Helping the industry thrive
Scotland’s national tourism organisation since 1969
Since our founding, we’ve gathered a significant amount of industry-specific experience. We’re keen to share this with Scottish tourism businesses to help keep our standards high and our visitor economy healthy.
Further help and advice to grow your business
You might be interested in hearing what some of our other partners have to say. We’ve pulled together some of the best to help you continue on your drive toward growth.
Business Gateway
bgateway.comA publicly funded service that offers impartial business advice, free local workshops, and events across Scotland.
Chamber of Commerce
scottishchambers.org.ukThe Scottish Chambers of Commerce speaks on behalf of Scotland's business community.
Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)
fsb.org.ukWith 19,000 members in Scotland, the FSB works closely with the Scottish Government, councils, media, and others to…
Find Business Support
findbusinesssupport.gov.scotThis website offers access to around 200 products and services, and hundreds of events from others in the industry.
GOV.UK | The tourism sector and the EU
gov.ukGuidance for working with the EU in the tourism sector, including visiting Europe, EU visitors to the UK and your…
Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE)
hie.co.ukDedicated to the development of the region, HIE offers support and funding to businesses in the Highlands and the…
Scottish Development International (SDI)
sdi.co.ukSDI offers financial incentives and other help to help establish and grow your business in Scotland and worldwide.
Scottish Enterprise
scottish-enterprise.comScotland's main economic development agency can give you advice on how to grow your business.
Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA)
scottishtourismalliance.co.ukThe largest member organisation for tourism businesses in Scotland. They're also the leading representative body for…