Tourism Insights 2026
Lecture Theatre, Honourable Society of the Inner Temple, Crown Office Row, EC4Y 7HL

Conference 9:30 – 13:00
Lunch 13:00 – 14:00

Hosted by the Tourism Alliance, Tourism Insights 2026 builds on the success of last year’s event, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers and experts for a focused, evidence-led discussion on the issues shaping UK tourism.

Through a programme of keynote presentations and panel discussions, the conference will explore the latest tourism data, trends and economic insights, providing a robust evidence base to help inform policy priorities for the year ahead.

As with previous years, Tourism Insights 2026 followed by the English Tourism Week Parliamentary Reception will offer a valuable opportunity for delegates to engage directly with decision-makers, share perspectives across the sector, and contribute to a shared agenda for growth. 

Speakers
More details on the Tourism Insights event page

Tickets

>  £205 + VAT Tourism Alliance members

>  £295 + VAT Non-members

Multi-conference discount

We are offering an optional multi-conference discount. Purchase tickets for Tourism Insights 2026 and the Tourism Policy Conference in London this November together and save 15% (Tourism Alliance members and non-members).

Join us for 

> Insight-led presentations and panels exploring the latest tourism data, trends, and economic analysis shaping the UK tourism landscape

> How data and policy can drive business growth and visitor numbers, examining the key challenges, opportunities, and priorities for the year ahead

> Opportunities to engage and connect with business leaders and senior stakeholders across the tourism sector, sharing perspectives and helping to shape collective priorities for UK tourism

Following the conference, all delegates are invited to the English Tourism Week Parliamentary Reception at the Palace of Westminster. When purchasing your ticket, you will be asked at checkout to confirm your attendance.

Agenda

09.30-09.50 - Registration 

09.50-10.00 - Welcome

10.00-10.30    
Richard Nicholls. Head of Research & Forecasting, Visit Britain/VisitEngland
"Tourism Trends and Insights: A VisitBritain/VisitEngland Data Update"

10.30-11.00
Alexander Göransson, Senior Consultant, Euromonitor
"Unlocking Future Demand for UK Tourism"

11.00-11.30
Shaon Talukder, CEO & Founder, Geotourist
"More With Less: Solving the Productivity & Investment Crisis in the Visitor Economy with AI"

11.30-11.50 - Networking & Coffee Break

11.50-12.20
David Edwards, Tourism Statistician, ETOA
"The US - from Boom to Bust?"

12.20–12.50
Ash Bhardwaj, Broadcast Journalist & Travel Expert
“The Problem with Travel & Tourism Marketing – and How to Fix It”

12.50–13.00
 Joss Croft, incoming Chair of the Tourism Alliance

13.00–14.00  - Lunch

14.00–15.00  - Transit to English Tourism Week Parliamentary Reception


English Tourism Week Parliamentary Reception
Churchill Room, Palace of Westminster, London, SW1A 0AA
15:00 – 17:00

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Generously sponsored by our Gold Sponsors

With thanks to our Silver Sponsors