VisitScotland supports 'sensitive' approach to windfarms
Scotland's national tourism organisation, VisitScotland, says it is not against the principle of windfarm development — despite fears from US billionaire Donald Trump that wind turbines will ''destroy landscapes'' and will be ''seriously detrimental to Scotland's fantastic tourism industry''. (...)
VIDEO: Glamis Castle's Macbeth features in new VisitScotland advert
One of the jewels in the Angus crown is set to enjoy UK-wide exposure in a new advert. (...)
Fishing groups worried River Isla hydro scheme could be a repeat of River Garry problems
Fishing groups have told The Courier of their concerns that a River Isla hydro turbine could ''kill'' the river and drain the region's economy. (...)
VisitScotland chief excited by tourism potential of V&A museum
The head of VisitScotland says the arrival of the £45m V&A museum could herald a new era for the tourism industry in Tayside and Fife. (...)
VisitScotland campaign to bring national TV exposure for Pittenweem
A scenic coastal village's tourism credentials are set for a major boost after it was chosen to feature in a major UK-wide advertising campaign. (...)
Scotland's tourism sector benefiting from the 'staycation' effect
Scotland's tourism sector is dominated by the staycation market, VisitScotland has reported. (...)
Mill of Benholm Trust using VisitScotland's help to secure a future
A Mearns visitor attraction is looking to preserve its future. (...)
'The winning years' — Scotland's tourism chief excited by potential of V&A museum at Dundee
Scotland's tourism chief says the V&A at Dundee could become as famous as the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, delivering a major cash injection not just to the city but across Courier territory. (...)
Activities company Blown Away speeds off with another award
Twins Guy and Jamie McKenzie, who run Scotland's first land yachting company, have the wind in their sails after receiving yet another award. (...)
St Andrews Botanic Garden wins higher 'excellent' rating from VisitScotland
A Fife attraction at the centre of a funding crisis has been awarded four stars by Scotland's tourism body. (...)
Benefits of Taymouth Castle Estate development backed by report
A tourism expert predicts that Highland Perthshire could enjoy a £30 million economic boost and 300 new jobs as a spin-off from the proposed Taymouth Castle Estate redevelopment. (...)
Scotland to welcome Kate and Wills tourism honeymoon
The unprecedented interest in a royal romance which has captured the imagination of a worldwide audience will bring "incalculable" benefits to Scotland over many years, tourism chiefs have said. (...)
Moves to protect Dunkeld's architectural heritage welcomed
Moves to protect Dunkeld's architectural heritage have been welcomed by councillors. (...)
Perth and Kinross Council move to bolster tourism
Maximising tourist numbers remains a key objective for Perth and Kinross Council and this week councillors will debate the basis for a new partnership agreement with VisitScotland. (...)
Angus and Dundee ancestral tourism event
Businesses from across Angus and Dundee have been discussing ways of tapping into the lucrative ancestral tourism market. (...)
VisitScotland campaign to help Angus and Dundee make a splash
A multi-million-pound investment by VisitScotland will promote Angus and Dundee as "an amazing holiday destination." (...)
Letham Grange members' determination to keep courses open wins more praise
A move by Letham Grange Golf Club to save the course from closure has been heralded as fantastic news for the tourism industry. (...)
Dow family from Luncarty take centre stage in VisitScotland TV ad
Members of a Perthshire family are among the stars of a tourism advert that aims to help generate £65 million for the Scottish economy. (...)
2010 Open Championship was worth £100m to Scotland
Last year's Open Championship in St Andrews was worth £100 million to Scotland, it has been revealed. (...)
Kirrie photographer's Glen Clova snap wins Jura whisky's 'Wish you were here' competition
A Kirriemuir photographer has won a masterclass from a legendary National Geographic snapper after emerging victorious in a worldwide photography competition. (...)