Where individuals from across Tourism come together for discussion, debate, to share views and knowledge, and to network.

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Thought Leading since 1977

The Tourism Society is where individuals from across tourism come together (online and offline) for discussion, debate, to share views and knowledge, and to network.

It is the only professional membership organisation that represents all of tourism – across all disciplines, geography and career stages.

The diverse membership ranges from senior executives and academics, to self-employed entrepreneurs and tourism students.

Our existing membership represents tour operators, hotel chains, PR, marketing and representation companies, tourist attractions, national, regional and local tourist boards, restaurants, trade media, charities, consultants, academics, students and educational establishments, among others.

Join the Society

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Professional Identity

A professional identity including the use of initials MTS or FTS after your name.

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LinkedIn Networking

Large LinkedIn networking group with over 20,000 tourism contacts.

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Society Think Tanks

The opportunity to participate in or contribute to the Tourism Society's Think Tanks.

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Discussions & meetings

A programme of discussions, meetings and debates on general and specialist interest topics.

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Regular e-newsletters

Bi-monthly e-journal and e-newsletter with all the latest news and events from the society.

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Networking Opportunities

A variety of networking opportunities with fellow professionals from all tourism sectors.

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Specialist Interest Groups

Join the Tourism Consultants Group. the Digital and PR specialist interest groups and regional chapters.

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Market Intelligence

Access to up-to-date market intelligence.

Latest Events

Tourism Policy Conference – Tourism Alliance

Tourism Policy Conference – Tourism Alliance The Tourism Society is delighted to offer you discounted rates to the Tourism Policy Conference, organised by the Tourism Alliance, taking place on Wednesday 19 November 2025, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM at 4 Hamilton Place, London W1J 7BQ. The conference will feature: Panel discussions on the implications of tourism taxes….

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Why Membership Matters: Building Lasting Connections and Sustainable Revenue in Visitor Attractions

The Tourism Society is delighted to announce another insightful webinar in its quarterly series. in partnership with and organised by the Tourism Consultants Network. Why Membership Matters: Building Lasting Connections and Sustainable Revenue in Visitor Attractions 📅 Thursday, 25 September 🕛 12:00 – 14:00 (Online) 💷 Free to Tourism Society members, £11.55 for non members…

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President’s Dinner 2025 – 20 October 2025

We are delighted to return to the House of Lords on 20 October for our prestigious President’s Dinner, hosted by the Society’s President, Lord Thurso. This special evening is also a key fundraising opportunity, and we are seeking a limited number of event sponsors. All sponsors will be acknowledged on invitations, tickets, in our newsletter,…

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Latest News

Simplification of the traffic light system for travel

France is moving from amber-plus to amber, meaning fully vaccinated passengers returning to England, Scotland and Northern Ireland from France will no longer need to quarantine. India, Bahrain, Qatar and the...

62% plan to take main holiday in the UK – latest Sykes Staycation Index 2021

Britain is bracing for a boom in summer staycations. After an undoubtedly difficult year, the UK’s staycation market has come back fighting – ready to welcome record numbers of British...

IPS Inbound visitor statistics for 2021 Q1 (January – March)

The travel and tourism statistics published by The Office for National Statistics (ONS) are based on the results of the International Passenger Survey (IPS), but the running of the survey...

Senior Industry Figure and former Tourism Society Board member remembered

It is with much sadness that we announce the death of senior industry figure and previous Tourism Society Board member and Fellow, Roger Heape. Roger spent over 30 years in...

ClearSight – Latest full report

In the latest edition of ClearSight® on Recovery (the first since significant parts of the economy re-opened on 12th April), BA-BDRC provide an update on the mood of UK consumers,...

The Tourism Society welcomes Travel PR specialist Chloe Davison to its Board of Directors

The Tourism Society has unveiled its most recent board appointment, communications expert Chloe Davison. Selected for her extensive PR experience in the travel, leisure and hospitality sectors, Chloe’s appointment is...

Independent Review of DMOs in England – statement from the Tourism Society

The Tourism Society warmly welcomes the independent review of Destination Management Organisations which we identified as a priority requirement in our paper to government in 2020 on Leadership and Coordination...

ClearSight – Latest Mood of the Nation Summary Report

In the latest Mood of the Nation summary report ClearSight found that - The last six weeks have seen little lasting change in the nation’s optimism More than half of Brits...

Global Travel Taskforce publishes framework for restart

International travel may be here sooner than we think as Global Travel Taskforce publishes framework for restart. ‘Traffic light’ listings and confirmation of resumption date due ‘by early May. More...

Impact of March 2021 Budget on Tourism

The Tourism Alliance has summarised their understanding of the impact of the budget on tourism below - General Economic Status • 700,000 people have lost their jobs, the economy shrank...

Thought Leadership

Careers in the Tourism Industry

This edition of the Tourism Society Journal is dedicated to one of the most important aspects  of our society: Careers in the Industry. At the very heart of the Tourism Society lies a  fundamental mission to promote, support and develop careers in the diverse and dynamic  world of tourism.    (more…)

Newsletter January 2025

Happy Chinese New Year! Welcome to the first newsletter of 2025! We hope the year has started on a high note for everyone. Below, some of our members share their exciting updates. We’re thrilled to welcome many of you to Prospects 2025 tomorrow at Immediate Media’s offices...

Tourism Consultants Network event March 29th 2022 – Responding to sustainability

At a time when the call for tourism to be more sustainable is louder than ever, this on-line TCN event, in conjunction with the Tourism Society, looked at sustainability policies and challenges for the sector and ways of supporting more business response. Richard Denman, director of...

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