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‘I don’t even drink whisky’: Scotland reels in visitors as much of Europe swelters

More direct flights from North America and, say tourism chiefs, Highland warriors and Tartan Army have helped

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15

All 48 Outlander filming locations revealed in new guide – see the full list

FILMING locations used in Outlander have been revealed for the first time as part of a new official guide celebrating Scotland as the home of the…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 29

First ever guide to Scotland’s Outlander filming locations published

The 40-page guide is part of a campaign by VisitScotland to mark the conclusion of a show that has had an ‘extraordinary’ impact on Scottish tourism.

Evening Standard · Jul 28

Outlander effect on Scottish tourism ‘astonishing’ – VisitScotland

Many locations used for filming have seen visitor numbers soar.

Evening Standard · Oct 9, 2025

Outlander: Blood of My Blood review – this time-hopping romantic prequel is atrocious … and very watchable

The prequel to unapologetically preposterous period drama Outlander is similarly wild. It’s a melodrama-packed show with an apalling script and questionable premise. But it’s enjoyable nonetheless

The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2025

Kate Forbes: Bigger-picture switch is proving key in tackling tourism issues

MY constituency of Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch contains the most beautiful places in all of Scotland, if not the world ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 5, 2025

Meet the women behind Edinburgh's latest female-owned visitor centre

Two French women have opened their own tourist information centre in Scotland’s capital after a popular spot for visitors was shut down

The National (Scotland) · May 25, 2025

Edinburgh is most expensive city break destination in western Europe – study

Analysis by Post Office Travel Money found the total average price of accommodation and other tourist expenses is higher in the Scottish capital.

The Independent UK · May 16, 2025

New car park and amenities unveiled at Scottish beach named amongst best in the world

WORK to install a new car park and public amenities at a beach in the Highlands, which has been listed as one of the best in the world, has been…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 19, 2025

Edinburgh hotels most expensive in world over summer thanks to Fringe inflation

US officials receive a high allowance for hotels while staying in the Scottish capital during July and August

The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2025