Winter is as good a time as any to Visit Scotland. You might not get the endless long days of spring and summer but it's just as beautiful and heartwarming. And there is an advantage of visiting Scotland in the winter, accommodations are usually cheaper, there is lots going on in the cities and towns around Christmas and Hogmanay and it's generally a great time to be here. When the weather is cold and wet there is warmth and cosiness to be found inside and often winter presents itself from its good side with crisp frosty days, some snow and fabulous light if you're a photographer. You might … [Read more...] about Winter Events and Festivals in Scotland
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Outlaw King Trailer and Movie Locations
Outlaw King is the untold, true story of Robert The Bruce who transformed from defeated nobleman, to reluctant King, to outlaw hero over the course of an extraordinary year. Forced into battle in order to save his family, his people and his country from the oppressive English occupation of medieval Scotland, Robert seizes the Scottish crown and rallies a ragtag group of men to face off against the wrath of the world's strongest army lead by the ferocious King Edward 1 and his volatile son, the Prince of Wales.Outlaw King is the biggest film made on "Scottish turf “and is regarded a "love … [Read more...] about Outlaw King Trailer and Movie Locations
Discovering Distilleries with Tall Ship Thalassa
Many whisky distilleries on the Scottish Islands are located near the sea, it was the most logical place to build one as barley and whisky had to be shipped in and out to and from mainland Scotland. At the time the distilleries were built, most of them around the end of the 1800s, there were no roads and no ferry services as we know them today. A good example is the Isle of Islay where seven out of eight distilleries are located directly next to the sea and they all have a pier where ships can be moored at.If you travel in between the islands in the west of Scotland, especially in the … [Read more...] about Discovering Distilleries with Tall Ship Thalassa
Charles Rennie Mackintosh 150th Anniversary
As a regular visitor of Glasgow I very much anticipated a visit to the Glasgow School of Art which was due to re-open in 2019 after a devastating fire in 2014. Millions of pounds have been invested to get this iconic masterpiece back to its original standings. The fire in 2014 was a nightmare for the people of Glasgow and fans the world over. For those who don't know him, Charles Rennie Mackintosh is Scotland’s most celebrated architect and designer of the 20th century. His work and legacy is celebrated across Glasgow, where he left a beautiful and lasting mark on the city. A quote from the … [Read more...] about Charles Rennie Mackintosh 150th Anniversary
Dundee is Scotland Coolest City
I bet you didn't see this one coming right? Don't be mistaken though, Dundee is going from strength to strength and now Lonely Planet has named Dundee as one of their Best in Europe for 2018. And it's not just Lonely Planet who point point out Dundee as the Go To City for 2018. Prestigious publications like The Wall Street Journal, CNN, Bloomberg and the Guardian all citing the city in their 2018 travel itineraries. Famed for its continual reinvention, particularly after the decline of traditional industries such as whaling, shipbuilding and jute manufacturing, the city has transformed into a … [Read more...] about Dundee is Scotland Coolest City
Beyond Edinburgh Sightseeing Pass
Edinburgh is a fantastic city and draws visitor from all over the world to the beautiful centre and many attractions. But Edinburgh can be busy at times so an escape to the beautiful countryside gives your city visit an entirely different twist. From the busy Royal Mile to the peace and quiet of Scott's View in the Scottish Borders or the nearby Border Abbeys is merely an hour away. Since May this year this has become much easier and now you can "see more and save more" with the Midlothian and the Scottish Borders one or two day sightseeing pass.Jump in the car or take the train or bus … [Read more...] about Beyond Edinburgh Sightseeing Pass
