We’re giving you the chance to take the reins of our @VisitNland twitter feed. Each week registered guests will be able to wax lyrical with our followers online. Selected advocates will manage the feed for seven days sharing with the world their daily experiences and opinions recommending things to see and do. There are a few do’s and don’ts although the aim is to have fun!

Three of the leading green tourism establishments in the UK have decided to link up in a bid to promote sustainable tourism and hospitality businesses.

Last year a number of Northumberland’s businesses met with Tourism Minister John Penrose to discuss legislative barriers facing tourism businesses. Recommendations from an independent panel for widespread deregulation of the tourism and hospitality industries have now been published.

Join us for English Tourism Week 2012 from the 10 to 18 March and celebrate the benefits tourism brings to everyone, everywhere, every day in Northumberland!

Northumberland is now officially in the very top tier of England’s most loved destinations*, but we need your help to spread the word and help the county’s tourism industry grow and prosper.

The region’s biggest tourism showcase – just for businesses. Sign up now to showcase your business and find out what’s happening across the North East. Friday 16 March, 11.00am – 1.00pm (set up from 10.30am) at Newcastle Centre for Sport, NE4 9GL. Book your FREE space today: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 0191 433 4697.

During 2012 VisitEngland will be running a £4m campaign to encourage UK residents to holiday and take more short breaks within the UK.  As part of this they are developing a 2012 website which will be supported by television advertising.