Scotch Whisky Tourism Gives Economy Massive Boost

[William]

Scotch Whisky distilleries and visitor centres give a much-needed boost to the economy, the job market and bring growing numbers of international tourists to Scotland, according to a survey published today.

The Scotch Whisky and Tourism report commissioned by the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) from 4-consulting also identified the "distillery effect" which sees tourism and cultural clusters forming in production areas. Scotch Whisky export growth is encouraging new tourists from countries which are discovering a taste for Scotch to come to Scotland. Such visitors tend to spend more while visiting Scotland.

Read more here:
www.scotchmaltwhisky.co.uk/scotchwhiskytourism.htm

[Drover]

I plan on boosting it some more in September with a trip to Speyside