Tag: Tourist Industry



UK Tourism hits Record High One Year after Olympics

Posted on 19 August, 2013 by Kirsten Kennedy under Economy

There has been much debate over the Olympic legacy in the UK, with some critics still claiming that the huge expense of playing host to the Games cannot be recouped quickly. However, recent figures showing a boost in tourism this summer certainly indicates... Read More

Belfast Hotel Bookings Surge

Posted on 7 May, 2013 by MOVEHUT under Business News

New tourism figures revealed that almost one million hotel rooms were booked in Belfast last year. The total sales represented a 14 per cent increase on the previous 12 months, with an accompanying 18 per cent growth in revenue generated by hoteliers,... Read More

Overseas Visitors Splash the Cash in UK Shops

Posted on 10 March, 2013 by MOVEHUT under Economy

The high street may be buried in recession-related gloom; however Britain remains one of the world's most preferred destinations for overseas shoppers looking to splash their cash. Findings released by the national tourism agency, VisitBritain, shows... Read More