UK and Europe 4 month sojourn!

[Scash]

As part of the Edinburgh fringe there is a House of Oz which hosts a number of Australian artists plus also has a bar serving Aussie beer and wine plus kangaroo burgers!

This is the outside of the building. The Gibbon is an inflatable work of art by an Australian artist.

 

[Scash]

The portrait gallery in Edinburgh is also worth a visit with multiple levels of portraits, paintings and photos of contemporary and historical figures. Well worth a visit and the entry itself is worth it alone.

 

[Scash]

We’re fortunate to be in Edinburgh when the Fringe Festival is on and have seem some amazing performers. Last night we saw The Rhythm and Blues Project and they were truly amazing. They are blues and whiskey lovers so the show involves them playing blues plus you get three nips of really good whiskeys and explanations about each one. Worth seeing if you get the chance. Also have a look at their website and have a read about them (therythymandboozeproject.com) plus look at some you tube videos of them.

 

[Cossie]

Does look good, https://therhythmandboozeproject.com/

I’ll check out you tube later.

 

[Scash]

As a kid my I remember my mum always watched the Edinburgh Royal Tattoo but being young I probably didn’t really appreciate it. Fast forward many years and after now seeing it live I have a completely different view. This would rate for me as one of the best live performances I have seen. As a kid I remember drums, bagpipes and marching but it is so much more now. This was a truly memorable experience and would highly recommend putting it on your bucket list. There were performers from Norway, US, Australia, Trinidad and Tobago, UK, Ireland and of course Scotland.

Waiting for the show to start.


The castle.

 

[Scash]

The performers



The end

 

[VPS]

I still have great memories of the seeing the tattoo in 1982

 

[ellen10]

I still have great memories of the seeing the tattoo in 1982

Yes we saw it in 1982 as well.
Loved it too and especially loved hearing the Scots singing along.

 

[Scash]

We’re now on our road trip through the Scottish Highlands and a big thank you to fellow AFF‘s for their suggestions. Our first night was in the small coastal town of Nairn. We travelled from Edinburgh via Pitlochry and Balmoral (couldn’t visit the castle cause the bloody royals were in residence) and through the Cairngorms. The scenery was just unbelievable and one of the most scenic drives I have done. It rained on and off but this just added to the experience.

 

[Scash]

Another little stop on the way. Unfortunately I was driving so couldn’t sample the wares.

 

[Scash]

Nairn is a small coastal town and worth a visit. We stayed at the Havelock which is a pub plus hotel style accommodation. The town is a quiet little place but has plenty to offer. We watched the Scotland v Georgia rugby match with some locals and had a fantastic evening.

 

[Must...Fly!]

We’re now on our road trip through the Scottish Highlands and a big thank you to fellow AFF‘s for their suggestions. Our first night was in the small coastal town of Nairn. We travelled from Edinburgh via Pitlochry and Balmoral (couldn’t visit the castle cause the bloody royals were in residence) and through the Cairngorms. The scenery was just unbelievable and one of the most scenic drives I have done. It rained on and off but this just added to the experience.
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I'll be driving around these parts next week - think I've made a good decision! Wasn't sure how much of the Cairngorms but if Balmoral is still closed that will be a shame.

 

[drron]

I'll be driving around these parts next week - think I've made a good decision! Wasn't sure how much of the Cairngorms but if Balmoral is still closed that will be a shame.

Balmoral in the late Queen's time was closed from August 16th until October. Even if the King is not in residence it is very likely other Royals will be at Balmoral.

Where do the Royal Family stay in Scotland? From Balmoral Castle to King Charles and Queen Camilla's beloved Highland home

If you’re wondering where the Royal Family stay in Scotland you’re probably not alone as the Queen’s Balmoral break begins…

www.womanandhome.com

 

[jase05]

I still have great memories of the seeing the tattoo in 1982

We saw it in 2018 and decided to do the whole Scotch Whisky package and it was worth every cent of it. One of the best performances I’ve ever seen

 

[Must...Fly!]

Balmoral in the late Queen's time was closed from August 16th until October. Even if the King is not in residence it is very likely other Royals will be at Balmoral.

Where do the Royal Family stay in Scotland? From Balmoral Castle to King Charles and Queen Camilla's beloved Highland home

If you’re wondering where the Royal Family stay in Scotland you’re probably not alone as the Queen’s Balmoral break begins…

www.womanandhome.com

Can you tell I've not done any research for this?

Thanks @drron

Edit: looks like it's open on the 14th which I might get to work if I swap my travel direction...something to think about

 

[Scash]

I'll be driving around these parts next week - think I've made a good decision! Wasn't sure how much of the Cairngorms but if Balmoral is still closed that will be a shame.

@Must...Fly! there aren’t enough superlatives to describe scenery and in my opinion a definite must do.The roads can be a bit narrow in parts and there’s plenty of camper vans on the roads but the drivers in general are considerate and patient.

 

[Scash]

The next day was a bit of a leisurely one so we had a bit of a sleep in before leaving Nairn. Our first stop was Inverness for a quick look around.

Then on to Loch Ness. We first went to Cameron’s Tea Room and Farm Shop as there are Hairy Coos (Highland cattle). There were some there but too far away to get a decent photo but we did have coffee and cake.

We then circumnavigated the Loch to go to the Loch Ness centre on the other side. It was a beautiful drive but I didn’t think much of the centre itself and didn’t end up going inside as the cost was something like £15!

 

[Scash]

Unfortunately we didn’t see Nessy but did find this monster!

 

[Scash]

We stopped the night in Fort Augusta at a beautiful BnB about a 15 minute walk to the main centre. We had an early start the next day to head to the Isle of Skye and try and beat the crowds. The day was a bit misty and rainy as we headed to our first stop at the Eilean Donan castle

 

[StayGoldPonyboy]

I used to live in Scotland and especially enjoying seeing your great photos Scash.

Now, have you had any Millionaires shortbread? and potato scones with your fry up? I need to know