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Inverness Scotland Vacation Tips and Advice Travelling to Scotland from overseas? Perhaps you want to get close to your Scottish ancestry, or simply wish to see one of the most beautiful countries in the world for yourself. If you’re planning a Scotland vacation, for example from the USA or Canada, we have a few facts […]

Our luxury dog-friendly accommodation When planning a trip away with the family, you won’t want to leave your beloved dogs behind. That’s why our luxury dog-friendly accommodation at The Kingsmills Hotel is a fantastic choice. Here, we welcome your furry friends, and we have rooms to accommodate all the family. The Scottish Highlands is a […]

Sustainable and responsible travel in Scotland In this blog, we will help you to find Inverness, East of Inverness, and Loch Ness facilities whilst learning how to help to protect our Scottish history, heritage, culture, and landscapes. Environmental protection is at the core of everything we do here at the Kingsmills Hotel. And you can […]

Famous People from Inverness Our city has a rich history and many stories to tell. So here, we’re taking a look at some of the most famous people (and another monster celebrity!) from Inverness … John Fraser: A Rose By Any Other Name John Fraser was a Botanist and Plant Hunter born in Inverness in […]

Discover these Highland animals on a Scottish Wildlife Safari The Scottish Highlands surrounding Inverness is a foreboding and wild landscape. Full of rolling glens, deep lochs and thick forests. This is the perfect environment for the intrepid explorer to discover the wide array of Highland animals that call this beautiful part of Scotland home. On […]

Gin vs Whisky: Let Battle Commence … Inverness is best known for its beautiful scenic walks, historic landscapes and notorious selection of local whisky. Whisky has no doubt taken the world by storm for centuries and is considered one of Scotland’s greatest exports. Well, according to us whisky lovers at the Kingsmills! Yet, the ‘gin […]

Dolphin spotting near Inverness There are many reasons to visit the wonderful city of Inverness, from our outstanding beaches to striking Highland scenery. Somewhat less well-known, perhaps, is the fact that we can also claim to be one of the best places in the UK to spot dolphins in their natural habitat. From unique viewpoints […]

Discover these beautiful Inverness beaches You don’t have to travel far this summer to experience sunny sandy beaches. Located at the tip of the Scottish Highlands, Inverness presents plentiful local beaches of varying sizes and textures. From sand to shingle, there’s a gorgeous little beach just waiting for you! We’ve collated our favourite beaches near Inverness […]

Enjoy a midweek break in Scotland After the past year or so, we all deserve a break! So, now that restrictions are beginning to lift, more and more people are starting to plan a break to enjoy the fresh air and beauty of the Scottish Highlands. After all, it’s the perfect place to relax in […]

Visit Inverness for golf breaks in Scotland The Scottish Highlands aren’t just a great location for the Whisky Connoisseur or the avid Munro Bagger. The breath-taking Highlands is also home to a collection of the finest golf courses in the UK, and arguably the world. No matter your course of choice, be it links or […]

Scottish Wildlife Holidays Now that spring is finally here in the Highlands, there’s so much wildlife around us to enjoy. The dark winter nights are behind us and nature is waking up. As we welcome the new sights and sounds of spring, it’s the perfect time to plan a Scottish wildlife holiday in the Highlands. […]

Business Event Planning The responsibility of planning a business event, no matter what scale, can be daunting to start with. A blank canvas waiting to be painted with an array of different stakeholders and most importantly guest satisfaction! Follow our event planning tips to stay on track. Planning A Successful Event Keep An Open Mind A […]

Why Staycations are better Many UK travellers are choosing to holiday at home, rather than jetting off overseas. Not only is it cheaper and easier to do so, but it’s also often a better experience. The UK is a wonderful place to get to know. With a rich history and a variety of different cultures […]

The Kingsmills Wedding Planning Checklist Congratulations. You’re engaged! After the initial celebrations, it can become quite daunting to think about all the planning that you need to do. But fear not! Our Wedding Coordinators have picked up a few tips over the years. So we’ve put together this wedding planning checklist to help you get started … […]

A Burns Night to remember Here at The Kingsmills, we are extremely excited for the end of this month and Burns Night. Robert Burns (1759 – 1796) was a Scottish poet and lyricist, who is celebrated worldwide for his iconic work. Burns is a part of Kingsmills history. He famously visited our building in 1787, […]