Scotland
Ten fantastic places to visit in… Ardnamurchan
Ardnamurchan in Lochaber is known as being one of Scotland’s most unspoiled and undisturbed areas. Its remoteness is accentuated by the main access route being a single track road for much of its length, ensuring the area’s natural beauty is preserved for future generations. We present 10 things to do in Ardnamurchan. BOAT TRIPS Taking…
Read MoreScots love walking their dogs to de-stress their minds
A study has found that a huge proportion of dog owners feel that walking their dog is crucial for de-stressing from the hectic buzz of daily life. Out of the 2,000 owners involved in the study in Scotland, 75% see a dog walk as an escape and almost two thirds claim that this is the…
Read MoreMystery killer whale pod seen off the west coast
The identity of a group of nine killer whales off Scotland’s west coast remains a mystery – despite extensive research and a flurry of sightings of killer whales in the Hebrides over recent weeks. They were encountered during the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust’s annual marine research expeditions last year, and the Trust now hopes…
Read MoreEdinburgh Castle in the running for tourist award
Edinburgh Castle has again been nominated as Best Heritage Attraction in the prestigious British Travel Awards (BTAs). The public decide who wins and have until 30 September to vote to ensure the castle seizes the top prize at this year’s awards. Winners will be announced at the BTA Gala Awards Dinner in London on 27…
Read MoreJust a week to go until distillery opens its doors
There’s just a week to go until the opening of the first single malt whisky distillery in the centre of Edinburgh for almost 100 years. Holyrood Distillery, will throw open its doors on 30 July, and has also launched bookings for its tour experiences. Bookings for Holyrood’s range of daily guided distillery tours, all of…
Read MoreAn artistic new look for Royal Salute whisky
Royal Salute is toasting an all-new look for its signature 21 Year Old Scotch whisky. This showcases a contemporary take on its rich history with a colourful, enchanting depiction of the British Royal Menagerie that pays tribute to the brand’s royal heritage. Created in collaboration with esteemed fine artist Kristjana S. Williams, the new packaging…
Read MoreThe Turriff Show is now just a fortnight away
The biggest two-day agricultural show in Scotland, the Turriff Show, is running in just a couple of weeks. The event, which runs on 4-5 August, attracts around 23,000 people, including those involved in farming as well as many people not involved in farming who enjoy the show for its wide array of activities and 300+…
Read MoreHelp wanted to chart Scotland’s ocean wildlife
Scientists at Sea Watch Foundation are looking for Scottish marine mammal enthusiasts to help with their survey of whales, dolphins and porpoises. Every year for nine days in late July, Sea Watch Foundation look for wildlife enthusiasts and around the UK to support National Whale and Dolphin Watch, a citizen science project organised by the…
Read MoreTide and Time are new 21-year-olds from Jura
Jura Single Malt Whisky has unveiled new additions to its family of single malt whiskies with a pair of 21 year old expressions. It has released Jura Tide and Jura Time, both aged for 21 Years, they bring to life the tiny island provenance for the super-premium market. The pair offer a unique point of…
Read MoreNew map launched to get cyclists on their bikes
Sustrans and VisitScotland have launched a new interactive route planner to help cyclists explore The Caledonian Way, one of Scotland’s greatest long-distance cycling routes. The Caledonian Way’s 237 mile stretch reaches from Campbeltown to Inverness and draws in around 2,500,000 cycling journeys each year. The popularity of these cycling routes contributes massively to local economies…
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