Industry Insights

Tourism industry trends and performance insights for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

Regional Tourism Insights & Economic Analysis

Alongside understanding consumer demand, it is valuable to explore current industry performance and emerging trends within the tourism sector. These insights can help you make informed decisions, identify opportunities for growth, spot potential gaps in the market, and provide evidence to support future investment.

Value of Tourism in Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire

This page provides the latest tourism performance results for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, offering an overview of visitor volumes, economic impact, and employment supported by the sector. The insights presented here are drawn from independent research using the Scottish Tourism Economic Activity Model (STEAM), helping to show the value of tourism to the region and inform the Destination Strategy’s key performance indicators.

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Accommodation Stock in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire

Get an up-to-date picture of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire’s accommodation landscape with our latest audits. Explore detailed breakdowns of room stock, property types and regional trends to support planning, marketing, investment and event decision-making across the visitor economy.

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