The 2012 Games-related Tourism Objectives for Scotland are as follows: Raising our Profile – We want to provide a sustainable boost to the visitor economy. Hosting football events at Hampden Stadium will raise the profile of Scotland and we will maximise the potential this opportunity creates. Visitor Economy - Growing visitor numbers to Scotland before, during and after the Games, securing increased Scottish visitor numbers a lasting legacy. To persuade independent visitors to extend their stay with a visit to Scotland to offer a complementary visitor experience, such as taking advantage of the myriad of activities the Scottish landscape can provide. Showcasing Scottish culture - We want to use the 2012 Games and the Cultural Olympiad as a catalyst for greater involvement in cultural activities across Scotland and to enhance the image of Scotland as a stimulating, friendly and bold place. Improving tourism and hospitality skills - We hope to make use of new hospitality and tourism schools to improve tourism skills in readiness for the 2012 and 2014 Games.
The Games
Hampden Park near Glasgow plays host to football during the Games.
Torch Relays
The following locations in Scotland will host an evening event as part of the Olympic Torch Relay:
Glasgow - Friday 8th June Inverness - Saturday 9th June Aberdeen - Monday 11th June Dundee - Tuesday 12th June Edinburgh - Wednesday 13th June
For more information visit the Olympic Torch Relay website
Edinburgh will host a Flame Festival evening event on Sunday 26th August as part of the Paralympic Torch Relay.
London 2012 Festival Don't forget to search the London 2012 Festival website for events taking place in your area.
For more information on tourism in Scotland visit, www.visitscotland.org
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London is preparing for the biggest event to be hosted in the city, ever!
The key focus of the region is to help grow the £13 billion visitor economy.
There are plans to attract visitors to the whole region, as well as to St. James' Park.