"Edinburgh and Inverness, with their high dependence upon the leisure market, both suffered from reduced occupancy levels, although the capital managed to improve on revenues for the month, " he added.

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As the euro has slipped in value against other major currencies amid the economic woes, the euro area has become attractive as a holiday destination for Asians and Americans, boosting occupancy rates and the market for hotel real estate.

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The Europe, Middle East and Africa region reported a muted 0.4 percent increase in occupancy costs, with eurozone concerns clearly affecting market fundamentals across the region.

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The council said occupancy levels have dropped from 90% in 2007 to about 70% at the Peoples Market, Butchers Market and General Market.

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