GHW Golf Tours Director Derek Anderson Highlights Value-Driven Approach at Scottish Golf Tourism Week
Aberdeen, Scotland – March 20, 2025 – GHW Golf Tours was honoured to be among the key voices representing Scotland's golf tourism industry at Scottish Golf Tourism Week, held in Aberdeen from March 18–20. Company Director Derek Anderson, who also serves as Chairman of the Scottish Inbound Golf Tour Operators Association (SIGTOA), played a leading role in discussions surrounding the future of the sector.
With golf tourism contributing approximately £300 million annually to the Scottish economy, Scottish Golf Tourism Week brings together international tour operators, destination partners, and suppliers to drive forward collaboration and growth.
“It’s vital that we keep Scotland an accessible, world-class destination for golfers of all backgrounds,” said Anderson. “Fair pricing and a strong visitor experience must remain the focus if we want to maintain Scotland’s position as the Home of Golf.”
Championing Fair Pricing and Sustainable Growth
Anderson, whose company GHW Golf Tours has been arranging bespoke Scotland golf tours for over 15 years, used the platform to highlight growing concerns around inflated green fees and package pricing. He cautioned that such trends risk pricing out key international markets, particularly from the USA, Canada, and Asia, where GHW Golf Tours continues to see strong demand.
He emphasised the need for value-driven tourism and transparency, noting that many international visitors are already opting for more competitively priced golf destinations. His insights were featured in a recent Herald Scotland article titled “Scottish Golf Tourism at Risk from ‘Overly-Inflated Rates’”.
A Trusted Leader in Golf Travel
Founded in 2009, GHW Golf Tours has built a reputation for personalised service, local expertise, and exceptional golfing experiences across Scotland and beyond. The company works with over 500 golf groups annually, crafting tailored itineraries to iconic destinations such as St Andrews, Royal Dornoch, Turnberry, and Kingsbarns.
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Looking Ahead
As the golf travel landscape evolves, GHW Golf Tours remains committed to delivering exceptional value, world-class service, and a sustainable vision for the future of Scottish golf tourism.
“We’re not just booking tee times—we’re ambassadors for Scottish golf,” added Anderson. “It’s our job to ensure that every visitor leaves with memories of a lifetime and a desire to return.”
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