Ipswich's tourist industry is hoping that people will flock to the area as a staycation destination after the end of lockdown and have launched a new strategy to attract visitors.
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6:00 AM May 27, 2021
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8:33 AM May 27, 2021
All About Ipswich is hoping to see more events like Maritime Ipswich to attract visitors.
- Credit: All About Ipswich
The trade body aiming to attract visitors to Ipswich and the surrounding area has launched a new strategy to try to tap into the short-break market in the wake of the Covid pandemic.
All About Ipswich, the area s Direct Marketing Organisation (DMO), is hoping that a range of projects will help attract new visitors to the area.
Hotels, restaurants, and attractions have been badly hit by the pandemic - but with most people being unable to go on holiday abroad, there are hopes that people can be attracted to areas like Ipswich.
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