Tourism and the Cairngorms National Park 2005

This document contains an introduction to tourism in the Cairngorms National Park. The Cairngorms National Park Authority was awarded the European Charter for Sustainable Tourism in July 2005, the first in the UK. Tourism is the primary source of income and employment for the park and brings in around 1.4 million visits each year. Most visitors come for holidays or short breaks, spending money on accomodations, food and drink, shopping, entertainment and transport. Many visitors like walking and sightseeing, and at least 75% would like to better understand the park's heritage. The Cairngorms National Park Authority aims to increase awareness of the area and encourage visitors to conserve nature and wildlife by implementing objectives such as working with local organizations to achieve a stronger communication and improving the delivery of advice and training, as well as easier access to financial assistance,