Today is Hogmanay, or New Year’s Eve if you’re a non-Scot. Where has 2019 gone? It seems to have flown by in the blink of an eye.… Read more “My Scottish travel highlights of 2019”
Exploring the Cowal Peninsula – a winter break at Hunters Quay Holiday Village
We recently returned to Argyll for another short break with Argyll Holidays. Our home for the weekend was a lovely hot tub lodge at Hunters Quay Holiday… Read more “Exploring the Cowal Peninsula – a winter break at Hunters Quay Holiday Village”
Foodie heaven in Aberdeenshire – a tour of Mackie’s of Scotland
In my last blog I waxed lyrical about a foodie trip to Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire (one of our favourite wee corners of Scotland). VisitAberdeenshire and Mackie’s of… Read more “Foodie heaven in Aberdeenshire – a tour of Mackie’s of Scotland”
A fabulous winter break in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire – fairytale castles, fantastic food and festive lights
One of the things I love most about Aberdeenshire is how diverse the region is. You can go from sandy beach to mountain top, fine dining restaurant… Read more “A fabulous winter break in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire – fairytale castles, fantastic food and festive lights”
A short break in Aberdeenshire – winter walks, snow roads, comfort food and coorie in
With the arrival of November came an eagerly awaited weekend break in Aberdeenshire. We planned to spend it hiking in Royal Deeside, chasing snow on The Snow… Read more “A short break in Aberdeenshire – winter walks, snow roads, comfort food and coorie in”
Giant Lanterns Lost Worlds – A rip-ROARING night out
The Giant Lanterns of China are back at Edinburgh Zoo and with 600 new lanterns and an extended route, this year’s event promises to be even bigger… Read more “Giant Lanterns Lost Worlds – A rip-ROARING night out”
Stay in a Scottish castle and live like a laird – Old Newton of Doune
Anyone familiar with this blog will know I’m a history geek with a passion for castles. The Wee White Dug loves a castle too – like mother… Read more “Stay in a Scottish castle and live like a laird – Old Newton of Doune”
A Scottish Halloween – gothic dining, a haunted house and horrible history
“It’s the most wonderful time of year.” Yes, that’s right Halloween is upon us again. What’s not to love about ghoulies and ghosties and long-leggedy beasties and… Read more “A Scottish Halloween – gothic dining, a haunted house and horrible history”
The Lovat, Loch Ness – fine dining and Highland hospitality
With autumn in full bloom, our travels took us north to the pretty Highland village of Fort Augustus. We’d been invited to stay at The Lovat Loch… Read more “The Lovat, Loch Ness – fine dining and Highland hospitality”
Dakota Hotel Edinburgh – a date night with VIPaws
Earlier this month, Mr G and I travelled a whopping 5.9 miles from home for a date night at the Dakota Hotel Edinburgh. And because there’s no… Read more “Dakota Hotel Edinburgh – a date night with VIPaws”