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news updated: 20 Nov 2011

DD&G update and opportunities: November 2011

November news from Destination Dumfries & Galloway--Tourist Conference 21 November, Accommodation Providers, 7 Stanes Shop and TIS update etc.

D&G Tourism Conference 21st November 2011: Collaboration not Competition

in association with Destination Dumfries & Galloway, Dumfries & Galloway Council and VisitScotland

 

Registration will be open until 12pm Friday 18th November for the forthcoming Dumfries and Galloway Tourism Conference.  Please click here for more information, including the full agenda, and you can register online: www.surveymonkey.com/s/N3B87F3

 

The Association of Dumfries & Galloway Accommodation Providers

"We are a non-profit making group of over 130 accommodation providers including Hotels, B&Bs, Guest Houses, Self-Caterers & Caravan Parks, dedicated to increasing tourism business for all our members and the whole of Dumfries and Galloway. We are probably the largest constituted group in the tourism sector, and as such have a powerful voice in promoting the interests of this region.

 

"There is an initial joining fee of £20, with annual membership of £40. As a special limited offer to DD&G subscribers we will waive the one off joining fee if you join before the end of 2011; simply quote 'DDG11/11' in your application and a payment of £40 will secure your membership of ADGAP until the end of 2012."

 

Please select this link for the full article from ADGAP

 

 

7stanes shop opens for business

The 7stanes Mountain Biking Community Interest Company (CIC) launched its online shop in October, and within 20 minutes had received its first order.

Select this link for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

TIS Update October/November

  • Out now!  Sailing Tourism in Scotland guide; ‘TIS TV’ takes to the airwaves
  • Looking for guidance on how to use technology to develop your business?
  • Keep your Ear to the Ground for the latest intelligence-sharing ideas
  • Catch up on all the latest news from across the tourism industry
  • Join our LinkedIn network to stay ahead of the game

Click here for full information

 

 

Scottish Thistle Awards undergo major transformation

 

The new look Scottish Thistle Awards have been announced, with entries opening on 15 November 2011. Click here for the full article

 

News on www.dgtourism4business.co.uk

 

Select this link for D&G tourism related news

 

 

Events

 

Click here to view all current and forthcoming tourism related events/forums/conferences/training/visitor events (etc) taking place in Dumfries and Galloway.

 

Recent additions include: Wild Scotland Conference 6 December; Scottish Tourism Forum Open Meeting 7 December

 

(have an event? click here to register on dgtourism4business.co.uk to upload your events details, connect to other tourism businesses, organisations, suppliers, post bulletins, start discussions, access the Business Toolkit ...)

 

 

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All best,

DD&G Project Manager

inga@destinationdg.co.uk

0783 360 1588

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