Scotland

Arival recently held its event between 23-25 November in Edinburgh, Scotland. Arival Activate Edinburgh was the company’s first event dedicated to the UK, Ireland, and the Nordic regions.

The latest Scotland Starts Here campaign has been launched to help bring more visitors to the Scottish Borders and Dumfries and Galloway over the winter months. 

UKHospitality Scotland is calling for the Scottish Government to introduce at least 40% business rates relief for hospitality businesses.

Scotland may not be the first place that comes to mind when you’re planning a seaside escape, but with dramatic coastlines, crystal clear waters and miles of sandy beaches, it’s the perfect place to indulge in a coastal getaway.  

Custom tour operator Audley Travel surveyed premium travellers about their past and future travel plans, with Western Europe the most popular region for trips over the last five years (49 percent*) and the same number intend to travel in the next two years.

Scotland may be renowned as the perfect place for a romantic elopement, but there is a new wedding trend emerging that is captivating couples seeking a more relaxed approach to their big day.

A new study reveals that Edinburgh Castle is the most Instagrammable destination in Scotland, with a total of 723,165 posts featuring its hashtag.

New data from Booking.com, a global leader in connecting travellers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, great things to do, and transport options, such as flights, car rentals and taxis, reveals Scotland as the top country in the UK with the highest number of most welcoming destinations in the nation.

The creative team behind Castle of Light has revealed a first look at this year’s ‘Magic and Mystery’ themed interactive light trail at Edinburgh Castle, as the countdown to the winter spectacular begins.

With the pandemic far back in the rearview mirror, 2023 is proving to be another year of “revenge travel,” while advance bookings continue to surge. Industry surveys show that travelers are more confident about booking their dream vacations many months and even years in advance to secure their spots for the most desirable experiences. The […]

According to website Solo Traveler, Google searches for solo travel has quadrupled since 2020 with middle-aged women leading the charge in going it alone. 

For those looking for UK breaks recent data has revealed that Scotland is this summer’s must-visit destination, with beaches, countryside and historical landmarks just some of the attractions the country has to offer travellers. 

Celebrated author Michael Pollan once wrote, “At home, I serve the kind of food I know the story behind.” For European Waterways, it’s a philosophy they take to heart on all of the company’s luxury hotel barge cruises. Whether cruising the picturesque countryside of Southern France or the legendary Highlands of Scotland, their cruises offers […]

Many travelers say that their choices of vacation destinations were inspired by popular movies and TV series. Some will seek out the glamour of Paris, the ‘City of Love’, thanks to the popularity of shows like Emily in Paris; others are captivated by the sophistication and elegance of the British aristocrats on a visit to […]

With the pandemic in the rear-view mirror and popular destinations open to international visitors once more, travelers are increasingly confident about booking their dream vacations years ahead to secure their spots for the most desirable experiences. It’s benefiting companies like European Waterways, a luxury hotel barge cruising specialist, which is reporting up to 25 percent […]

Data from holiday home operator, Verdant Leisure, suggests that 2023 may see a boom in UK staycations due to the cost of living.

Sonas Hotel Collection, the largest hospitality employer on the Isle of Skye, has celebrated a successful year with a group travel agent fam trip from 20th – 22nd November 2022 to one of the world’s most beautiful islands on the west coast of Scotland.

A new report out today reveals a staggering 89% of Brits are interested in travelling by themselves to meet new people, with 66% specifically interested in looking for love while on holiday.

Bird Group’s burgeoning hospitality vertical, Roseate Hotels & Resorts has acquired The Dunstane Houses, a luxury five-star boutique hotel in the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland, a fascinating addition to the unique collection of hotels in the United Kingdom.

 Zero-emission aviation pioneer and AGS Airports to collaborate on hydrogen fuel infrastructure and launching zero-emission routes in first-of-a-kind partnership for the UK.