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Booking.com reveals top travel predictions for 2022

8th November 2021

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In its most extensive travel predictions research to date, Booking.com. the digital travel leader reveals a renewed sense of optimism fuelling a hunger to embrace the new normal and get back out to fully experience the world in the year ahead.

Along with practically every aspect of our lives, the course of travel has been redefined repeatedly over the past year and a half, with seismic shifts propelling us towards a continuously evolving version of the ‘new normal.’ A deepening and increasingly complex relationship with technology, a heightened awareness of the human impact on the planet and a renewed inspiration to take a stand on the important social justice movements of our time has made the world feel smaller and at the same time, infinitely vast. And while COVID-19 is not yet in the rearview mirror, an indefatigable sense of hope is beginning to take its place. To explore this rolling wave of optimism, Booking.com has commissioned extensive research with more than 24,000 travellers across 31 countries and territories1, combining it with its proprietary data and insights as a digital travel leader for the past 25 years, to predict how travel will continue to be redefined in the year ahead. 

2022 will be the year to make the most of unpredictability and start making up for lost holiday time in a big way, with over half (55%) of UK travellers feeling like they need to do so. Booking.com’s predictions reveal how Brits will be reigniting the travel spark in the upcoming year. Whether it’s as an essential part of a self-care regime or the thrill of just saying yes to whatever travel opportunities and experiences come their way, it’s all about seizing the day in 2022 and making every trip matter.

The below findings are based on UK respondents. You can find the global report here.

1.     Vitamin Vacay

More so than daily exercise or mindful meditation, getting away on holiday will become THE form of self-care in 2022, with almost three-quarters of Brits (74%) affirming that travel helps their mental and emotional wellbeing more than other forms of rest and relaxation. After more than a year of ever-evolving travel restrictions, the important benefits that travel has on health and wellbeing are now being acknowledged, with two thirds (66%) saying they didn’t realize how important travel was to their well-being until it was no longer an option, and 84% saying that having a holiday planned has a positive impact on their emotional wellbeing. 

What makes travel the ideal form of wellness? For almost one in five Brits (18%), stepping outside of their comfort zone is the key to why getting away enables them to reset. Of that 18%, over two thirds (67%) say that staying somewhere with different scenery from what they are used to helps them to recharge, alongside over half (58%) stating that it’s experiencing a new way of life. For some, it’s trying new cuisines (55%) or hearing a new language (35%) that helps them feel rejuvenated. After more than 18 months of Groundhog Days, a double dose of different is just what the doctor ordered, and will ensure travellers come back from their trips in 2022 feeling better than before.

2.     Resetting the Out Of (Home) Office

When the pandemic hit, homes across the globe became our offices too, and the novelty of working remotely was realized. However, in 2022 we’ll see a significant rise in people wanting to take back control in a bid to firmly re-establish a healthy work-life balance as holiday time itself will be strictly work-free for more than half of British travellers (52%) in 2022, which wasn’t always the case in 2021 with home and remote work lives blurred.

Despite the flexibility to work remotely, 68% of people from the UK would rather spend less time on holiday if it meant they could completely switch off in 2022 vs. spend more time in the destination, but having to mix business and leisure. And with 49% of people claiming to have worked more hours using fewer holiday days during the pandemic, expect to see more people setting their well-deserved out of (home) office messages in 2022.

3.     All the First-Time Feels 

While many of us have forgotten where our passport is or even just how to pack, all that out-of-practice travel awkwardness will give way to a genuine sense of delight for even the most routine aspects of our trips in 2022. Remember what it was like to board a plane for the very first time? Or even just to check into a hotel? After feeling ‘stuck’ for so long, rather than rushing through the journey, travellers will be relishing every moment, from fine-tuning the playlist for the rental car to browsing the delicacies duty-free has to offer, with almost a fifth (17%) most looking forward to the pure excitement and anticipation as the journey begins. 

The formerly mundane daydreaming out the train window as the scenery whizzes by or getting lost in a maze of winding cobblestone streets to pick up the keys for your holiday apartment will be sheer bliss for the almost three-quarters (74%) of people who say travel is more enjoyable when the journey feels like part of the trip itself. Each ‘first’ of our trips in 2022 will be a moment to savour, with a majority of travellers saying that simple pleasures such as feeling the sun on their skin (83%) or seeing a body of water of some kind instantly improves their mood for the better (82%). Even the uncertainty of navigating public transportation in a new city in a foreign language is something nearly half (47%) say they’ll enjoy. After such a long period of limited options, recapturing that first-time feel and leaning in to every single moment will be a hallmark of trips in 2022. 

4.     Community First 

As restrictions caused travel to slow in many parts of the world, the pandemic forced us to make the most of what was on our doorsteps. From supporting independently owned businesses to spending more time than ever at the neighbourhood park, our relationship with the community around us has rekindled.  In 2022, this desire to connect authentically with the local community will continue on holiday too, as we seek to be more mindful about every trip we take and ensure our impact on the places we visit and the people who live there is positive.

Over half (54%) of people agree it’s important that their trip is beneficial to the local community at their destination and 48% would appreciate an app or website that provides recommendations on destinations where an increase in tourism would have a positive impact on the local community. Furthermore, looking at global travellers, 68%3 want the money that they spend when travelling to go back to the local community and 73%3 want to have authentic experiences that are representative of the local culture.

Inspired by the important social justice movements of our time, in 2022 travellers will do more research into how well the place they are staying supports local businesses (35%) or how their tourism spend will affect or improve local communities (21%), signifying a new desire to do right by the people who call our favourite vacay destinations home. 

5.     Swipe Right on New Places and Faces

For many, the pandemic meant spending an extended and intense period with our closest friends and loved ones, but holidays in 2022 will be an opportunity to branch out and make some new connections. As over half (51%) want to meet new people while away, we expect to see travellers using their holidays as an opportunity to expand their usual social circles, with 57% of UK travellers looking forward to socializing while on holiday and 39% wanting to stay somewhere close to plenty of nightlife options so that they can meet new people. 

Tired of swiping through the same faces for the past year and a half, people will also be making use of their favourite dating apps while on vacay in 2022 with travel providing an exciting opportunity to find love. We predict a resurgence of holiday romances, with over a third (36%) hoping for one on their next trip. But the romance doesn’t have to stop when parting ways at the end of the trip thanks to video calls becoming part of our everyday lives, meaning we expect to see more than a few of these holiday romances turn into the real deal.  

6.     Just Say Yes

After so long of being told “no” travellers are reclaiming a more positive way of thinking for 2022. In fact, 74% will be shirking all of the structure they’ve been contending with, preferring a holiday where they stay flexible and just go with the flow vs. having a well-planned itinerary full of activities. The coming year will bring the very best of improv to travel, with us responding to each unexpected twist and turn in the trip with an emphatic “yes, and…”

To that end, nearly two-thirds (62%) agree they will say yes to any holiday opportunity if budget allows. And for the 39% that have been saving their pennies by not taking any big trips since the pandemic started, money is no object for the trips they will take in 2022. More than half (53%) are more open to different types of holiday than before the pandemic and 65% won’t mind where they go on holiday as long as it’s the type of trip they want, they’re just happy to be away from home. In 2022, tech will play a key role in supporting spontaneity with increased optionality to book on the go and the flexibility to adapt plans and follow where the adventure leads. In fact, 40% are looking to the latest travel technology innovations to offer a ‘wildcard’ or surprise option of a completely new travel experience that’s suggested based on their past preferences or budget to help them seize every new potential opportunity. 

Adopting such a positive mentality will open up even more of the world to travellers than ever before, with many taking a more adventurous approach to their holiday choices, and maybe even their companions. When it comes to travel buddies, they’ll be looking for those that “just say yes” as well, with half (50%) of travellers are looking to travel with those who are also happy to go with the flow. 

7.     Embracing the Unpredictable

Uncertainty will continue to be a constant in travel in 2022, and while we cannot change or predict every new surprise and challenge that fate has in store for us, we will embrace it. Having leaned on technology in a variety of ways to stay connected and inspired over the past year and a half, our favourite apps will continue to help us navigate the unknown on our trips, with well over half (56%) agreeing that technology helps alleviate the anxiety around travelling. From AI-powered instant translation services that make it easier for travellers to negotiate last-minute changes of plan directly with accommodation hosts and rental car providers who don’t speak the same language to machine learning models that automatically inform our host about a late arrival to their beach cottage due to a delayed flight, technology will continue to smooth out the unforeseen bumps in the road with increasing finesse and proactivity. Because of this, we expect to see even wider adoption of predictive technologies which can help travellers make more informed decisions, especially considering that two thirds would be interested in an innovative service that could predict which countries will be safe to travel to (60%), even months in advance, or automatically suggest destinations which are easy to travel to now based on their country’s and the destination’s current COVID-19 requirements (60%). 

No matter how accurate any machine learning predictions might be, in order for everyone to truly embrace our new unpredictable normal, the broader travel industry will continue to prioritize flexibility, as travellers rank reassurance that they won’t lose money (46%), the ability to cancel accommodation free of charge (37%) and ability reschedule free of charge (37%) as the top three most important priorities.  

Arjan Dijk, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, at Booking.com comments: “As we look towards the year ahead, we’re seeing a lot of excitement and anticipation for people to return to travel, whether it’s domestically, abroad, the trip of a lifetime or just saying yes to whatever travel opportunity comes their way, and it’s our mission to make it easier for everyone to do just that. We will be there for travellers - offering the widest choice, great value and the easiest experience from anywhere and on any device - so people can reclaim their travel mojo and enjoy all of the unforgettable experiences this world has to offer.”
For a deeper dive into Booking.com’s travel predictions for 2022, visit https://www.booking.com/c/trends/travelpredictions2022.html

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  • Latest updates for businesses affected by COVID-19 from VisitBritain/Visit England19-01-2021
  • New mental wellbeing service for Devon businesses launching in January08-01-2021
  • Coronavirus Business Impact Survey08-01-2021
  • Meet tour operators and travel buyers at Britain and Ireland Marketplace (BIM) 202107-01-2021
  • Sign up for free webinar on Coach Tourism07-01-2021
  • Applications to attend ExploreGB Virtual are now open07-01-2021
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director05-01-2021

December 2020

  • Changes to England's Tier Covid restrictions31-12-2020
  • Latest updates from VisitBritain and VisitEngland15-12-2020
  • Get top tips on welcoming disabled visitors10-12-2020
  • Images and footage of Britain wanted10-12-2020
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director02-12-2020

November 2020

  • Devon is in tier 2 - announced today26-11-2020
  • Tourism Society announce Think Tank webinar series26-11-2020
  • Get the latest official guidance during COVID-19 26-11-2020
  • Share your England news for 202126-11-2020
  • New MeetEngland business events recovery video26-11-2020
  • Annual travel trade event, ExploreGB, goes virtual for 202126-11-2020
  • Google Digital Garage - Create Videos with YouTube24-11-2020
  • Chance for businesses to join Made in Devon for a year for FREE20-11-2020
  • Register for Visit England webinars now 19-11-2020
  • Visit Devon Members update - November 12-11-2020
  • Devon tops searches as staycation destination12-11-2020
  • Are you ready for Brexit? 12-11-2020
  • Promote your accessible experiences with Rosie Jones12-11-2020
  • Join business events and webinars this December12-11-2020
  • Be part of Escape The Everyday at Home12-11-2020
  • Visit Devon joins the Great South West Tourism Partnership02-11-2020
  • Update from Sally Everton, Visit Devon Director02-11-2020

October 2020

  • The Tier System, Factsheet and FAQs from UK Hospitality and partners15-10-2020
  • Ian Stuart 1st August 1964 – 3rd October 202015-10-2020
  • Covid 19 Business Impact Survey14-10-2020
  • Update from Sally Everton, Visit Devon Director14-10-2020
  • Are you Good to Go? 08-10-2020
  • Take part in the Escape the Everyday autumn campaign08-10-2020
  • Register for new business recovery, business events and travel trade webinars08-10-2020

September 2020

  • Latest communication from Visit Devon24-09-2020
  • New partnership with Be the Business to help fuel economic recovery24-09-2020
  • Latest guidance from UK Government11-09-2020
  • Free allergen awareness webinars for businesses11-09-2020

August 2020

  • Only one month left to enter South West Tourism Awards 19-08-2020
  • Only one month left to enter South West Tourism Awards 19-08-2020
  • Free training: Get Started with Analytics with Google Digital Garage14-08-2020
  • Latest updates for businesses affected by COVID-1914-08-2020
  • Guidance on holidays in areas with local coronavirus restrictions from Visit Englanfd11-08-2020
  • Updates from Visit England RE Covid-1903-08-2020

July 2020

  • Latest COVID-19 updates and guidance for businesses from Visit England31-07-2020

June 2020

  • Today's Webinar with PASCUK - getting ready to open24-06-2020
  • Re-opening your Restaurant, Casual Dining, Quick Service, Café or Coffee Shop business safely and producing your risk assessment09-06-2020
  • Re-opening your visitor attraction and producing your Risk Assessment09-06-2020
  • Reopening guidelines for Accommodation09-06-2020
  • Government Working Safely During COVID-19 Guidelines09-06-2020
  • Government Working Safely During COVID-19 Guidelines09-06-2020
  • A brief guide to reopening01-06-2020

May 2020

  • English Tourism Week 202018-05-2020

April 2020

  • Councils In Devon Support Cornwall’s Call for Visitors to Stay Away This Easter06-04-2020
  • Covid-19 update from PASC UK06-04-2020
  • Latest COVID-19 updates: 3 April 202003-04-2020

March 2020

  • Statement from the cabinet office regarding Covid-19 FAQs26-03-2020
  • Fill in survey to monitor Covid-19 effects on business24-03-2020
  • Support for businesses and employees affected by COVID-1923-03-2020
  • Tourism Superstar 2020 finalists revealed09-03-2020
  • Latest information for tourism businesses: Covid-1909-03-2020
  • New flood guidance published09-03-2020
  • VisitEngland reveals details of new Awards for Excellence event09-03-2020
  • Applications are now open for local tourism awards09-03-2020
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director04-03-2020

February 2020

  • CDS Launches New Procurement Process24-02-2020
  • Devon and Plymouth Chamber Sign Memorandum of Understanding24-02-2020
  • Heart of the South West announce Cornerstone Employers project24-02-2020
  • Celebrating 50 Years of British Tourism20-02-2020
  • Latest news from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport18-02-2020
  • How well do you know the South West Coast? Become an Ambassador!13-02-2020
  • Brexit reassurance assets for travel industry released06-02-2020
  • New Peppa Pig campign to encourage families to holiday in the UK06-02-2020

January 2020

  • Update from Sally Everton - Director30-01-2020
  • New board members for BTA and Visit England23-01-2020
  • Tourism and the plastic free challenge22-01-2020
  • Start planning for English Tourism Week 2020 09-01-2020
  • VisitBritain reveals predictions for tourism in 202006-01-2020
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director03-01-2020

December 2019

  • Give your views in Rural Enterprise Exmoor Survey17-12-2019
  • Heart of the South West LEP Appoints New Chair and Board Members17-12-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director03-12-2019
  • VisitEngland Day Trip Survey results released02-12-2019

November 2019

  • Get involved in the #MyMicrogap campaign in December28-11-2019
  • Registration opens for ExploreGB and Northern Ireland 202028-11-2019
  • Visit Devon announces new board members08-11-2019
  • Visit Devon in America05-11-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director04-11-2019

October 2019

  • VisitBritain’s global travel trade event to be held in Belfast in 2020 31-10-2019
  • Download the latest report on inbound visitors with health conditions or impairments31-10-2019
  • New visitor stats reveal increase in global travellers21-10-2019
  • Are you prepared for Brexit? 21-10-2019
  • GET READY FOR BREXIT03-10-2019
  • Discounted managers training courses02-10-2019
  • Looking to expand into international markets?01-10-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director01-10-2019

September 2019

  • Book now for the new TMI annual convention19-09-2019
  • Find out more about inbound tourism from France19-09-2019
  • Free training to help your business become international-ready19-09-2019
  • Highlights from the recent Tourism Sector Deal Conference19-09-2019
  • Introducing new Minister for Tourism19-09-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director01-09-2019

August 2019

  • US sales mission & VEMEX 2019. Partnership / Representation Opportunities. October 201931-08-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director02-08-2019
  • Members Opportunities01-08-2019

July 2019

  • Purple Tuesday is coming25-07-2019
  • Free training available to those wanting to welcome international visitors25-07-2019
  • Gateway to the WestCountry to attract Businesses 15-07-2019
  • Help influence the area’s future 03-07-2019
  • 2018 Inbound Visitor Stats02-07-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director01-07-2019

June 2019

  • Tourism Sector Deal a “game changer”28-06-2019
  • Nominations are open for the Blue Badge Access Awards14-06-2019
  • Seminars to help you boost your Business with FSB and Facebook14-06-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director03-06-2019
  • Rebecca Pow MP named as new addition to tourism department03-06-2019

May 2019

  • Unite against Dementia20-05-2019
  • Event Highlights for Visit Britain’s latest events20-05-2019
  • Tourism industry gears up for event promoting Britain to the world03-05-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director03-05-2019

April 2019

  • TOURISM AWARDS ORGANISERS WIN TOP ACCOLADE18-04-2019
  • Report shows more than 7million are planning a staycation this Easter18-04-2019
  • Are you getting involved with English Tourism Week?04-04-2019
  • 2019’s B&B Week a huge success! 04-04-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director04-04-2019

March 2019

  • Devon’s Top Attractions Spruce up Devon!28-03-2019
  • Spaces for free Business Festival nearly gone!25-03-2019
  • Have your say on the Consumer Contracts Review21-03-2019
  • Sign up to TMI Hot Topic 201921-03-2019
  • VisitEngland launches new awards 21-03-2019
  • WORKSHOPS ANNOUNCED FOR ‘NEW LOOK’ TOURISM AWARDS14-03-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director05-03-2019
  • Prepare your business for EU Exit05-03-2019
  • 2019 inbound tourism forecast05-03-2019
  • I Travel For highlights unexpected experiences to audiences in France05-03-2019
  • Do you want to be represented at Visit Devon's next Meet GB meeting?05-03-2019

February 2019

  • Domestic overnight stays survey results11-02-2019
  • Latest Day Visits results11-02-2019
  • Inspiring Chinese visitors to coming to the UK11-02-2019
  • West Country Tourism Conference01-02-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director01-02-2019

January 2019

  • New technology installed at Sandy Park31-01-2019
  • Rockfish – “a force for good” says Gary Jolliffe28-01-2019
  • Show your love for Devon this Valentine’s at Springboard for Tourism25-01-2019
  • Submit your events for English Tourism Week now24-01-2019
  • Opportunities for members targeting the Dutch market04-01-2019
  • Member opportunities for trade shows etc 02-01-2019
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director01-01-2019

December 2018

  • Millions of Brits plan a trip in the UK during festive season bringing £2.6 billion boost to the economy20-12-2018
  • Enter the Awards for Excellence18-12-2018
  • Meet GB registeration now open18-12-2018
  • Advice on food labelling18-12-2018
  • Free advice to help grow your business18-12-2018
  • Conference Supporting British Pubs coming soon06-12-2018
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director01-12-2018

November 2018

  • Visit Britain Business Events23-11-2018
  • MyMicrogap – VisitEngland’s new domestic campaign01-11-2018

October 2018

  • Update from Sally Everton - Director30-10-2018
  • SOUTH WEST TOURISM ALLIANCE CONFERENCE25-10-2018
  • ROSE Award winners revealed18-10-2018
  • Update from Sally Everton – Director10-10-2018
  • Over £1 billion generated by tourism businesses10-10-2018
  • Get involved with English Tourism Week04-10-2018

September 2018

  • New projects chosen to gain funding from £40 million Discover England Fund24-09-2018
  • Salcombe Gin launch next in their Voyager Series 12-09-2018
  • Networking events coming to Devon12-09-2018
  • Phase One of Tiverton East Urban Extension Complete03-09-2018
  • Update from Sally Everton - Director01-09-2018

August 2018

  • See the latest results from the GB Day Visits Survey09-08-2018
  • Annual Attractions Survey shows growth 09-08-2018
  • MPs back call for level playing field for Air BnB properties03-08-2018
  • Update from Sally Everton - General Manager03-08-2018
  • Visit Devon Launches Microsite for North Devon01-08-2018

July 2018

  • Come along to the TMI Annual Convention 201812-07-2018
  • Deadline is approaching for VIBE12-07-2018
  • Update from Sally Everton - General Manager01-07-2018

June 2018

  • South West Lakes Trust to Celebrate Armed Forces Day at Roadford Lake14-06-2018
  • Get this date in your diary if you're in the tourism industry14-06-2018
  • Book your place for VIBE now14-06-2018
  • Business workshops coming to Devon11-06-2018
  • Workshops for coastal businesses looking for more out of season visitors!08-06-2018
  • Would you like advice on managing sick pay and leave? 04-06-2018
  • Latest results are in from the Great Britain Day Visits Survey04-06-2018

May 2018

  • Tourism Awards deadline extended 18-05-2018
  • Here's all you need to know about GDPR18-05-2018
  • Training Courses for Devon Tourism Businesses15-05-2018
  • Discount on course to help grow your business15-05-2018
  • VisitEngland celebrate cream of England’s tourism industry03-05-2018
  • Sevices for Tourism celebrates their 10th anniversary03-05-2018
  • SOUTH WEST TOURISM ALLIANCE CONFERENCE 201801-05-2018
  • Update from Sally Everton - General Manager01-05-2018

April 2018

  • Visit Devon CIC Members Update. incl. Annual General Meeting26-04-2018
  • SOUTH WEST TOPS THE COUNTRY24-04-2018

March 2018

  • Extra GWR train capacity for South West29-03-2018
  • Green light for £18m upgrade to M5 junction 2529-03-2018
  • Update from Sally Everton - General Manager29-03-2018
  • Stuart Line Cruises & World of Country Life invite you to our Joint Celebration Open Day28-03-2018
  • Visit Devon Tourism Awards 2018/1926-03-2018
  • #ExtremeCreamTea - get involved and get exposure!26-03-2018
  • Free Devon Business Growth Day 20-03-2018
  • How's Business -South West Research 05-03-2018
  • Partnership Opportunities 05-03-2018
  • FREE business events around the theme of innovation02-03-2018
  • Funding for Coastal Communities, £40m national fund announced01-03-2018
  • Grants for Tourism & Food Processing01-03-2018
  • An update from our General Manager Sally Everton01-03-2018

February 2018

  • Membership Pack21-02-2018
  • VisitEngland announces winners of attractions accolades14-02-2018
  • Partnership Opportunities 201801-02-2018
  • An update from our General Manager Sally Everton01-02-2018

January 2018

  • Tourists to UK forecast to spend record level in 201830-01-2018
  • New research by VisitBritain/VisitEngland details travel and spending behaviour of Business Events delegates28-01-2018
  • English Tourism Week: 17-25 March 201823-01-2018
  • A December update from our General Manager03-01-2018

December 2017

  • Sign up to Be My Guest, the new free roadshow for accommodation providers 19-12-2017
  • Latest winners announced for tourism product development fund13-12-2017
  • A November update from our General Manager02-12-2017

November 2017

  • English Tourism Week28-11-2017
  • Regional Spread of Inbound Tourism Report 201628-11-2017
  • Member Opportunities13-11-2017
  • A October update from our General Manager - Sally Everton13-11-2017

October 2017

  • What World of Country Life think about Visit Devon30-10-2017
  • VisitBritain/VisitEngland Annual Review Launch 2016/1710-10-2017
  • ‘Managing Your Reputation Online’ Training Course – for Devon Tourism Businesses | 8th November, Dartington Hall10-10-2017
  • An update from our General Manager - Sally Everton10-10-2017
  • Sign up for Family Attraction Expo 201705-10-2017
  • Book your ticket for Holiday Park and Resort Innovation 201705-10-2017
  • July 2017 sees the highest results for inbound visits and spend 05-10-2017
  • Sign up for MEET GB05-10-2017
  • Get involved in English Tourism Week: 17-25 March 201805-10-2017
  • After tomorrow – spotlight on the future challenges in tourism marketing03-10-2017

September 2017

  • Another fabulous Devon piece in The Guardian07-09-2017

August 2017

  • Members case studies31-08-2017
  • Don't miss your place in the Visit Devon Guide 201831-08-2017
  • NEW Online Ticketing now available on Visit Devon31-08-2017
  • More options are now available to show your availability on Visit Devon31-08-2017
  • How we help our B&B's24-08-2017
  • Don't miss some of the key industry events coming up23-08-2017
  • Free Google training for coastal businesses 23-08-2017
  • Send us your content for Paddington 223-08-2017
  • Get involved in VisitEngland’s new 'Join the World' campaign22-08-2017
  • An update from our General Manager - Sally Everton15-08-2017
  • Final Mile best practice guidelines14-08-2017
  • Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions: Latest results06-08-2017
  • Germans who flock to south west confused over difference between Devon and Cornwall (there's plenty!)05-08-2017
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