We are delighted to welcome a fantastic range of new members from all corners of the UK who have joined us in the last few months. From tour operators, transport providers, attractions to unique service providers, there are plenty of opportunities for collaboration. Find out more about these exciting businesses below.
Accommodation
Cameron House on Loch Lomond is a historic baronial mansion set within 400 acres of woodland, combining traditional Scottish architectural elements with modern décor. The resort features a Championship golf course and a luxury spa with a rooftop infinity pool. It offers a range of suites, both traditional and contemporary, with views overlooking Loch Lomond. Additionally, guests can experience diverse dining options that reflect both traditional and contemporary Scottish cuisine. The resort’s facilities and amenities are designed to enhance the guest experience.
Corinthia Group operates Corinthia Hotels as a global luxury hotel brand and will launch Verdi Hotels in 2024 as a new upscale lifestyle brand. Verdi Hotels aims to redefine the lifestyle brand experience, offering upscale accommodation that focuses on experiential luxury rather than material possessions. It encourages guests to engage more deeply with the locations they visit. Meanwhile, Corinthia Hotels is evolving into an ultra-luxury brand with a distinctive global presence and a rich cultural heritage.
Crossbasket Castle, a distinguished venue in Scotland, holds the prestigious five red star rating and features 64 bedrooms along with versatile event spaces accommodating 2 to 250 guests. The venue offers a dining experience curated by renowned chef Michel Roux Jr. Starting August 2024, Crossbasket Castle will introduce Scotland’s first five-star purpose-designed entertainment venue, where guests can enjoy top music entertainment acts, immersive dining experiences, and exclusive cocktail and drink options available seven nights a week.
Located in the historic St. James’s Mayfair, DUKES London is a luxury hotel known for its refined atmosphere. Situated in an area that has been a prestigious retreat for writers, musicians, politicians, and royalty since the 16th century, the hotel offers a combination of modern and classic style bedrooms and luxurious suites. Guests can relax at the renowned DUKES Bar, dine at the Great British Restaurant, or enjoy a Champagne afternoon tea, all while receiving service from a dedicated and enthusiastic team.
Escapade Silverstone offers unique short-stay residences nestled between the iconic Copse and Becketts corners. The residences provide an immersive, premium experience tailored for enthusiasts of speed and innovation, setting a new standard in motorsport hospitality. Guests can stay, dine, socialise, and relax, becoming part of ‘life in the fast lane.’ With trackside private residences, visitors can immerse themselves in the world of Silverstone. Whether visiting for business, leisure, or with family and friends, the collection of 60 one- to four-bedroom residences provides a home-from-home experience.
Glen Mhor Hotel & Apartments in Inverness provides a variety of accommodations, dining options, and event spaces. The Uile-bheist Brewery and Distillery, located on the same premises, produce craft whisky and beer using sustainable energy sourced from the River Ness. They offer a range of tours and tastings and operate a Taproom Bar. Both the hotel and brewery place a strong emphasis on sustainability, significantly reducing their carbon footprint. Gift vouchers and merchandise are also available. Glen Mhor Hotel & Uile-bheist Brewery and Distillery offer a blend of comfort, culture, and eco-friendly practices.
The J&R Group Portfolio includes a collection of distinctive properties located in Scotland’s heartland. It features two boutique hotels: McKays Hotel Restaurant and Bar in the charming town of Pitlochry, and The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant in the tranquil village of Boat of Garten. Additionally, The Seaforth, a seafood restaurant, is situated on the scenic west coast of Ullapool. Each venue offers a unique combination of comfort, culinary delights, and warm hospitality, providing guests with an unforgettable experience of Scotland’s diverse landscapes and flavours.
Attractions
Ascot Racecourse is rich in history and heritage. It hosts the prestigious Royal Ascot race meeting, along with 21 racedays and numerous non-racing events each year. Founded in 1711 by Queen Anne, the racecourse has witnessed the crowning of champions and the making of legends over the past 300 years. It welcomes hundreds of thousands of racegoers annually and looks forward to the opportunity to welcome new visitors to Ascot soon.
Covent Garden Dance Company offers a 450-seat dinner theatre experience set in one of England’s most picturesque walled gardens at Hatch House. For the final weekend of July (25 – 28, 2024), a bespoke roof will be constructed over the gardens to accommodate this exclusive event. The theatre will feature performances by renowned ballet companies, including the Royal Ballet, Paris Opera Ballet, and Staatsballett Berlin, among others. Guests will enjoy gourmet dining between performances, which consist of four short works, each lasting approximately 30 minutes.
Dundee Heritage Trust operates two of Dundee’s leading visitor attractions: Verdant Works Museum and Discovery Point, which houses the Royal Research Ship Discovery. The Trust is dedicated to preserving and presenting Dundee’s heritage in ways that educate, inspire, and enlighten. Verdant Works Museum offers insight into Dundee’s industrial and social history through its galleries, machine demonstrations, and local guides within a restored 1830s jute mill. Discovery Point features Captain Scott’s first Antarctic ship, Discovery. Visitors can explore the ship’s voyages or dine at the Captain’s table with exclusive Wardroom dining experiences.
The Household Calvary Museum provides an in-depth look at the 350-year history of the British Army’s Household Cavalry. Through a combination of exhibits, graphic panels, and multimedia presentations available in eight languages, visitors can explore the Household Cavalry’s dual roles as both the Queen’s mounted bodyguard and a unit engaged in global armoured combat vehicle reconnaissance. Additionally, the Museum serves as a distinctive venue for private events, including exclusive tours, receptions, and dinners.
The Moco Museum is an independent museum showcasing a diverse range of modern, contemporary, and street art. Located in Amsterdam, Barcelona, and now London, the museum features works by artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Banksy, Tracey Emin, JR, KAWS, Keith Haring, Jeff Koons, Yayoi Kusama, THE KID, Guillermo Lorca, Studio Irma, and Andy Warhol. Moco offers visitors an unparalleled and unforgettable experience through its art collections.
As England’s only National Football Museum, it houses the world’s most extensive collection of football objects and archives. The Museum’s mission is to leverage the impact of football to share influential stories, showcase its cultural significance, and inspire creative engagement. Visitors can enjoy an immersive experience that celebrates the sport in all facets and explains its importance. Located in central Manchester, the Museum offers an ideal half-day visit for exploring and celebrating football. It provides travel-trade rates with a 20% discount off standard admission rates and can customise experiences to meet specific visitor needs.
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland is a wildlife conservation charity with a bold vision: a world where nature is protected, valued, and cherished. Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park serve as gateways to the natural world, allowing visitors to experience wildlife firsthand. Through these facilities, people can learn about the challenges facing wildlife and see how the Society applies its expertise in conservation science and animal care to work towards saving species from extinction.
Scottish Canals is a vibrant organisation offering access to some of Scotland’s most beautiful sights, including the world’s only rotating boat lift, The Falkirk Wheel, and Neptune’s Staircase on the Caledonian Canal. The Falkirk Wheel is group-friendly, easily accessible, and features a café offering locally sourced ingredients and a gift shop showcasing products from local suppliers. Group rates are available for bookings of 15 or more passengers, and visits can be tailored to meet specific client needs. Additionally, The Falkirk Wheel hosts events and provides catering services.
Service Providers
Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental, the largest independently owned automotive company in Europe—offers 60 years of experience in the car and van rental industry. The service provides tailored, cost-effective rental solutions to address a variety of business needs. It supports both short-term and long-term vehicle requirements with a diverse fleet of cars and vans available throughout the UK. Utilising extensive industry expertise, Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental aims to support and enhance business operations.
CalMac is the UK’s largest ferry operator, managing 29 routes to over 50 destinations across 200 miles of Scotland’s west coast. With a fleet of 33 vessels, CalMac completes approximately 136,000 sailings annually, with crossing times ranging from five minutes to seven hours. The company provides an essential lifeline service to west coast communities and is crucial in supporting tourism, which is vital for the area’s economy.
Celtic Transfers Ltd is a premier transportation service provider based in Edinburgh, specialising in reliable and luxurious travel solutions across Scotland. Committed to excellence, the company offers a diverse range of services, including airport transfers, executive travel, wedding transportation, and bespoke tours. Their fleet of modern, well-maintained vehicles ensures comfort and safety, while their professional drivers guarantee punctuality and courteous service.
Highland Executive Travel, based in Inverness, Scotland, offers professional chauffeur services and tours throughout the Highlands. Their fleet includes a range of vehicles to meet any client’s needs, whether it’s a Range Rover, MPV, or executive saloon.
Jetlogic, founded in 2009 by CEO Leigh Mellis in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a worldwide specialist in luxury private jet and helicopter charters. The company has built a reputation for delivering meticulous service and cost-effective, bespoke aviation solutions. Jetlogic prides itself on providing a superior client experience characterised by attention to detail, discretion, reliability, and a flexible approach to individual travel requirements, available 24/7. Whether flying into the UK from any destination or exploring the UK’s hidden gems by helicopter or private jet, Jetlogic ensures a seamless and luxurious travel experience.
LeShuttle (formerly Eurotunnel) provides a 35-minute journey from Calais to Folkestone via the Channel Tunnel. Ticket prices include a vehicle and up to nine passengers, with no additional charges for luggage or size restrictions. LeShuttle passenger shuttles transport more than two million vehicles and their passengers every year. Since 2000, LeShuttle has also transported over four million pets. It offers a direct and environmentally friendly option for travelling between Calais and the UK.
Founded with a vision to redefine the guest experience, Londonist Hospitality specialises in providing comprehensive hospitality solutions tailored to clients’ needs. Building on their expertise in accommodation management with Londonist DMC, the company created a brand that prioritises customer satisfaction and consistently exceeds expectations. From luxurious bedding to essential services, Londonist Hospitality offers a wide range of amenities to enhance the guest experience, including commercial cleaning, commercial laundry services, and more. Their services cater to various industries, including hotels, healthcare facilities, student accommodations, corporate offices, restaurants, and more.
With over 185 years of rich heritage and experience, P&O Ferries has been connecting the UK and Europe for nearly two centuries. Known for its commitment to innovation, P&O Ferries integrates the latest technology into its fleet to provide sustainable and comfortable travel. Operating across the English Channel, North Sea, and Irish Sea, P&O Ferries employs 1,350 people across its network. The fleet includes two hybrid-powered Fusion Class vessels, the newest ferries on the English Channel, delivered in 2023. Together, the ships undertake nearly 20,000 sailings each year.
Specialising in private hire transfers, Pink Berry Cars offers a contemporary vehicle fleet and a team of friendly and knowledgeable drivers. Clients can expect punctuality, reliability, and a seamless corporate travel experience. Services include round-the-clock support, airport meet-and-greet, flight monitoring, and tailored solutions. The modern fleet and dedicated account managers ensure that each booking is expertly handled.
Founded in 2016, Satisfi Labs is a leading conversational AI company that achieved early success through its work with the New York Mets, Macy’s, and the US Open, providing easy access to information often unavailable on websites. Satisfi Labs aims to make AI widely accessible, particularly in tourism, sports, and venue management. The company has garnered support from major investors, including Google and Major League Baseball. Dominating the sports, entertainment, and tourism sectors, Satisfi Labs serves over 600 clients with its advanced conversational AI platform.
Vamonos Recruitment is a specialist recruiter in the travel, tourism, and hospitality industry, focusing on permanent positions across all levels. With nearly 20 years of experience in the UK inbound travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors, the company offers a personalised, knowledgeable, and competitive service. Vamonos Recruitment’s expertise ensures a personal yet professional and cost-effective approach to recruitment. The company handles recruitment across all business areas, from junior to director-level positions.
Tour Operator / DMC / Online Agent
A La Carte Tours offers creative and unique tours and events, including gourmet food and wine tours, treasure hunts, brewery tours, graffiti workshops, and hands-on experiences. With a focus on incentive trips, the company provides imaginative itinerary planning guided by a professional Blue Badge Tourist Guide. By choosing to travel with the company, clients contribute to a positive social impact, as a portion of the profits is donated to a local food bank in London. The company’s commitment to creative CSR initiatives supports community welfare and gives back to the local area.
Apextion DMC is a UK-based B2B DMC with offices in London, Paris, and New Delhi. Specialising in ground handling services across Europe, the UK and Scandinavia, Apextion DMC offers a comprehensive range of services to travel agents and tour operators. These services include accommodation, transfers, shared interest tours, city cruises, attraction tickets, self-driven cars, local multilingual guides, and dining options. The company is committed to delivering high-quality service and competitive pricing.
Carnival Travel is an experienced tour operator and ground handler. It specialises in tailor-made tours, student tours, and cultural exchange programs. The company also provides land services for leisure groups, students, and delegations.
Eat Walk Tours offers a unique way to experience Scotland through food and drink. They offer walking food tours and pub history tours in Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews, Aberdeen, and Inverness.
Experienced Tours provides private tours from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, and London. Their day tours feature insightful excursions outside the city to explore Scotland’s landmarks, history, and culture. Their extended multi-day tours take visitors to locations further afield, including steam train journeys, ferry trips, and top-quality accommodations. The company prides itself on its friendly and knowledgeable service, delivering a bespoke experience in Mercedes minivans. A small team of passionate and professional tour guides is dedicated to showcasing the best of Scotland.
Highland Experience Tours is a five-star tour operator with a diverse fleet designed to meet a variety of transportation needs. Vehicles include Mercedes eight-seater V-Class, 16-seater Sprinters, 35-seater Grand Toros, and 59-seater Tourismo coaches. The company offers a selection of scheduled tours departing from Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Inverness and a dedicated private tour department. Highland Experience Tours provides an exceptional journey through Scotland’s landscapes, offering an immersive exploration of Scottish history, culture, and stunning scenery.
Based in India and with nearly 35 years in the travel industry, Indo Global Holidaz specialises in inbound tours to India and extensive outbound travel from India. The company serves a diverse clientele across India and the Middle East. To better serve high-profile clients, the company is establishing a DMC in the UK and plans to acquire a fleet of vehicles. Recognising the UK as a major global destination, the company has assembled a team of professionals ready to meet these demands. Additionally, the company aims to expand its school student business into the UK market.
Kuoni Tumlare is a leading DMC company with over 100 years of experience. The company specialises in leisure and premium tours, including series and ad-hoc arrangements. Their offerings also include incentive tours, private tours, educational tours, and special interest tours.
SMT Travel Ltd offers comprehensive destination solutions for groups. Their services include customised travel programmes tailored to various purposes, types, and characteristics. They cater to a wide range of clients, including individuals, independent families, small groups, series of groups, enterprises, and other customers. The company provides high-quality professional tour guides according to customer needs. It offers a range of vehicle options, from single cars and Mercedes-Benz five-seaters to 59-seater Mercedes-Benz tour buses. For more exclusive experiences, SMT Travel offers advanced vehicles such as Rolls-Royce and classic cars.
Established in 2009, Thistle DMC is one of Scotland’s premier DMCs. The company collaborates with travel trade partners worldwide to provide tailored business and leisure experiences. With long-standing relationships with the UK’s most exclusive venues and suppliers, Thistle DMC ensures superior quality at every journey stage.
VOSAIO specialises in bespoke group travel across Europe, providing highly personalised and professional B2B services to operators globally. For groups of 15 or more passengers, VOSAIO designs tailored itineraries to meet specific requirements and budgets. The team’s extensive knowledge of Europe and innovative approach ensures that every detail is meticulously managed, delivering varied, engaging, and memorable tours.
Walking Tours in the UK offers a variety of options, including FIT daily tours, bespoke private tours, and step-on guides for coaches. Their tours focus on providing authentic local experiences, allowing visitors to connect with residents and gain insight into daily life in each location. While covering history and culture, they also offer unique experiences such as street art tours, dark history explorations, whisky tastings, and other private offerings. The company caters to various interests, ensuring diverse and engaging tours.
