World status hope for bog standard site in north
The Flow Country of Caithness and Sutherland could be set to join the Taj Mahal in India, the Grand Canyon in the USA and the Great Barrier Reef in Australia as a World Heritage Site.
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Ryanair launches 11 new routes from Edinburgh
Ryanair is to operate 11 new routes from Edinburgh Airport beginning in summer 2019.
Transport chiefs add more equipment to winter operations fleet
New equipment has been added to Scotland’s winter fleet as transport chiefs plan how to keep the country moving in the months ahead.
Leisurely trip to Portree offers majestic surroundings
When it comes to visiting Skye, the journey is as important as the destination.
This guy had a very clever way of avoiding Ryanair’s new luggage charges
One Ryanair customer took matters into his own hands in hilarious fashion after the airline changed its hand luggage rules for the second time this year.
Royal treatment sailing around the top UK tourist attractions
During visits to Invergordon, I’d feel a pang of envy seeing the relaxed-looking passengers disembarking from cruise ships.
Almost half of UK holidaymakers want tourism tax – survey
Almost half of holidaymakers think the Government should introduce a tourism tax on overseas visitors, a new survey suggests.
Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle on motorway
A man has died after being struck by traffic on a motorway.
Pedestrian killed after being hit by vehicle on M5
A pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle on the M5.
Part of M5 closed after serious collision involving pedestrian
Part of a motorway has been closed following a “serious collision” involving a pedestrian, Highways England said.
Places you need to know about before booking your winter getaway
Winter is that time of year when we want to treat ourselves before we spend on others in the run up to the festive period, and a pre-Christmas getaway is never far from our thoughts. Before the shopping begins and the stress levels rise, take a little time out to relax and unwind. Here we bring you some inspiration for the perfect winter getaways…
Next phase of Aberdeen – Inverness rail improvements under way
The next phase of a major project to cut journey times between the north-east and Highlands is under way.
Aberdeen City Council clamp down on staff travel despite plans to visit Belgium, Netherlands, Qatar, Japan and Mexico
Cash-counting council chiefs in Aberdeen are looking to clamp down on staff travel costs in an effort to deal with increasing financial pressures.
The magical attraction of Shetland
It was close to midnight on a beach on south-west mainland Shetland, yet the sea still held the ghostly afterglow of summer sunshine. This was not an entirely unexpected phenomenon because we had chosen to visit this northerly destination during the midsummer period known as the simmer dim.
Stonehaven derailment train driver failed drug test – but investigations ongoing
The driver of a train which derailed in Stonehaven resulting in days of major travel delays for hundreds of passengers subsequently failed a drug test, it is understood.
Eurostar to increase London-Amsterdam services amid strong demand
Eurostar is to increase its London to Amsterdam services to cope with demand.
Travel chaos as transporter hits railway bridge in Perth, wrecking luxury cars
A car transporter has hit a railway bridge in Perth, causing thousands of pounds worth of damage to several brand new Range Rovers.
Ghost trail to visit haunted hotspots across Scotland
VisitScotland have launched a new ghost trail at Crathes Castle - just in time for Halloween.
Highlands and Islands region makes Lonely Planet guide’s Top 10 for 2019
The Highlands and Islands has been named one of the top regions in the world to visit next year by a leading travel guide.
Highlands and Islands one of top regions to visit in 2019: Lonely Planet
Scotland’s Highlands and Islands have been named one of the top regions in the world to visit next year by a leading travel guide.
‘A little disappointed’ – V&A voted 40th in list of Dundee attractions
Tourists have ranked V&A Dundee only 40th on a list of the best things to see or do in the city.
North Berwick makes for the perfect overnight trip – offering stunning views and quaint coffee shops
In every corner of Scotland you’ll find breathtaking scenery but this delightful town – sitting around 25 miles east of Edinburgh – really is an attractive place.
Third day of disruption possible at Paddington
Chaos at one of the UK’s busiest railway stations could continue into a third day after overhead electric wires were damaged by the testing of a new £500 million train fleet.
Rail disruption at Paddington as test train damages overhead wires
Testing of a £500 million new train fleet has damaged overhead electric wires, causing severe disruption at one of the UK’s busiest railway stations.
Reduced service now operating at Paddington station as some train lines reopen
Some services are now running at a major London railway hub after a test train severely damaged overhead electric wires.
Major disruption at Paddington after test train damages overhead wires
A major London railway hub is at the centre of serious disruption after a test train severely damaged overhead electric wires.
Travel advice for Aberdeen supporters ahead of Scottish League Cup semi-finals
Supporters travelling to the Betfred Scottish League Cup semi-finals at Hampden Park and BT Murrayfield Stadium are being advised to plan their journeys in advance.
Figures reveal impressive month for Edinburgh Airport
Edinburgh Airport has recorded its busiest-ever September.
Take pride in Belfast – an inclusive city where much has changed from the times of The Troubles
Tattooed muscle men in tight pink shorts. Drag queens in ballgowns and bedazzled bras. A tiny tot in kaleidoscopic fairy wings. Whole families out for a day of fun, cheering on the out-and-proud crowd marching through the streets of Belfast.
Bus travel reaches 12-year low amid fares hike and funding decline
Public transport campaigners have warned that “buses are in crisis” after new analysis showed journeys are at a 12-year low.
Shetland festival features in top travel guide
Shetland’s most famous Viking fire festival has been rated as among the best to light up winter.
CairnGorm’s fall from favour as centre’s market share plunges and skier numbers drop between 2014 and 2018
In the ten seasons from 2004 to 2013 CairnGorm’s skier numbers averaged 78,010 and the centre’s market share grew from 35.6% to 40.6%.