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Youngsters work as quality and tourism advisors
A group of high school pupils got a taste of working for the national tourism organisation by stepping into the shoes of Quality and Tourism Advisors for the day. The four pupils from Lornshill Academy in Alloa, Clackmannanshire, visited Highland Safaris in Perthshire to gain first-hand experience at the Scottish tourism industry’s frontline. The visitor…
Read More8 beach holidays that won’t ruin New Year’s resolutions
Travel agents all over the Scotland will be busy preparing for Sunshine Saturday tomorrow, 5 January. Holidaymakers are set to click ‘book now’ on their beach holiday destination of choice, but how does this fit in with the one in five of us setting our 2019 resolutions this week? In a recent survey, ‘to get…
Read MoreScots shaping up given a healthy helping hand
Almost four in five of Scots plan to kick off the new year by going on a diet. That’s according to a survey undertaken as part of a new Specially Selected Pork campaign. New research, commissioned by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) and carried out by Censuswide, reveals the majority of Scots are set to commit…
Read MoreScotland’s islands offer a break with a difference
Scotland is proud of its diverse nature, from the busy cities, to the unique locales of the islands. Loch Gorm House is a luxury five-star Gold B&B with spectacular sea views of Jura and across Loch Indaal. Recently refurbished, the guesthouse offers well-appointed accommodation that is close to all of the island’s main attractions. Owner…
Read MoreHighlands and islands in top 10 must see 2019 places
Scotland’s Highlands and islands have been named as one of the world’s must visit top regions for 2019. Travel authority, Lonely Planet, has revealed that the regions have been listed amongst its top 10 ‘Best in Travel’ destinations for 2019 – the only Scottish destination to be included. The region receives the accolade in the…
Read MoreTime to think about having a new year getaway
With Christmas over for another year, the festive break can be the perfect time for thinking about the future and more importantly, holidays, according to Macdonald Resorts. December and January are the peak times for holiday bookings, and Macdonald Resorts is helping people to plan ahead with a fixed low deposit of £99 on all…
Read MoreThere’s far more to Windsor than just the castle
With all the lingering excitement of the Royal Wedding and the confirmation that the new Duke and Duchess of Sussex are about to make it their permanent home, now is a good time to visit Windsor to see what all the fuss is about. Although just an hour from central London, it’s easy to visit…
Read MoreWeather ravages cost the grouse industry £10million
Scotland’s economy and local communities will have missed out on over £10m of economic benefits due to a weather-ravaged grouse shooting season this year, a new survey has revealed. The 2018 season officially closed last week but Scotland’s Regional Moorland Groups, who conducted the survey, say many estates stopped earlier due to a lack of…
Read MoreOn the seventh day of Christmas… Loch Gorm House
On the seventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me, the gift of the islands. Loch Gorm House is a luxury five-star Gold B&B with spectacular sea views of Jura and across Loch Indaal. Recently refurbished, the guesthouse offers well-appointed accommodation that is close to all of the island’s main attractions. Owner Fiona…
Read MoreBad Girl Bakery steps out into the city
An acclaimed bakery in the highlands has expanded into Inverness city centre. Acclaimed Muir of Ord bakery and café Bad Girl Bakery has opened a new outlet by Eastgate Shopping Centre with the launch of the Cake & Coffee Caravan. The Cake & Coffee Caravan will serve coffees and hot chocolates alongside a range of…
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