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The Royal Mackintosh Hotel in Dunbar, East Lothian, has been put up for sale.

Victorian hotel in East Lothian up for sale at offers over £650,000

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Many said parking charges put them off coming into the city centre. One said they would not fork out ‘nearly a tenner an hour to park’ with another suggesting restaurants and some larger shops should be able to reimburse parking charges for up to a few hours. Last year the council increased parking charges by around 22 per cent, with accrued income being reinvested into Edinburgh’s roads and transport infrastructure

Council explores cutting free parking

I visited Venice in Italy this month - and the experience was elevated by staying at the Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Nani Venice. (Photo: Radisson Collection Hotel, Palazzo Nani Venice)

I stayed in a canal-side Venice hotel - in an area with less tourists

I stayed at a London hotel that has been voted TripAdvisor’s best UK hotel and second best in Europe - but is it really worth booking? (Photo: St Ermin's Hotel)

I stayed at Tripadvisor’s top UK hotel - is it worth booking?

Why you should jump on the Eurostar to this less-visited European city

The east footbridge on the Forth Road Bridge will be closed during certain days over the coming weeks, starting today, Monday, April 28.

Forth Bridge inspection to close footway and cycle path

FIVE LUXE and Palm Jumeirah in Dubai are two of the best hotels I have ever stayed in. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I stayed in two stunning Dubai hotels - with beach clubs and sea views

I stayed at a hotel in London that is perfect for a romantic weekend away with your partner as it offers an all-year round Valentine’s package. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I stayed at a London hotel perfect for a romantic weekend away

I stayed at a luxurious London hotel that was the perfect stay before catching the Eurostar to Lille. (Photo: The Montague on the Gardens)

I stayed in a luxurious hotel perfect for Euston and Eurostar services

Works to repair a collapsed sewer delayed

If you are looking to tick off more destinations on your travel bucket list this year then this long weekend trip away idea might just be for you. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I visited two countries in one trip - a foodie and sightseeing weekend

Durdle Door

New research reveals 8 in 10 Brits are opting for a staycation in 2025

The Leven Manchester, in the centre of the city, is the perfect hotel to stay in to enjoy the nightlife. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I stayed in a Manchester hotel - perfect for a friends weekend away

On departure from Edinburgh Airport the aircraft’s right nosewheel detached on takeoff, on October 31, 2023.

Flight crew didn't notice wheel falling off during Halloween take-off

Flight attendants at EasyJet are set to walkout on Wednesday, April, 9 potentially causing a ‘ripple-effect’ of disrupted air journeys across the UK and Europe.

Edinburgh Airport travellers face flight chaos during Easter holidays
Edinburgh passengers flying to and from Italy could face travel chaos next week – right in the middle of the Easter school break.
Gary Flockhart

Drivers on the Edinburgh City Bypass are facing long delays following a breakdown on Wednesday morning

Drivers facing severe delays of 45 minutes on major route

Edinburgh Airport has been named among the worst UK airports for customers experience.

The UK's 'worst' airports for customer satisfaction named

Cabinet Member for Transport, Councillor Colin Cassidy, and Midlothian Council Leader Kelly Parry, went along to meet driver Lesley Lawson at the Auchendinny stop before the launch.

New free community bus launching on Monday

Lost Shore Surf Resort

Attraction praised for helping those hit by Heathrow flight chaos

Specialist counter-terrorism officers have been investigating the substation fire near Heathrow Airport.

Was Heathrow Airport fire a terrorist incident or Russian attack?

'Too soon to say' when emergency gas works will end

New Premier Inn proposed for airport

Bus and tram fares to increase by 10 per cent

A partial road closure will be in place at Edinburgh’s Cameron Toll roundabout between Tuesday, March 4 and Friday, March 14

Diversions in place as major roundabout closes again

I stayed at the Iveagh Garden Hotel during my one-night stay in Dublin and it was perfect. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

Why you should stay at this Dublin hotel - peaceful yet prime location

Power outage affecting all traffic lights on city bypass
Drivers in Edinburgh are advised to be vigilant after a power outage has taken out all traffic lights on the Edinburgh City Bypass.
Neil Johnstone

Disruption to some ScotRail services due to fallen tree

Edinburgh bridge closes ‘as a matter of urgency’

Section of major road to be closed for roadworks

Everyone’s heard of St. Patrick’s Day, the Irish celebration to honour the patron saint of Ireland - but have you heard of St. Brigid’s Day? (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I visited Ireland to celebrate its new bank holiday - and goddess

Eight weeks of roadworks to begin next week

A full road closure will be in place at Edinburgh’s Cameron Toll roundabout between Tuesday, March 4 and Friday, March 14

Works at busy roundabout postponed

Drivers urged to avoid city road after crash involving pedestrian

EasyJet will run direct flight to Bordeaux in France from June 2026.

New flights from Edinburgh to 'bucket list' European destination

A report to Edinburgh City Council transport committee states that 62 per cent of people responding to its consultation on extending the tram network support the idea

Section of tram network to close for three days

Drivers are being warned that farmers will stage a protest rally on Edinburgh City Bypass this weekend. (Picture: Steven McAuley/McAuley Multimedia)

Drivers warned of City Bypass delays due to farmers' protest

Gas leak sees major road closed until further notice

A section of North Berwick High Street will be closed to daytime traffic to allow for repair work.

East Lothian high street will close to traffic for one month

Several roads around Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh will be closed before and after Scotland’s Six Nations rugby match against Italy on Saturday, February 1.

Road closures and travel information for Scotland v Italy rugby match

LOTHIAN Buses has issued a warning to customers after yet another scam page pretending to be linked to the company appeared on social media. The operator shared a screenshot of the account, which calls itself “Public transport Edinburgh” and links to a third-party website. It claims to offer a competition to win a heavily discounted Ridacard, the unlimited travel pass for the city’s buses and trams. It is the latest in a slew of hoax accounts doing the rounds online this year, claiming to offer free or discounted passes.

Lothian Buses withdraws all services during Storm Éowyn

Road closures in place as urgent sewer repairs get underway

Butlin's Big Weekenders may soon be welcoming darts sensation Luke Littler

Luke Littler given Butlin's Big Weekenders 'black card' for birthday

Sykes Holiday Cottages is on the lookout for its first ever UK Short Break Tester who will get the chance to enjoy a selection of staycations for free in 2025. (Photo: Sykes Holiday Cottages)

Enter this competition - and you can win staycations for free in 2025

Disruption set to return at major roundabout plagued by closures

I stayed in what I personally would say is one of the best spa hotels in Bath - a beautiful and luxurious stay in a beautiful city. (Photo: Bath Spa/Facebook)

I stayed in a beautiful spa hotel in Bath - and I didn't want to leave

I visited the Californian city in late November where for the most part the sun was shining and the temperature was sat at a lovely 18C. (Photos: Isabella Boneham/Los Angeles Tourism Board)

I visited LA and was in awe - the celeb-studded city has lots to offer

A Loganair aircraft

Edinburgh flight declares mid-air emergency after flaps on wings fail

Drivers urged to avoid Haymarket area following crash

I had the joy of staying in a wonderful hotel in Oxford - that is in the best location that you could possibly ask for. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I stayed at a hotel in the best location - next to Harry Potter scenes

Passengers at Edinburgh Airport could face disruption, with the potential for flights to be grounded by the strike action. Picture: PA

Airport workers could strike over Christmas following pay dispute

LaplandUK is loved by celebrities including Kate Middleton and the Beckhams

I took my family to celebrity spot LaplandUK – here’s our guide

Trim Castle Hotel, in County Meath, was signed up to a bespoke deal thanks to Radius Energy's tailored service

Luxury hotel shaves thousands off energy bills by recruiting experts

Lizard Point in Cornwall is one of hundreds of £79 holiday resorts on offer in the Parkdean Resorts Black Friday sale

Family beach holidays now start at £79 thanks to a Black Friday sale

I stayed at the Mercure Dubai Deira hotel - a hotel that is for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences to really experience the true side of the destination. (Photo: NationalWorld/Mark Hall/Isabella Boneham)

I stayed at a hotel in Dubai's Old Town - the side you should visit