Testimonials from the media

I've known and worked with Ian for the last ten years and I often refer to him as the 'Wizard of Travel PR.' He's never let me down, is always 100 per cent efficient, is brimming with ideas and enthusiasm and completely committed to his work. When looking for ideas and stories, one of my first thoughts is always 'ask Ian.' Partly because he is a mine of information, partly because of his diligence and thorough approach, but also because he is great fun! I always come away from our conversations feeling more upbeat and uplifted.

Jane Lovatt, travel editor, Prima Magazine

Ian knows just how to communicate his clients' news in a way that will fire an editor's imagination. He's also unfailingly quick, efficient and thorough when providing info and support. We've worked together on many projects over the past five years or so, all of which have resulted in successful features for me and great coverage for Ian's clients.

Kate Simon, travel editor, Independent on Sunday

Ian is the best kind of PR. He offers plenty of sharp feature ideas. He's quick to respond to queries. And he's helpful, knowledgeable and friendly.

Alison Rice, travel journalist & broadcaster

If there were a PR Rock Star it would pretty much be you, Ian! I will be using as many of these as possible!!

Jessica Ainlay, freelance travel journalist and editor of AngloFile

Is there anyone PR Ian Weightman doesn't know in the travel industry? Well, if you witnessed him at World Travel Market, you would see that he has to be one of the most popular PRs in the business. He has a queue of people waiting to see him!! He's a true professional, helpful, competent and extremely hard-working. Is there anything wrong with him? I didn't see many biscuits on his WTM table!!

Trisha Harbord, travel editor, News of the World

I've worked with Ian for around 15 years. His background briefings are informative, pertinent and very readable. His ideas of a good story are always sound, and some of my most enjoyable assignments have come about after a familiarisation visit organised by Ian or because of a well-directed approach.

Hilary Macaskill, freelance travel writer

It's always a pleasure to work with Ian, I can rest assured that any trip he's organising is going to be perfect for the magazine and the journalist will have a great time. He knows his patch very well and always comes up with great ideas to get press coverage.

Devinder Bains, features editor, CHAT magazine

Ian has provided a lot support to my work including helping organising media visits, supplying with destination information, etc. He understands our needs clearly even through we are promoting Britain from an overseas office. It is always enjoyable to work with Ian. He never fails to meet my expectations.

Jia Liu, press & PR marketing executive, VisitBritain China

Ian has a good eye for a story and always seems to know what journalists will jump at. The Chesterfield area has had great coverage in national, regional and international publications, as a result of Ian’s contacts and the press releases he writes from the bare bones information we send him. He’s practical and down to earth, and always gets results.

Bernadette Wainwright, Cultural Services Manager, Chesterfield Borough Council

Testimonials from clients

What I particularly enjoy about working with Ian is the absence of 'mwah, mwah,' designer suits or a Porche parked outside. Ian Weightman is a no-nonsense, cost-effective practical PR professional, the real deal. Journalists recognise that in him and so do I.

Chris Dee, Tourism Manager for The Cotswolds and Royal Forest of Dean

It's great to see how quickly Ian has embraced the social network revolution. If he's half as good in that field as he is in the 'traditional' PR world, then it's going to bring even more benefits to both his clients and the media. He's the first person I think of whenever I'm in need of any PR support for my clients.

Arthur Fielder, Managing Director Fielder Green Associates

Derby Tourism have used Ian Weightman's services for a number of years. Ian has a keen sense for the product or story with potential, and clearly has great respect and trust amongst his journalistic contacts. We have been delighted with the coverage which Ian has helped us to achieve and would not hesitate to recommend his services.

Stella Birks, Visitor Services Development Manager, Derby Tourism

The interest and help we have had from Ian Weightman has always been very helpful and positive leading to some great press coverage for Three Ways House and The Pudding Club. Ian has a refreshingly down to earth approach which gets results!

Jill Coombe, Owner, Three Ways House and The Pudding Club

Visit Herefordshire has asked Ian to undertake its public relations activity for the last 10 years. During that time he's always offered a professional service, whilst at the same time maintaining the confidence of us as a client - even though he works with many other similar organisations across the region. He's a hospitable person who has excellent contacts in the media world. He also commands the respect of all the journalists who I've met. We hope that the long partnership continues.

Jane Lewis, Tourism Food and Marketing Manager, Visit Herefordshrie

The Club has now been working with Weightman PR for almost 18 months and discovering Ian was our equivalent of striking gold! Ian's honest, pro-active and extremely effective approach to travel and tourism PR coupled with his vast array of contacts, has helped boost The Club's profile within the mainstream media.

Jon Dale, PR Manager, Camping & Caravanning Club

Ian has a good eye for a story and always seems to know what journalists will jump at. The Chesterfield area has had great coverage in national, regional and international publications, as a result of Ian’s contacts and the press releases he writes from the bare bones information we send him. He’s practical and down to earth, and always gets results.

Bernadette Wainwright, Cultural Services Manager, Chesterfield Borough Council

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