April / May statistics and research

This section provides an overview of and quick links to statistics, research and forecasts published by VisitBritain in April 2010 / May 2010.

Headline statistics and trends

Topline figures on inbound tourism, domestic tourism, employment and accommodation.

Latest visitor trends data

Headline UK tourism trends - 23rd February 2010 (pdf file): a one-page summary covering the latest results from the International Passenger Survey, the UK Tourism Survey and the UK Occupancy Survey.

UK tourism trends

Trends Update:

• Issue 126 (24 March 2010).
• Issue 125 (9 March 2010) (pdf file).

Inbound tourism

Intelligence on overseas markets, including statistics, forecasts, market profiles and commentary.

Visits to the UK from overseas

Latest IPS data: Charts and reports showing the latest provisional data from the International Passenger Survey.

Publications: Foresight

Foresight Issue 78 - April 2010 (pdf file):

• Market Focus - Inbound visitors to Britain staying between 4 and 7 nights
• Issue of the Month - The BBC and inbound tourism

Foresight Issue 77 - March 2010 (pdf file):

• Market Focus - The cruise sector
• Issue of the Month - The importance of holidays in life