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Pitlochry Hydro Hotel – Video Room Review and Helpful Tips

Are you thinking of visiting Pitlochry? Looking for somewhere to stay that has free parking but is within easy reach of the High Street? Looking for somewhere with a pool and spa facilities, restaurant and lift? The Pitlochry Hydro has all of those things, alongwith a bar and a pool room and a couple of lounges. Booking.com scores the Pitlochry Hydro as 6.6 with a score of 8.00 for staff. Read on for my review of the Pitlochry Hydro Hotel based on a 1-night stay in November 2023. Check below to find the best prices available online for your travel… Read More »Pitlochry Hydro Hotel – Video Room Review and Helpful Tips

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Enchanted Forest – First Time Visit Review & Helpful Tips

Are you planning a visit to the Enchanted Forest? The Daily Record described the Enchanted Forest as a “mesmerizing underwater voyage of discovery” After our visit, I would say that’s a very accurate description. Read on to learn everything you need to know to plan your trip in 2024. Enchanted Forest – Summary of Visit 1 = Poor, 5 = Excellent Comments Personal Safety 5 Cleanliness 5 Scenery 5 Amazing light shows Friendly People 5 Stewards and staff great Weather 4 Extremely wet Getting There 5 Shuttle bus easy to use Facilities 5 Catering, toilets, shop, bus Value for Money… Read More »Enchanted Forest – First Time Visit Review & Helpful Tips

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Days Inn Lockerbie Review and Helpful Tips for Your Stay

Thinking of staying at the Days Inn Lockerbie? It’s a handy location right beside the M74. There is free parking at the front of the hotel and a lovely duck pond and green area to the rear. The hotel is right beside the service area which has a restaurant, McDonalds, breakfast takeaway and shop selling food items as well. There is also a service station on site. Days Inn also offer dog friendly rooms as well making this a great stop for four legged friends. There are some nice green areas at the rear of the hotel for stretching all… Read More »Days Inn Lockerbie Review and Helpful Tips for Your Stay

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Cairn Hotel Bathgate Review and Helpful Things to Know

Click to get the best price for your stay at the Cairn Hotel Bathgate 1. Cairn Hotel Bathgate Address The address of the hotel is; Blackburn Road, Bathgate, EH48 2EL 2. Cairn Hotel Bathgate Phone Number The telephone number of the hotel is; 01506 633366 3. Getting to the Cairn Hotel Getting to the hotel can seem a little tricky. If coming along the A7066 from Livingston you will pass the Pyramids Business Park on the left-hand side. You take the next left after that, which brings you to a mini roundabout. Take the 3rd exit and you will then… Read More »Cairn Hotel Bathgate Review and Helpful Things to Know

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Travelodge Central Edinburgh Review And Helpful Things to Know

Click to get the best price for your stay at the Travelodge Central Edinburgh 1. Travelodge Central Edinburgh Address The address of the hotel is; 33 St Marys Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1TA 2. Phone Number The telephone number of the hotel is; 0871 984 6137 3. Getting from Waverley Station to the Hotel The easiest way to reach the hotel on foot is to take the escalators from Waverley Station to Princes Street. When you reach Princes Street turn right and walk past the entrance to the Balmoral Hotel. At the corner turn right and walk over North Bridge. When… Read More »Travelodge Central Edinburgh Review And Helpful Things to Know

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Holyrood Hotel Review and Helpful Things to Know

Click below to quickly find the best price for your stay at the Holyrood Hotel 1. Holyrood Hotel Address The address of the Holyrood Hotel is; 81 Holyrood Hotel, Edinburgh, EH8 8AU 2. Phone Number The telephone number of the hotel is; 0131 528 8000 3. Getting from Edinburgh Waverley Station to the Holyrood Hotel The easiest way to reach the hotel, especially if you have luggage, is to take the escalators from Waverley Station to Princes Street. On Princes Street turn right at the top of the escalators and walk past the Balmoral Hotel. At the junction by the… Read More »Holyrood Hotel Review and Helpful Things to Know

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Lerwick Hotel Review and Helpful Things to Know

Click to get the best price for your stay at the Lerwick Hotel 1. Lerwick Hotel Address The address of the Lerwick Hotel is; 15 South Road, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0PX 2. Phone Number The telephone number of the hotel is; +44 (1595) 692166 3. Getting from Sumburgh Airport to the Lerwick Hotel It is 25 miles from Sumburgh Airport to the hotel. Take the main road, A970, and head North to Lerwick. When you come into Lerwick go straight over at the first and second roundabouts you cross. At the second roundabout you will see Tesco on your right… Read More »Lerwick Hotel Review and Helpful Things to Know

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Visit Shetland – A Stunning Destination Any Time of the Year

Planning to Visit Shetland? Shetland is an amazing place to visit. It is very different from the rest of Scotland. It has its own very distinct culture, language, food, landscape, and history. There is a great deal to see and enjoy when visiting. Visit Shetland 2. Where Do You Fly From to Get To Shetland? There are direct flights to Shetland from; These flights are operated by Loganair which also operates codeshare flights with British Airways. All flights are to Sumburgh Airport which is at the Southern end of the mainland. Loganair planes are smaller aircraft. Sometimes there are two seats… Read More »Visit Shetland – A Stunning Destination Any Time of the Year

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6 Shetland Hotels Reviewed – Find Your Ideal Stay Easily

Looking to travel to Shetland? Want to know about Shetland Hotels? Here is my guide to 6 hotels that I have stayed in when visiting Shetland. Shetland Hotels Shetland Hotels The Lerwick Hotel, Lerwick Set just on the edge of Lerwick the Lerwick Hotel is set on a hill on the coast looking across to Bressay. The hotel looks a bit like a motel from the outside and the approach is from the town centre and Gordon Bain Hospital. On entering through the double doors you will find reception on your right-hand side. Straight ahead if the bar and restaurant… Read More »6 Shetland Hotels Reviewed – Find Your Ideal Stay Easily

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10 Reasons to Stay at the Lovely Busta House Hotel

I am lucky enough to have stayed at the lovely Busta House Hotel a number of times when taking tour groups to Shetland. It’s my favourite hotel on Shetland, and one of my favourite hotels anywhere. Here are 10 reasons you should stay at the Busta House Hotel too. 1. Busta House Hotel is Run By a Fantastic Team Given the challenges in recruiting any staff, let alone local staff in Shetland, it’s wonderful that Busta House Hotel has a number of locals working on its team. They work really hard to deliver great service. The hotel has a genuinely… Read More »10 Reasons to Stay at the Lovely Busta House Hotel

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26 Great Things to Do On Your Shetland Holiday

Planning on visiting Shetland? It’s an amazing place to visit. Here are 26 great things to do on your Shetland holiday. Considering a Shetland holiday? It’s a fantastic place to visit, with its own unique character. There is something about Shetland – whether that’s the people, the scenery, the wildlife, or the weather. It gets under your skin. Here are 26 things you might like to see on your Shetland Holiday. Shetland Holiday 1. Sumburgh Head Whatever of year you are thinking of taking your Shetland holiday there is something to see at Sumburgh lighthouse. The views from Sumburgh Head… Read More »26 Great Things to Do On Your Shetland Holiday

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Campanile Glasgow – Helpful Things to Know Before You Stay

Looking to stay at the Campanile Glasgow? Check out this review, including a video room tour of a twin room, plus some helpful information if you are going to an event at the OVO arena. Campanile Glasgow – Find the Best Price Online Want to find the best price for the Campanile Glasgow super quickly? Just pop your travel dates in below and find the best price available online. Want to find the best price in the Glasgow area? Check out this map view below Campanile Location The Campanile is located on the Northern bank of the River Clyde. It… Read More »Campanile Glasgow – Helpful Things to Know Before You Stay

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Newton Stewart – A Really Great Town With Lots To Do Nearby

Looking for a great town in Dumfries and Galloway to visit, with plenty to do in the surrounding area. Newton Stewart is a pretty little town located alongside the River Cree. Check out my guide to this lovely riverside town and get planning your visit. 1. Newton Stewart – What’s In the Town There are some great independent shops including a great DIY store, some interesting gift shops, cafes, and takeaways. Here are the ones I checked out during my week-long stay in Newton Stewart. 2. Newton Stewart – Brew Ha Ha This small coffee shop is close to the… Read More »Newton Stewart – A Really Great Town With Lots To Do Nearby

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Southerness Self Catering Review – Dog Friendly 2 Bed Chalet

Are you planning a Southerness self catering holiday? Check out this review based on a 1 week stay in Southerness in November 2021. It’s got all the information you need to plan your visit. 1. Southerness Self Catering – Getting To Southerness Southerness is a coastal village located south of Dumfries. It is about 25 minutes from Dumfries centre. 2. Southerness Self Catering – Southerness Village – What’s There? The village of Southerness is dominated by the caravan park. It stretches around the bay and has it’s own entertainment centre, restaurant, takeaway, swimming pool and leisure facilities. There are some… Read More »Southerness Self Catering Review – Dog Friendly 2 Bed Chalet

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11 Southerness Things To Do – Cute Cafes & Great Wildlife

Looking for things to do in Southerness? It’s a great spot for exploring the Argyll and Bute coastline. Check out this guide to Southerness things to do for some ideas of places to go and things to do. Southerness Things to Do 11 Great Southerness Things to Do We loved the dog-friendly cafes, seeing Red Kites up close, and a museum about one of the biggest factories in the UK during World War 2. Read on for all the details and to plan your visit. Southerness Things to Do 1. Streetlights Cafe, Castle Douglas Streetlights was one of the first… Read More »11 Southerness Things To Do – Cute Cafes & Great Wildlife

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Threave Gardens Review – Helpful Things to Know

Check out this review of Threave Gardens with all you need to know to plan your visit. 1. Threave Gardens Location The first thing to mention is that there are two locations that might be easily confused. Threave Gardens is owned by the National Trust and is located separately from Threave Castle which is owned by Historic Scotland. The address is; Threave Garden & Estate Castle Douglas DG7 1RX Telephone: 01556 502575 The location is just off the A75 West of Castle Douglas and the gardens have brown tourist signs to direct you to them. 2. Threave Gardens Arrival After driving… Read More »Threave Gardens Review – Helpful Things to Know

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Sleeperz Dundee Review – Helpful Things to Know

Check out this review of Sleeperz Dundee, including a video tour of a room, to see if it’s your perfect stay. You can also find great hotel prices for the whole of the Dundee area quickly! 1. Sleeperz Dundee Address Sleeperz Dundee Address: 2 S Union St, Dundee DD1 4BF 2. Sleeperz Dundee Phone Number The phone number is 01382 725888 3. Sleeperz Dundee Location and Directions The easiest way to arrive at Sleeperz Dundee is by train as the hotel is located directly above the train station building. Check out the information about Dundee train station and find Scotrail… Read More »Sleeperz Dundee Review – Helpful Things to Know

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Jurys Inn Aberdeen Review – Helpful Things to Know

Looking for somewhere to stay in Aberdeen? The Leonardo Hotel is located right next to the train station and it’s part of the Union Square shopping centre too. It was previously known as the Jurys Hotel. Click below to find the best prices available on the internet; Are you looking for a great hotel in the heart of Aberdeen? Jurys Inn Aberdeen is at the heart of all the action. Check out this review, including a video tour of a room, to see if it’s your perfect stay. 1. Jurys Inn Aberdeen Address and Telephone Number The address of Jurys… Read More »Jurys Inn Aberdeen Review – Helpful Things to Know

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Hilton Aberdeen TECA Review – Helpful Things Before You Book

Heading to an event at the Aberdeen TECA? Check out this real guest review of the Hilton Aberdeen TECA. It’s got everything you need to know about staying at the hotel, plus what hotels are nearby. It also includes a video room tour. Check out this review, including a video tour of a bedroom, from a 1 night stay in July 2021 The Professional Traveller Overall Rating for Hilton Aberdeen TECA ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Room Quality ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Service ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cleanliness ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Value for Money ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pros 👍 Cons 👎 Want to check prices now? Use this map to find the best price… Read More »Hilton Aberdeen TECA Review – Helpful Things Before You Book

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Check Out This Wonderful Newton Stewart Holiday Cottage

Are you looking for a great Newton Stewart holiday cottage? Well check out this little gem, Minnow Cottage. It’s a great choice because; . Read on to check out my review of Minnow Cottage Week Long Stay in Newton Stewart Holiday Cottage with 2 Dogs In November 2020 I spent a lovely week in a Newton Stewart holiday cottage called Minnow Cottage, a one bedroom cottage bungalow set right beside the River Cree, so close it was almost in the River Cree actually! Newton Stewart is a lovely part of Dumfries and Galloway with Wigtown on the doorstep plus the… Read More »Check Out This Wonderful Newton Stewart Holiday Cottage

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Village Hotel Aberdeen – 8 Helpful Things to Know

Looking for somewhere to stay in Aberdeen? The village is a great option – a resort styled hotel with gym, pool, coffee shop and restaurant. It’s set on the outskirts of Aberdeen with free parking. Check out this review now which includes a video tour. Pop your travel dates in below and find the best price for the Village Hotel Aberdeen; Looking for hotels in Aberdeen? Find the best prices quickly with this Aberdeen map view. Check out this one night review. (Please note that our stay was in the very early days of Covid19 restrictions being lifted, just enough… Read More »Village Hotel Aberdeen – 8 Helpful Things to Know

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