Unleash your inner local
Scotland's communities invite you to be a temporary local and share the passion of our people and places when you visit.
Be inspired to embrace the local community spirit on your travels and to give something simple back that will make the community an even better place to live, work and visit.
Everyone's a winner when you become a temporary local.
Be a temporary local
All the reasons to love becoming a local as you travel across Scotland.
Explore our interactive map
Find places throughout Scotland to 'Stay, Eat, Buy, Do, Enjoy' and receive a real community welcome.
Make a conscious choice
Discover more about making a conscious choice and why it matters.
Local tips and friendly ways to be a temporary local
Immerse yourself in Scotland's communities to get a much more personal experience - and leave a positive, lasting impact on the communities you visit.
How to get involved
in Scotland Loves Local campaignBe Local Scotland supports the Scotland Loves Local campaign because we both want to create stronger communities and better places in Scotland.
We want people to see our area as a place to slow down and wander off the beaten track. We encourage our business network to welcome visitors as ‘temporary locals’ and ask them to promote our community events so that they can join in.
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If you are a visitor and want to know more about being a temporary local, sign up here!