Moray (also known as Elginshire) is one of Scotland’s 32 counties, situated on the North Eastern coast of the country. It is a region famous for the resident population of dolphins, among the best places on the continent to see animals in the wild. Specialists assume that there are about 130 bottlenose dolphins in the area. You may also see seals, white-beaked dolphins, minke whales and killer whales. Moray’s coastline offers a lot of great opportunities for wildlife watching. It is rich in animal and plant life, a declared support of waders and wildfowl. Other animals you can see are otters, ospreys and seabirds nesting on the cliffs. On the Southern coastline, you will be able to admire one of the biggest sand dunes landscapes in the United Kingdom. The rest of the county is covered with pine plantations, perfect for supporting wildlife. The badgers are very common near Inverness and so are the pine martins, although they were an endangered species in the past.
There are plenty accommodation units, which are more than likely to meet your greatest expectations. It only depends on the manner in which you would like to spend your holiday: in a luxurious hotel, a traditional inn or a cozy bed & breakfast. Here are the top places you should consider booking: Craigellachie Hotel, Dowans Hotel, The Cluny Bank Hotel, Premier Inn Elgin, Mansion House, Eastbank Hotel, Ramnee Hotel, Highland Spirit B&B. You may also want to consider Castleview B&B, Fernbank House B&B, West Manse, Links Lodge B&B, Morven B&B, Reiver House B&B, Moraydale Guest House, The Old Kirk, The Elms B&B.
Scotland will tempt your taste buds with some very special dishes, you just have to pack your bags and come. Get ready to be amazed by all the stuff you will get for breakfast: a selection of juices, yoghurt, fruit, cereal, hot porridge, delicious toast, a full Scottish breakfast, tea or coffee. Sounds great, right? Let us clear up for you what a Scottish breakfast is: bacon, eggs, sausages, potato scone, mushrooms, tomatoes, baked beans and black pudding. It is a full meal; that will keep your tummy satisfied so that you can enjoy a long days of sightseeing. The meat delicacies also include Haggis, Stovies and Lorne sausages. The desserts menu is a delight, with its Cranachan, Atholl Brose, Tablet, Shortbread and Clottie dumplings. Here are some places where you can sample all these goodies: Rockpool Café, Franklin’s Restaurant, Dufftown Glassworks, The Galley, Mosset Tavern, Covesea Café. Don’t miss The Quaich, Lido Restaurant, The Mash Tun, Bijoux by the Sea, The Clockhouse Restaurants, The Copper Dog.
Wondering what things to see and do in this part of Scotland? Visit the Wester Hardmuir Fruit Farm and buy local grown asparagus, rhubarb and strawberries. Discover the amazing interior and treasures of the Brodie Castle and the romantic Cawdor Castle. Learn about how the national drink is made at Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery. Admire the quality pottery at Findhorn Pottery. Let history reveal itself at Falconer Museum and learn about the salmon fishing industry at Findhorn Village Icehouse.
Visit the marvelous ruins of Elgin Cathedral and discover nature’s beautiful works of art at Howdens Gardens Centre. The art gems at Inverness Museum & Art Gallery, the well-preserved Bronze Age cemetery at Clava Cairns or the mighty artillery fortification at Fort George are other beautiful things to see. Make plans to discover Scotland, with all of its famous and amazing landscapes, awesome culture and stunning heritage and history. It is a country where you will spend memorable moments, with sights, experiences and sounds that will be unforgettable, especially in 2015, declared the Year of Food & Drink.
Come and try the wonderful local produce and the whiskey, of course. You will find great accommodation and travel advice so that you have an inspiring holiday.
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