As the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh's many tourist attractions are often in the public eye however the historic city is also home to a plethora of business opportunities meaning it's a hot spot for corporate travellers too. If you're planning to trip to Edinburgh in the hope of meeting clients or clinching some deals, it's a very good idea to take a little time to plan ahead as the capital can sometimes be very busy - especially during the summer months - and the last thing you want is to find you're struggling for somewhere to stay or you get lost on your way to your all important meeting.

No matter what your sector, it's likely that you'll find valuable contracts in the capital of Scotland. From the thriving media, marketing and digital sector of Leith to the burgeoning financial services industry in the centre of Edinburgh as well as the still prevalent brewing, publishing and electronics industries, the city is popular with corporate travellers of all business creeds.

While Edinburgh is packed with gorgeous sights and large-scale shopping and entertainments opportunities as well as many business areas, the city itself is relatively small and compact. This means that you're likely to find that if you choose your accommodation wisely you should be easily within walking distance of most places. The city also has a comprehensive and mainly reliable bus service, but you may prefer to pick up a black cab or book a mini cab to ensure you get to your meeting unruffled and with plenty of time to spare.

If you're flying into Edinburgh, bear in mind the fact that Edinburgh Airport is a little way out of the centre. It only takes about half an hour to get into the city on the Airlink 100 bus and there's no need to book ahead for this service. Once you're in the centre of the city itself, it's a good idea to print out a few pages from Google Maps or to buy a street guide as the winding streets and scenic roads can sometimes be a little confusing to those unfamiliar with them. However, the majestic Edinburgh castle provides a handy landmark for most visitors hoping to get their bearings!

When you're booking flights to Edinburgh for business, make sure you enjoy your experience to the fullest by putting aside a little time to enjoy a relaxing lunch or after work drink in one of the city's many welcoming pubs.