Hotels
The Gailes Hotel and Spa
Privately owned and proudly independent is what The Gailes Hotel and Spa in Ayrshire is all about. The advantage of being your own boss is thinking outside of the box. And that’s what the family […]
Scotland
United Kingdom
Historic Stirling
Gazing across to the mighty National Wallace Monument and the equally impressive Ochil Hills takes some beating. The view from the bedroom window of Hotel Colessio in historic Stirling on a crisp Spring morning was […]
United Kingdom
Unspoilt Solway Coast
We watched spellbound as we greedily tucked into a scrumptious caramel shortbread ice cream. A crisp October day with not a soul in sight as we enjoyed one of Scotland’s most spectacular beaches. Carrick is […]
Book Reviews
Art and Nature in the Outer Hebrides
Beautiful Outer Hebrides in Scotland is packed with stunning nature and wildlife and is often captured best on canvas. Photographer Bruce Kendrick has done just that through his new and impressive book Art and Nature […]
Food
The World’s Only Drive-By Mustard Shop
The Hebrides is fast becoming a foodie destination. Not just for its seafood, Isle of Harris seaweed-infused gin or Raasay whisky which offers you the chance to stay overnight in the distillery. But also for […]
Scotland
Holiday Heaven in Crieff
“Never underestimate an old man with an axe” was very much on our minds as we watched in awe as Kenny launched yet another sharp one at the target. Such was his delight at hitting […]
Concerts
Gaelic Connections Are Stronger Than Ever
Celebrating their native tongue is an important part of life for the Scots. And the annual Celtic Connections which brings together the country’s best musicians is the showpiece for spectacular sets. Held each year from […]
Book Reviews
From A Wonky Path To An Open Road
‘From A Wonky Path To An Open Road’ is an eye catching title for a book and the read itself is just as fascinating. Author Janey de Nordwall takes the reader on a six week […]
Drinks
Isle Of Raasay Distillery Launches Hebridean Gin
Following centuries of illicit distilling, the first legal distillery on the Isle of Raasay in the northwest of Scotland finally began distilling legally in September 2017. The distillery’s goal being to create the finest Hebridean […]
Lifestyle
These Salomon Boots Are Made For Walking… To The Beach
When I get the kit list for a long-awaited surf trip to Scotland, I am surprised to see the most important item, is… a pair of really good walking boots. As standard practice for these […]