Tourism

Why choose us for Tourism?

Our academic staff are active in supporting the tourism sector across Scotland and beyond in areas as diverse as sustainability, e-tourism and food and drink. Specialist centres include Edinburgh Institute for Festival and Event Management and the Centre for the Study of Planned Events.

We can offer your business:

• A proven track record of delivering commercial services
• Access to academics that are active practitioners in their field
• A holistic approach to projects with a broad range of skills and experience
• Access to specialist centres including the Centre for Festival and Event Management and the International Centre for the Study of Planned Events

Credentials

We strive to make a significant contribution to the tourism industry in Scotland and at a global level, working at local, national and international level with a wide range of communities and partners to undertake contract research, knowledge transfer and consultancy. We have undertaken work with a range of organisations in both the public and private sector including:

• VisitScotland.com
• Scottish Enterprise
• NAVE Nortrail
• Homecoming Scotland

Tourism Portfolio

• Adventure tourism
• Capacity evaluation
• Cultural impact assessments
• Economic evaluation
• E-tourism
• Festivals and events
• Food and drink
• Golf and country club management
• Heritage
• Hospitality
• Marketing strategy
• Service planning
• Social inclusion
• Sustainable tourism
• Visitor attractions
• Visitor management