1. The Tourism Geography of Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man

2. Learning Objectives 1. Demonstrate a knowledge of the main tourist regions in Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man. 2. Understand the distribution and importance of coastal resorts and resources in Scotland, Wales, and the Isle of Man. 3. Recognise the increasing role being played by heritage resources and attractions in these countries. 4. Recognise the importanceof rural resources in Scottish and Welsh tourism. 5. Understand the importance of the major cities of Scotland and Wales as business and leisure tourism centres.

3. Scotland: Introduction Gaelic Language and Culture Scenic variety Cultural Heritage VisitScotland

4. The Southern Uplands Small Towns Gateway to Scotland Abbeys Peebles The Burns Trail The Ayrshire Coast

5. The Central Lowlands Edinburgh The Scottish Assembly The Royal Mile The Hollyrood Palace The Castle Other Attractions Business Centre Glasgow Industrial City European City of Culture Stirling

6. The Highlands and Islands Mountains and Lochs Divided by Glenmore Sea Lochs Sparse population Tourism important economically Transport difficult Skye The Orkneys The Shetlands The Grampians The Trossachs Cairngorm Mountain and Avemore

7. Wales: Introduction The Welsh language The Celtic heritage Non-conformism Sporting heritage Devolution The Welsh Assembly

8. Wales North Wales Scenic variety Snowdonia National Park Cultural Heartland Tourism Important in Economy North Wales Coast Resorts Anglesey Mid-Wales Cardigan Bay Spas Aberystwyth Difficult Communications South Wales Easily Accessible (Severn Bridge) Cardiff Swansea Brecon Beacons

9. The Isle of Man Ferry services/Ronaldsway Airport Douglas Cultural Heritage Peel/ Laxey Natural Heritage Transport Heritage Tourist Trophy (TT) Races/ Trams and Railways Accommodation Department of Tourism and Leisure