Orkney on show in London

VisitOrkney Marketing Executive Carly Simpson holds the fort at the VisitOrkney stand at last year's Destinations Show

Orkney will be showcased to a London audience next week as the VisitOrkney team heads for The Destinations Holiday and Travel Show, in Earls Court in London from 31 January to 3 February.

The Destinations show is the UK's largest holiday and travel show, where hundreds of leading and independent travel companies aim to inspire customers through the provision of expert advice.

VisitOrkney Marketing Executive Carly Simpson explains: “Our attendance at shows and exhibitions like these is hugely important for raising Orkney’s profile, and we generally notice a significant increase in the visits to our website and general inquiries in the following weeks, so we know we’re having an effect. Orkney has such a fantastic tourism offering and these events are prime opportunities to promote this.”

On the Destinations Show website, customers are invited to ‘get away from it all, and take a trip to the irresistible Orkney Islands. The quiet sandy beaches, stunning scenery, abundance of wildlife, fresh quality cuisine and warm welcoming hospitality make these islands an ideal place for relaxing or an action-packed holiday.’