But it is very important that we focus strongly on existing customers, maintain the quality of our service and introduce new innovations. I would therefore encourage the industry to do so, and submit entries for this year s Thistle Awards. Television presenter Kaye Adams hosted last year s event and believes that all tourism businesses should consider themselves capable of winning a Thistle Award. What makes this event so special is its accessibility to all sizes and types of businesses throughout the country. A new trophy, created by Edinburgh Crystal, will be presented to the winners at a glittering ceremony at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre on October 26.
Tourism is one of Scotland s largest industries.
For every 1 the Scottish Tourist Board spends on promotion 6 is generated in return on behalf of Scotland s tourism industry.