Posts Tagged ‘travel’
REVIEW: Innside Newcastle
For a sophisticated and stylish stay in Newcastle look no further than Innside, writes Grant Dickie. SITUATED a stone’s throw from one the most synonymous views Newcastle has to offer, Innside by Meliã is the perfect stay for anyone looking to book a trip to the Toon. The modern but almost industrial-style architecture of the…
Read MoreForbes Travel Guide awards The Balmoral five stars
The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte hotel, has been awarded five-stars in the 2022 Forbes Travel Guide. It was announced that The Balmoral remains the only hotel in Scotland to receive the world-renowned accolade. Forbes Travel Guide is the authority in genuine Five-Star service, and The Balmoral, for the second year running, remains on its illustrious…
Read MoreNorth Coast 500 beauty hotspots and coverage not-spots
New mobile mapping survey finds more than 34 miles of the North Coast 500 is without 4G coverage. Ahead of the Easter weekend, drivers are being encouraged to be aware of coverage not-spots to avoid any nasty surprises. Digital connectivity consultancy, FarrPoint, has made the interactive map freely available to tourists in a bid to…
Read MoreFrom Sheffield with love to Scotland’s islands
Despite living in Sheffield, author Richard Clubley’s love for the Scottish islands brings him north several times a year. And in this book, he gives a passionate account of what makes these places so special and worth visiting. He meets locals and learns a few realities of island life. He almost perished on Ailsa Craig,…
Read MoreA unique afternoon tea with Indulgent Cruises
Scottish Field readers with a love for travel at sea are being invited to attend an exclusive event this weekend. In partnership with Silversea and Indulgent Cruises, an exclusive afternoon tea is being held for Scottish Field readers and associates at the Blythswood Square Hotel in Glasgow, on Sunday 10 of April, for another inspiring…
Read MoreLots to see at the Maid of the Loch this year
Easter is on the way, and marks the start of the new season for PS Maid of the Loch. The Ship on the Slip programme continues for the second year running, while the ship is on the slipway, under restoration at Balloch, Loch Lomond. The opening celebrations on Easter Weekend include In Steam winch house…
Read MoreGold Green Tourism Award for bothies business
Cairngorm Bothies, near Aboyne in Royal Deeside, has secured a Gold Green Tourism Award which recognises the business’ commitment to becoming more sustainable. Acknowledged worldwide as an indicator of best practice in sustainability, the awards provides a practical way for a tourism business to progress on a ‘œgreen journey’. They also act as a hallmark…
Read MoreCelebrating 2000 years of Scots history this summer
More than 2000 years of history are being brought to life, with the return of events to some of Scotland most iconic heritage sites. Historic Environment Scotland has announced details of its summer events programme which will once again see history brought to life at sites across Scotland with the return of live events for…
Read MoreTravel through 60 years of art and culture
Highlights from six decades of artistic inspiration are currently on display as the Lillie Art Gallery in Milngavie marks a magical milestone. The Lillie at 60 features artworks which were originally part of Robert Lillie’s bequest in 1949, as well as works by Robert himself, his sister and Michael Bowley – architect of the popular…
Read MoreDiscover more about fantastic Indulgent Cruises
Scottish Field readers with a love for travel at sea are being invited to another exclusive event. In partnership with Silversea and Indulgent Cruises, an exclusive afternoon tea is being held for Scottish Field readers and associates at the Blythswood Square Hotel in Glasgow, on Sunday 10 of April, for another inspiring travel event for…
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