Tips & Tricks
Scotch Whisky Experience (354 Castlehill, Edinburgh) — take a barrel ride as you actually become part of the whisky making process. Journey through gently swaying fields of barley and on to the warmth of the Malt Kiln with its lingering smell of burning peat. Explore Scotland’s diverse whisky regions and the flavors that the countryside […]
Leeds (city) — Leeds is located in Yorkshire and is split in two by the River Aire. On the south bank of the city, the Royal Armouries house the national collection of arms and artillery, including medieval armor and weapons. On the other side of the river is the industrial area, which is renowned for […]
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour (Sir. Matt Busby Way, Stretford, Old M16 0RA) — sit in your favorite player’s seat in the dressing room, walk through the players’ tunnel towards the pitch and sit in the manager’s seat in the dugout. You’ll see the press room where the manager makes his statement after each […]
Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival (various locations within Edinburgh) – held annually in late July, the Edinburgh Jazz Festival was set up in 1978 by banjo-player and guitarist, Mike Hart. Mike’s initial focus was on traditional jazz and a host of events taking place for free admission in pubs. By the mid-80’s the Festival had […]
Glenkinchie Distillery & Visitors Centre (Pencaitland, Tranent, East Lothian) — come and visit Glenkinchie’s picturesque distillery and experience a real taste of Scotland. A visit there begins with its unique exhibition on the original Malting Floors — home to the renowned model distillery. Visitors are then met by a guide and led through the distillery […]
Malt Whisky Trail — follow the world-famous Malt Whisky Trail through Speyside to seven working distilleries, including a fascinating cooperage and a historic distillery. From Benromach to Dallas Dhu, a perfect time capsule of whisky-making; from Glen Moray to Strathisla, home and heart of Chivas Regal; from the Glen Grant distillery to the Speyside Cooperage […]