SKYE locals have slammed tourists for causing “total chaos” that forced a lifeline single-track road to close for two days in a row after cars and campervans gridlocked the Scots beauty spot. Images shared on social media showed multiple vehicles backed up along the island’s seven-mile winding Glenbrittle Road after some drove off-road soft verge … Read more
THERE can be few treats as decadent than a relaxing and rejuvenating spa day, followed by a delicious Afternoon Tea. Think mesmerising massages and fantastic facials, followed by a selection of fabulous finger sandwiches, scrumptious scones, carefully crafted cakes and pretty pastries. 5 Afternoon tea tower of treats at the hotelCredit: Supplied 5 Enjoy a … Read more
WHEN a dish is highlighted as award-winning on a menu, it’s enough to make me order it. And I have no regrets in doing so. 6 The George Inn was named the best pub of the yearCredit: Supplied 6 The best views are from the outdoor terraceCredit: Supplied 6 My mum (left) and I sank … Read more
17 ‘WE were told we were mad to open in Folkestone 10 years ago – now look at us,’ he told me. I’m sipping champagne at the much-loved Lighthouse Bar on the Kentish seaside town’s harbour edge when the owner, Simon decides to join us with his own glass in hand. 17 The hugely popular … Read more
IF you haven’t heard of The Nici – pronounced “Nicky” – where have you been? Because this art-deco, Miami-inspired hotel opened in 2022 and brings a serious dose of cool to England’s south coast. 6 Dive into The Nici’s heated outdoor poolCredit: Thenici.com 6 Dine South-Beach-styleCredit: Thenici.com Its chic-as interiors are super-Instagrammable – rooms are … Read more
A TINY Scots island with just 40 residents has been named one of the best locations to stargaze in the world – thanks to its crystal clear night skies. Situated more than 20 miles out in the Atlantic ocean off the west coast, the Isle of Rùm has been named Scotland’s first International Dark Sky … Read more
SKYE locals have slammed tourists for causing “total carnage” by grid-locking a lifeline single track road used by emergency services. One frustrated resident took to social media to share an image of multiple vehicles backed up along the island’s 7-mile winding Glenbrittle Road after some drove onto the soft verge and got stuck. 3 The … Read more
THE North Coast 500, dubbed Scotland’s Route 66, is under the spotlight as locals express frustration over the influx of tourists along the rural route. While the scenic road trip brings economic benefits to the Highland region, residents are frequently irked by the trail of rubbish and damage to the roads caused by the surge … Read more
A PICTURESQUE Scottish beauty spot has been named among the best places to enjoy a coastal walk in the UK. Experts at FlipFlop examined over 50 popular coastal trails across the country to provide exploration inspiration for holidaygoers this summer. 7 The Arran Coastal Way made the list of top ten coastal walksCredit: Getty 7 Brodick … Read more
A RAGING guest has slammed a Scots hotel after their stay turned into a nightmare. The English-based businessman posted a scathing review to Tripadvisor after he was left in disbelief by his hellish stay at the city centre hotel. 2 The guest stayed at the city centre hotel but issued a scathing review afterwards 2 … Read more
