Elsewhere, the sofas that seem opulent at first glance are all a bit DFS clearance sale, and someone has decided that each ...

Edinburgh is a rising destination, with new luxury hotels, bars and much improved food offerings. Check out some of these on ...

Edinburgh will bring in a tourist tax in 2026 for overnight stays to help invest in improvements to services for residents ...

Local politicians in Edinburgh have approved a tourist tax for visitors staying overnight the Scottish capital, introducing the first charge of its kind in the United Kingdom. From mid-2026 ...

Edinburgh is set to become the first city in Scotland to introduce a tourist tax after the Scottish government granted powers to local authorities to introduce visitor charges. Edinburgh’s city ...

No party has a majority in the city chambers, meaning groups will have to reach an agreement to finalise a budget.

Traveling to Edinburgh? Scotland’s whisky capital is an ideal place for organizing a Whisky Lover’s Weekend. Here are 20 must ...

At the top of Calton Hill, there are some of the best views over the city’s rooftops, including a sneak preview of The ...

Plans for a proposed 7% "tourist tax" in Aberdeen will be considered by councillors next week. The visitor levy allows ...

Those visiting Edinburgh from 24 July 2026 will find themselves liable to pay a new tourist tax. In broad terms, there will be a 5% levy on accommodation ...

A tourist in Edinburgh became stranded in the capital after waking up 30 minutes before his flight home. Ronan Mitchell, a Dublin resident, took to social media to share how he was stuck in Scotland ...

But if you're looking for a weekend minibreak that's both cheaper and more culture-packed to break up the winter, Edinburgh is ready and waiting. British tour company Evan Evans has reported an ...