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Article: Scotland's many sides: interest in the destination is on the upswing, based on evidence from Visit Scotland Expo 2002. (Destination: Europe).(22nd annual VisitScotland Expo )(Brief Article)
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- May 27, 2002
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As the bagpipers at the 22nd annual VisitScotland Expo travel trade fair strutted through the hall in white T-shirts and pants, a clear signal was sent that Scotland is no longer only tartan and tradition. In addition to representation by distillery and golf exhibitors, outdoor adventure suppliers and boutique hotels were prominent, indicating that Scotland is an increasingly diverse destination.
Travel buyers from 20 countries--including 65 S.C.O.T.S. (Specialist Counselor on Travel to Scotland) agents from the U.S.--attended the event, which was held in Glasgow April 10-11 and featured 260 exhibitor booths. The fair received record numbers this year, with 1,250 ...