Being asked to go on the press trip with Barbour was a major highlight in all the time I’ve been blogging. Barbour is obviously a brand I love and I was so honored and grateful that they asked me along. But… I’ll admit… I was really nervous. Traveling in general makes me nervous, but this would...
The Ultimate list of Spooky, Haunted & Scary Attractions in Scotland's haunted city Edinburgh. From underground city tours to ghost tours to haunted castle.
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland is upon us. Never heard of it? No worries! That’s what I’m here for. Here is a quick guide to the festivities!
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the single greatest celebration of arts and culture on the planet. For three weeks in August, the city of Edinburgh welcomes an explosion of creative energy from ar...
Alfred, the Duke of Edinburgh, later Duke of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, was the second son of Queen Victoria. The duchess, the former Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna, was the only daughter of Alexander II of Russia. The couple's first born, Alfred, died a suicide at the age of twenty-four. But they had four daughters: Marie "Missy" (29 October 1875 - 18 July 1938), later Queen of Romania; Victoria Melita "Ducky" (25 November 1876 - 2 March 1936), later Grand Duchess of Hessen und bei Rhein and, after that, Grand Duchess Kirill of Russia; Alexandra "Sandra" (1 September 1878 - 16 April 1942), later Princess of Hohenlohe-Langenberg; and Beatrice "Baby Bee" (20 April 1884 - 13 July 1966), later Infanta of Spain. The sisters were very close, the first three more so; they were only a year and two years apart in age. Beatrice was six year younger than her closest sibling and doesn't always appear in these group portraits. Victoria Melita, Alexandra, Marie. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Though second born, Victoria Melita was always dominant among the sisters. Alexandra, Victoria Melita, Marie. Victoria Melita, Alexandra, Marie. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Beatrice, Victoria Melita, Alexandra, Marie. Victoria Melita, Marie, Alexandra, Beatrice. Victoria Melita and Marie had by far the closest bond among the four. Alexandra, Beatrice, Victoria Melita, Marie. Beatrice, Marie, Alexandra, Victoria Melita. From a portrait by Friedrich August von Kaulbach, circa 1900. Beatrice, Marie, Victoria Melita. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Alexandra, Marie, Beatrice, Victoria Melita. * Addendum 4/5/2021: Kaulbach's portrait of the four sisters, seen above in a reproduction from a vintage postcard, originally hung in the dining room of the Edinburgh Palace in Coburg. Unseen for many decades, it was thought that it might actually be lost. Only recently has it been confirmed as being safely held in the private collection of a family descendant.
Edinburgh is one of my favourite cities. It has so much history, so much character, and so much to do when you visit. I have now been there several times and there are always different
When it comes to food in Scotland, we have many recommendations. These ten restaurants were chosen based on history, offerings, and celebrity sightings.
Princess Marie, Princess Victoria Melita and Princess Alexandra of Edinburgh with their governess Mademoiselle Heinn. September 1884.
A pensioner whose aunt met Hitler and a second married a fascist leader is living in an Edinburgh beach tent with his piano after being kicked out of his house by his wife.
Alfred, the Duke of Edinburgh, later Duke of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, was the second son of Queen Victoria. The duchess, the former Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna, was the only daughter of Alexander II of Russia. The couple's first born, Alfred, died a suicide at the age of twenty-four. But they had four daughters: Marie "Missy" (29 October 1875 - 18 July 1938), later Queen of Romania; Victoria Melita "Ducky" (25 November 1876 - 2 March 1936), later Grand Duchess of Hessen und bei Rhein and, after that, Grand Duchess Kirill of Russia; Alexandra "Sandra" (1 September 1878 - 16 April 1942), later Princess of Hohenlohe-Langenberg; and Beatrice "Baby Bee" (20 April 1884 - 13 July 1966), later Infanta of Spain. The sisters were very close, the first three more so; they were only a year and two years apart in age. Beatrice was six year younger than her closest sibling and doesn't always appear in these group portraits. Victoria Melita, Alexandra, Marie. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Though second born, Victoria Melita was always dominant among the sisters. Alexandra, Victoria Melita, Marie. Victoria Melita, Alexandra, Marie. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Beatrice, Victoria Melita, Alexandra, Marie. Victoria Melita, Marie, Alexandra, Beatrice. Victoria Melita and Marie had by far the closest bond among the four. Alexandra, Beatrice, Victoria Melita, Marie. Beatrice, Marie, Alexandra, Victoria Melita. From a portrait by Friedrich August von Kaulbach, circa 1900. Beatrice, Marie, Victoria Melita. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Alexandra, Marie, Beatrice, Victoria Melita. * Addendum 4/5/2021: Kaulbach's portrait of the four sisters, seen above in a reproduction from a vintage postcard, originally hung in the dining room of the Edinburgh Palace in Coburg. Unseen for many decades, it was thought that it might actually be lost. Only recently has it been confirmed as being safely held in the private collection of a family descendant.
A pensioner whose aunt met Hitler and a second married a fascist leader is living in an Edinburgh beach tent with his piano after being kicked out of his house by his wife.
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17th century streets hidden under Edinburgh were once a breeding ground for the black death.
Heading to Scotland and want to know the best things to do in Edinburgh? Be sure to check out these top sites and enjoy this beautiful and ancient city!
A pensioner whose aunt met Hitler and a second married a fascist leader is living in an Edinburgh beach tent with his piano after being kicked out of his house by his wife.
These 5 secret Edinburgh spots will take you off the beaten path and give you a new appreciation for the Scottish capital.
Prince Christopher of Greece (uncle of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh); Princess Elizabeth of Greece (sister of Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent); Princess Irene of Greece (later Duchess of Aosta);…
Planning a road trip in Scotland? Check out these 15 amazing places to see on a road trip from Edinburgh to the Isle of Skye.
Avrupa'nın en güzel görünümlü şehirlerinden biri. Edinburgh, İskoçya www.biletbilet.com/etiket/952/ucak-biletleri
Looking for unusual things to do in Edinburgh? Want to explore off the beaten track attractions in Edinburgh? Here are some unique sites.
A short guide to visiting the pretty Circus Lane, Edinburgh - one of the most popular and Instagrammable photography spots in the city.
Scotland is part of the United Kingdom, with Edinburgh being its capital. The only larger city than the capital is Glasgow and these two are visited by so many tourists every year. However, what makes Scotland so special is not only the vibrant city life that it offers but something more…
Get lost finding masterpieces in Edinburghs best art galleries here are Culture Trip's recommendations.
Alfred, the Duke of Edinburgh, later Duke of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, was the second son of Queen Victoria. The duchess, the former Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna, was the only daughter of Alexander II of Russia. The couple's first born, Alfred, died a suicide at the age of twenty-four. But they had four daughters: Marie "Missy" (29 October 1875 - 18 July 1938), later Queen of Romania; Victoria Melita "Ducky" (25 November 1876 - 2 March 1936), later Grand Duchess of Hessen und bei Rhein and, after that, Grand Duchess Kirill of Russia; Alexandra "Sandra" (1 September 1878 - 16 April 1942), later Princess of Hohenlohe-Langenberg; and Beatrice "Baby Bee" (20 April 1884 - 13 July 1966), later Infanta of Spain. The sisters were very close, the first three more so; they were only a year and two years apart in age. Beatrice was six year younger than her closest sibling and doesn't always appear in these group portraits. Victoria Melita, Alexandra, Marie. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Though second born, Victoria Melita was always dominant among the sisters. Alexandra, Victoria Melita, Marie. Victoria Melita, Alexandra, Marie. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Beatrice, Victoria Melita, Alexandra, Marie. Victoria Melita, Marie, Alexandra, Beatrice. Victoria Melita and Marie had by far the closest bond among the four. Alexandra, Beatrice, Victoria Melita, Marie. Beatrice, Marie, Alexandra, Victoria Melita. From a portrait by Friedrich August von Kaulbach, circa 1900. Beatrice, Marie, Victoria Melita. Marie, Victoria Melita, Alexandra. Alexandra, Marie, Beatrice, Victoria Melita. * Addendum 4/5/2021: Kaulbach's portrait of the four sisters, seen above in a reproduction from a vintage postcard, originally hung in the dining room of the Edinburgh Palace in Coburg. Unseen for many decades, it was thought that it might actually be lost. Only recently has it been confirmed as being safely held in the private collection of a family descendant.
He was Charles's trusted wingman, a princely cousin parachuted into the hated Gordonstoun school to protect the newly-arrived future king from bullies and sneaks.
The Duke of Edinburgh was left deeply 'hurt and upset' by the portrayal and spoke with lawyers to see what he could do about The Crown's false depiction of him.
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