Tourism

Councillors hoped to take advantage of the lucrative North Coast 500 route, using the funds raised to improve services along the route.

The theme of the event is ‘Unlocking Potential: Shaping the North Highlands as a Destination of Choice’.

A voluntary scheme to get campervan owners to pay towards upkeep of facilities has raised just £20,000 - against an annual target of £500,000.

Businesses across the north of Scotland are being encouraged to enter this year’s Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards.

Partnership with its mattress provider extended for an eight year

A new search for Nessie will take place in Loch Ness this May - after the Loch Ness Centre announced plans for upgraded tech to scour below the waves.

The problems posed by the Highlands’ 516-mile NC500 route are undeniably tricky – and almost everyone has very strong opinions about it.

Letter writers give their point of view on topical issues affecting Sutherland and the wider Highlands.

Rock legend Bryan Adams’ second Inverness gig has sold out in just minutes!

North Coast 500: Ten Years On – David Richardson says that tourism is vital to the north Highlands, and the NC500 has helped sustain the sector

On one hand, tourism from the NC500 is vital to the Highland economy, but on the other hand, many communities feel they are at breaking point.

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.

Operators have said mountain railway running smoothly as HIE reveal when train will be out of action again for last of work

The Dipping Lugger, led by head chef David Smith, has won a number of accolades over the years for their restaurant and hotel.

A highly-anticipated new bar in the heart of Ullapool has announced their opening date.

Local development charity Kinlochbervie Community Company have submitted plans to transform the old harbour store into a tourist hotspot.

But senior Highland Council official Malcolm Macleod insists the local authority’s ears are open on thorny questions like VAT.

One of Wick’s most prominent and popular hotels has been put up for sale.

First potential sighting for this year was shared by visitor to Dores Beach

Workers at several whisky distilleries across the Highlands could go on strike following a pay dispute, an industry union has announced.