Scotland Tourism News
JA Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort has officially joined the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme
JA Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort has officially joined the GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme, the only hotel in Scotland to be part of the global alliance, marking a major milestone in the resort’s continued evolution as part of the JA Resorts & Hotels portfolio.
Scotland Brings Tartan Taxis to Manhattan for NYC Tartan Week
Scotland has arrived in New York this week, with specially wrapped tartan taxis taking to the streets of Manhattan as part of NYC Tartan Week. The activity forms part of VisitScotland’s work to promote Scotland in its largest international market, using NYC Tartan Week to inspire US audiences to plan a trip.
Glenapp Castle Expands Luxury Portfolio with New Wellness-Focused Suite ‘The Nest’
Glenapp Castle, the 21-bedroom Relais & Châteaux hotel located on Scotland’s southwest coast, will launch The Nest - a new standalone suite on 1 July 2026. The development strengthens the castle’s growth strategy by targeting the rising demand for private, wellness-led accommodation and longer-stay luxury travel.
Luxury Scotland Welcomes Ardbeg House and Jetlogic to Its Curated Collection
Luxury Scotland, the leading collection of exceptional Scottish hospitality experiences, has announced the addition of two new members to its carefully curated portfolio: Ardbeg House, the reimagined Islay retreat shaped by whisky heritage and island culture, and jetlogic, Scotland’s leading private aviation specialist, delivering bespoke jet and helicopter charter services worldwide.
New for 2026 - Award-Winning Pierhouse Hotel to Launch New Loch and Castle View Cafe on Argyll Coast
The award-winning team behind one of Argyll’s most iconic coastal hotels has announced plans to open a new cafe overlooking Castle Stalker and Loch Linnhe in early 2026. The Pierhouse Hotel at Port Appin is now leading the refurbishment of the former Castle Stalker View Cafe on the A828 between Ballachulish and Connel.
New for 2026 - Top Ayrshire hotel reveals plans for new £3million sea view spa
Ayrshire’s leading hospitality group, SimpsInns, has revealed its plans to open a new £3million sea view spa in early 2026. The Waterside Hotel at West Kilbride will be the home of the new state-of-the-art spa with its commanding sea views over the Firth of Clyde towards the Isle of Arran.
EAT, SLEEP & DRINK ARDBEG AT DISTILLERY’S BOUTIQUE HOTEL
The world’s smokiest, peatiest Islay malt whisky today opens the doors of its boutique hotel Ardbeg House, offering the island’s visitors and community an extraordinary opportunity to eat, sleep and drink Ardbeg. Just a short hop from the Distillery on Islay, this world-class whisky and hospitality experience blends the ultimate in Scottish hospitality with the flavours and legends of Ardbeg’s island world.
View the World-Famous North Coast 500 by Plane With New ‘Sky-to-Shore’ Flights
The UK’s most northerly luxury destination is taking the visitor experience to new heights with a once-in-a-lifetime aerial view of the world-famous North Coast 500 in the far north Scottish Highlands. The five-star Links House at Royal Dornoch is now elevating its guests to around 5,000 metres above the ground, as part of its ‘Sky-to-Shore’ adventure flight experience.
Glenmorangie’s Harrison Ford campaign inspires new Highland travel experience
Boutique Highland hotel Glenmorangie House has unveiled a new travel experience, inspired by the brand’s latest campaign ‘Once Upon a Time in Scotland’ starring Hollywood icon Harrison Ford and directed by actor and film maker Joel Edgerton.
Scotland Welcomes Its First Luxury Collection Hotel – The Edinburgh Grand Reopens
The Edinburgh Grand, a landmark residence on St Andrew Square, reopened yesterday as Scotland’s first Luxury Collection Hotel, becoming part of its portfolio of over 130 distinctive properties worldwide. The opening marks The Luxury Collection’s Scottish debut and its fourth outpost in the UK, alongside celebrated hotels in London, Buckinghamshire and Manchester.
Scotland’s Standing Stones: Unique Places to Celebrate the Summer Solstice
As 21 June, the longest day of the year, approaches more people are seeking meaningful ways to mark the Summer Solstice. While thousands flock to Stonehenge each year, Scotland’s ancient standing stones offer a more peaceful alternative, with the added bonus of spectacular scenery and fewer crowds. Searches for “summer solstice” have jumped by 136% in the past month, and interest in “standing stones” in Scotland has risen by 101% over the past quarter. Tapping into this growing trend, VisitScotland has launched a refreshed guide to the country’s most atmospheric stone circles, helping travellers experience the Solstice in places that feel truly off the beaten path.
A Car-Free Guide to Scotland’s Beaches
As longer days and warmer weather continue, Scotland’s stunning coastline beckons with sandy shores, ice cream by the sea and the soothing lull of gentle waves. Scotland’s shoreline offers breathtaking, often-overlooked beaches, with many easily reached by train, bus, or ferry. From cityside sands to hidden bays along scenic rail routes, these accessible spots are ideal for spontaneous day trips or last-minute breaks, no car required.