Bath’s hospitality and leisure sectors are getting ready for next year’s Jane Austen 250 celebrations to write a new chapter in the city’s continued growth as a forward-looking tourism hotspot. Festivities are planned throughout the year as the city marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of the author and one-time Bath resident. Jane Austen,...
With temperatures falling, it’s easy to stay at home in the warm. But with so much to do this winter close to Bath, it would be a shame not to brave the great outdoors. Here Bath Business News travel editor Anne Gorringe shares 10 tempting trips to persuade us to pull on our hats and gloves...
A self-confessed storyteller who draws on her experiences working in key marketing roles to help female entrepreneurs is the next speaker in a series of pioneering talks in Bath. Hilary Salzman, who is candid about the many twists and turns of her career – from corporate brand marketing to the agency she co-founded – will speak...
It might be best known for hosting the annual TT motorcycle races each May, but year-round attractions mean a trip to the Isle of Man is fascinating at any time. Eco-tourism and wellness holidays have become big draws, while biodiversity, wildlife and conservation are important to the island – in 2016 it became the first in...
Sleep pods on planes, cut-price business air fares and cheaper destinations are the latest trends as travellers look for more flexibility and value for money. With the cost of living crisis impacting on the travel industry this year, operators are looking at new ways of attracting business. A number of airlines are introducing special...
Longing to learn to ski, but think you’ve left it too late this season? Spring may be in the air, but there’s still snow on the slopes – if you choose wisely. March and early April are a great time to take to the mountains as blue skies and warmer temperatures make it more...
Bath’s reputation as the UK’s most romantic city has been boosted by the arrival of Channel 4’s First Dates, filmed at The Botanist restaurant in Milsom Place. With couples still loved-up from Valentine’s Day this week, Bath Business News travel editor Anne Gorringe – who was lucky enough to sit in on some of the programme's filming –...
Leisure and hospitality businesses from across the Bath area were among the victors at the region’s top tourism awards, with a city hotel and its restaurant claiming the coveted ‘winner of winners’ title. The Queensberry Hotel and the Olive Tree Restaurant, pictured, on Russel Street claimed the prestigious accolade at the end of the...
Bath’s tourism and hospitality sector could get a boost from thousands of extra visitors this year as the first cruise liners since the pandemic arrive in the region. Royal Portbury Dock, near Bristol, has been chosen by Ambassador Cruise Line as a stop-off point for its new ship Ambition, which will make six visits,...
Bath Business News travel editor Anne Gorringe discovers ancient temples, blue lagoons and boat rides across the bay – plus a booming film industry – on a magical trip to Malta Film fans have an extra reason to visit the beautiful island of Malta this summer. Award-winning director Ridley Scott will return to its...
