Edinburgh’s Hogmanay could be part-funded by visitor levy – council leader

Councillor Jane Meagher, leader of the City of Edinburgh Council, said she would be “surprised” if the so-called tourist tax, ...

New Year's Eve events in New Mexico

EVERY YEAR, NEW YORK CITY, OF COURSE, DROPS THE BALL WHEN THE CLOCK STRIKES MIDNIGHT ON NEW YEAR’S. BUT HERE IN NEW MEXICO, ...

55,000 set to descend on Scots capital for Hogmanay street party

The Scottish capital has been dubbed "the home of Hogmanay" with 45,000 revellers set to bring in the New Year at the famous ...

Hogmanay Celebrations in Edinburgh: The Impact of the New Visitor Levy

As Edinburgh gears up for its iconic Hogmanay celebrations, a new visitor levy promises to reshape the funding landscape for this beloved event. Set to be implemented in July 2026, the 5% transient ...