Scotland’s tourism sector struggling with surging visitor numbers

Some areas are reaping the benefits of more visitors, others are raising concerns about impact on local infrastructure.

It is a multi-billion-pound industry, but parts of Scotland’s tourism sector are struggling to cope with surging visitor numbers.

While some areas are reaping the benefits of more visitors, others in popular destinations, such as the Glenfinnan Viaduct, are raising concerns about the impact of overcrowding on local infrastructure.

Meanwhile, industry leaders have described the brutal conditions some are facing due to rising costs.

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