This is a town in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is north of Aberdeen and lies on the River Ythan. Definitely an interesting stop on any tours of Scotland. The ancient Moot Hill is notable for Ellon Castle. Only ruins survive of the 16th-century structure, but that may incorporate sections from...
Carlow is a town in Ireland. There are a few interesting things to see there on any tours of Ireland. Carlow was an important stronghold of the Anglo-Normans. The remains of the castle that was built then are worth seeing. There is only the west wall and its two...
This is worth a stop on any tours of Ireland that take you near Wexford. Johnston Castle does not qualify for most commonly accepted definitions as a castle. It is in fact a 19th century Gothic mansion. But as it does incorporate the remains of an old castle...
This is a real hidden gem on any tours of Scotland. Kingshouse is a hamlet in the Stirling area and sits at the head of Loch Lubnaig. Nearby is Balquidder which is the burial place of the famous Rob Roy MacGregor. Rob Roy was a famous Scottish outlaw...
At Ireland and Scotland Luxury Tours we have a great nine/ten-day trip around Scotland. We begin at Cameron House for two nights. This allows us to visit Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond. Then we move through the Highlands to the Isle of Skye. We stay at Kinloch Lodge for...
This is a village near Glenties in Ireland. An area with a few hidden gems for sure. It is a good stop on any tours of Ireland for the following reasons. Firstly, the scenery is outstanding as the village sits in a valley at the mouth of the...
This castle is in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It has been the vacation castle for the Royal Family since 1852. The estate first shows up in records in 1484 as the property belonged to the Gordons. The style of the castle is pure Scottish Baronial. Stonework is light grey Invergelder granite...
At Ireland and Scotland Luxury Tours we have a great nine/ten-day trip around Ireland. We start with two nights at the Westbury in Dublin. This allows you to explore the city and see places like the library at Trinity College and Christchurch Cathedral. You can experience Temple Bar...
This is near the Hill of Tarvit in Scotland. It is an interesting stop on any tours of Scotland. Definitely a bit of a hidden gem. Scotstarvit Tower is a high and notable landmark. It is Ashlar faced, embattled, and turreted. It rises to five storeys complete with garret and...
This little town is situated on the Firth of Clyde, Renfrewshire, Scotland. It is an interesting stop on any tours of Scotland. Gourock is what would be considered a hidden gem, off the main tourist trails. There was a castle here from 1494, and a later one from...