Region’s visitor numbers on the rise as more people come to experience North East England
The newly released STEAM data sees visitor numbers and spend grow across the region as the visitor economy continues to recover to pre-pandemic levels. The latest STEAM* data gathered on behalf of the region’s seven local authority areas by Destination North East England has revealed a promising upward trend...
Hundreds of tourism businesses gather at iconic music venue to double the size of visitor economy
Collaboration, visitor experiences that make memories and ‘shy bairns get nowt’ – the core themes at the first-ever Destination North East England tourism conference. This landmark visitor economy industry event Destination 2034 took over the iconic Glasshouse International Centre for Music on Monday (18th March) for a jam-packed day...
Exciting new plans for our iconic Grainger Market
New plans to restore one of Newcastle’s most treasured buildings have been unveiled, protecting its heritage and securing its future. The Grainger Market is the city’s oldest and most important retail asset, standing proudly in the city centre since 1835. The plans will enhance the original features of this...
Eldon Square announces milestone leasing development underlined by collaborative partnership with Newcastle City Council
Eldon Square Ltd and Newcastle City Council are proud to announce details of an enhanced Co-operation Agreement and game-changing planning submissions, which will accelerate and facilitate the delivery of a series of major new leasing deals, whilst offering significant benefits to the city centre and local community. These will...
Luxury hotel group announces expansion into Newcastle
Award-winning boutique hotel group Dakota Hotels have announced their expansion into Newcastle – bringing their renowned style, service, and hospitality to the bustling Quayside. Dakota Newcastle will offer waterfront luxury alongside some of the largest hotel bedrooms and suites in the city. Situated on St. Ann’s Wharf, overlooking the...
Help Amy become England’s Tourism Superstar and vote today!
Amy Whitfield, owner of Triple A Food Tours is in the running to be named England’s Tourism Superstar 2024, but she needs your vote! Voting is now open for the VisitEngland Tourism Superstar title and Amy, is one of 10 superstars from around the country who are all...
All Aboard The Stottie Train As Big River Bakery and Lumo Bring North East Favourite To East Coast Travellers
To celebrate the first-ever National Stottie Cake Week, Newcastle-based Lumo will be serving up delicious handmade stottie sandwiches from Big River Bakery on its train services between Edinburgh and London. The open-access train operator, who run an all-electric fleet of inter-city trains between Edinburgh and London, with stops at...
We reveal the top travel trends for 2024
In an industry as dynamic as travel and tourism, staying ahead of trends is crucial for businesses and regions alike. A new year brings new opportunities so it’s important to know the trends and to stay on top of them all year round. As we step into 2024, the...
North East set to host more than 100 travel trade at two key events
European and UK-based tour operators, travel agents and coach tour organisers will be descending on the North East this month as part of a drive to increase overseas visitors to the region. The region will be hosting two key travel trade events over the weekend of January 26th-30th supporting...
One of the North East’s most passionate and dedicated tourism superstars recognised in national awards
VisitEngland has revealed the 10 superstars to make the shortlist of its annual search to find the unsung hero of England’s tourism industry. VisitEngland’s Tourism Superstar competition, now in its 12th year, seeks out champions currently working in tourism who provide unforgettable visitor experiences, as well as showcasing the variety...