Why Glasgow

  • Must-see city - Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2009 ranks Glasgow as one of the world's top ten cities to visit.
  • Extensive city support - to help balance the budget and ensure high delegate attendance.
  • Easy to get to - Scotland's most accessible destination with three international airports and direct flights from 116 destinations.
  • World class venues - including the award winning Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre, six major conference hotels and three universities.
  • Great choice of accommodation  - over 17,000 rooms, ranging from budget accommodation to five star hotels, all within close proximity of conference venues, hotels and restaurants. 
  • Easy to get around - a compact and walkable city, easy for visitors to find their way around and offers a campus feel for delegates.  
  • Affordable city for organisers and delegates  - Glasgow is ranked by the Mercer Cost of Living Survey as one of Europe's most cost effective cities. 
  • Fun & memorable social programme  - delegates can enjoy Scottish hospitality and traditions including whisky tasting, piping and ceilidh dancing.
  • Historic & cultural city - more than 20 free museums and art galleries, discounted city tours for delegates and a wide range of visitor attractions.
  • Ideally located for exploring Scotland - a short journey from breathtaking Scottish scenery, including Loch Lomond and famous mountains, historic castles and golf courses.
  • Excellent track record in hosting major conferences = safe pair of hands.

 


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Glasgow: The Facts

Best UK Convention Bureau 2007 - 2012

  • Three international airports
  • Direct flights from 100 destinations
  • 40 return flights per day from London
  • 17,000 bedrooms
  • Host of the 2014 Commonwealth Games
  • European City of the Year 2011