Scotland Travel

As a venue for corporate events near Edinburgh for team-building or other activities, the historic Lennoxlove House, home to the Duke of Hamilton, is hard to beat.

Nov 4, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

A range of active Lazy Days is on offer at the historic Tontine Hotel, a coaching inn in Peebles in the Scottish Borders, including cycling, walking, golf, and food.

Jul 29, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

Ruth Hinks worked with Michelin-starred chefs and now lets chocolate lovers experience a chocolate making course at her company Cocoa Black in Peebles, Scotland.

Jul 22, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

Historic Lennoxlove House near Edinburgh in Scotland, seat of the Dukes of Hamilton, has guided tours and can be booked as an exclusive-use hotel for weddings and events.

Jun 26, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

Frommer's Guide to Scotland has travel advice and information on Glasgow, Edinburgh, and all the popular visitor destinations including the Scottish Highlands and Islands

Jun 9, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

The most expensive luxury hotels in Glasgow, Scotland, some with spas and top restaurants, include the Hilton, Malmaison, Hotel du Vin, Millennium, and ABode

Jun 1, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

A new free map shows six of the best whisky bars in Glasgow for those who want to sample the finest Scotch and best single malts while visiting Scotland.

May 23, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

The annual Moniaive Folk Music Festival is held each May in what has become known as Scotland's Festivals Village. 2009 sees Dervish headlining the 3-day event.

Apr 24, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

Edinburgh is Scotland's capital city and visitor attractions include its Castle, Royal Palace of Holyroodhouse, National Museum of Scotland, and National Gallery.

Apr 13, 2009 - Mike Gerrard

The city of Edinburgh is one of Scotland's top tourist attractions, and there are plenty of 5-star, deluxe and luxury Edinburgh hotels to choose from.

Oct 18, 2008 - Mike Gerrard

In 2011 the Jumeirah will be the newest of Glasgow's luxury hotels when it opens in the business district, with spa, gym, bars, 5-star suites and serviced apartments.

Oct 15, 2008 - Mike Gerrard

The largest of the world's whisky collections has been brought from Brazil to Scotland, and will go on display at the Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh.

Oct 8, 2008 - Mike Gerrard

Mains of Taymouth are luxury, self-catering holiday cottages in Kenmore on Loch Tay, Perthshire, Scotland: an attractive alternative to hotels for a Scottish vacation.

Sep 8, 2008 - Mike Gerrard

Foodies at the Festival is part of the Edinburgh Festival in August, with star chefs giving classes, wine and whisky tastings, and chance to buy from local producers.

Jul 21, 2008 - Mike Gerrard

A new Scotland travel guide, specially a Rough Guide, is welcome. This covers hotels, restaurants, sights and more, from Edinburgh and Glasgow to Highlands & islands.

May 24, 2008 - Mike Gerrard

Kasabian and Idlewild are two of the music acts playing at Edinburgh's Hogmanay Night celebrations when the city rocks and parties to see in the New Year of 2008.

Dec 3, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

Scotland has two major home games at Murrayfield for the 2008 Six Nations Championships, against France and England. Here are some recommended restaurants for fans.

Nov 26, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

Enjoy hiking, photography, art courses and other vacations at Queen Elizabeth's Scottish country home, Balmoral Castle, with meals and accommodation in the Castle

Jul 30, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

A full refurbishment of the boutique St Andrews Golf Hotel includes a new restaurant overlooking the West Sands, near the most famous golf course in the world

Jun 28, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

Scotland's Moffat House Hotel in the village of Moffat, a short drive from Glasgow and Edinburgh, has a quarter-million pound refit to upgrade from 3-star to 4-star

Jun 27, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

Only 20 miles from Edinburgh and set in 460 acres, the exclusive luxury suites at Lennoxlove House, which dates to the 1300s, open to guests after major £3m restoration

Jun 26, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

There are only two games at Murrayfield in the Rugby World Cup, but both feature Scotland, with one match against New Zealand. There won't be an empty hotel in the city

May 24, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

The Scotland, New Zealand and Romania teams all play at Murrayfield in the Rugby World Cup 2007, so to find a good hotel in or near Edinburgh you should book now

May 13, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

Scotland's capital Edinburgh is known for its Festival, its castle, Royal Palace, Royal Mile - and great food and pubs. A guide to Eccentric Edinburgh shows another face

Mar 28, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

The new title from the author of Attention All Shipping sends Charlie Connelly In Search of Elvis, a journey round Memphis, Tupelo, Las Vegas, Hawaii - and Scotland!

Mar 18, 2007 - Mike Gerrard

The closes and wynds off Edinburgh's Royal Mile offer the visitor glimpses into the city's historic past - and show something of how the city continues to develop.

Dec 14, 2009 - Jennifer Young

Lying off Scotland's north coast, the Orkney Islands are an archaeologists paradise, with a higher concentration of Neolithic sites than anywhere in Northern Europe.

Dec 10, 2009 - Luke Waterson

The Writers' Museum celebrates the lives and works of Scotland's three most famous poets and writers - Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson.

Dec 5, 2009 - Valerie Williamson

Scottish whisky is renowned worldwide but single malt from Islay distilleries is in a class of its own. Incredibly, this tranquil island has eight distilleries to sample.

Dec 1, 2009 - Luke Waterson

The Edinburgh cafe scene is booming. A relatively balmy climate and trendy venues on charismatic pedestrian streets have made Edinburgh coffee shops very popular indeed.

Nov 30, 2009 - Luke Waterson

Dumfries and Galloway is Scotland's most kid-friendly destination: sandy beaches, farm parks, campsites and ice cream parlours galore. Here are the best places to visit.

Nov 27, 2009 - Luke Waterson

The Isle of Mull boasts everything from chocolate box villages like Tobermory to the only island railway in Scotland. Conveniently, it also has memorable places to stay.

Nov 23, 2009 - Luke Waterson

Corstorphine Hill, lying in the western suburbs of Edinburgh, offers natural resources for visitor and residents alike only a couple of miles from the city centre.

Nov 23, 2009 - Jennifer Young

Edinburgh's Royal Mile is a treasure. Rich in history and architecture, royalty and rebels, heroes, villain and ghosts, it should be the starting point for every visit.

Nov 20, 2009 - Jennifer Young

Scotland was made for walking. It's wild but compact too: varied long distance walks taking in mountains, lochs and beaches are within easy reach of main Scottish cities.

Nov 17, 2009 - Luke Waterson

In November 2009, Scotland's Galloway Forest Park was designated a 'Dark Sky Park' by the International Dark-Sky Association - a near-perfect place for stargazing.

Nov 17, 2009 - Jennifer Young

Scotland has beaches to rival anywhere in the world. Sandy bays, turquoise waters and activities from world-class diving to windsurfing beckon the prospective beachgoer.

Nov 15, 2009 - Luke Waterson

The Great Glen forms a deep trench across the north of Scotland. Today it provides a wealth of opportunities for the active or historically-minded visitor to enjoy.

Nov 7, 2009 - Jennifer Young

Setting off from the popular skiing resort of Aviemore, the Strathspey Railway is a round trip of about one and a half hours through the beautiful Scottish countryside.

Nov 6, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

The remote, rocky Shetland Islands contain some of Britain's best scenery. From Shetland Ponies to the top Shetlands Islands hotels, here are the key islands attractions.

Nov 2, 2009 - Luke Waterson

Remote Glen Affric, in the Scottish Highlands, is a stunningly beautiful spot, as well as being a treasury of nature, popular with walkers and nature lovers alike.

Nov 2, 2009 - Jennifer Young

Fort Augustus, a pretty village at the southern end of Loch Ness, offers a range of things to see and do, and has many historic connections to interest the visitor.

Oct 29, 2009 - Jennifer Young

Scotland's islands represent some of the remotest places in Europe. But with some 800 islands in Scotland to choose from, it's hard to pick the perfect one for a holiday.

Oct 28, 2009 - Luke Waterson

Scotland is often marketed as a destination for serious walkers, but there are many short walks in the Highlands which can showcase the beauties of the country.

Oct 23, 2009 - Jennifer Young

These last two decades have seen Scotland's capital rival the best cities in Europe for eating out. Now Edinburgh deserves a visit for its cuisine scene alone.

Oct 17, 2009 - Luke Waterson

On November 30th, crowds will flock to the town of St Andrews in Scotland to celebrate one of the top Scottish festivals. 2009 celebrations could be the biggest ever.

Oct 14, 2009 - Luke Waterson

Well-known as it is for the mythical monster, Loch Ness and its surroundings offer plenty of interest in terms of history and scenery even for the monster sceptic.

Oct 14, 2009 - Jennifer Young

The spectacular Jacobite Steam Train railway journey from Fort William to Mallaig was popular long before it became part of a famous route for the Hogwarts Express.

Oct 10, 2009 - Rosemary Gemmell

In the aftermath of the Battle of Culloden in 1746, Flora MacDonald helped save Bonnie Prince Charlie from Government forces, bringing him safely over the sea to Skye.

Oct 9, 2009 - Maggie Craig

The healing well of Scotlandwell near Loch Leven in Scotland has attracted people seeking a cure for a variety of illnesses for at least the last 2,000 years.

Oct 6, 2009 - Maggie Craig