London – Things To Do and See

May 12, 2010April 27, 2010 PerryGolf Staff

If you have some free time for sightseeing in the UK and you want to experience the buzz of a big city, then London is a must! On a recent trip I was amazed at how easy it was to travel around London on the underground; it really is the quickest and most effective way to get from A to B. There are so many things to do and see that you really need more than 3 days to experience all that is on offer.

I have been to London previously and visited Buckingham Palace, the London Planetarium, Madame Tussauds and also went on The London Eye. This time I visited the Tate Modern Gallery and managed to fit in a top West End musical “Sister Act” – there are always so many shows to see from Wicked to Billy Elliot and these are all considered excellent. After Sister Act, a visit to China Town is highly recommended; you are absolutely spoiled for choice with so many restaurants there.

Yes, London is busy, but it has a great buzz and it is amazing what you can fit in over a few days – comfortable shoes are a must as, although the underground is the easiest way to get around, you will cover miles with everything that you want to do. Shopping for the ladies is excellent with so many designer stores and, of course, Harrods. I’m already planning my next trip!

By Denise McKee. Denise has been with PerryGolf for over 10 years and is a member of our admin team.

The Olive Tree – Dining in Aberdeen

May 10, 2010April 27, 2010 Mhairi

If you are planning a stay in Aberdeen, Scotland and have a free night ahead, I’d happily recommend The Olive Tree for your evening meal.

Set in the Granite City’s West End in a renovated former toll house, the restaurant offers two very different settings; The Black Olive – which is situated in the conservatory and offers a modern environment; or The Olive Tree which is the more formal of the two eating areas. There is not a huge choice on the menus, but this is offset by the fact that they are updated regularly and always work with seasonal produce. Each day, a seasonal special is on offer as well as the core European menu. When I was there I had a main of confit of halibut with ratatouille which was delicious…and for any like-minded chocoholics, you have to try the chocolate and peanut parfait for dessert!

It’s worth noting that The Olive Tree also has private rooms which are ideal for a group who would like a more intimate experience.

Effects of Iceland’s Volcano

May 6, 2010April 27, 2010 PerryGolf Staff

As you would expect, we have been busy here at PerryGolf over the last week or so with the repercussions of the volcano in Iceland. Suppliers have been very helpful to those clients affected and, in the main, most groups have rescheduled their trip for later in the year. We have been asked about how the volcano has affected the weather and there seems to be an expectation that ash may have fallen on the courses. As I am based in Scotland I can confirm that the weather has not been affected and we are currently experiencing very pleasant golfing weather – although a little more warmth is always appreciated! As to ash laying on the courses, this has not occurred and there is certainly not a situation of ash falling from the skies.

It is all very normal here and with the opening of UK air space recently, it looks like things are back to normal.

By Alastair Niven. Alastair has been with PerryGolf for over 9 years and is one of our Golf Travel Specialists.

The West End of Glasgow

May 4, 2010April 21, 2010 Mhairi

Should you find yourself staying in Glasgow’s West End, it would a waste not to take a stroll along the bustling Byres Road. Staying in the luxury boutique hotel, Hotel du Vin & Bistro (a 15 minutes drive from Glasgow Airport) means you are but a minute’s walk from one of the most eclectic and intriguing streets in Glasgow.

Full of boutiques, pubs, bars and restaurants; there really is something for everyone. Only just this weekend a friend and I decided to head there to the new Italian-style tapas restaurant, La Vita Spuntini, for lunch. After several delicious mini-dishes of meatballs, frittatas, one-too-many slices of homemade Italian bread and a fantastic bottle of wine, we wandered up and down the busy street window-shopping at the clothing, home-ware and music stores.

For something a little different, visit Òran Mór for a Play, a Pie and a Pint – a spot of lunchtime theatre with a difference.

As a rule, if you are in the West End of Glasgow, you are ‘morally obligated’ to take a trip along the cobbled back-road of Ashton Lane; a small passageway, only about 170 feet long, but which houses the best bars and pubs in the area. Naturally, we did not want to ignore this tradition and so resolved to visit another couple of bars before heading home.

Well…it would have been rude not to!

Brooks Brothers to Join with St. Andrews Links Trust

May 2, 2010April 2, 2010 PerryGolf Staff

It was recently announced that America’s oldest retailer, Brooks Brothers, will join forces with the St. Andrews Links Trust in 2011 and become the ‘Official Partner’ in the production of apparel and accessories. This will be an exciting new venture for both parties and highly anticipated on both sides of the Atlantic.

Click here for more details.

By Gary Sheppard. Gary has been with PerryGolf for over 3 years and is one of our Golf Travel Specialists.

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