Graham Eunson announces retirement from Tomatin Distillery leaving remarkable legacy
Tomatin releases limited edition single malt whisky to celebrate Graham’s contribution. Graham Eunson, Master Distiller and Distillery Operations Director at Tomatin,
Industry Update: All Aboard! Steamship Sir Walter Scott 125th Anniversary Year Cruises Set Sail This Saturday at Loch Katrine
Steamship Sir Walter Scott, one of Scotland’s most famous maritime heritage icons, has sailed on Loch Katrine since 1900 and
Timberbush Tours’ New Lochs, Waterfalls and Rewilding Experience
Timberbush Tours is proud to announce a brand-new tour and they’re committed to planting a tree for every ticket sold. Highland
Time to enter Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards – tourism businesses given a chance to shine on the big stage!
Businesses across the north of Scotland are being encouraged to enter this year’s Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards.
The best in
Scotland’s Breathtaking Highlands Fort William Transforms with Thriving Tourism, Historic Charm, and Exciting New Businesses After Past Criticism
Fort William in Scotland is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with booming tourism, vibrant new businesses, and a rich historical legacy
Highland food and drink businesses can get a taste of net zero benefits
Food and drink businesses in the region can get support with their net zero ambitions thanks to a new support
Key Milestones Reached in Inverness Castle Transformation Project
The Inverness Castle Experience has reached two key milestones: the completion of glazing on the new link building and the
Maggie Cunningham joins Highland CIC Board
One of the Highlands’ foremost media and cultural heritage experts has joined the board of Highland CIC, adding decades of
John O’Groats Trail set to be worth £1m to local economy this year
The John O’Groats Trail is reckoned to have boosted the local economy of the north Highlands by around £900,000 in
Highland CIC Ambassador Meetings
We kicked off 2025 with an online meeting regarding tourism tax. With thanks to our passionate Ambassadors who took part
Representatives from Cabot Highland, Nairn Golf Club and Royal Dornoch Golf Club promote Highlands at world’s biggest golf industry event in Orlando, Florida
A GROUP attending the world’s biggest golf industry trade fair in the USA has been highlighting the lure of the
Inverness Castle’s new tourist attraction recruiting for three jobs
A NEW tourist attraction at Inverness Castle is advertising for three key jobs ahead of its opening this year.
The Inverness
Highland Chambers of Commerce urge caution on Visitor Levy Scheme
The four Highland Chambers of Commerce have voiced strong concerns about the proposed introduction of a visitor levy scheme in
Jan Tucker joins Highland CIC Board
Highland CIC is excited to announce the appointment of Jan Tucker to its Board of Directors. As the Solution Owner
Highland group’s sustainability movement launch cross-sector initiative at ambassador gathering
The group behind Highland Tourism CIC and Highland Renewables yesterday launched Highland CIC, in a move that will formally unite
Planit Scotland teams up with Highland Tourism to support sustainable tourism goals
Community interest company (CIC), Highland Tourism, has welcomed award-winning marketing team Planit Scotland as a premier partner to support the
Innovative Digital 3D Scanning of Historic Highland Artefacts for the Inverness Castle Experience
Highlife NewsroomAn exciting 3D scanning project, digitally capturing historical objects from various museums across the Highlands was completed this week.
Tomatin takes the Trophy at this year’s International Wine and Spirits Competition
Highland distillery Tomatin has added another award to its collection after its Legacy single malt was announced as a Trophy winner
‘I’ve never seen anything like this’: Fairy Pools tour boss could axe Skye trips after waiting four hours to park
A Highland-based tour operator is considering cancelling trips to the Fairy Pools on Skye as road chaos leads to five-hour
Finalists announced for Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024
Forres Gazette - Niall Harris'sFinalists in this year’s Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards (HIFAD), supported by Highlands and
Yvonne Crook shortlisted as Social Enterprise Volunteer Champion by Social Enterprise Scotland
Highland Tourism CIC is thrilled to announce that our co-founder and dedicated volunteer, Yvonne Crook, has been shortlisted for the
Visitor income to Highland golf clubs has soared
Research for a group of more than 30 Highlands golf clubs has found that visitor income to them has soared
The Highlands village voted one of the ‘most beautiful’ in UK is in perfect NC500 location
Ullapool is one of the most scenic villages in Scotland which offers a perfect respite to those travelling in the
Tomatin Distillery launches The Sherry Collection, a trio of single malts which celebrates sherry’s renaissance
Highland distiller Tomatin has unveiled an impressive trio of new single malts today, The Sherry Collection.
Available now from specialist retailers
First ever Young Ambassadors’ Forum to boost sustainable tourism in the Highlands
A group of young Highlanders have joined forces to launch a new forum that aims to boost sustainable tourism in
David Richardson: Tourism challenges lie ahead on a personal and much wider level
After 13 very happy years with the Federation of Small Businesses, August sees me transition to the North Coast 500.
I’m
Tomatin announces the return of The Antiquary – a modern whisky revival in bold new packaging with three exceptional whiskies
Scottish distiller Tomatin has revealed three new expressions from The Antiquary, as it relaunches the brand with a bold new look
George McNeil joins Highland Tourism CIC as brand ambassador
Highland Tourism CIC’s transformational vision for the Highlands to become a world leading sustainable destination brand will be supported by
Anger as VisitScotland announces all 25 information centres including Inverness to close
The Inverness Courier - Val Sweeney The planned closure of all VisitScotland’s information centres - including Inverness - has prompted
Championship Course at Royal Dornoch named as Scotland’s best course
The Northern Times - Caroline McCmorranROYAL Dornoch savoured success in front of an international audience at the prestigious 2024 Scottish
Highland tourism industry needs ‘collective voice’ over visitor levy
John O'Groat Journal & Caithness Courier - Alan Hendry Highland tourism needs a “collective industry voice” to set out the priorities
Tourism vision for infamous manor once owned by occultist Aleister Crowley
STV News - Iain Ramage
A piece of Highland history with an infamous past is rising from the ashes to become
Highland firms urged to get involved in food waste initiative
John o'Groats Journal & Caithness Courier - Gregor White
Food and drink businesses in the Highland Council area interested in improving
Flow Country regeneration ‘could be worth £400m to far north’
John o'Groat Journal & Caithness Courier - Alan HendryFlow Country regeneration could be worth hundreds of millions of pounds to
Highland Tourism Ambassadors Girls on Hills win prestigious outdoor award
The Great Outdoors Reader Awards have established a reputation as the UK's biggest democratic celebration of the people, places and
Highland Coast Hotels adds to portfolio with new four-star hotel in Inverness
John Perkins
Photo Credit: Paul Campbell
Highland Coast Hotels, the Scottish-based hotel group, has added its eighth property to its portfolio.
Lochardil House
Scotland on film: How firms benefit from some celluloid magic
The Press & Journal - Peter Ranscombe Promoting the north and north-east as destinations for filming is essential to capitalise on
Kate Forbes in call for ‘national emergency’ to protect Highlands and Islands
The National - Laura Pollock AREAS of demographic concern in the Highlands and Islands should be considered a “national emergency” by
Statkraft to acquire major Loch Ness pumped storage hydro project from Intelligent Land Investments Group
Statkraft, Europe’s largest renewable power generator, has agreed to acquire the Red John Pumped Storage Hydro Scheme, from Intelligent Land
ScotGov Tourism Minister welcomes Highland Tourism CIC
Highland Tourism Community Interest Company has met with Richard Lochhead, Scottish Government Minister for Small Business, Innovation, Tourism and Trade,
New tourism ‘Press Pause’ initiative to be rolled out to Brora
The Northern Times - Caroline McMorranNEW tourism initiative is to be launched in an East Sutherland community, it has been
‘Huge milestone’: £3.2 million contract awarded for John O’ Groats Mill renovations
Press & Journal - Bailey MoretonThe people of John O’Groats are hoping renovations to a century-old water mill can give
Highland Tourism CIC announces leading renewable energy company as a Premier Sponsor.
Highland Tourism Community Interest Company (HTCIC) has announced a Premier Sponsor for its Highland Renewables activities. Statkraft, Europe’s largest renewable
Gairloch and Loch Ewe Action Forum (GALE) scoops award at Highlands and Islands Thistle Awards
The Ross-Shire Journal - Iona M. J. MacDonaldGairloch and Loch Ewe Action Forum (GALE) has scooped the Celebrating Thriving Communities
International tourism award honour for Dundreggan Rewilding Centre in the Highlands
The Inverness Courier - Philip Murray
Travel writers have handed the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre an international tourism award.
The centre, which is
Event & Outside Caterers win Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Ambassadors Award
Husband and wife team Mike and Yvonne Crook of Good Highland Food have been named Food & Drink Ambassadors of
‘Far north of Scotland’ named in top 10 regions to visit in the world
The Press & Journal - Alberto LejaraggaThe Scottish region has been named the 10th best region in the world to
Community Projects in Keith Secure Funding to Help Them Go Green
Two community projects in Keith are to receive grants to help them become more energy efficient, thanks to funding from
Sold out Highland Golf Links Pro Am 2023
Event set to host 75 teams from around the world.
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
Culloden battlefield: Highland cows’ great impact on conservation
The Herald - Ema Sabljak
THE site of the last battle on British soil has been brought closer to its historic
Expansion for major tourist attraction, Nairn housing development promises ‘better quality of life’ and hope for new Wester Ross jobs
The Press and Journal Evening Express - Stuart FindlayIt’s time for Planning Ahead – our weekly round-up of the latest
Scotland ferries: Six month freeze on fares to help rural communities
The Herald - Craig Williams Fares on ferries serving some of the most remote communities in Scotland will be frozen for
Gold for Noss Head lighthouse cottage in Green Tourism Awards
John O'Groat Journal and Caithness Courier - Alan Hendry The operators of a lighthouse cottage in Caithness have struck gold in
In pictures: Revamp of Inverness Castle takes shape
BBC NewsA building project to transform Inverness Castle into a tourist destination has reached the six-month mark.The 19th Century red
Tongue Community Council warned that land sale opposition could jeopardise £10.5m North Coast Health and Social Care Hub plan
The Northern Times - Caroline McMorranA SENIOR Highland Council official has warned Tongue Community Council that it is putting in
Tomatin Distillery named Sustainable Distillery of the Year
Icons of Whisky Awards 2023
Highland hotels and Uni offer ‘First Steps into Hospitality’
Scottish Licensed Trade NewsHIGHLAND hospitality businesses have teamed up with the UHI North Highland university to launch a new hospitality
Highland Tourism Community Interest Company has sustainable vision
The Inverness CourierHighland Tourism Community Interest Company (Highland Tourism CIC) has grown from a standing start when it was formed
Staff at Tain restaurant celebrate boss’s Highlands and Islands Tourism Award
Ross-Shire Journal - Ian Duncan
Graham Rooney, the owner of the Platform 1864 restaurant, was named tourism and hospitality hero at
Councillors told tourism is vital to the economic recovery of the Highlands
John O'Groat Journal & Caithness Courier - Gordon CalderTourism is vital to the economic recovery of the Highlands and it
Inverness city vision
Half a billion pounds earmarked for projects by 2035
Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards
HIFAD 2022 winners revealed at ceremony at the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness
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COST OF LIVING CRISIS: Call for extra help for hospitality sector in Highlands amid warnings some tourism businesses may face being mothballed over winter due to rising energy prices
The Inverness Courier - Val SweeneyExtra help is needed by the hospitality sector in the Highlands to deal with the
IN FULL: The nominees for Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards
The Press & Journal - Chris Cromar
The shortlist for this year’s Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards (HITA) has been announced.
The
‘He loves Caithness and the people love him’: How King Charles kept a promise to his granny to forge a strong connection with the far north
The Press & Journal - Stuart FindlayIf his track record in Caithness is anything to go by, we should be
