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Special trip to meet Santa announced as one-off direct flight will connect Inverness to Lapland

Special trip to meet Santa announced as one-off direct flight will connect Inverness to Lapland

Special trip to meet Santa announced as one-off direct flight will connect Inverness to Lapland

12 March 2025

An Inverness-based travel agency has announced they will organise a special day trip to meet Santa - with a direct flight from Inverness Airport.


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.


PICTURES: New chapter for beloved Auldearn venue as new management reopens doors to community

PICTURES: New chapter for beloved Auldearn venue as new management reopens doors to community

PICTURES: New chapter for beloved Auldearn venue as new management reopens doors to community

08 March 2025

New management at a popular Nairnshire venue celebrated the start of a new chapter today as they reopened doors to the local community.


Premier Inn vows big expansion won’t overwhelm car parking

Premier Inn vows big expansion won’t overwhelm car parking

Premier Inn vows big expansion won’t overwhelm car parking

06 March 2025

A major hotel expansion which would more than double its original capacity will cut car parking bays but still provide ample, a UK chain has claimed.


Crunch time for Highland shortbread bakers in Shortbread Showdown weekend grand final

Crunch time for Highland shortbread bakers in Shortbread Showdown weekend grand final

Crunch time for Highland shortbread bakers in Shortbread Showdown weekend grand final

04 March 2025

This weekend will see the best baker crowned in the grand final of a popular shortbread competition.


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.


LOCH NESS MONSTER: Is this the first sighting of Nessie in 2025?

LOCH NESS MONSTER: Is this the first sighting of Nessie in 2025?

LOCH NESS MONSTER: Is this the first sighting of Nessie in 2025?

04 March 2025

The first potential sighting of the elusive Loch Ness monster this year was shared by a witness at Dores Beach.


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.


Software update to end passengers’ train transfer woes at Inverness station

Software update to end passengers’ train transfer woes at Inverness station

Software update to end passengers’ train transfer woes at Inverness station

24 February 2025

Frustrated rail passengers transferring trains in Inverness will soon enjoy a more hassle-free experience, in a move championed by a local MSP.


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.


Calls for urgent work at Nairn Harbour as locals worry popular tourist spot is being ‘neglected’

Calls for urgent work at Nairn Harbour as locals worry popular tourist spot is being ‘neglected’

Calls for urgent work at Nairn Harbour as locals worry popular tourist spot is being ‘neglected’

17 February 2025

Concerns have been raised over the state of Nairn harbour, with a wall having been left unrepaired for almost a year.


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.


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.


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.


Highland emergency support charity first to get funds boost to mark 50 years of Loch Ness cruise business

Highland emergency support charity first to get funds boost to mark 50 years of Loch Ness cruise business

Highland emergency support charity first to get funds boost to mark 50 years of Loch Ness cruise business

14 February 2025

A Loch Ness cruise business has kicked off its 50th anniversary year by donating £500 to a Highland medical emergency support charity.


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