Humza Yousaf faces vote over Airbnb-style short-term let law
The Herald - Brian DonnellyFirst Minister Humza Yousaf will be the target of a barrage on behalf of an unlikely uprising
Scottish tourism chief: Evidence points to significant loss
The HeraldScotland’s short-term let sector represents a significant part of the tourism economyand contributes directly to local communities.The Scottish Tourism
New study reveals Highlands could benefit by £400m annually through tourism investment.
Study by Stevens & Associates.
Lochcarron calls for visitor vehicle levy to temper over-tourism
Ross-Shire Journal - Scott MacLennan A new proposal with a Highland slant to tackle over-tourism and generate funds for the public
Highland Tourism CIC announces world-first in renewables partnership
Highland Renewables launches in Highland capital
Work set to get underway on Inverness energy centre
Scottish Construction NowConstruction work is set to get underway on a new energy centre in Castle Street, Inverness.Three projects along
Hogwarts Express steam train cancelled over safety issues
BBC News
Services on the "Hogwarts Express" steam train have been cancelled in the Scottish Highlands over safety issues.
The popular tourist
Dornoch set for golf tourism drive as prestigious events head north
Press & Journal - John RossRoyal Dornoch Golf Club is hosting the prestigious Vagliano and Junior Vagliano Trophies on June
Falls of Foyers toilet and motorhome waste facilities project opens
Highland CouncilFalls of Foyers new public toilets and motorhome waste facilities were officially opened on Friday 16 June 2023 with
Highland tourist attraction once dubbed ‘Harrods of the north’ up for sale
Press & Journal - Kelly WilsonIt cost £1.4 million to rebuild following a fire in 2013, but is now being
Deep Dive on Drones
The Intermountain - Taylor MckinnieELKINS — Community members learned how to fly drones and use them for tourism marketing during
Buy your own railway station! Stunning former Victorian buildings in Highlands on the market
Press & Journal - David MackayThe Grantown East property is up for sale after the former heritage centre and restaurant
New owners of former Grantown railway station turned tourism attraction being sought.
Strathspey & Badenoch Herald - Gavin MusgroveTop-end agents Savills have announced the sale of the ex-Highland Heritage and Culture Centre
Tourists can now enjoy an immersive audio tour whilst travelling on the West Highland Line
Rail Advent - Chloe WhiteTourists travelling on the West Highland line can now enjoy its brand new audio tour, which
Scots charity bags bumper £200k funding from Government to inspire youngsters with agriculture
Deadline News - Georgia AbbottA SCOTS charity has been provided with £200,000 of funding by the Scottish Government in an
Scotland’s Rural College reveals range of activities for pet owners Royal Highland Show stall
Deadline News - Angus ColemanSCOTLAND’S Rural College (SRUC) is bringing its expertise to life through a wide range of family-friendly
Kate Forbes MSP becomes Highland Tourism CIC Ambassador
TOURISM AMBASSADOR ROLE FOR KATE FORBES MSP AS COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY AIMS TO BE A WORLD LEADER
Kate Forbes MSP (Skye,
Ness Walk ‘leading the way’ with sustainable tourism in the Highlands
The Press & Journal - Louise Glen Highland hotel Ness Walk is “leading the way” with sustainable tourism that does not
Scottish Highlands ready to welcome food and drink enthusiasts this summer
Scotland Food & Drink
Visitors to the Scottish Highlands now have direct access to over 250 food and drink experiences, thanks
Critically endangered Scottish wildcat kittens born at Highland Wildlife Park
The Daily Record - Sarah Ward & Alexander SmailA group of five Scottish wildcat kittens have been born at the
Iconic Highland hotels reopen following £1.8 million makeover
Highland Coast Hotels has announced the official reopening of Plockton Inn and The Tongue Hotel on the world-famous North Coast
Highland tourism tells small business minister Richard Lochhead of A9 dualling and staffing concerns
The Press & Journal - Ross HempseedHighland business leaders have stressed the urgency of A9 dualling with the Scottish Government’s
NEC asked to put efforts to promote home stays in NE
Highland PostUnion Minister for Tourism, Culture, DoNER G Kishan Reddy has asked the North Eastern Council (NEC) to make efforts
New Castle Stuart golf course will be playable by next year
The Press & Journal - John RossWork to build a new championship golf course at Cabot Highlands will start in
Work to start soon on second championship course at Cabot Highlands
The Scotsman - Martin DempsterWork on a second championship course at Cabot Highlands, which is already home to Castle Stuart
The struggle to find a home in a picture-postcard village
BBC News Sitting on the shores of Loch Broom, Ullapool is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Highlands. The
Nessie tourism centre seeking staff ahead of new season
Strathspey & Badenoch HeraldIt’s a legend that has intrigued and enthralled for centuries.Now, aspiring Nessie-hunters will be thrilled to learn
Short-term let providers across Highlands reminded of licence requirements and looming deadline for action
The Ross-Shire Journal - Hector MacKenzieALL hosts of short-term lets across the Highlands are legally required to obtain a new
Highland Coast Hotels hire global hospitality veteran
The Herald - Brian Donnelly An industry veteran with experience across the world has been unveiled as the new chief of
Tourism network launches nationwide roadshow
The Oban Times - Susan Windrow Scotland’s community tourism network is launching a nationwide roadshow in a bid to support existing
Tourism leaders join Visit Inverness Loch Ness Board
Scottish Business NewsVISIT Inverness Loch Ness (VILN) has appointed three new directors and a new Vice-Chair to its Board.Following its AGM
Inverness and Loch Ness heat of the Highland Shortbread Showdown takes place this weekend
The Inverness Courier - Andrew DixonThe Inverness and Loch Ness heat of the Highland Shortbread Showdown, organised by Visit Inverness
Graham Rooney of Platform 1864 named Tourism & Hospitality Hero at Thistle Awards
The Caterer - Jungmin SeoGraham Rooney was crowned Tourism & Hospitality Hero at the Thistle Awards held in Edinburgh on