Highlands

Highlands on show to top tourism buyers

16/04/2008
Influential tourism buyers from France, Brazil, Spain and Austria visited the Highlands recently, as part of a major tourism drive to position the area as a must visit destination for consumers from emerging tourism markets.   More...

Crossroads of the North

16/04/2008
The newly renamed Ferrycroft Visitor Centre in Lairg has opened for the season after a major revamp, including comprehensive re-design of all the displays and the introduction of a range of interactive activities to make the centre more family friendly.   More...

Tourism in Lochaber - opportunity to discuss the future

16/04/2008
This event is an opportunity for tourism businesses in Lochaber to get together to discuss the way forward for local tourism, to be held on the 24th April 2008 from 08.45 at the Alexandra Hotel in Fort William followed by lunch and networking from 13.30.
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Aviemore and Cairngorms Walking and Mountain Festival, 10-17 May

16/04/2008
Set in the spectacular woodland, loch and mountain scenery of Strathspey and the surrounding area, the former Aviemore Walking Festival has been re-launched under its new title to reflect an ever-expanding programme of activities, including rock climbing, canyoning, dog sledding and even spa treatments.
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New Cairngorms Hostels website

16/04/2008
The Cairngorms National Park can boast 19 independent hostels in the area giving travellers a wide choice of affordable places to stay.    More...

Baxters extend sponsorship term for marathon

16/04/2008
Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running organisers are pleased to announce the Fochabers-based food firm have confirmed their sponsorship of the event for a further three years.    More...

Sutherland harpist brings music to the ears of New Yorkers

16/04/2008
The Sutherland harpist who performed at Madonna’s wedding has joined forces with VisitScotland to help encourage North American visitors to “Holiday” in Scotland.    More...

Storytelling to be showcased at the Glendale Gathering

16/04/2008
You have a rare opportunity to hear one of Scotland’s best known storytellers, George Macpherson, as he celebrates the culture and techniques of the Celtic oral tradition at the Glendale Gathering from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th May 2008.    More...

Mey Selections news

16/04/2008
The Mey Selections brand has now been enhanced by a special range of tweeds designed and manufactured by world leading textiles and cashmere producers, Johnstons of Elgin, and developed in conjunction with HRH The Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay.
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Ord House receives 5 stars

16/04/2008
Ord House on the west coast of the Sleat peninsula on the Isle of Skye has been awarded five stars following an assessment under Visit Scotland's Quality Assurance Scheme.   More...

ASSC embrace the future

16/04/2008
The Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers (ASSC)has just launched a new consumer marketing website to welcome visitors to Scotland and promote the freedom, independence and authenticity of self-catering holidays with a new look brand for the start of the 2008 season.    More...

Five magical journeys unveiled

16/04/2008
A series of five new journeys into the heart of the Gaelic world have been launched.    More...

Highlands & Islands Fire & Rescue Service

16/04/2008
Highlands & Islands Fire & Rescue Service now employs a Bi-Lingual Community Safety Advocate. One of the main aspects of this role is to promote fire safety in the workplace and homes of migrant workers.
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Cast your vote for your favourite picnic spot

16/04/2008
Scottish people with a passion for picnics are being encouraged to vote for their favourite picnic spot in this year’s Warburtons Picnic Awards.

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