ASA have proudly announced the opening of their first regional office on George Street, Edinburgh. The new Scottish venture is an organic extension of the London based team and operation. It will be the latest addition to the ASA family, which already includes TravelTeam @ ASA and Flying Europe by ASA.
Scottish connections run in the blood of ASA, both past and present. Angela Shanley, herself born in Scotland not far from the capital, made her first venture into the world of tourism in Edinburgh at the Caledonian Hotel before moving to London where she eventually founded ASA in 1978. It is fitting that in their 40th anniversary year, ASA comes full circle and returns home to the city that started it all.
Anak McSporran, Managing Director of ASA, said, “This is a hugely exciting time for the entire ASA team, and could not have come at a more poignant moment. Over the years Scotland has consistently demonstrated its appeal to our overseas partners and has a vibrant travel trade with a diverse product offering to match.
“This has been a long-term plan in the development of ASA, and we are delighted to be able to set down roots in Edinburgh and continue to build on our existing presence in the region with a locally based team.”
