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3 days ago
- Daily Record
Scotland's top 10 summer holiday destinations as 'vibrant city' tops list
Cities, towns, and islands are all featured on the roundup. The top 10 summer holiday destinations in Scotland have been named and a "vibrant" city topped the list at number one. As summer kicks off, people across the country and beyond will be looking to book a getaway. While many will be jetting off abroad, Scotland has no shortage of incredible cities, towns, and villages to explore. On Wednesday, June 4, Cottages and Castles shared a list of the top 10 holiday destinations in Scotland after surveying more than 12,000 people across the UK. Placing at number one on the list is Edinburgh. The Scottish capital was praised for its "architectural grandeur" and "friendly, creative spirit". The experts also praised the city for its picturesque skyline and Arthur's Seat beauty spot. The main highlight of Edinburgh over the summer season is the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The world's largest art festival, it brings people from across the world for a huge programme of shows spanning comedy, music, dance, and much more. Cottages and Cottages wrote: "Crowned Scotland's Capital of Joy, Edinburgh blends architectural grandeur with a friendly, creative spirit. Survey respondents were swept away by the city's festival buzz, cobbled streets, dramatic skyline, and warm local welcomes. "Whether you're hiking up Arthur's Seat for breathtaking views, experiencing the magic of Christmas in Scotland, or exploring the best places to eat in Edinburgh, this city is your perfect escape for soul and spectacle." Elsewhere, coming in second place on Cottages and Castles' roundup of the top holiday destinations in Scotland is Oban. The coastal town in Argyll and Bute was described as the "perfect blend of relaxed charm and seaside adventure". Oban was previously named the Daily Record's Town of the Week. We praised its various acclaimed seafood restaurants, as well as the historic Oban Distillery. In third place on the experts' list of the country's best holiday spots is St Andrews. The Fife town earned praise for its "history and old-world elegance". St Andrews is best known as the 'home of golf', and is believed to be where the sport was invented in the 15th century. The Old Course is considered among the most important golf courses in the world, and remains open to everybody. Rounding out the top five on Cottages and Castles' list are St Andrews and the Isle of Skye. The former was named the "most magical Scottish island", while the Isle of Arran was noted for attractions such as Brodick Castle and Goat Fell. Elsewhere, other destinations included on the roundup are Aviemore, Perth, and Ullapool. Completing the top 10 are Inverness and Glencoe. See below for the full list of the top 10 holiday destinations in Scotland. More information can be found on the Cottages and Castles website. Top 10 holiday destinations in Scotland Edinburgh Oban St Andrews Isle of Skye Isle of Arran Aviemore Perth Ullapool Inverness Glencoe
Daily Record
21-05-2025
- Daily Record
Scotland's 'seafood capital' with everything from chippies to fancy restaurants
The resort town also offers stunning coastal views. May is almost at an end, which means summer is finally here. Therefore, the peak of Scottish staycation season is about to begin. The Daily Record has focused on various sunny beach destinations for our recent Towns and Villages of the Week. However, this time it is all about food. For the Daily Record's latest Town of the Week, we are venturing to a coastal resort that is famed for its cuisine. In fact, it is even known as the "Seafood Capital of Scotland". Oban is found in Argyll and Bute, forming a horseshoe in the Firth of Lorn. It has a population of around 8,000 people, though this can triple during the busy summer season. According to the Visit Oban website, the town is referred to as Scotland's seafood capital. This is because Oban is home to a wide array of eateries that serve up fresh seafood, from fine-dining restaurants to gastropubs and takeaways. Among the top food venues in the town are Ee-Usk and the Oban Fish and Chip Shop. The former is a great spot for a fancy sit-down meal, while the Oban Fish and Chip Shop is an acclaimed chippy that serves up a range of classics you can take away with you and eat as you enjoy Oban's spectacular coastal views. Elsewhere, another destination around town definitely worth checking out is the Oban Distillery. One of Scotland's oldest and smallest distilleries, visitors can expect expert tours and even tailored whisky tasting experiences. Continue reading for some photos spotlighting some of Oban's top food and drink venues. More information about things to do around town can be found on the Visit Oban website. For further travel inspiration, a selection of the Daily Record's past Towns and Villages of the Week here: More On Oban Food Whisky Pubs, bars and nightclubs Discover Scotland
Daily Record
01-05-2025
- Daily Record
The Scottish Victorian spa town that was named 'best place to live'
The historic destination is home to multiple tasty food spots. As April comes to an end and we enter May, the Daily Record has returned with an extra-beautiful Town of the Week. Each week, we select one town or village across Scotland and spotlight what makes it so unique. This week, we are journeying to the Stirling council area. Our latest Town of the Week is Bridge of Allan. A former Victorian spa town at the foot of the Ochil Hills, Bridge of Allan was built over the Allan Water. Situated just out of Stirling, it was recently named the "best place to live" in Scotland by property experts—praised for its "compelling location and good quality of life". Bridge of Allan earned its reputation as a spa town in the 19th century, when more and more tourists started visiting the Trossachs. Among the famous faces that visited the resort at one time or another were Robert Louis Stevenson and Charles Dickens. The town's heritage lives on through a variety of Victorian villas and public buildings. Even to this day, Bridge of Allan is worth a visit. Walking around, you will find amenities such as a various shops and hotels. There is also a golf club, while the legendary National Wallace Monument is only a short walk away. In terms of food, you have plenty of options in Bridge of Allan. Among the stars of the show, however, are The Allanwater Café fish and chip shop and the Westerton Arms. Read on for a selection of images of Bridge of Allan. Meanwhile, some of our previous Towns and Villages of the Week can be found below: More On Bridge of Allan Stirling Heritage History Discover Scotland Food
