There is “cautious optimism” in the tourism sector as it gears up for Easter.
The improving weather, school holidays and easing of coronavirus restrictions means businesses are looking forward to a bumper season.
VisitScotland’s interim regional director, Annique Armstrong, said: “There is cautious optimism in the air across the local tourism industry just now. After a lot of uncertainty, the industry is preparing for what is hoped, for many, to be the first full year of trading since the pandemic.