VisitBritain reports rise in UK holidays

VisitBritain, the national tourism agency, yesterday reported a 3% rise in inbound holiday visits in 2009, bucking the global trend. The weak pound has been a key influencer on travel in 2009 and resulted in a dramatic 25% improvement in the tourism balance of payments deficit, equivalent to £5 billion, as 15% fewer Britons have [...]

Seaside Revival

More then £200 million is being invested in the north-east town of Scarborough in an attempt to restore the seaside resort to its former popularity. with 2020 having been set as the target date, local authority plans include a new conference and incentive centre, developments in higher and further education, a new business park expected [...]