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A new destination strategy for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, the Framework for Growth, is now ready to launch. Join us at one of two launch events - one in-person and one online - to hear how your views have shaped a way forward for tourism in our region, the ambition for 2030 and learn how you can be involved.

A new application round for the Coastal Communities Challenge has just launched and will be open for applications until Sunday 28 August.

We recently met with some of the captivating individuals of the North-east to hear their stories about their time in the region, the place they call home

Our new "Meet the Business" interview series kicks off with Fiona McIntyre, Managing Director and Founder of Greyhope Bay, which opened its doors in April. Fiona shares the ups and downs she faced during the course of the project, as well as the importance of community engagement and storytelling to bringing Greyhope Bay to life.

We are delighted to share our annual review of the financial year 2021/22, which features a summary of our work across all areas of our organisation as we have maintained our focus on driving demand to visit the region and on supporting local businesses to survive, thrive and meet that demand.

Tourism and hospitality businesses in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire are invited to complete our fourth Quarterly Business Monitor, designed to gather your thoughts and feedback on current business challenges and highlights.

We have launched our first summer campaign of the year, 'A Taste of Summer', in partnership with Mackie's of Scotland.

Around 170 tourism businesses are set to benefit from discounted membership to certification schemes, aimed at supporting a green recovery and Scotland’s ambitions to become a sustainable destination.

There's just one month to go until entries close for this year's Aberdeen City & Shire Tourism Awards! If you, or any of your team, have done anything particularly creative or innovative, or if you have gone above and beyond over the past two years, we encourage you to submit an entry.

This fund offers tourism businesses the opportunity to apply for funding towards the installation of an electric vehicle charge point on their premises.