Scots Flock to New York for Tartan Festival

Tourists are being urged to take advantage of cheap hotels in New York this week as the city will be celebrations all things tartan.

Both Scottish visitors and holidaymakers from elsewhere in the UK look set to descend on the Big Apple to join the fun at the annual Tartan Week event.

This year up to 250,000 people are expected to take part in the tartan celebrations – the tenth held in the city so far.

Scotland's first minister Alex Salmond, who is attending the event, said: "The history and common values that we share with North America are strong. Scottish culture is right at the heart of Scotland Week."

"It's about the relationships and interest that will grow throughout the year fostering real prosperity for Scotland," he added.

Celebrities will also be among the crowds, with Lawrence Tynes, who plays for the New York Giants in the National Football League, acting as 'Grand Marshal' for the Tartan Day Parade.

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Updated: Mon, 31 Mar 2008 15:14:39

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