Overland travel
February 26th, 2009 at 04:17pm
Under Attractions+ Overland travel+ family vacations
Stirling has appeared throughout Scotland’s history, especially during crucial moments. The city and surrounding area has a fantastic number of spectacular visitor attractions and a mass of of photographic opportunities. In the article below I discuss 3 places to visit in Stirling; Stirling Old Town Jail, Stirling Castle and Argyll’s Lodging:
Stirling Castle
Sat two hundred and fifty feet above the city of Stirling, and surrounded on 3 sides by steep cliffs is Stirling Castle. Stirling Castle is very important in Scotland’s history.
There have been a number of coronations in the castle, including Mary Queen of Scots’ coronation in 1543.
Stirling Castle was also witness to an horrific murder in 1452. The 8th Earl of Douglas was victim to James II.
The castle is home to the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, even though they are, unfortunately, no longer garrisoned at the castle. However, the regimental museum of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, is located inside the castle.
Stirling Old Town Jail
The Stirling Old Town Jail of today is not the first jail in Stirling; for four hundred years, Stirling’s prisoners were held in the Old Tollbooth Jail. This jail was terribly overcrowded and smelt disgusting, with twenty four prisoners per cell and no sanitary facilities. The Tollbooth jail was condemned, because of the awful living conditions there, and in 1847 the current jail opened.
Although the jail was classed as a custodial prison, from 1888 to 1935, it was also the only military jail in Scotland. Today the Stirling Old Town Jail is a visitor attraction, and was only renovated in the 1990’s. As well as guided tours, there is a glass paneled elevator that transports one to a viewing platform at the very top of the jail. From this superb vantage point a person can gaze out across the Forth Valley, and enjoy a spectacular view of the Highland mountains.
Argyll’s Lodging
Argyll’s Lodging is found on Castle Wynd, located in the center of Stirling and is Scotland’s finest surviving renaissance mansion. The house was constructed around 1630, by the founder of Nova Scotia and Viscount Canada, Sir William Alexander who was appointed Secretary of State for Scotland, and then became the 1st Earl of Stirling.
Argyll’s Lodging passed to the Argyll family on Sir William’s death and was further extended by the 9th Earl in 1666. The rooms which include the laigh hall, bed chamber, drawing room and dining room, have all been restored and furnished as they would have been when the 9th Earl lived there, around 1680.
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By SK
November 24th, 2008 at 05:45pm
Under Attractions+ Cruise vacations+ Overland travel+ Short breaks+ travel news
Caribbean cruises are becoming increasingly popular. There is nothing like it whether you are cruising with that special someone or making it a family adventure. Before booking a cruise you want to be sure that you are choosing the cruise line that is right for you and will be the kind of vacation experience you are anticipating. A Caribbean cruise review can help you choose the perfect cruise.
A Caribbean cruise review can give you insights on the different cruise lines that could prove helpful in selecting the one that best suits you. You can read what past passengers have to say about the cruise line they took and cruise experience they had. Be sure that you choose reviews of lines that offer the type of cruise you are planning to take. For instance, if it is an adult cruise or a family oriented cruise.
Reviews can be helpful for a number of reasons. A Caribbean cruise review can give you information about the different cruise lines and what they have to offer by way of packages and itinerary. They also review the service and the accommodations aboard ship. You might even get tips on what to pack and what not to bring. Past passengers tell what they liked and disliked about the cruise line giving you an insight about the ship, the staff, the excursions, the activities, and the cruise itself.
The internet is a great resource in finding a Caribbean cruise review on the cruise lines you are interested in checking into. It is worth the time and effort to obtain as much information as you can about the cruise line before booking a Caribbean cruise.
Once you have decided which cruise is best for you vacation needs then the fun begins in planning and preparing for a wonderful and memorable experience. Don’t forget a camera!
A Caribbean Cruise Review will help you plan your upcoming vacation wisely. Visit Caribbean Cruise Adventure for more information.
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By Paula H Redmall
October 10th, 2008 at 07:30pm
Under Adventure+ Exotic locations+ Overland travel+ family vacations
The Adventure Company have extended their range of holidays on offer this year. They’ve increased their Family Adventures range and devised some great new Worldwide Adventures plus there’s a selection of very exciting Hands On Adventures – 12 trips designed to give passengers the chance to give something very real back to the regions they visit. These fantastic holidays have time scheduled into their itineraries (usually 2-3 days) to be spent helping out at projects directly benefiting the local people or helping towards conservation initiatives. Adventures range from participating with turtle patrols in Costa Rica (bound to be a family favorite!) to helping with English lessons and games at an orphanage in Vietnam and lots of other exciting choices.
There are also 6 new Adventure Collection trips, 21 new Worldwide Adventures and 9 new Family Adventures (incorporating 5 new Teenage itineraries).
Now with The Adventure Company you can stay with the family in Sweden’s Ice Hotel, go canopy climbing in Borneo or live as a gaucho in Argentina. In the Worldwide brochure there’s an increased range of overland adventures, adding holidays in Australia and New Zealand and further increasing their trekking range. The choices available are so varied, and there are so many of them, that you are sure to find something just right for you.
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By admin
July 11th, 2008 at 01:10pm
Under Adventure+ Exotic locations+ Overland travel+ family vacations
Trekking holidays are a great way to experience places and meet people that are completely outside our everyday lives. At one time this type of holiday was difficult to find, and restricted to people in their twenties by some specialist firms. That’s no longer the case.
The Adventure Company is offering trekking holidays to destinations as varied as the slopes of Kilimanjaro, North Africa and Nepal, as well as a number of family trekking holidays.
If you would prefer to do a little less walking, there’s plenty of other vacations to choose from, like China or the Inca Trail, plus family holidays in Europe, Egypt, India or on safari.
Many of these destinations have limited places, due to local Government licensing requirements, so book early to ensure your adventure of a lifetime is still available.
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By admin
June 24th, 2008 at 01:16pm
Under Exotic locations+ Overland travel+ family vacations
Thinking of a family holiday, but hankering after the adventure of a lifetime? With The Adventure Company, it’s possible to do both at the same time.
The company offers a wide range of different holidays for the adventurous spirit, including an amazing selection of Family Adventure vacations. Don’t go thinking that this means Disneyland or some other theme park, either. These packages will take you to exotic places far and wide – with never a sign of Mickey and his friends.
Take India, for example. There are currently three different family adventure holidays to india on offer: Tiger Trails & Taj Mahal, Mountains & Tigers and my favorite, Spicelands & Elephants.
It’s no longer necessary to wait for the kids to grow up before you can have the holiday of your dreams. Remember, when it comes to following your heart, “now” is always better than “someday”.
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