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Tourism tax: discussion document
This document has been prepared to support our national discussion on transient visitor (tourist) taxes in Scotland. Comments can be sent to tourismdiscussion@gov.scot.
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Rural tourism investment
Projects to benefit from £3 million funding.
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Support for new tourist resort
Funding for south of Scotland development
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Record year for overseas visitors
Increase in tourism spending.
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Small Business Survey Scotland: 2017
Sets out the findings for Scotland of the Small Business Survey 2017.
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Promoting Scotland's cultural heritage
Support for Highlands & Islands natural and cultural assets.
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Tourism in Scotland: the economic contribution of the sector
A report commissioned by the Tourism Leadership Group setting out economic data and trends on tourism across Scotland.
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Rural tourism support
Island projects first to be backed under new £6m fund.
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New Burns documents
Records shed light on the Bard’s politics and character.
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International visitors on the rise
20% more visitors from Europe choosing to come to Scotland.
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Bumper year for major events
European Championships among 2018 highlights.
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The spirit of St Andrew
Call to perform an act of kindness.
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Mountain biking on track
Support to ensure forest tourism continues to thrive.
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Scotland's youth take the lead in 2018
Year of Young People launched.
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International spend up
Rise in overseas visitors coming to Scotland.
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Rural tourism infrastructure fund
£6m to support popular sites around the country to grow and thrive.
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Rise in visitor numbers to historic sites
Historic Environment Scotland properties in Dumfries and Galloway see 41% rise
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Science funding
Funding for science festivals and interactive exhibition.
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The lure of ancient history
Rise in island visitor numbers.
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Tickets for 2018 European Championships go on sale
Champion swimmer Ross Murdoch named as ambassador.
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Surge in overseas visitors
Tourism boost strongly supported by visitors from North America.
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VisitScotland and TripAdvisor team up to put Scotland on world stage
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Investing in Scotland's tourism sector
FM welcomes announcement that Marriott International plans to open seven new hotels in Scotland.
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Scotland's special themed years unveiled
Tourism programme extended until 2022.
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Help for carers
Rise in inclusive tourism short breaks.
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Edinburgh icon set for makeover
Historic concert venue to be renovated.
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History sparks tourism rise
International visitors drawn by Scottish heritage.
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Economic benefit of The Open
£110 million benefit to Scotland from last year’s event at Royal Troon.
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European links under threat
Brexit impedes cultural and tourism opportunities.
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Tourist spend soars
Sharp rise in North American visitors.
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Pupils Scotland-wide to visit Arras
Battle of Arras and Dr Elsie Inglis confirmed as Scottish commemorations for 2017.
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£6.6 million for conservation of historic sites
Report sets out work required to restore and protect iconic buildings and monuments.
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Enhanced funding for Edinburgh's festivals
Extra £300k to commemorate 70th anniversary of capital’s founding festivals.
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Brexit funding threat
Tourism industry facing “damaging consequences”.
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Tourism industry body launched
Aim to grow bed and breakfast sector.
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Impact of brexit on cruise tourism
Summit discusses brexit impact on Scotland’s thriving cruise industry.
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Impact of brexit on cruise tourism
Summit discusses brexit impact on Scotland’s thriving cruise industry.
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Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) - results - Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design
A full Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) was undertaken to help boost the celebration of the Year of Innovation, Architecture and Design.