A Sparkling Escape to Épernay: Champagne, Vineyards and French Charm

What better way to celebrate a milestone birthday than with a few days in the heart of France’s Champagne region? That’s exactly what seven of us did when we headed to Épernay for a girls’ getaway filled with vineyard views, historic champagne houses, leisurely lunches and, naturally, plenty of champagne. Nestled among rolling vineyards and…

Monachyle Mhor: Luxury, Loch Views and Exceptional Food

I’ll admit, by the time we reached Monachyle Mhor I was beginning to wonder if the sat nav had finally given up on us. Tucked away at the end of a winding single-track road in Balquhidder Glen, this boutique hotel sits on the shores of Loch Voil, surrounded by mountains, water and not much else….

Luxury Stay and Dinner at The Glenturret Distillery

Nestled in the picturesque heart of rural Perthshire, Scotland, lies a hidden gem that seamlessly blends history, luxury, and culinary excellence: The Glenturret Distillery, with its 2 Michelin-Starred restaurant ‘Lalique‘ and its gorgeous accommodation at Aberturret House, a mere 5-minute walk from the distillery. This enchanting destination offers a unique experience for those seeking a…

Riga, Latvia – A Christmas Wonderland

Riga, Latvia, becomes a winter wonderland during the holiday season, featuring enchanting Christmas markets, ballet performances, and rich history. Travelers from Edinburgh can enjoy a short flight, stay at the Grand Hotel Kempinski, savor traditional cuisine, and explore various historical sites, making it an ideal festive destination worth visiting any time of year.

Tranquil Luxury Retreat at Finn Lough, County Fermanagh

Growing up I spent a lot of time in County Fermanagh with my family. We visited in all times of the year, getting to see the best (and worst!) of the county. So it is a place that holds a lot of good memories for me, lots of fun times. We used to stay not…

Inver Restaurant, Strachur

I’ve been following the Inver Restaurant for a while on social media and coupled with a visit to Strachur last year (where we nearly bought a house!), we decided it was time for a wee cheeky night away and some good tasty food, oh and to celebrate 20 years together (eek!). Inver is a restaurant…

The Taybank, Dunkeld

We were looking for a night away not too far from home for a birthday treat and a pre Christmas break. I had read of The Taybank in the lovely town of Dunkeld on social media but also in some newspaper articles and it had therefore been on my list of places to visit for…

Bootleggers Bothy, Hopeman

I’ve been spending more time recently up on the Moray coast in the North-East of Scotland and have been out and about exploring the local area. A period of good weather around the longest day gave us the opportunity to try out Bootleggers Bothy at the West Beach Caravan Park in Hopeman. After a short…