, the national tourist board, today launched a new multi-channel marketing campaign designed to boost domestic tourism in 2013 by highlighting some of England’s most romantic heritage cities. The two-week campaign is the first of six set to launch over the next three months, covering the four key themes of countryside, coast, heritage and culture – in total funded by £1.6million from the government’s Regional Growth Fund, plus additional contributions from businesses and partners in the tourism sector. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 10:42:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-celebrates-100-years-of-musical-heritage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-celebrates-100-years-of-musical-heritage/ Tonight sees the announcement of this year’s BRIT Awards nominees. Since 1977 the awards have celebrated the very best in British music and we wait with baited breath to see this year’s shortlist. Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-partners-with-cottages4you-for-new-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-partners-with-cottages4you-for-new-campaign/ VisitEngland, the national tourist board, and leading holiday rental agency cottages4you, part of the Hoseasons Group, have announced an exciting partnership to promote self-catering holidays in England in 2013. VisitEngland research shows that 60 per cent of British people feel more proud to be British and 20 per cent plan to take more breaks in England as a result of the amazing events of 2012. Thu, 03 Jan 2013 13:20:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-records-spike-in-domestic-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-records-spike-in-domestic-travel/ VisitEngland has released figures revealing the number of domestic overnight holiday trips taken in England in August rose by 13 per cent compared to 2011, with just under eight million trips taken in the month. The latest results from the Great Britain Tourism Survey also show that holiday spend totalled almost £2 billion during August – an increase of 20 per cent compared to the same period last year. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:48:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/james-berresford-chief-executive-visit-england-wtm-20121/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/james-berresford-chief-executive-visit-england-wtm-20121/ James Berresford talks to Breaking Travel News at the World Travel Market 2012. Wed, 07 Nov 2012 09:33:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-new-advertising-campaign-at-world-travel-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-new-advertising-campaign-at-world-travel-market/ Today at World Travel Market in London, VisitEngland announced plans to launch eight marketing campaigns in 2013 to run from January to boost domestic tourism next year. The campaigns will cover the four key themes of countryside, heritage, culture and coastal, and will run in partnership with destinations from all over England as well as national commercial organisations. Thu, 01 Nov 2012 09:26:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-plans-to-grow-domestic-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-plans-to-grow-domestic-tourism/ VisitEngland’s chairman Viscountess Cobham has revealed the national tourist board’s plans to further grow tourism in England by working more closely with the travel trade. Unveiling a raft of activity aimed at inspiring and educating travel agents to sell more holidays at home, Lady Cobham urged the trade to get behind the tourist board and support domestic tourism. Sat, 13 Oct 2012 13:15:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-welcomes-announcement-of-2m-additional-funding-for-domestic-to/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-welcomes-announcement-of-2m-additional-funding-for-domestic-to/ The additional £2million, to be awarded by Government, will be used by VisitEngland to further stimulate the short break market working in conjunction with the travel trade. Wed, 05 Sep 2012 17:30:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-accessibility-guide-as-london-gears-up-for-paralympic/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-accessibility-guide-as-london-gears-up-for-paralympic/ On the day of the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Paralympic Games, VisitEngland has launched a new online guide designed to help destinations attract more visitors with access needs by providing access information on their websites.  Thu, 30 Aug 2012 07:30:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-local-marketing-campaigns/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-local-marketing-campaigns/ VisitEngland has announced the start of a new partnership project to deliver local destination marketing and thematic campaigns throughout the country.  The three-year project, ‘Growing Tourism Locally’, will generate £365 million in additional tourism spend and has been funded by £19.8 million from the government’s Regional Growth Fund with contributions from VisitEngland and the private sector.  Tue, 28 Aug 2012 07:54:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-rolls-out-41m-tourism-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-rolls-out-41m-tourism-campaign/ VisitEngland is launching a new partnership project which designed to inspire Britons to take more holidays at home. The new campaign aims to create 9,100 jobs, generating £365 million in additional spending over the next three years. Tue, 21 Aug 2012 11:18:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-announces-its-2013-travel-trends/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-announces-its-2013-travel-trends/ Literatours, Sci-Fi Adventures, the Kate effect, Horrible Histories and set-jetting (still!) will be among the key travel trends of 2013, according to the national tourist board, VisitEngland. Thu, 26 Jul 2012 18:00:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/penrose-launches-latest-visitengland-pink-book/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/penrose-launches-latest-visitengland-pink-book/ VisitEngland has launched the latest version of The Pink Book - a comprehensive guide covering everything operators need to know about running an accommodation business. The guide has been completely updated for 2012 and contains practical information for tourist accommodation - from obtaining entertainment and alcohol licences to food hygiene, and health and safety. Thu, 26 Jul 2012 09:13:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/green-and-pleasant-land-inspires-greatest-show-on-earth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/green-and-pleasant-land-inspires-greatest-show-on-earth/ Artistic director Danny Boyle has revealed that the £27million London 2012 opening ceremony will be ‘British Countryside’ themed. Wed, 27 Jun 2012 02:30:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-prepare-for-jubilee-holidays/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millions-of-brits-prepare-for-jubilee-holidays/ As many as four million Brits plan to make the most of the forthcoming double bank holiday weekend by taking at least one overnight stay in the UK, with 3.4 million people planning to take that trip in England. That is according to VisitEngland’s Diamond Jubilee Trip Tracker, which predicts the trend will generate some £700million in tourism spend for the UK economy, just under £600million of which will be spent in England. Thu, 31 May 2012 10:50:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/englands-domestic-tourism-industry-kicks-off-2012-with-5-increase/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/englands-domestic-tourism-industry-kicks-off-2012-with-5-increase/ VisitEngland, the national tourist board, has released figures revealing that 5.4 million domestic overnight trips were taken in England in January this year - an increase of 5% compared to 2011. Tue, 15 May 2012 17:30:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-marks-100-days-to-the-olympic-games-with-its-top-five-winning/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-marks-100-days-to-the-olympic-games-with-its-top-five-winning/ The 2012 Olympic sailing events are taking place in Weymouth, home to the best sailing waters in Northern Europe, according to the Royal Yachting Association. You can take to the waves yourself with SailLaser, where classes range from beginners to race training. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:00:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-records-strong-staycation-trend/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-records-strong-staycation-trend/ VisitEngland has released figures revealing that over 104 million domestic overnight trips were taken in England last year – an increase of nine per cent compared to 2010 and the highest number of trips since the survey began in 2006. Total spend rose by 13 per cent year on year, representing almost £18 billion. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 08:02:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-new-holiday-ideas-android-app/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-launches-new-holiday-ideas-android-app/ VisitEngland has launched a new Android version of its official Enjoy England app. The new version is free to download and provides over 1,000 up-to-the-minute ideas for unmissable destinations and attractions across the country, enabling more smartphone users than ever before to plan the perfect day trip or holiday in England. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:38:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-and-disabledgo-launch-online-disability-awareness-course/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-and-disabledgo-launch-online-disability-awareness-course/ VisitEngland, the national tourist board, today launched a new online training course to help tourism businesses deliver excellent service to disabled customers. Sat, 31 Mar 2012 00:00:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-the-search-is-on-for-englands-biggest-fan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-the-search-is-on-for-englands-biggest-fan/ VisitEngland, the country’s national tourist board has launched a nationwide campaign to find England’s biggest fan for an all-expenses paid 70-day trip around the country. The organisation is looking for a budding travel writer / broadcaster / social networker who is passionate about England, and likes nothing more than exploring the country and passing on their experiences. Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-celebrates-success-of-inaugural-tourism-week/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-celebrates-success-of-inaugural-tourism-week/ VisitEngland, the national tourist board, has reported the success of the first English Tourism Week. The national initiative was designed to raise the profile and importance of tourism, and showcase the value of the industry to both local communities and the economy. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 08:06:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hrh-prince-of-wales-to-be-patron-of-english-tourism-week/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hrh-prince-of-wales-to-be-patron-of-english-tourism-week/ VisitEngland, the national tourist board, today launched the first ever English Tourism Week with the exciting news that His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales will be the event’s Patron for the next year. Sat, 17 Mar 2012 17:30:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-importance-of-domestic-visitors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-importance-of-domestic-visitors/ As English Tourism Week begins, VisitEngland, the national tourist board has announced findings from the first survey of its kind on the importance of day visits to the domestic tourism industry. Also today, the UK and Europe’s biggest visitor attraction operator, Merlin Entertainments has linked VisitEngland to launch their first ever joint marketing campaign. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 11:29:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-slams-4-visitengland-ad-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/government-slams-4-visitengland-ad-campaign/ Following the launch of the Government’s latest £4m advertising campaign to encourage Brits to holiday at home this year, ABTA has warned that the campaign might fall on deaf ears, according to the results its latest YouGov poll. Fri, 09 Mar 2012 07:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-rolls-out-5m-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-rolls-out-5m-campaign/ VisitEngland and the Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt, Secretary of State for Culture Media, Sport and the Olympics, have launched the tourist board’s biggest ever domestic tourism campaign which aims to boost tourism throughout the UK. The new television ad, which will air today, is part of a three year, £24 million marketing strategy which seeks to generate £480m by 2015. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:35:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/operators-aim-to-make-englands-airports-most-welcoming-in-the-world/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/operators-aim-to-make-englands-airports-most-welcoming-in-the-world/ VisitEngland, the national tourist board, in February held a seminar for representatives from airports across England from Manchester to Newquay, to discuss the important subject of welcoming visitors ahead of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.  The first of its kind, the seminar was opened by the Minister for Tourism and Heritage, John Penrose MP. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-records-strong-increase-in-domestic-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-records-strong-increase-in-domestic-tourism/ Figures released today by VisitEngland, the national tourist board, reveal the number of domestic overnight trips taken in England in September last year grew by 22 per cent compared to 2010, while spend increased by 13 per cent. Holiday trips in particular were up by 19 per cent during September and visits to friends and relatives grew by 33 per cent, most probably boosted by the unusually warm weather enjoyed across the country. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:31:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-increase-in-domestic-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-reveals-increase-in-domestic-tourism/ VisitEngland has revealed the number of overnight domestic holiday trips in England increased by four per cent year on year between January and August this year. The national tourist board also announced domestic tourism spend grew by 12 per cent. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:59:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hunt-launches-visitengland-campaign-at-wtm-2011/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hunt-launches-visitengland-campaign-at-wtm-2011/ Jeremy Hunt, the secretary of state for culture, Olympics, media and sport has launched VisitEngland’s 2012 holiday-at-home marketing campaign. The three-year campaign will kick off in February next year with a TV advertisement and is aimed at inspiring Britons to take more short-breaks in England. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 03:02:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-visitors-offered-chance-to-pick-up-their-own-royal-wedding-dress/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-visitors-offered-chance-to-pick-up-their-own-royal-wedding-dress/ The wedding dress worn by Kate Middleton during her marriage to Prince William earlier this year is presently on display at Buckingham Palace, with visitors now offered the chance to purchase a replica doll for the first time. Also in the UK today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to London. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 08:24:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-holiday-attractions-boosted-visitor-number-increase/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/english-holiday-attractions-boosted-visitor-number-increase/ VisitEngland has revealed attractions across the country saw a three per cent increase in admission numbers during 2010. Over the course of the year, non-charging attractions saw numbers increase by six per cent, with paid-for attractions reporting a decline of one per cent. Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:39:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-unveils-iphone-application/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visitengland-unveils-iphone-application/ VisitEngland has launched its first official IPhone application to inspire users to make the most of their time in England, whether they are planning a trip or are already in their destination. Sat, 21 May 2011 06:00:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gets-green-map/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gets-green-map/ London’s green restaurants, hotels, cafes and attractions have been listed on a handy, pocket-sized map in a new initiative launched by VisitEngland,  greentraveller.co.uk, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Visit London. Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:28:37 +0000