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#BUProud Andrew Cole MBE is a BA (Hons) Tourism Studies graduate, now General Manager of Touchwood Shopping Centre

Andrew’s story Tourism, Hospitality and Events courses “The degree was only a part of the help that BU gave; the ability to experience life and meet great friends and a support network was the other. This opened doors and opportunities that steered me into a career I wasn’t expecting.” When Andrew Cole first came to… Read more » about #BUProud Andrew Cole MBE is a BA (Hons) Tourism Studies graduate, now General Manager of Touchwood Shopping Centre

updates for the BU Tourism and Hospitality Conference Bournemouth University, 4-6th September 2017 Visitor Economy: Strategies and Innovations

As the programme is evolving we would like to update you with regards the   BU Tourism and Hospitality Conference Bournemouth University, 4-6th September 2017  Visitor Economy: Strategies and Innovations http://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/visitor-economy  Register on https://thevisitorseconomy.eventbrite.com  Programme http://tinyurl.com/BUConf060616 1) The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) will be supporting and endorsing the conference and Daniela Wagner – PATA Regional Director- Europe, Middle… Read more » about updates for the BU Tourism and Hospitality Conference Bournemouth University, 4-6th September 2017 Visitor Economy: Strategies and Innovations

Smart Tourism and Agile Destination Management, Bournemouth University Festival of Learning Tuesday 11 July 2017 10:00 – 17:00

Bournemouth University Festival of Learning 2017 Smart Tourism and Agile Destination Management https://smart-tourism-and-agile-destination-management.eventbrite.co.uk Bookings on https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/date/366208 eTourismLab, Bournemouth University, Share Lecture Theatre, Talbot Campus, BH12 5BB The internet of things, big data, wearable technology and augmented reality are just a handful of the technological innovations driving change in our business and personal lives. To stay competitive,… Read more » about Smart Tourism and Agile Destination Management, Bournemouth University Festival of Learning Tuesday 11 July 2017 10:00 – 17:00

Bournemouth University hospitality graduate Andrew Foulkes General Manager of the Abbey Hotel in Bath, wins the Manager of the Year award at this year’s Cateys.

Bournemouth University hospitality graduate Andrew Foulkes General Manager of the Abbey Hotel in Bath, wins the Manager of the Year award at this year’s Cateys. At a spectacularly glamorous awards ceremony at Grosvenor House in London, General Manager of the Abbey Hotel in Bath, Andrew Foulkes, won the Manager of the Year award at this year’s Cateys. Casting… Read more » about Bournemouth University hospitality graduate Andrew Foulkes General Manager of the Abbey Hotel in Bath, wins the Manager of the Year award at this year’s Cateys.

Dr Anya Chapman celebrates 200 years of the British Seaside Pier

Dr Anya Chapman recently presented a paper entitled ‘Celebrating 200 years of the British Seaside Pier’ at the ‘Beside the Seaside’ conference in Scarborough. The conference was hosted by the Seaside Heritage Network, which Anya is a founding member of.  In her presentation, Anya looked at the historic development of British seaside pleasure piers, from… Read more » about Dr Anya Chapman celebrates 200 years of the British Seaside Pier

International Tourism and Hospitality Conference The Visitor Economy: Strategies and Innovations Bournemouth University 4-6 September 2017

International Tourism and Hospitality Conference The Visitor Economy: Strategies and Innovations Bournemouth University 4-6 September 2017 http://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/visitor-economy Register on https://thevisitorseconomy.eventbrite.com Conference topics The visitor economy includes all activities which contribute to visitors experiences. At the core are the components of the tourism product, such as accommodation, food, restaurants, transport and attractions. The concept, however, is much… Read more » about International Tourism and Hospitality Conference The Visitor Economy: Strategies and Innovations Bournemouth University 4-6 September 2017

Professional Development Courses for the Tourism and Hospitality Sector at Bournemouth University May 9 – 18

Professional Development Courses for the Tourism and Hospitality Sector at Bournemouth University May 9 – 18 https://www1.bournemouth.ac.uk/events/professional-development-courses-tourism-hospitality-sector Bookings:  https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/bournemouthuniversity  Book now In the Department of Tourism and Hospitality, we pride ourselves on the cutting edge knowledge and professional excellence we cultivate. The combination of staff expertise and enthusiasm, knowledge excellence and co-creation with industry, generate… Read more » about Professional Development Courses for the Tourism and Hospitality Sector at Bournemouth University May 9 – 18

Graduate Maris Kuklis is MICE & Groups Account Manager at Etihad Airways

Graduate Maris Kuklis is MICE & Groups Account Manager at Etihad Airways  He says “I studied BA (Hons) Tourism Management. Graduated in 2008. I’m working now for Etihad Airways. My degree helped to set the stage for the start of the career in business tourism. It was very relevant as offered a great choice and… Read more » about Graduate Maris Kuklis is MICE & Groups Account Manager at Etihad Airways

Global Festival of Learning ASEAN 2017 in Jakarta Indonesia 27th & 28th March and Penang Malaysia 30th & 31st March

 Bournemouth University Global Festival of Learning ASEAN 2017 Indonesia – Jakarta: Monday 27th March at Binus University  & Tuesday 28th March at Hotel Mulia Jakarta  Malaysia – Penang : Thursday 30th Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Penang  & Friday 31st March Hotel Jen Penang The Global Festival of Learning is our way of celebrating learning and knowledge. Although this is only… Read more » about Global Festival of Learning ASEAN 2017 in Jakarta Indonesia 27th & 28th March and Penang Malaysia 30th & 31st March