Scotland is due a significant tourism boost according to a report which shows that overseas visitors to Scotland are expanding at a rate that exceeds the UK average.

The study was undertaken by Barclays who concluded that by 2017 spending in Scotland by tourists will increase by 40 percent, with US tourists spending expected to trump spending by French and German visitors. The UK average increase is expected to be 34 percent over the same period.

In all, it’s thought that Scotland will earn £2.3 billion a year from overseas visitors by 2017. A number which Barclays believes will be helped by several notable initiatives, including the V&A Museum, the Ryder Cup and the Commonwealth Games. Visa restrictions were also fingered as being likely to encourage tourism growth.

Barclays Corporate Banking Scotland managing director, Ally Scott, said that 2014 will provide unseen growth for Scottish tourism.

“There is no doubt that 2014 will provide an unprecedented boost for tourism in Scotland but it is welcome news that the afterglow will continue for the sector in the longer term,” explained Scott. “That is not to say the industry can rest on its laurels – it is key that this year is used as a showcase of what Scotland can offer with a view to encouraging visitors back and that is why legacy has been a core theme.”

Adding that, “Businesses putting in the time and effort to understand their client demographic and to talk to their audience through whatever channels they use, be it social media or more traditional, will carve out an advantage that will enable them to offer something more tailored for each nationality that visits our shores.”

Wild Horizon Motorhome Hire, an Essex-based provider of luxury campervan hire, said that the findings don’t come as a surprise to them as Scotland has long been a favoured destination amongst their clientele for years.

“Scotland, with its scenic countryside, vibrant history and friendly people, is one of the best countries in the world to visit and we’re not shocked in the slightest that Barclays, along with many other experts, expect something of a tourism boom within the next few years,” said a spokeswoman for Wild Horizon Motorhome Hire.

“We have a lot of customers who hire campervans and visit mainland Europe but there is also a huge number of people who drive up to Scotland to discover the very best that the country has to offer,” explained a spokeswoman. “To truly experience Scotland in all its glory we definitely recommend hiring one of our luxury motorhomes.”

Wild Horizon Motorhome Hire is one of Europe’s largest rental companies, providing a variety of lavish campverans. Visit their website at www.wildhorizon.co.uk to book your dream Scottish holiday today.

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