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10 best hotels in Perth for escapes to the historic Scottish city

Escape to the ‘Fair City’ this year and stay in Perth’s best hotels, found in old country houses to Scottish palaces

The Independent UK

I took my kids to Copenhagen to pick up litter – and they loved it

The Danish capital’s Copenpay scheme rewards tourists who take environmentally friendly actions – but can it convince two teenagers? Robin McKelvie set off on a city break to find out

The Independent UK

Forget New York and Chicago – this friendly Canadian gem is the North American city I return to time and again

Compared to the hustle of many of North American cities, Robin McKelvie finds Vancouver to be the USA’s cooler – quite literally – Canadian cousin, with a culture that revels in nature and a food scene to rival the best south of the border

The Independent UK

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I’ve ridden the world’s railways – here’s why Scotland’s are the best (and now even cheaper)

As ScotRail ends peak fares, Robin McKelvie shares his favourite trips, from Highland mountains and ice blue lochs to the ‘Harry Potter viaduct’

The Independent UK

Why you should visit Provincetown, the Cape Cod town that’s a beacon for progress

Following in the footsteps of the Pilgrim Fathers and many more before in search of a safe haven, Robin McKelvie embraces the energy of the coastal town that welcomes free spirits

The Independent UK

Experience Scotland’s most magical islands with this cruise – following William and Kate’s anniversary trip

On a 10-day voyage around Scotland’s magnificent islands, Robin McKelvie explores a place fit for royalty

The Independent UK

What happened when we ditched the Canaries for a more sustainable family trip to Paris

After years of beach breaks, Robin McKelvie’s decision to swap the Canary Islands for a no-fly break in France proved a roaring success – and even passed muster with his teenage daughters

The Independent UK

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I found some surprising Scottish connections in this Argentinian city

ARGENTINA has been in the news a lot over the last year as new former economist president Javier Gerardo Milei steers the country through his own…

The National (Scotland)

'Glorious': Footage of giant ceilidh in Scottish town goes viral

BRILLIANT footage on social media has shown a huge crowd enjoying a ceilidh in the middle of a Scottish town.

The National (Scotland)

More Tramspotting than Trainspotting: Leith has reinvented itself as a music and countercultural hub

Edinburgh’s port district has shaken off its seedy rep and is having a cultural renaissance, writes Robin McKelvie

The Independent UK

Best budget hotels in Scotland 2023: Where to stay for an affordable Scottish escape

Whether you’re sightseeing in the city or exploring the countryside, these hotels are ideal for bargain breaks

The Independent UK

Best family-friendly hotels in Scotland 2024: Where to stay for a warm welcome and lasting memories

From cultural city breaks to action-packed countryside escapes, these top picks will entertain all ages

The Independent UK

‘More tram-spotting than Trainspotting’: the new tram linking Leith to Edinburgh

The tramline to the old port means its Michelin-starred restaurants, seafront and cool venues are now just a few stops away from Edinburgh city centre

The Guardian - UK

This Rugged isle gives a slice of the Hebrides in the Mediterranean

A RUGGED isle awash with Neolithic sites sounds positively Scottish. And the problems under the paradisical surface of the Maltese island of Gozo…

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Why Britain’s greenest island wants ‘temporary residents’, not tourists

A community buy-out 25 years ago has helped the Scottish isle of Eigg put sustainability at the heart of island life, finds Robin McKelvie

The Guardian - UK

A two-day Highlands walk to Britain’s most remote pub: the Old Forge, Knoydart

A challenging, awe-inspiring hike in north-west Scotland crosses wild terrain to a community pub like nowhere else

The National (Scotland)

National writer on top awards shortlist for Scottish travel piece

THE National is featured in a top award ceremony shortlist following the nomination of the newspaper’s travel contributor.

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