Deep in the Scottish Borders lies Dawyck Botanic Garden, one of the world’s most spectacular arboretum.
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The Scottish Borders village of St Abbs (or New Asgard) might not be the first place you think of if you are hankering for a fresh crab sandwich, but for those in the know, it’s a hallowed destination.
Wander up the Royal Mile to the the Castle to take in (and photograph!) those stunning views.
My parents recently took a trip to north-west Italy, to visit Chiavari, near Genoa, where my mum’s father was held as a prisoner of war during WWII. Growing up I had known little about my grandfather’s time as a soldier, or as a prisoner of war. Doing the research for my parent’s trip was fascinating, …
BEER! – That hopefully got your attention. I love beer. Whether you prefer ‘craft beer’ or ‘real ale’, beer is still beer, and something that Edinburgh does fantastically well – so to help you out here is my mini guide to Edinburgh craft beer and real ale pubs.
You will absolutely love Applecross. Driving down the hill after braving the Bealach Na Ba, the sea is a spectacular blue, the view to Raasay and Skye clear and you’ll be looking forward to a drink outside the famous Applecross Inn.
A visit to Mhor 84 motel, located on the edge of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Owned by the same people as the famous Monachyle Mhor just up the road; and it is just as stylish!