Henderson Art Shop in Stockbridge is collecting photographs, paintings and drawings of the neighbourhood for its 2027 calendar. Entries close 8 October — here's how yours gets in.

The Times' chief art critic named Jupiter Artland one of the nine best museums and galleries in the UK. Here's why it belongs in your guest guidebook — especially this autumn.

The Monarch of the Glen has been Scotland's interior icon for 175 years. Here's how Airbnb hosts can decorate with stags — cushions, bottle stoppers, ice buckets, even a glowing wall light — without turning their listing into a hunting lodge.

A new batch of Google Maps reviews and photos — from The Paper Mill and Cafe Portrait to The Pear Tree — offers useful reminders for Airbnb hosts about detail, welcome and local knowledge.

There are moments when you realise the world is coming to your front door. For Edinburgh hosts, 2027 is one of those years. The Tour de France — the biggest annual sporting event on the planet — will begin right here, in Edinburgh, on Friday 2 July 2027. The Grand Départ, the ceremonial first stages of the race, hasn't touched UK soil in over a decade, and this time the peloton rolls out from Scotland's capital before heading south through the Borders to Carlisle, then on to

Written by Koda, Edited by Sharon McMenemy Khan September 2026 There is something I love about keeping a running record of Edinburgh. A city changes in small, delicious ways: a new cafe opens, an old favourite gets a fresh look, and suddenly I have another recommendation ready for guests asking where to go after breakfast. This week I added new content to my Google Maps profile, including photos from The Pear Tree on West Nicolson Street and Cafe Portrait on Queen Street. I a

Edinburgh's festivals and cultural organisations get a 25% funding increase from Visitor Levy proceeds. Here's what that means for Airbnb hosts and their guests.

Beneath the Firth of Forth lies an ecosystem most people never see. Kelp forests once protected the shore, sustained the seabirds, and shaped the coastline. Now they're vanishing — and the people at the Scottish Seabird Centre are fighting to save what remains.

Edinburgh Fringe breaks single-day ticket record with 2.8 million total tickets issued. But performers want earlier dates. Here's the full story — plus every award winner from the 2026 Fringe.

I saw a reel the other day from The Thrifted Mallard — a vintage home decor creator who styles the most gorgeous spaces using nothing but thrifted finds. Pink transferware plates on a wooden plate rack, a few stems of summer flowers in a repurposed jug, vintage botanical prints propped against a shelf. It was simple, warm, and utterly beautiful. And it cost next to nothing. It got me thinking about how we approach styling our rental spaces. There's a temptation, especially wh

There's a difference between visiting a city and knowing it. Tourists see the Castle, the Royal Mile, and the queue for the Witchery. Locals see the pocket parks, the hidden closes, and the moment the blue poppies bloom at the Botanics. I've been documenting Edinburgh — and Scotland more broadly — through Google Maps for a while now. Not the kind of documentation that belongs in a guidebook. The kind that lives in a 15-second video, a quick photo at golden hour, a capture of

From castle banquets to woodland feasts, foraged heather to local florists — how to bring Scottish soul and Edinburgh's wild larder to your Airbnb dining table.

From foraged centrepieces to vintage layers and the rule of three — a practical guide to tablescaping for Airbnb hosts who want that first-impression wow without spending a fortune.

They used to joke about our weather. Now they can't wait for the rain. That's not me being cheeky — it's a direct quote from Esther Cochrane, who runs a self-catering business called Beside the Loch near Glencoe. She told BBC News that guests now arrive and ask if it's going to rain, because that's what they came for. One family from the south of England stepped off the train and just stood in the rain. They hadn't experienced it for two or three months back home. They loved

We went to hear David Olusoga in conversation at Fringe by the Sea in North Berwick, and now we're glued to the new series of A House Through Time on BBC Two. If you haven't seen it yet, Series 6 is set in Edinburgh — the first time the show has gone to Scotland — and it follows the residents of a 250-year-old house on Calton Hill. It's brilliant telly. But it's also something more than that for those of us who host in this city. The house was built in 1765. Five floors of so

The Food Awards Scotland 2026 took place on August 17 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central, and it was a very good night for Edinburgh. Hosted by sports presenter David Tanner, the 12th annual ceremony celebrated the best of Scotland's food, drink, and hospitality — and the capital walked away with more than its fair share of silverware. Here's what you need to know, and why it matters if you host in Edinburgh. Edinburgh's Winners Best World Cuisine — Winner: Uwagboe's

From Pantone's Cloud Dancer to colour drenching, limewash walls, curved furniture, and dopamine decor — here are the 2026 interior design trends that can transform your Airbnb listing without breaking the budget.

On 12 August 2026, Edinburgh sees a 90% partial solar eclipse at sunset. Here's how to watch it safely, where to view it on Calton Hill, and how to share the experience with your guests.

From the Royal Train origins of the Balmoral carriage to the marquetry panels crafted by A Dunn and Son since 1895 — discover the trees, the history, and the track that carries you to the edge of Scotland.

You don't need a full renovation to make your rental feel like a boutique stay. From layered lighting to swapped hardware, these small design touches completely change how guests experience your space.