Get your haggis, neeps, and tatties ready – Burns Night is just around the corner and we’re here to help you make the most of this celebration! But what is Burns Night? This festivity dates back to the 18th century and champions the life and works of Robert Burns, the famed Scottish poet and lyricist. It is celebrated on the …
9 Famous Filming Locations You Can Visit in the UK
From the iconic Hogwarts Express to the scenic backdrops of Game of Thrones, the UK is home to some of the most popular television and movie filming locations. Thanks to its versatile architecture and unique landscape views, the UK has offered plenty of locations for classic movies and TV series. So, why not step onto the sets of your favourite …
Cycling Holiday in Glasgow
With an abundance of natural wonders like scenic lochs, breath-taking peaks and serene countryside views – Scotland is the perfect destination for a cycling holiday. Staying in Glasgow means you’ll be close to the action, whilst also being right by nature’s doorstep. So, start your active holiday with the right foot! Here’s our guide to the best places to visit …
Take a Trip to the UK’s Top Palaces and Castles for the King’s Coronation
For anyone interested in British culture and history, King Charles’ coronation on Saturday the 6th of May in 2023 is a major date in the calendar! As the first time Britain has welcomed a new monarch since 1953, this will be a landmark change and is being marked all over the country. Many of the celebrations for Coronation Day will …
Free Things to Do in Glasgow
Want to visit Scotland’s largest city on a shoestring budget? Luckily, Glasgow offers plenty of free indoor and outdoor activities to suit all tastes and ages! From incredible art collections and quirky museums to scenic parks and bountiful green spaces – your trip to Glasgow will be packed with lots of exciting – and most importantly – completely free sightseeing …
Scotland’s Best Spots for Seafood
For any food lover, travel is one of the best ways to experience new flavours in unforgettable new surroundings and a tasting tour of the British Isles would not be complete without seafood in Scotland. Scottish catches are shipped around the world for their top quality but there is no better place to sample them than on the shores from …
Where to See the Northern Lights in Scotland
Experiencing the Northern Lights features on many travel wish lists, and although locations such as Norway and Iceland offer the best chance to spot this natural phenomenon, you can also see the Northern Lights in Scotland which is certainly a little closer to home.
Five Reasons to Spend your UK Staycation in Scotland
If you’re looking to holiday a little closer to home for your first trip when we’re able to travel again, a UK staycation in Scotland could be the answer. You can sail from Northern Ireland to Scotland in just 2 hours via our Larne to Cairnryan route, which means that you can be exploring Scotland in no time.
Driving to Glasgow from Cairnryan
It takes just under two hours to drive from Cairnryan to Glasgow, making our ferry crossing from Larne a very convenient option for those travelling to Scotland from Northern Ireland. Although the drive itself is short, there are a number of great places en route which you can explore on the way. Here, we share some of our favourite stop-off …
A Guide to Off-Road Cycling in Scotland
Scotland is a prime location for exciting cycling escapades. It might be compact, but this fascinating country claims some of the most wondrous expanses of wilderness in western Europe. In our guide to off-road cycling in Scotland, we look at some of the best routes on offer for you and your trusty bike.
Three Outlander Filming Locations you can Visit
If you’ve been making your way through the binge-worthy TV show ‘Outlander’ while in lockdown, you might be curious about where this popular historic drama was filmed. Here, we take a look at some Outlander filming locations in Scotland which you can visit once you’re ready to take a ferry to Scotland.
Discover Harry Potter Filming Locations in Scotland
Although travelling isn’t an option at the moment, there’s lots of inspiration for future trips to be found when watching your favourite films and TV series at home. Here, we take a look at the top Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland, so that you can start planning your magical trip via a ferry to Scotland from the safety of …
The Best Easter Events in Scotland
Easter is made for eating chocolate, creating crafts, and enjoying outdoor adventures, and there are a number of awesome events taking place in Scotland that offer all of these things. Here, we look at some of the best Easter events in Scotland for 2020, and what you can expect to find at each one!
Top Tours in Edinburgh
As Scotland’s fascinating capital, Edinburgh has plenty to see and do no matter what your interests are. Located just under 3 hours from the port in Cairnryan by car, the city is perfectly accessible as part of your trip, and these top tours in Edinburgh are guaranteed to tempt you to visit.
The Best Spas in Scotland
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing place to stay for a night or two, or simply want to enjoy a day of pure indulgence, there are plenty of fabulous spas in Scotland that offer both of these options.
Things to do in Edinburgh with Kids
There are loads of things to do in Edinburgh with kids that make this a fantastic destination for family breaks. From discovering the city’s history to enjoying wild days out, there’s something in Edinburgh for everyone.
Wild Camping in Scotland
If you dream of heading off on an outdoor adventure with your tent, where you can be away from crowds and choose your own views, wild camping in Scotland could be the perfect holiday for you.
Dog Friendly Holidays in Scotland
When your dog is a member of the family it can be difficult to say goodbye to them when you head off on holiday. However, when you find somewhere that offers dog-friendly accommodation, attractions, and travel options like Scotland does, there’s no reason to leave them behind.
Things to do on a Cairnryan to Larne Crossing
Our speedy North Sea crossing will get you to Northern Ireland in just two hours, and there are some great things to do on a Cairnryan to Larne crossing that will make it feel like you are on board for barely any time at all!
The Best Places to go Whale Watching in Scotland
Whales are the largest creatures to have ever lived – bigger than the dinosaurs, and any animal walking the earth today. From the gentle giant that is the blue whale to the charismatic singing humpback, these are intelligent animals with intricate social behaviours. The chance to see them in their natural habitat is a genuinely moving experience, and in northern …
“The best thing about our trip was the unexpected!” A Weekend in Scotland
The following post and photos come from Fiona of Gluten Free Fi When we planned our trip from Larne to Cairnryan, we opted to get the early ferry so that we could watch the sunrise as we sailed across the North Channel towards Scotland. At 2am my husband, Andy, packed up the car with all of my ‘essentials’…my extremely large …