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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.
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Professional Identity
A professional identity including the use of initials MTS or FTS after your name.
LinkedIn Networking
Large LinkedIn networking group with over 20,000 tourism contacts.
Society Think Tanks
The opportunity to participate in or contribute to the Tourism Society's Think Tanks.
Discussions & meetings
A programme of discussions, meetings and debates on general and specialist interest topics.
Regular e-newsletters
Bi-monthly e-journal and e-newsletter with all the latest news and events from the society.
Networking Opportunities
A variety of networking opportunities with fellow professionals from all tourism sectors.
Specialist Interest Groups
Join the Tourism Consultants Group. the Digital and PR specialist interest groups and regional chapters.
Market Intelligence
Access to up-to-date market intelligence.
Latest Events
President’s Dinner 2026
Tourism Society President’s Dinner 2026 We are delighted to return to the banks of the River Thames in London on Wednesday 14 October 2026 for our prestigious President’s Dinner, hosted by the Society’s President, Lord Thurso. This highly anticipated evening is a highlight of the Tourism Society’s calendar — bringing together members, partners, and friends from across the industry…
The Tourism Society “Talking Tourism” Free Webinar
Wednesday August 19 – 1.15 to 2 pm BST The UK political landscape has shifted dramatically. With Andy Burnham now installed as Prime Minister, what does this mean for tourism, economic growth and business growth over the coming months and years? Join us for our latest Talking Tourism webinar on 19th August as host Stephen…
Talking Tourism
Date: 24 June Time: 13.15 – 14.00 Duration: 45 Minutes Hosts: Natasha Syed & Stephen Spencer Guest: Shaon Talukder, founder of GeoTourist and Author of Technology-Led Tourism Cost: FREE What to expect: In this session, we’ll dive into how AI, data and analytics are reshaping the visitor economy, including: Shaon’s journey building a data-led travel…
Latest News
Dame Irene Hays Awarded Prestigious Tourism Society Award
Tourism Society New Board
Tourism Society welcomes the government consultation on accommodation registration
Tourism Society welcomes Government response to De Bois Review of DMOs
The Tourism Society Welcomes a New Chair
Yorkshire Tourism – An update from Tourism Society Yorkshire chairman, John Gallery
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Honours for Tourism
Scots look at travelling to the Med again in 2022
Latest BVA/BDRC ClearSight survey on attitudes to travel & tourism
Featured in the latest Journal -Turning over a Green Leaf in the New Forest
Thought Leadership
Careers in the Tourism Industry
Newsletter January 2025
Tourism Consultants Network event March 29th 2022 – Responding to sustainability
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