Castles

Thursday, February 9, 2017 HomeAway Dangles Chance To Stay In Scottish Castle Want the ultimate in unique vacations? Austin-based HomeAway said today that it will be giving away a dream vacation to a traveler and 20 of their guests, to a 14th century Scottish castle, as part of a promotion with Disney. The prize is … Continue reading »

There’s A ‘Beauty And The Beast’ Castle Where You Can Live Just Like Belle We’re just a little over a month away from watching Emma Watson and company light up the screen in the live-action remake of everyone’s favorite disney classic “Beauty and the Beast.” To view this video please enable JavaScript, and considerupgrading to … Continue reading »

Netflix is reportedly filming parts of the second season of its hit period drama The Crown at Belvoir Castle near Grantham. Crews have been filming on location for the second season of the show, according to BBC Radio Lincolnshire. Filming has also been taking place in January in London. The Crown is reported to be … Continue reading »

PERMISSION has been granted for a 10-bedroom guesthouse in the grounds of the late Queen Mother’s Highland castle. The Castle of Mey, in Caithness, is the most northerly inhabited castle on mainland Britain and the Queen Mother loved it for its remoteness But the trust that now manages the 16th Century property wants to increase … Continue reading »

By jack_spellingbacon – CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons A luxury guest house is to be created on the grounds of the Queen Mother’s Castle of Mey as plans for ten en suite visitor rooms have been approved by local authority officials. Under the current plan, the old granary building, locating 500ft to the north-east … Continue reading »

It’s said that Ireland’s west coast is the most authentically Irish part of the country. Ask an Irish person — one who lives in this region, anyway — and they’ll tell you the “real” Ireland is not found in the major cities and capitals of Dublin and Belfast, but rather in the countryside along the … Continue reading »

King John’s Castle King John’s Castle has been named as Ireland’s most innovative tourist attraction. The castle, which in recent years underwent a massive redevelopment programme to its visitor facilities, received the award at the Irish Tourism  Industry Awards ceremony at the Clayton Hotel in Dublin on Friday, February 3. Minister for Tourism Shane Ross TD … Continue reading »

Castle Durrow, Co. Laois.   IRELAND HOPPING | Margaret M. Johnson Once upon a time, a box of chocolates, a dozen roses, or a bottle of Champagne were the standard bearers of a Valentine’s Day gift. But if you’re looking for a truly impressive token for your sweetheart this year, a stay at an Irish … Continue reading »

English Heritage’s Framlingham Castle competition offers children the chance to ‘slide into history’ 18:15 08 February 2017 Andrew Hirst The slide at Framlingham Castle. Picture ENGLISH HERITAGE Archant It has housed royal guests, played key roles in shaping events through the ages – and even inspired a recent pop song. But next week, Framlingham Castle … Continue reading »

– Feb 6, 2017, 8:30 AM 130 First Share With its narrow alleys and cobblestone streets, the picturesque town of Segovia, Spain, comes right out of a fairytale. Located an hour north of Madrid, Segovia is a World Heritage City and home to several wonders. PAIGE MESKAN | Photo Courtesy It’s no wonder the Alcázar … Continue reading »