Excellence in Tourism: What does an authentic Highland experience mean?

You’re invited to join our upcoming tourism industry engagement session.

The event will feature a networking lunch and a panel discussion. The focus will be on achieving excellence in the tourism sector and defining what constitutes a genuinely authentic Highland experience.

Why attend?

• Opportunity to network with 50 industry peers.
• Hear from four passionate tourism professionals on how they deliver and view authentic Highland experiences.
• Highland & Islands Thistle Awards: the significant value in entering or getting involved with the awards scheme.

Your three panelists are:

• Marina Huggett, Chair, Achnagairn Estate: VisitScotland Silver Thistle Award 2025 and lifelong advocate of the Highland hospitality industry.
• Calum Montgomery, Chef Patron, Edinbane Lodge: Scottish Chef of the Year 2025 and VisitScotland Thistle Awards Best Eating Experience 2023.
• Grace Robinson, Loch Ness Hub & Travel: Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards Rising Star 2025.
• Kay Gillespie: inspirational Scottish travel blogger and one of the Top 100 Women in Tourism.

We're sure you'll leave the event inspired, informed and better connected. This event is free to attend as part of Highland & Islands Thistle Awards engagement strategy.

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