Join Wander Scotland
Join a growing network of Scottish tourism and hospitality businesses - helping more travellers discover the very best of local, independent Scotland.Annual membership: £97
Do you have a unique, boutique or authentic stay, eatery, shop, activity or experience in Scotland?
Our loyal readers are actively searching for memorable places to stay, eat, drink and explore - from boutique cabins and coastal cottages to destination dining, whisky bars, coffee shops, guided tours and unforgettable local experiences.
Through our website, social media channels and Scotland travel resources, we connect travellers directly with the independent Scottish businesses and experiences we genuinely love and recommend. We send readers straight to your website, helping you build your own audience, encourage direct bookings and reduce your reliance on commission-based booking platforms.
By joining, you’ll gain access to knowledge, networks and opportunities designed to help you grow your business, while being part of a movement championing the very best of local, independent Scottish brands.
Our Numbers
1.5 million
annual readers
£450,000+
partner revenue generated to date
100,000+
itinerary views
500+
bespoke client itineraries
Member Benefits
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Business Development & Visibility
Dedicated profile - A dedicated profile featuring your business name, direct website link, description, and images, giving visitors an easy way to discover and book.
Your business on the map - Be featured in our online directory and interactive map, helping travellers find your business while planning their trip.
Feature in our itineraries - Be featured in our bespoke itineraries, destination guides and downloadable PDFs where you’re a natural fit, putting your business in front of travellers planning their trip.
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Connections & Community
Business meet-ups - Connect with fellow members through regular meet-ups, farm tours and regional events designed to encourage knowledge-sharing, collaboration and new connections.
Monthly newsletter - Keep up to date with industry news, member stories, events and opportunities.
Community group - A friendly, supportive space on FB for independent Scottish tourism and hospitality businesses to connect with each other, share knowledge, ask questions, and swap recommendations and opportunities.
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Expert knowledge & training
Grow your business - Access practical resources, training and expert advice to help you strengthen your business and reach more travellers, from improving your website for search to making the most of your online presence.
Trusted experts - Access our growing network of trusted experts. Members will have access to recommendations for specialists we know and trust, from photographers and videographers to influencers, UGC, web, marketing and creative support.
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Member Opportunities
Get first access to selected Wander Scotland opportunities, collaborations and promotional opportunities as they arise. Members can add social media, email and relevant editorial promotion for a small additional fee.
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The Magazine
Members will have first access to advertising and feature opportunities in our upcoming digital and print magazine, with additional paid opportunities available as spaces are released.
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Partnerships
For brands looking for a bigger presence, our Partner packages offer tailored, ongoing partnerships across Wander Scotland. Find out more about becoming a Partner below.
Wander Scotland Partnerships
We also welcome long-term partnerships with brands that share our passion for Scotland and want to help grow a community of great Scottish businesses, places, and experiences.
By becoming a Wander Scotland partner, you’ll gain a stronger presence across our website, social channels, and email audience, with opportunities to showcase your brand, reach new audiences, and build lasting visibility within the Wander Scotland community.
Partnerships can include:
Comprehensive feature pages, including videos.
Dedicated features, reviews and write-ups
Social media features
Sponsorship of a destination, walking route or location guide
Headline sponsorship of key website pages
Inclusion in our destination guides and downloadable PDFs
Exclusive banner advertising across the website
Promotion to our email audience, including sponsorship of our monthly newsletter
Category or destination exclusivity
Site visits alongside brand photography/videography
Every partnership is tailored to the brand, so if you think we're a good fit, we’d love to hear from you.