Posts tagged tourism
Edinburgh Festival in Full Swing
Aug 12th
Yes ladies and gentlemen, it’s that time of year and the world famous Edinburgh festival is upon us!
For those of you who have never had the pleasure of attending, the Edinburgh festival (actually a group of festivals) brings together hundreds of performers and shows throughout the month of August. Many shows are free and the atmosphere across the city is truly awesome, in fact the population of Edinburgh can double during this time.
To find out more about the festival and find shows to attend, take a look a the official site here, and if you are looking for accommodation, simply More >
Hotels in Glasgow
Jul 7th
We have over one hundred hotels and guest houses available in Glasgow city centre at the moment, providing ample choice across all budgets for those of you planning a trip to Scotland’s second city this year.
There is much to see and do in the amazingly cosmopolitan city of Glasgow, including but by no means limited to; The Glasgow Science Centre, The Gallery of Modern Art, The Botanic Gardens and of course the many retail spaces which make Glasgow the best destination in Scotland for eager shoppers.
Take a look at the Glasgow hotels on offer, or for more information on the city, More >
Scotland Back In Action After Ash Cloud Clears
Apr 21st
Scottish airports sprang back into life today as UK airspace restrictions were relaxed. Over the past 6 days Edinburgh hotels have been full up with passengers unable to travel while hotels in Glasgow reported having to turn away many disgruntled travellers. Obviously the hotels closest to Scotland’s major airports saw most footfall but most inner city establishments were grateful for extra business also.
On the flip-side, if disruption to our air travel returns for prolonged periods it could seriously affect Scotland’s tourism this summer. Many of our visitors come from overseas but perhaps in their potential absence, more UK residents will decide to More >
Edinburgh Hotels
Mar 29th
Edinburgh is coming alive as spring approaches, I swear there have been periods in recent days which could have passed for mid summer, and along with the sun come visitors from near and afar.
Edinburgh hotels and guest houses will be preparing for busier times already, and a walk along The Royal Mile this week will already show an increase in sightseers. It once was the case that Edinburgh’s tourist season ran for several of the best summer months but now it is an all-year-round affair with only a slight dip over the worst of the Scottish winter (although even then there is a separate influx for More >