Janet Redler Tourism

A whistle-stop tour of the Highlands

At over 10,000 square miles there’s a lot of ground to cover, so here’s our guide to a whistle-stop tour of the Highlands…
When we think of Scotland, it is very often the rugged mountains and glittering lochs of the Highlands that spring to mind. The picture-postcard landscape of northern Scotland is … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/whistle-stop-tour-highlands/

Get straight to the horse's mouth in the world-famous Kelpies!

The Kelpies Experience challenges participants to tackle a 25-metre aerial climb inside the world-famous Kelpies.
Scottish Canals have launched Scotland’s newest visitor attraction, The Kelpies Experience, which challenges participants of all ages to tackle a 25-metre aerial climb, taking the… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/get-straight-horses-mouth-world-famous-kelpies/

Rural retreats and foodie delights in Angus and Fife

Daniel, one of our team, had an amazing time exploring the rural retreats and foodie delights of Angus and Fife in Scotland.
Daniel, one of our team, had an amazing time exploring the rural retreats and foodie delights of Angus and Fife in Scotland. Here is his blog about the trip. Daniel enjoying the… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/rural-retreats-foodie-delights-angus-fife/

Torchlight Procession returns to Edinburgh's Hogmanay

Organisers of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay have announced the return of the spectacular Torchlight Procession.
Organisers of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay have announced the return of the spectacular Torchlight Procession to launch 2024-2025’s world-famous celebrations. The event on 29 Decem… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/torchlight-procession-returns-edinburghs-hogmanay/

Halloween frights at Scotland's historic sites

Creepy treats and eerie encounters are making their way to a number of Historic Scotland sites this Halloween.
Creepy treats and eerie encounters are making their way to a number of Historic Scotland sites this Halloween. Halloween at Historic Scotland sites © Rob McDougall Edinburgh… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/halloween-frights-scotlands-historic-sites/

Seven lovely Scottish lochs

There are dozens of magnificent Scottish lochs which are well worth a visit. Here’s a handful of our favourites!
With over 30,000 Scottish lochs, you’re almost certain to enjoy seeing at least some on a visit to Scotland. ‘Loch’ is from a Scottish Gaelic word meaning lake and has generally b… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/seven-lovely-scottish-lochs/

New behind-the-scenes tours of The Falkirk Wheel in Scotland

For the first time in many years, visitors can step inside the heart of the world’s only rotating boat lift.
For the first time in many years, visitors can step inside the heart of the world’s only rotating boat lift. The Falkirk Wheel Scottish Canals, who own and maintain The Falki… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/new-behind-scenes-tours-falkirk-wheel-scotland/

A royal tour of Scotland

Scotland is bursting with 1,000 years of royal history, from Edinburgh Castle to Balmoral.
Scotland is bursting with 1,000 years of royal history, from Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse to Glamis Castle and Balmoral. What better way to explore Scotland’s … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/royal-tour-scotland/

Lonely Planet names Irish and Scottish beaches among world's best

Keem Bay in Ireland and West Beach in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland have been included on a list of top beaches.
Keem Bay on Achill Island on the Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland and West Beach on Berneray in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland have been included on a list of the world's top beaches.… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/lonely-planet-names-irish-and-scottish-beaches-among-worlds-best/

Haste ye back to Scotland!

Scotland’s reputation as a must-visit, must-return destination is growing according to new research by VisitScotland.
Scotland’s reputation as a must-visit, must-return destination is growing according to new research by VisitScotland. Urquhart Castle on the banks of Loch Ness © VisitScotland /… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/haste-ye-back-scotland/

Celebrate Hogmanay in the Highlands

No other country does New Year celebrations with quite as much passion as Scotland, so it's a great place to be on 31 December!
No other country does New Year celebrations with quite as much passion as Scotland, and the Highlands are recognised as the spiritual home of Hogmanay. The perfect place to see ou… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/celebrate-hogmanay-highlands-scotland/

Scotland's mythical past lights up Edinburgh skyline

A spectacular Castle of Light interactive light trail at Edinburgh Castle is once again lighting up the city’s skyline.
A spectacular Castle of Light interactive light trail at Edinburgh Castle is once again lighting up the city’s skyline in the run up to Christmas, and this year’s theme is ‘Magic … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/scotlands-mythical-past-lights-edinburgh-skyline1/

Celtic Connections set for biggest-ever music festival

World-renowned Glasgow festival Celtic Connections will once again light up stages, venues and dark winter nights.
World-renowned Glasgow festival Celtic Connections will once again light up stages, venues and dark winter nights from Thursday 18 January to Sunday 4 February 2024, for what will … https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/celtic-connections-set-biggest-ever-music-festival1/

Scotland's favourite sound and light show returns with aquatic theme

The Enchanted Forest, one of Scotland’s biggest and most popular outdoor events, returns this autumn.
The Enchanted Forest, one of Scotland’s biggest and most popular outdoor events, returns this autumn with a jaw-dropping aquatic theme, ‘From the Deep’. This year’s show, w… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/scotlands-favourite-sound-and-light-show-returns-aquatic-theme/

Jillian and Gary's new adventures in Britain (part two)

Moving on from London and Edinburgh, the Kings embarked on their tour of the Scottish Highlands.
Last year, we organised a sensational two-month tour of the United Kingdom and Ireland for our clients, Jillian and Gary King, to mark their 40th wedding anniversary. We were deli… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/jillian-and-garys-new-adventures-britain-part-two/

Jillian and Gary's new adventures in Britain (part one)

We were delighted to create another dream itinerary for a couple from California, this time visiting Scotland and London.
Last year, we organised a sensational two-month tour of the United Kingdom and Ireland for our clients, Jillian and Gary King, to mark their 40th wedding anniversary. We were deli… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/jillian-and-garys-new-adventures-britain-part-one/

Ten unforgettable things to do in Scotland

There are so many incredible things to experience on a tour of Scotland. Here is a list of some of our favourites!
Scotland is famed the world over for its history, culture and landscape, from bagpipes and tartan to Highland Games and haggis, and there is so much to enjoy on a tour of the coun… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/ten-unforgettable-things-scotland/

Birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots reopens to visitors

Linlithgow Palace, the awe-inspiring palace of the Stewarts, has reopened after vital restoration work.
Linlithgow Palace, the awe-inspiring palace of the Stewarts, has reopened after vital restoration work, with visitors once again being able to explore the site’s 2,000-year histor… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/birthplace-mary-queen-scots-reopens-visitors/

In the steps of the Celtic saints: a Scottish pilgrimage

We were delighted to create a tailor-made itinerary for a church group from California this spring, following St Cuthbert’s Way – one of Scotland’s greatest walking trails.
We were delighted to create a tailor-made itinerary for a church group from California following St Cuthbert’s Way – one of Scotland’s greatest walking trails - which stretches fo… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/blog/steps-celtic-saints/

World's biggest piping festival celebrates 20th anniversary

The world’s biggest piping festival attracts over 30,000 people to Glasgow in Scotland each August.
The world’s biggest piping festival annually attracts over 30,000 people to Glasgow and this year the organisers hope to see more visitors than ever as Piping Live! celebrates two… https://www.janetredlertravelandtourism.co.uk/news/worlds-biggest-piping-festival-celebrates-20th-anniversary/