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Welcoming back tourism in the South of Scotland

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TOURISM businesses across the South of Scotland are gearing up to welcome back visitors to the region from today, with the further easing of restrictions across the country.

VisitScotland Regional Leadership Director Paula Ward was joined by representatives from South Scotland Destination Alliance at Galloway Activity Centre on the banks of Loch Ken, to offer her support to the industry as visitor attractions, accommodation providers and hospitality businesses start to reopen once again.

Paula said “I am so incredibly proud of our tourism and hospitality businesses and operators. They are the perfect example of entrepreneurial spirit – they have not given up because of what the virus has thrown at them. They have shown incredible flexibility, they’ve embraced new operating procedures to ensure that their places of business adhere to strict health and safety guidance and at the same time they continue to offer a fantastic experience.  “To ensure we maintain our stunning landscapes, we must ensure we protect, respect and enjoy our countryside and cities responsibly by asking people to leave no physical trace of their visit. We have once again worked in partnership with the South of Scotland Destination Alliance on the Twinned with Tourism campaign to help reassure local communities that tourism businesses are reopening safely and respectfully and that communities in turn can help businesses welcome visitors back.  “Our tourism industry needs us now more than ever – not only is a day trip or staycation the perfect antidote after lockdown, but it will help support our industry and rebuild this vital part of the economy.”South Scotland Destination Alliance Project Manager, Jemma Reid, said “As the destination management and marketing organisation for the South of Scotland, we’re committed to working with businesses, supporting their reopening and helping extend the season by promoting our fantastic region as a world-class, year-round destination.”
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Welcoming back tourism in the South of Scotland

VisitScotland Regional Leadership Director welcomes the reopening of tourism in the South of Scotland with a visit to Galloway Activity Centre.

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