| Far more than most industries in the recession, | | | | Even if the local currency in Spain means that |
| the travel and holiday markets have been hit hard | | | | they will pay more once they arrive, Scottish |
| by the recent economic downturn. Many hotels, | | | | tourists don't seem to mind. To them, the |
| resorts and airlines are cutting costs in an effort | | | | pleasure of being in Spain is worth paying just a |
| to keep their businesses running even when the | | | | little more due to the currency conversion. |
| guests aren't coming in the numbers they used to | | | | Some Scots, however, are choosing to stay at |
| - in the UK for example pilots with the national | | | | home rather than travel abroad, and they're not |
| flag carrier have voted for a drop in pay to help | | | | alone. Tourists come from all over the world to |
| the airline keep flying. | | | | see the natural and historical richness of Scotland |
| In at least one place, though, the tourists are still | | | | and it is often featured in the most popular travel |
| faithfully keeping their vacation plans. Spain's | | | | blogs |
| tourism industry continues to thrive despite the | | | | Among the most popular Scottish tourist |
| euro's strength against other world currencies. | | | | destinations are Edinburgh and the Scottish |
| Scottish tourists in particular have always been | | | | Highlands. Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, has a |
| fond of Spain. More commercial flights arrive in | | | | rich history dating back many centuries. Today it |
| Spain from Scotland than from any other country. | | | | is one of the rare cities that manage to |
| Every year, Scots flock to Spain for its gorgeous | | | | seamlessly blend the ancient and the modern. |
| beaches, its lively culture and its relatively | | | | Edinburgh features some of Europe's most |
| inexpensive prices. | | | | beloved music and arts festivals. Local history and |
| Despite the euro being more valuable than the | | | | culture permeate the modern atmosphere to |
| pound, Spain is less expensive for Scottish | | | | create a wholly unique experience. In Edinburgh, |
| travelers to visit than many other countries in the | | | | you can visit the ancient Edinburgh Castle, admire |
| European Union. Since the Spanish economy | | | | the art in the National Gallery of Scotland and |
| thrives on tourism, prices have remained | | | | dance to modern music in a club all in the same |
| affordable for tourists. | | | | day. |
| But Spain's attraction isn't about tourist traps or | | | | The Scottish Highlands have been immortalised in |
| cheap thrills. The country's long and fascinating | | | | many books and films, but nothing can prepare |
| history is what draws some visitors. Others come | | | | you for the real thing. As one of the most |
| for the robust nightlife in Spain's cities. Many | | | | diverse wildlife habitats in Britain, the Highlands |
| tourists come to Spain to revel in some of the | | | | contain a fascinating array of birds, seals, dolphins |
| world's most treasured art and architecture. From | | | | and many more animals. The rough terrain and |
| the Prado in Madrid to the Guggenheim Museum in | | | | famously fickle weather make every outing an |
| Bilbao, Spain is a dream come true for anyone | | | | adventure, but one that is very much worth |
| who enjoys admiring the works of masters. | | | | embarking on - so for those not able to take |
| Recently, tourist destinations outside of the | | | | their holidays in Majorca this year they won't have |
| European Union have become very popular for | | | | far to travel for an at home holiday - or as is |
| British travelers. Egypt and South America have | | | | popularly known now - a staycation. |
| been named as among some of the most | | | | Spanish holidays information and travel articles can |
| affordable destinations for British visitors. | | | | be found at Majorca tourist guide yourmajorca.net |
| However, many prefer to remain closer to home. | | | | Other information includes an updated blog with |
| Spain is only a short journey away, meaning that | | | | the latest news for this summer's vacations. |
| Scottish travelers can save money on airfare. | | | | |