TRAVEL

TRAVEL

SCOTLAND, THE UK AND BEYOND

Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian.

Review: The Caledonian Hotel, Edinburgh

It was Coco Chanel who said ‘luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it’s not luxury.’ And I think it’s fair to say the purveyors of grandeur...
Tattu Edinurgh P10494-274-Final Web Use JPG small

Review: Cherry Blossom Tuesday at Tattu Edinburgh

I’m not sure what alchemy was involved in the scheduling of Tattu restaurant’s Cherry Blossom dinner for the first warm day of the year in...
The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey by night.

Review: The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey

'I could move here.' We've all said it. You're on holiday, drinking in the sun's rays and (most likely) a cold one from the local...

The INEOS Grenadier: How does this 4×4 fair on the sodden hills of Royal Deeside?

It’s rare that I need to be asked twice to head for the hills, but if there’s an opportunity to go off road then I’m...
image (14)

Hop On Hop Off vs. Traditional Bus Tours in Edinburgh: Which is Right for You?

Sponsored Content | Exploring the historic and scenic city of Edinburgh offers an array of experiences, with its rich tapestry of culture, architecture, and natural...
Yamato is a Japanese fine dining restaurant that focuses on the simplicity of high quality ingredients over fussy presentation.

Review: Yamato, Edinburgh

Megan Amato heads to fine dining Japanese restaurant Yamato to try out the offering which does not disappoint.   I often make the joke with...
Balbirnie-2-28xbj8dd8-1024x767

Hotels news round-up: Murrayshall, Balbirnie, and more

Peter Ranscombe rounds-up the latest news from Scotland's hotels. THE latest step in a £30 million investment at Murrayshall Country Estate in Perthshire has been...

The Balmoral is crowned as ‘hotel of the year’

THE Balmoral in Edinburgh has been named as the hotel of the year at the AA Hospitality Awards. Richard Cooke, the hotel's general manager, said:...
IMG_20220920_184821-2qja78kf2-1024x472

REVIEW: Ralph & Finns, Glasgow

Peter Ranscombe enjoys chef Kevin O’Neill’s Scottish dishes at Ralph & Finns in Glasgow. WITH its soaring sandstone buildings and its baffling grid-iron street layout,...

Scottish slave trade film premieres in Glasgow

A FILM that explores Scotland's connections with the slave trade will have its UK premiere at Glasgow Film Theatre. Lagareh – The Last Born, which...

Hostelling Scotland sites all open again

ALL of the sites operated by Hostelling Scotland are now up and running again following the lockdowns. It marks the first time in more than...
19_May_Lord_Crewe_Food_and_Rooms_Low_Res-13-Copy-30ve2mrw4-1024x581

REVIEW: Lord Crewe Arms, Northumberland

Grant Dickie reviews the Lord Crewe Arms at Blanchland in Northumberland. ANYONE who knows me will tell you how much I love great architecture and...
Tattu Edinurgh P10494-274-Final Web Use JPG small

Review: Cherry Blossom Tuesday at Tattu Edinburgh

I’m not sure what alchemy was involved in the scheduling of Tattu restaurant’s Cherry Blossom dinner for the first warm day of the year in...
Credit: Zak Cassar.

Kiefer Sutherland: Hollywood star brings new whisky to the UK

Hollywood star Kiefer Sutherland has unveiled his new whisky to the UK, a homage to his Canadian roots and love of the spirit. The whisky,...
Tom Tsappis, chef-owner Killiecrankie House. Credit Alex Baxter Photography

In a nutshell, Chef Tom Tsappis: ‘I’d love to cook for Tom Cruise’

Chef Tom Tsappis and his wife Matilda moved from London to Killiecrankie in 2021 to realise their dream of opening their own restaurant. Killiecrankie House...
SY_Cromars_St Andrews_dog friendly003

‘Scotland’s first dog friendly chippy’ launches in St Andrews

A chip shop in St Andrews says it has become 'Scotland’s first dog-friendly chippy' with the launch of a dedicated menu for diners’ pooches. The...
Thomas Macrae.

Life With Isle of Harris Distillery: ‘The Hearach is special, it has done so much for the island’

Isle of Harris distiller Thomas Macrae talks to us about his earliest memories of whisky and why The Hearach is so special to islanders. And...
4.jpg

James Robertson: The importance of indy beer makers

James Robertson tries out the latest indy beers at the Biscuit Factory Beverage Festival and shares his favourites.    At the weekend I visited the...