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Daily Record
05-07-2025
- Daily Record
The Scottish city that was named best in the world for raising a family
It topped cities such as Amsterdam and Copenhagen. Choosing where to raise a family can be a difficult decision. From the quality of nearby schools to affordability, there are many different factors to weigh up. Many people choose to move to a city thanks to the sheer number of amenities on offer. Despite costs typically being higher than in smaller settlements, in terms of convenience cities cannot be beaten. One city in Scotland that was previously named the "best in the world" to raise a family is Edinburgh. The Scottish capital topped a list put together by language learning platform italki. To put together their list, italki considered a range of factors. These included safety, amenities, affordability, maternity leave, and schooling. According to the experts, Edinburgh has an overall quality of life index score of 187.7. The experts also revealed that the Scottish city benefits from the most maternity leave on the list, with 39 weeks. The results also revealed that there are 32.8 things to do per 10,000 people in Edinburgh. The city boasts a huge variety of attractions and beauty spots that can keep families entertained endlessly. One of the top family attractions in the Scottish capital is Edinburgh Zoo, which is the largest zoo in Scotland. The zoo comprises 80 acres, and is home to more than 2,500 animals. Elsewhere, as we enter the peak of summer, another popular destination for families in the city is the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Highlights of the world-renowned attraction include its Rock Garden, the peaceful Woodland Garden, the Chinese Hillside, and the Rhododendron Collection. Other popular attractions in Edinburgh include Arthur's Seat and Edinburgh Castle. The former is an ancient extinct volcano that offers spectacular views out over the city, while Edinburgh Castle includes standouts such as the Great Hall, St Margaret's Chapel, and the One o'clock Gun. Edinburgh is also home to many renowned schools, both state and private. Boroughmuir High School and James Gillespie's High School are considered among the best state schools in the city, while top private schools include Fettes College and Merchiston Castle School. In terms of food, Edinburgh has no shortage of restaurants for the whole family to enjoy. Popular eateries include Mums Great Comfort Food on Forrest Road, Duck and Waffle in the city's acclaimed St James Quarter, and Bertie's Proper Fish and Chips on Victoria Street. Elsewhere, Amsterdam in the Netherlands followed behind at number two on italki's roundup. According to the experts, the cost of living in Amsterdam is lower than other cities in the top 10. Completing the top five on italki's list of the best cities in the world to raise a family were Seville in Spain, Helsinki in Finland, and Copenhagen in Denmark. Rounding out the top 10 were Munich, Madrid, Tokyo, Wellington, and Vienna. italki website. The 10 best cities in the world to raise a family Edinburgh, Scotland Amsterdam, Netherlands Seville, Spain Helsinki, Finland Copenhagen, Denmark Munich, Germany Madrid, Spain Tokyo, Japan Wellington, New Zealand Vienna, Austria
BBC News
02-07-2025
- BBC News
Female lynx that were let loose in Cairngorms given names
Three lynx that survived being dumped in the Highlands earlier this year have been given names at their new home at the Highland Wildlife wild cats - named Caledonia, Cardrona and Bluebell - were spotted in the Cairngorms National Park in early January, sparking a search before they were captured south of a period in quarantine at Edinburgh Zoo, the three females were moved to the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's (RZSS) wildlife park at Kincraig in cats have been named following a competition involving Scottish schools. A fourth lynx, a male, was illegally released before being captured in January, but it died a short time later. Judith Bowman, carnivore team leader at the Highland Wildlife Park, said: "It has been wonderful to care for the three girls here at the park over the past month. "We are already seeing their playful and curious personalities flourish." Police were first alerted to reports of lynx on the loose in the Drumguish area of the UK's biggest national park on 8 Royal Zoological Society of Scotland used cage-type traps baited with venison and quail to capture the cats. They were caught within two Scotland has been investigating the January release.
Scotsman
27-06-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
New Edinburgh to Glasgow bus launches multi-stop service running every 30 minutes
A new Edinburgh to Glasgow bus is set to launch next month, providing a multi-stop service every 30 minutes. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... FlixBus, which launched a direct Edinburgh to London Heathrow bus earlier in the month, will start the new service on Monday, July 7, with several new stops added across the capital to improve local travel options. In addition to its central Edinburgh Bus Station stop, the new service will call at Princes Street, Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Drum Brae, Ratho Station, and Ingliston Park and Ride. The bus service, which is set to run every 30–35 minutes, will also connect Livingston, Harthill and Newhouse Park and Ride before arriving in Glasgow's Buchanan Bus Station. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad And similar to the direct service between Edinburgh and Heathrow Airport, the new service offers free travel for Young Scot under 22s, over 60s with a bus pass and anyone with a National Entitlement Card. FlixBus is launching a new multi-stop bus service between Edinburgh and Glasgow | FlixBus Andreas Schorling, senior managing director of FlixBus UK, said: 'The launch of this route marks the next phase of our growth journey in Scotland, providing a service tailored to the needs of local people, offering a fantastic customer experience through our constant focus on passengers. 'Adding these destinations will bring convenient, frequent FlixBus journeys to those living outside of city centres, perfect for everyone from commuters to university students and day trips.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Full route stop list: Glasgow's Buchanan Bus Station, Newhouse Park and Ride, Harthill Services, Livingston Deer Park, Ratho Station, Ingliston Park and Ride, Corstorphine Drum Brae, Edinburgh Zoo, Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Princes Street, and Edinburgh Bus Station. For more information and to check ticket availability you can visit the FlixBus website.
Scotsman
26-06-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
FlixBus launches new service between Edinburgh and Glasgow with buses departing every 30 minutes
FlixBus announces new service between Scotland's two biggest cities. Sign up for the latest news and analysis about Scottish transport Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... FlixBus is set to launch a new multi-stop bus service between Glasgow and Edinburgh next month. New stops in the Capital, including Princes Street, Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Drum Brae, Ratho Station, and Newhouse Park and Ride, will now be available for passengers on the company's network. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Departing every 30-35 minutes throughout the day between Edinburgh Bus Station and Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station, the route will launch on Monday, July 7. In addition to its two city centre stops, the route will connect key locations including Livingston, Harthill, and Edinburgh's West End, offering passengers more convenient travel options. Tickets on the route start at £3.49, while travel is completely free on the FlixBus Scotland network for Young Scots under 22, over 60s with a bus pass and anyone with a valid National Entitlement Card (NEC). Andreas Schorling, Senior Managing Director of FlixBus UK, said: 'The launch of this route marks the next phase of our growth journey in Scotland, providing a service tailored to the needs of local people, offering a fantastic customer experience through our constant focus on passengers. FlixBus is launching a new multi-stop bus service between Edinburgh and Glasgow | FlixBus 'Adding these destinations will bring convenient, frequent FlixBus journeys to those living outside of city centres, perfect for everyone from commuters to university students and day trips.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Full route stop list: Glasgow's Buchanan Bus Station, Newhouse Park and Ride, Harthill Services, Livingston Deer Park, Ratho Station, Ingliston Park and Ride, Corstorphine Drum Brae, Edinburgh Zoo, Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Princes Street, and Edinburgh Bus Station. FlixBus offers a comprehensive network across Aberdeen, Dundee, Perth, Stirling, among others, as well as 80+ destinations in the UK.
Glasgow Times
26-06-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Popular bus firm announced brand-new Glasgow route
FlixBus revealed its new multi-stop bus service between Glasgow's Buchanan Street Bus Station and Edinburgh Bus Station. However, the new service will make several stops on journeys between the two Scottish cities. New stops on the route include Princess Street, Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Drum Brae, Ratho Station, and Newhouse Park and Ride. READ MORE: Major upgrade unveiled for new 'fast' Glasgow bus service READ MORE: Bus firm unveiled major change to busy Glasgow route READ MORE: New fast bus service launched between Glasgow and busy town The travel operator said the service will depart every 30 - 35 minutes throughout the day, and it will launch on Monday, July 7. In addition to its two city centre stops, the route will connect key locations including Livingston, Harthill, and Edinburgh's West End, offering passengers more convenient travel options. Tickets on the brand-new route will start at £3.49; however, travel is free for Young Scots under 22, over 60s with a bus pass, and anyone with a valid National Entitlement Card. Andreas Schorling, Senior Managing Director of FlixBus UK, said: 'The launch of this route marks the next phase of our growth journey in Scotland, providing a service tailored to the needs of local people, offering a fantastic customer experience through our constant focus on passengers. 'Adding these destinations will bring convenient, frequent FlixBus journeys to those living outside of city centres, perfect for everyone from commuters to university students and day trips.' Here is the full stop list for the new route:
