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Information for the travel trade

Introduction

Explore our travel trade resources for advice and tools to help you sell Britain better, including upcoming trade events, guidance on travelling to-and-around Britain, as well as latest research and insights. Sign up to our travel trade newsletter, and learn how Tourism Exchange Great Britain (TXGB) and the VisitBritain Shop can help to grow your business.

This page is designed for the international travel trade; if you are working in the UK travel trade, please visit our Information for tourism businesses page.

Discover more about Britain

Travelling to Britain

Find advice and practical information for travelling to Britain.

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Travelling around Britain

With an extensive over and underground rail network, regional airports and roads connecting each key destination, getting around Britain is easy.

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Things to do

Seek expert advice on unmissable local sights, tours, attractions, experiences and more.

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Accommodation options

From country cottages to luxurious five-star hotels, here’s where to stay in Britain.

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Visa and immigration

Get guidance on passports, visas and Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

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Latest Covid 19 information

Read the latest COVID-19 requirements.

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  • Travelling to Britain

    Find advice and practical information for travelling to Britain.

    Photo by: VisitBritain

    Reflection of man with camera in side view mirror of car

  • Travelling around Britain

    With an extensive over and underground rail network, regional airports and roads connecting each key destination, getting around Britain is easy.

    Photo by: VisitBritain/Peter Kindersley

    Man using a wheel chair and woman about to go into the ticket office of Grosmont Station

  • Things to do

    Seek expert advice on unmissable local sights, tours, attractions, experiences and more.

    Photo by: VisitScotland

    Pedal boat, canoe and bike hire at Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch.

  • Accommodation options

    From country cottages to luxurious five-star hotels, here’s where to stay in Britain.

    Photo by: VisitBritain/Andrew Pickett

    A couple seated, overlooking valley, having a hot drink

  • Visa and immigration

    Get guidance on passports, visas and Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

    Photo by: VisitBritain/Pinzutu

    A family visit a Sunday market by the river Tyne in Newcastle upon Tyne

  • Latest Covid 19 information

    Read the latest COVID-19 requirements.

    Photo by: VisitBritain/Matthew Williamson Ellis

    Two girls kayaking on the river in front of the O2 arena

Research and insights

Research and insights

Find the latest consumer and industry data and insights on domestic and inbound tourism in the UK, Britain and England. Learn about key previous trends, and explore those that are set to influence the industry in years to come.

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Travel trade tools and resources

Looking for inspiration to help you sell Britain? Use our tools and resources to find itineraries, new products, images and more.

  • VisitBritain Asset Library 

    View our online asset library, with images and video available to download to promote travel to the UK.

    Register now

  • Tourism Exchange Great Britain (TXGB)

    Gain access to live availability, pricing and content for accommodation, tours, events and attractions – every kind of UK supplier, together in one place for the first time.

    Find out more

  • VisitBritain Shop

    Access more than 500 visitor experiences, transport tickets and products, with an exclusive travel trade discount.

    Take a look

  • VisitBritain Media Centre

    Get the latest news on Britain’s tourism offering, including updates on new hotels and restaurant openings.

    Read the latest

  • West Midlands Travel Trade Guide

    The West Midlands was the host region of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games – discover why it’s ‘gold medal’ worthy…

    Find out more (PDF, 3.71 MB)

Resources for the travel trade

Use our tools and resources to find destination knowledge, new products, images and more.

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Starring GREAT Britain - information for the international travel trade

Get ready to step into a world of film and TV locations across Britain.

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Fact sheets, Itineraries and Seasonal Content

Selling Britain - Resources for the travel trade

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Upcoming trade events

Discover our trade shows, missions and networking opportunities in global markets.

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Sales Mission Programme 2026-28

June 2026 - March 2028

See our programme of sales missions for the years 2026-28 to find out how you can meet and do business in international markets.

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Nordics Workshop 2026

4th - 5th February 2026
Price: £995 +VAT

Looking to engage with Nordic travel trade? This workshop will be a high-impact opportunity to showcase your product or region, get exposure and develop your business relationships with buyers from Norway, Sweden and Denmark.

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Spain Roadshow 2025

14th - 16th October 2025
Price: £1500 +VAT

Looking to actively reach the Spanish travel trade? Spain Roadshow is the perfect opportunity to meet with high quality buyers from three major cities in Spain.

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Destination Britain China & Northeast Asia 2025

26th - 28th November 2025
Price: £4,500-£3,000 +VAT

Looking to actively reach the China travel trade? Destination Britain China & Northeast Asia 2025 is the perfect opportunity to meet with high quality buyers from China, Hong Kong, Japan and South Korea.

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Destination Britain Americas 2025

10th - 14th September 2025
Price: £5,700-£6,700 +VAT

Looking to actively reach the North American and Brazilian travel trade? Destination Britain Americas is the perfect opportunity to meet with high quality buyers from the USA and Canada.

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Taking England's Wine Tourism in Bury St Edmunds

The Athenaeum 5th March 2025
Price: Free

Face to face training. See the main Taking England's Wine Tourism to the World page to complete your registration for the session in Bury St Edmunds.

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Taking England's Wine Tourism in Kent

Kent Event Centre 25th February 2025
Price: Free

Face to face training. See the main Taking England's Wine Tourism to the World page to complete your registration for the session in Kent.

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International Market Webinars

March 2025 - March 2026

Join our free live sessions to get the latest inbound data and insights from our research teams. Learn about trends and product demand from our in-market specialists.

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Our work with the travel trade

We work directly with the travel trade to maximise the quality, profitability and reach of Britain programmes.

VisitBritain facilitates connections by organising and attending sales missions, trade shows and other events that build new and nurture existing relationships between British businesses and the international travel trade.

We also produce tools and resources tailored for international markets, to enable our trade partners to sell Britain better.

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Industry eNewsletter

Keep up to date with tourism industry news, events and insights – especially for UK businesses. Published fortnightly.

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Sales Mission Programme 2025/26

Various April 2025 - February 2026

See our programme of sales missions for the upcoming year to find out how you can meet and do business in international markets.


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VisitEngland Webinar - Cut energy, save money and

Online 14th November 2023
Price: Free

Prepare for winter, save on energy, and embrace a low carbon future with VisitEngland's webinar for the tourism and hospitality sector. Learn from energy experts about cost-effective solutions to lower your bills and reduce emissions.

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Useful contacts

Peta Evans

Trade Engagement Executive, Australia and New Zealand

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Bradley Nardi

Commercial Manager, Australia and New Zealand

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Priscila Moraes

Travel Trade Manager, São Paulo, Brazil

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Canada

Ritushri Dhankher

National Travel Trade ＆ Aviation Manager

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Angie Tong

B2B Executive, South China and Hong Kong, China and North East Asia, Beijing, China

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Juliette Suan

Travel Trade Manager - France

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George Christakis

B2B Manager, GCC

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Birthe Pohlmeyer

B2B Executive, Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Berlin, Germany

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Shuja Mehdi

B2B Manager, India

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Tishtar Parakh

Travel Trade Executive, Mumbai, India

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Simona Blandi

Travel Trade Manager, Milan, Italy

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Japan

Tomoko Hisaki

Country Manager, Tokyo, Japan

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Holger Lenz

Manager, Central Europe

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Jessica Lithén

B2B Manager Nordics

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Misha Kim

UK Industry Engagement Manager

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Javier Omeñaca

Travel Trade Manager, Madrid, Spain

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Caro Bisese

Travel Trade Executive, USA - Los Angeles

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Juliette Suan

Travel Trade Manager - France

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Debbie Beardall

UK Industry Engagement Manager

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Yujin Huh

Country Manager, South Korea

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Tatia Shi

Tatia Shi, Travel Trade Manager, China

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UAE and Saudi Arabia

Manisha Chandara

Trade & Communications Executive, GCC

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Cristina Bernabe

Country Manager - Southern Europe

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Robin Kagenaar

Travel Trade Manager - Belgium, Luxembourg, The Netherlands

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