UK consumer spending reports produced by government and a myriad of others point to historical data sets that show where people choose to spend their money. Individual consumer spending reports show data that allows businesses to fine tune their tactics, and over time collectively they show clear patterns that dictate strategy. UK consumer spending reports show where markets … [Read more...]
The inevitable demise of Thomas Cook
Following the news that Thomas Cook has ceased trading, Dr Sarah Rawlinson, Head of the Centre for Contemporary Hospitality and Tourism at the University of Derby, reflects on its humble beginnings, the rise of the brand and its hopeless end. It is sad that today we hear about the demise of Thomas Cook, the oldest travel company in the world. It was established by a cabinet … [Read more...]
Latest UK Tourism numbers show industry growth fueling employment
The UK tourism industry has grown by £18.5bn over the last two years reports a new tourism publication produced by the Tourism Alliance. This is a growth rate of 14.5% that brings the total expenditure by tourists in the UK to £149.5bn. Revenue from tourists in the UK generates employment for 3.3m people in tourism-related businesses, making tourism one of the UK’s largest and … [Read more...]
PROJECTL1 – MORGENROT X MEVALCO Portfolio Tasting in Liverpool
After three successful editions in Manchester, Morgenrot’s annual portfolio tasting will head to Liverpool for the first time on Monday, 7th October at the city’s sensational Pen Factory. Joining forces with the Manchester-based beer, wine and spirit importer for the day are Spanish food importers Mevalco, who will be bringing the finest cheese, cured meat and tapas … [Read more...]
Ei Group invest in Craft Union’s wet-led only community pub proposition
Ei Group has invested £1.7 million to opening a ‘Pub Support Hub’ and HQ base this week in Wakefield for Craft Union Pub Company. Following refurbishment, the building reopened last week and is home to a new Craft Union pub, as well as accommodating the pub company’s support team and a suite of training and meeting facilities for use by the wider group. Known as … [Read more...]