Johnnie Walker Princes Street voted Europe’s leading Spirit Tourism Experience

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The accolade was based on votes from the general public and experts in tourism

In today’s email: 

• Johnnie Walker Princes Street has been named “Europe’s Top Spirit Tourism Experience” at the World Travel Awards.
• I’m in Perthshire’s Blair Castle – would I spend £10K on ‘Scotland’s oldest whisky’?
• Collect your gift! – A Free Digital Copy Of The Ultimate Scotland Travel Guide
• Scottish Pubs around the World

• Around the Web: What is Urquhart Castle famous for?, Scotland weather warning as Met Office forecasts heavy rain and flooding, Britain’s Smallest Scheduled Airline: Who Are Hebridean Air Services? and more
• From Social Media – What Is The Highest Mountain In Scotland?
• Scottish Food You Will Love – Trying the BEST SEAFOOD in SCOTLAND!
• Coo Wee – Scottish Air Traffic Controller Attempts to Guide a Plane to Safety

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Johnnie Walker Princes Street has secured the title of “Europe’s Top Spirit Tourism Experience” at the World Travel Awards.

As the crown jewel of Diageo’s £185 million contribution to Scotch whisky tourism, it has greeted over 650,000 global visitors from 130 different nations since its inauguration in 2021. The Scotch Whisky Association’s recent data reveals that whisky tourism centers attracted approximately 2 million visitors in 2022.

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I’m in Perthshire’s Blair Castle –

would I spend £10K on ‘Scotland’s oldest whisky’?

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Collect your gift!

Get Your Free Digital Copy Of The Ultimate Scotland Travel Guide

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Scottish Pubs Around The World

Scots Away – Scottish Pub Directory App is at Charlie’s Scottish Pub.

Just half an hour south of Bern in Switzerland you can find the town of Payerne.

Not far from Lake Neuchâtel you will come across Charlie’s Scottish Pub.

The perfect place to enjoy food and drinks while catching up on the days live sport.

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Around The Web

What is Urquhart Castle famous for?

Urquhart Castle is an impressive and historic landmark in Scotland’s Highlands. Located on the banks of Loch Ness, it has played a major role in Scottish history since the 1300s. The castle was originally built by the Pictish people and later taken over by Robert the Bruce in 1306 when he became King of Scots.

A Deep Dive Into The Magnificent Castles Of Scotland

Scotland’s landscape is punctuated by a remarkable array of castles, each a testament to the country’s rich history and enduring beauty. From dramatic cliff-top fortresses to fairytale palaces, these castles stand as living testaments to Scotland’s past.

Rugby World Cup 2023: Ali Price on butterfly tattoos, beating Ireland and becoming a dad

Scotland scrum-half Ali Price on working his way through career disappointments, impending fatherhood and the challenge of Ireland in the World Cup.

Scotland weather warning as Met Office forecasts heavy rain and flooding

The Met Office has updated its yellow weather warning for Scotland as heavy rainfall causes disruption.

Two popular Edinburgh restaurants make the shortlist for prestigious ‘Curry Oscars’ as 2023 finalists announced

Two Edinburgh venues will go up against restaurants from around the UK at awards.

Edinburgh’s The Balmoral named ‘Best Hotel in Scotland’ in Condé Nast Traveller 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards

The Balmoral, an iconic Rocco Forte hotel in the heart of Edinburgh, has been named as the best in Scotland.

Chivas Brothers reveals plans for first Islay distillery

Chivas Brothers, Pernod Ricard’s dedicated Scotch whisky arm, has announced plans for its first distillery on the Scottish island of Islay.

Britain’s Smallest Scheduled Airline: Who Are Hebridean Air Services?

Serving the western isles of Scotland with just one aircraft from its base at Oban Airport, Hebridean Air Services holds the title of Britain’s smallest…

Rediscovering Scotland’s Hidden Treasures: The Cumbrae Islands

Found off the west coast of Scotland, the Cumbrae Islands are often in the shadow (literally and metaphorically) of their bigger, more-famous neighbour,

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From Social Media

What Is The Highest Mountain In Scotland?

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Scottish Food You Will Love

Trying the BEST SEAFOOD in SCOTLAND! – Fresh Lobster & Chips

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Coo Wee

Scottish Air Traffic Controller Attempts to Guide a Plane to Safety

Scottish Air Traffic Controller Attempts to Guide a Plane to Safety – For anyone who’s ever had to understand someone with a strong accent, this video is sure to amuse. In it, a Scottish air traffic controller (played by James McAvoy) tries to guide a plane to a safe landing.

The pilot, alas, has a bit of trouble understanding the controller’s thick accent. Hilarity ensues.

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