Scotland has a long history of travel and trade with many parts of the world and the Scottish diaspora are often proud of their connections with the country. There are many millions of people who can trace their family tree back to Scotland and researching your ancestry might be high on your list of things…
Are you in urgent need of some last minute drinks inspiration for this Hogmanay? Here we come to the rescue. We picked our top 3 cocktail recipes, easy to create in the comfort of your own kitchen (or your holiday accommodation kitchen). Rob Roy As Scottish as the name might suggest, this simple spin…
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you read “Scottish Christmas traditions”? If you are struggling to find an answer, it might be because of this country’s complicated history with the holiday, which dates all the way back to the Reformation. Yule Most of the traditions that survive to this day…
Glencoe is perhaps one of the most infamous glens in Scotland due to the Glencoe Massacre which occurred in 1692. Following the accession to the throne of William III, a royal proclamation declared that the new subjects were to declare their allegiance to the king before 1st January 1692. The MacDonalds did not take this…
Those hilltops look magical covered in snow, but all magic comes with a price. After long days spent hiking or exploring in sub-zero temperatures, there is nothing better than a warm, comforting meal. The modern, fully equipped kitchens in our cottages can be the perfect staging area for your delicious home cooked meals. Here are…
Perth’s Winter Festival is a 10-week long celebration of all things festive. Running from November through to Chinese New Year, the festival includes a number of events throughout December and January. We headed into Perth last month for the Christmas Light Switch-On event on the 15th November. This event alone is something to behold as…
The festive season is upon us, and it is the best time to enjoy some quality time with your family. Forget about the stress of Christmas shopping and planning New Year’s parties, and take some time to simply go out and have fun with your little ones. Here is our selection of family-friendly events in…
The dam and fish ladder at Pitlochry have long been a popular sightseeing spot for visitors. The addition of a café and visitor centre in 2017 have added a fun and family friendly experience to the site. Construction began in 1946 and the dam has been operational since 1951. The water flowing down the River…
This month is all about colours and nature. If nature inspires you as it inspires us, then you will be just as excited as we are about Autumn. Nature brings out our creativity in so many different ways. Every person has their own way to express themself and that is the beauty of being creative.…
Deanston Distillery is located in the small village of Deanston, 9 miles from Stirling and next to Doune. The building began life as a cotton mill in 1785, which explains its peculiar design for a whisky distillery. The mill grew to employ thousands of local workers and was the heart of the community for more…