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Wester Ross Victorian-era lodge named as Scotland’s Hotel of the Year

Wester Ross Victorian-era lodge named as Scotland’s Hotel of the Year

Wester Ross Victorian-era lodge named as Scotland’s Hotel of the Year

12 March 2025

A Wester Ross Victorian-era hotel has been named as Scotland’s Hotel of the Year by The Times.


LISTEN: North Coast 500: Ten Years On – benefits and challenges as route marks 10th anniversary

LISTEN: North Coast 500: Ten Years On – benefits and challenges as route marks 10th anniversary

LISTEN: North Coast 500: Ten Years On – benefits and challenges as route marks 10th anniversary

12 March 2025

As the North Coast 500 marks its 10th anniversary, our podcast discusses the issues that the popular route have brought, as well as the benefits.


Ullapool restaurant retains Michelin Guide listing — for third year running

Ullapool restaurant retains Michelin Guide listing — for third year running

Ullapool restaurant retains Michelin Guide listing — for third year running

07 March 2025

The Dipping Lugger, led by head chef David Smith, has won a number of accolades over the years for their restaurant and hotel.


Inverness Chamber of Commerce boss Colin Marr: ‘Spoiler alert, I am not in favour of the visitor levy’

Inverness Chamber of Commerce boss Colin Marr: ‘Spoiler alert, I am not in favour of the visitor levy’

Inverness Chamber of Commerce boss Colin Marr: ‘Spoiler alert, I am not in favour of the visitor levy’

06 March 2025

But senior Highland Council official Malcolm Macleod insists the local authority’s ears are open on thorny questions like VAT.


Ullapool’s highly-anticipated new bar announces opening date

Ullapool’s highly-anticipated new bar announces opening date

Ullapool’s highly-anticipated new bar announces opening date

06 March 2025

A highly-anticipated new bar in the heart of Ullapool has announced their opening date.


More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

04 March 2025

Economic uncertainty and rising costs are among the main challenges faced by businesses in the Highlands, according to a recent survey.


Ferries cancelled amid stormy seas

Ferries cancelled amid stormy seas

Ferries cancelled amid stormy seas

04 March 2025

Strong gales were causing disruption for Highland ferry travellers on Tuesday after the high winds sparked multiple cancellations in the north.


B&B with ‘fantastic reputation’ could be yours for just £649,000

B&B with ‘fantastic reputation’ could be yours for just £649,000

B&B with ‘fantastic reputation’ could be yours for just £649,000

03 March 2025

A popular Highland B&B with "superb" and "excellent" ratings on accommodation websites is on the market after its current owners decided to retire.


WATCH: Your chance to shine a light on leading Highland tourism businesses

WATCH: Your chance to shine a light on leading Highland tourism businesses

WATCH: Your chance to shine a light on leading Highland tourism businesses

03 March 2025

Highland businesses are famous across the world for their renowned hospitality and this is your chance to help showcase the very best.


Ullapool and Invergordon to see introduction of cruise ship tax?

Ullapool and Invergordon to see introduction of cruise ship tax?

Ullapool and Invergordon to see introduction of cruise ship tax?

28 February 2025

The government is seeking views on the proposed levy, which would give local authorities the power to introduce a tax on cruise ships in their area.


Calls for flat-rate tourist tax made as business leaders unite against percentage plan

Calls for flat-rate tourist tax made as business leaders unite against percentage plan

Calls for flat-rate tourist tax made as business leaders unite against percentage plan

27 February 2025

Business leaders across the Highlands have united to back calls for changes to planned tourist levies.


Inverness Castle revamp to cost HIE an extra £863,000

Inverness Castle revamp to cost HIE an extra £863,000

Inverness Castle revamp to cost HIE an extra £863,000

27 February 2025

Work to transform Inverness Castle into a major visitor attraction will cost Highlands and Islands Enterprise an extra £863,000.


WATCH: Rose Window ‘will come to life’ thanks to spectacular rear projection, say excited castle revamp chiefs

WATCH: Rose Window ‘will come to life’ thanks to spectacular rear projection, say excited castle revamp chiefs

WATCH: Rose Window ‘will come to life’ thanks to spectacular rear projection, say excited castle revamp chiefs

21 February 2025

Excited chiefs have been describing some of their exhibit highlights as fit-out work gathers pace at Inverness Castle.


Red Arrows set to carry out more Highland display training?

Red Arrows set to carry out more Highland display training?

Red Arrows set to carry out more Highland display training?

21 February 2025

Fans of the Red Arrows who didn’t get to see the world-famous aerial display team in action in the Highlands last year may get another chance.


Ullapool to see visit from world's last seagoing paddle steamer Waverley

Ullapool to see visit from world's last seagoing paddle steamer Waverley

Ullapool to see visit from world's last seagoing paddle steamer Waverley

20 February 2025

Ullapool, Kyle of Lochalsh and Gairloch are set to receive a visit from the world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, the Waverley, this spring.


PICTURES: Famous Rose Window installed at Inverness Castle

PICTURES: Famous Rose Window installed at Inverness Castle

PICTURES: Famous Rose Window installed at Inverness Castle

17 February 2025

The iconic Rose Window which has languished in storage for decades has finally taken up pride of place in its new home at Inverness Castle.


PICTURES: Ferintosh whisky distillery designs revealed in new planning application

PICTURES: Ferintosh whisky distillery designs revealed in new planning application

PICTURES: Ferintosh whisky distillery designs revealed in new planning application

17 February 2025

Almost 30 jobs could be created by ambitious plans to resurrect the famous Ferintosh whisky name at a new Black Isle distillery.


Lidl triggers whisky ‘Star Wars’ with a dram cheeky campaign

Lidl triggers whisky ‘Star Wars’ with a dram cheeky campaign

Lidl triggers whisky ‘Star Wars’ with a dram cheeky campaign

17 February 2025

“In what could be coined as a whisky ‘Star Wars’, Lidl’s very own award winner is pictured in the hands of a dashing silver fox”.


Bealach na Bà cycle sportive enjoys surge in interest after relaunch as community event

Bealach na Bà cycle sportive enjoys surge in interest after relaunch as community event

Bealach na Bà cycle sportive enjoys surge in interest after relaunch as community event

16 February 2025

An iconic ‘bucket-list’ cycling event in the Wester Ross wilds is enjoying a dramatic revival after being brought into community control.


Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards raises £6000 for CHAS children’s charity

Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards raises £6000 for CHAS children’s charity

Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards raises £6000 for CHAS children’s charity

14 February 2025

The tourism industry in the Highlands and Islands has come together to raise thousands of pounds to help bereaved families during the last year.


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