“Scotland would face a tax”
“the Number of tourists has increased markedly”
“Green plains, high mountains and foaming seas at the cliffs. The scottish highlands has it all and then some. But the number of tourists has increased significantly and now want authorities to impose a special tax in order to avoid mass tourism and improve the experience of the region. “
“the Scottish highlands with its dramatic and varied scenery attracts lots of tourists who want to enjoy nature and culture. It is estimated that six and a half million tourists visit the area each year. “
“But even if the region live well on the tourism industry as it contributes also to toil hard on the tourist facilities and nature. The proposed tourist tax would be a good help to improve the infrastructure, build more public toilets and parking lots, reports The Independent. But it has at the same time, criticism against the proposal for an extra tax for tourists. “
” Tourism is very important for the Highlands and contribute to 16 000 jobs in the region and attracts millions of visitors each year. To ensure that the country’s tourism industry is sustainable requires care and at the same time that we welcome the Highland Council’s desire to invest in facilities to enhance the tourists ‘ experiences, we are aware of the concern that a tax could dampen growth and impact jobs, said Chris Taylor, head of VisitScotland to The Independent. “
“Next week to vote on the proposal, which is expected to come into force next year. “