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 accommodation providers, DMOs, tour operators, transport providers, and attractions to unique service providers, there are plenty of opportunities for collaboration. Find out more about these exciting businesses below.
ACCOMMODATION
Achnagairn Castle and Mini-Manors offer exclusive-use accommodation, featuring 24 bedrooms within the Castle and an additional 40 en-suite luxury bedrooms spread across seven Mini Manors on the estate grounds. The Castle includes a vaulted ballroom with capacity for up to 180 guests. The estate follows the philosophy of ‘Escape the Ordinary’, encouraging guests to experience something unique. The Castle is available for exclusive use, and a catering partner team provides locally sourced, high-quality produce. The Mini Manors offer flexible accommodation options, with choices for either catered or self-catering stays.
BWH Hotels has three hotel brands: WorldHotels™, Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay Hotels®. With over 240 independently owned and managed hotels across Great Britain, these properties are located in various settings, including city centres, market towns, and rural or coastal areas, each offering its own unique character. Best Western’s experienced and dedicated team works to source the ideal venue to meet the needs of groups, ensuring a tailored experience for every occasion.
ATTRACTIONS
3 Locks Brewing Company is Camden Market’s first independent brewery, located by the Hawley Wharf Canal. The brewery offers a variety of 10 beers on tap, all brewed on-site, along with wines and spirits. In addition, the brewery features a taproom that hosts guided tours and tastings. It also includes an events space equipped with a bar and music setup, making it suitable for parties, gigs, corporate meetings, and other events.
Cruise Loch Lomond operates a diverse fleet of seven vessels, offering a variety of cruise experiences from multiple locations around the Loch. While primarily catering to the travel trade sector, the company also provides daily sailings for individual travellers (FIT) and small groups. Additionally, Cruise Loch Lomond serves the incentive and corporate markets, offering tailored experiences to suit a wide range of event and leisure needs.
Just 15 minutes from central London and nearby popular venues, including The O2 and ExCeL Centre, the IFS Cloud Cable Car is a popular attraction among Londoners and tourists alike. It provides a unique opportunity to experience the city’s iconic skyline as visitors relax and take in aerial views of the capital, 90m over the river Thames.
Kynren – An Epic Tale of England is a live-action show that presents a dramatic retelling of over 2,000 years of British history, mythology, and legend. The performance takes place every summer on a vast stage measuring seven and a half acres (roughly the size of five football pitches) and involves more than 1,000 volunteer cast members, crew, and animals. The production is staged in an 8,000-seat amphitheatre called the Tribune. The show combines elements of history, myth, and spectacle, using an expansive set and large-scale production techniques to engage the audience.
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, a charity established over 350 years ago, is home to a vast collection of plants from around the world. Located just north of the city centre, the Garden spans 70 acres and provides visitors with views of the Edinburgh skyline, including Edinburgh Castle. The Garden’s history, which dates back to the 17th century, highlights its role in botanical research and conservation. Known locally as ‘The Botanics’, it is a significant green space in the city, open to visitors year-round.
Sonia Friedman Productions (SFP) is an international production company responsible for some of the most successful theatre productions worldwide. Since 1990, SFP has developed, initiated, and produced over 270 new productions. Together, the company has won 63 Olivier Awards, 48 Tonys, and three BAFTAs.
DESTINATION MARKETING
Visit Worcestershire is a DMO that promotes Worcestershire as a leading tourism destination. With LVEP status, the organisation represents a wide range of sectors, including accommodation providers, attractions, experiences, and hospitality businesses. Visit Worcestershire aims to highlight the county’s rich heritage, scenic countryside, world-class food and drink, and hospitality. In addition to overseeing destination marketing and place-shaping programs, the DMO also facilitates travel trade arrangements and offers business support to local enterprises.
SERVICE PROVIDERS
Aether offers a redefined airport experience, providing passengers with private spaces separate from the main terminal. The service includes a streamlined check-in process, a dining experience curated by chef Adam Reid, and a chauffeur to escort passengers directly to their aircraft. Designed to improve the airport journey, Aether aims to create a more comfortable and efficient experience for travellers, focusing on convenience and attention to detail. This service represents a modern approach to air travel, focusing on providing a more enjoyable start or end to a trip.
Ambassador Cruise Line is a British no-fly cruise line that operates with a focus on affordable quality and a welcoming atmosphere for passengers. The line offers a range of voyages from eight regional ports in the UK. Ambassador’s first ship, Ambience, began its service in April 2022, offering ex-UK voyages. The second ship, Ambition, entered service in May 2023, carrying up to 1,200 guests. This ship operates itineraries from London Tilbury, along with additional departures from regional ports, including Edinburgh, Newcastle, Dundee, Liverpool, Belfast, Bristol, and Falmouth.
Coach Hire Comparison (CHC) has provided customers with affordable and effective transportation solutions since 2010. As part of the expanding CMAC Group, which Comfort DelGro owns, CHC has increasingly focused on incoming tourism as a key area of growth. The company offers services across the UK and internationally, providing a one-stop solution for various business needs. With over 500 active, vetted suppliers, CHC is equipped to handle group transport requirements of any size.
Eric James has over 35 years of experience providing high-quality ground transportation services. The company specialises in delivering travel experiences for international tourists, ensuring that each arrangement aligns with their client’s brand and values. Eric James has built a team of knowledgeable and friendly guides, available when needed, to enhance the travel experience. In addition to working with tour operators and DMCs, the team at Eric James excels in designing and organising bespoke tours tailored to specific client requirements.
Lyttle Chauffeur Hire is a professional chauffeur service based in the UK, offering a wide range of transportation options for both business and leisure needs. The company provides tailored services, including airport transfers, corporate event transportation, private tours, and special occasion travel. Their fleet includes high-end vehicles, and they are dedicated to delivering a reliable, punctual, and comfortable experience for their clients. With a focus on customer satisfaction and attention to detail, Lyttle Chauffeur Hire caters to both individual and group transport requirements.
Payxpert is a payment processor and acquiring bank focused on helping UK merchants accept international payment solutions both online and at physical points of sale. The company enables merchants to process payments via popular Chinese platforms like Alipay+ and WeChat Pay and is one of the first to offer Indian UPI payment processing. Payxpert allows merchants to integrate these services without the need to change their existing acquiring bank or payment processor. Additionally, they support both Android POS systems and online e-commerce merchants, offering a seamless solution for global payment acceptance.
Scottish Theme Nights provides traditional Scottish entertainment for the tourism market, offering a variety of music, dancers, and events.
Simpleview offers a range of tools and services designed to help destinations engage with stakeholders, attract visitors, and secure bids for conventions and events. Their suite includes CMS, DMS, and CRM products that work together seamlessly, along with online booking, revenue generation tools, and an event management platform to meet digital needs. Simpleview distinguishes itself with a comprehensive offering of creative services. Known for providing trusted travel and tourism solutions, Simpleview is committed to supporting both clients and the destinations they represent.
Tour Operator / DMC / Online Agent
Day Out With The Kids (DOWTK) is the UK’s biggest platform for family days out, listing over 8,500 attractions and reaching over 35 million visitors annually. With a monthly social reach exceeding 14 million, DOWTK offers unparalleled visibility for businesses. The newly launched connect management platform empowers venue owners with advanced tools for enhancing online presence, managing ticket sales, and optimising listings through analytics and AI-driven insights. Key features include venue optimisation score (VOS), ticket manager, streamlining operations and boosting digital engagement for attractions of all kinds.
GB DMC is a DMC with offices in the UK, USA, and India, specialising in ground-handling services for tour operators and travel agents. They focus on creating enriching travel experiences by offering tailored itineraries for leisure, MICE, and FIT groups. GB DMC provides exceptional service, extensive local expertise, and competitive value. Their services include van, coach tours, and more, ensuring customer satisfaction and high-quality delivery without compromising client needs.
Liverpool Famous Walking Tours is an independently owned business offering guided tours led by experienced local guides. The tours cover a range of themes, including history, heritage, culture, and the Beatles. Both walking and executive transport options are available, with tours offered daily or as private bookings. The company specialises in creating bespoke group tours for various occasions, catering to different group sizes, ages, and interests, including school groups, corporate clients, and family celebrations.
Ariyah Elite offers two specialist brands: GOJO SCOTLAND, which provides transfers to and from the Central Belt of Scotland with a variety of vehicles, including executive and luxury cars and eight-seater minibuses, available on demand or by scheduled booking. DRIVE ME WILD SCOTLAND specialises in guided tours across Scotland, offering experienced drivers for both one-day and multi-day tours. They provide a range of vehicles, from executive and luxury cars to six-seater and eight-seater XLWB vehicles.
