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Scottish Sun
09-06-2025
- Scottish Sun
Scots beach described as ‘white sand paradise' named best in UK
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A PRISTINE beach with pale, white sands has been named best in the UK. Heading for the coast often come top of the list for a family day out. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The island beach came out in top place in the UK 3 This bay in Morar also made the top five And we are spoiled for choice in Scotland. New research, conducted by QR Code Generator, analysed Tripadvisor reviews to find the highest-rated beaches in the UK. The coastal spots rated four stars or higher were ranked based on the percentage of five-star reviews compared to the total number of reviews. And four of the top five were in Scotland. Marc Porcar, CEO of QR Code Generator, said: "Scotland dominates the list of best UK beaches, claiming four out of the top five spots." Coming out in top place is the stunning Luskentyre Beach on the Isle of Harris. The bay had an impressive 93.79 per cent of reviews giving it five stars. This beach boasts white sands, blue-green waters and was named one of the UK's best beaches in the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards. Often mistaken for the Caribbean, it is found on the west coast of South Harris in the Outer Hebrides. Coming in second place was another destination on the isle, Scarista Beach with 90.50 per cent of reviews rating it five stars. Primark is selling the perfect beach bag for your summer holiday - it's lightweight, waterproof and shoppers can't get enough of the sparkles Less than six miles from Luskentyre, it is rated as the best place to visit on Harris. This white sandy beach speckled with seashells lies on the southwestern coast and looks out into the Atlantic Ocean. Camusdarach Beach in Morar, three miles south of Mallaig, came in third place. Described as an arc of white, glistening sand and clear water, it can be found south of the estuary of River Morar, with views of the Isle of Skye. This beach was also featured in the film Local Hero and is a popular filming location to visit. Marloes Sands Beach in Pembrokeshire, Wales, is the only top five placing not in Scotland. The fourth place bay has dramatic coastal scenery and vast golden sands. It's surrounded by wildlife and ancient history, looking out onto Skokholm Island. 3 Sandwood came in fifth place And in fifth place is Sandwood Bay in Sutherland. It is a natural bay with a remote, picturesque beach on the far north-west coast of mainland Scotland. Visitors will find a mile of golden sands and dunes, with rocky cliffs and a giant sea stack to complete the stunning vistas. COASTS WITH THE MOST HERE'S the full top 10: Luskentyre Beach, Isle of Harris, Scotland Scarista Beach, Isle of Harris, Scotland Camusdarach Beach, Morar, Scotland Marloes Sands Beach, Pembrokeshire, Wales Sandwood Bay Beach, Sutherland, Scotland Embleton Bay, Northumberland, England Ross Back Sands Beach, Northumberland, England St Aidan Beach, Northumberland, England Rhossili Bay, Gower Peninsula, Wales Steve's Beach, Isle of Wight Marc said: "Scottish beaches can often be overlooked for southern destinations, but these reviews show how extraordinary these locations really are. "These beaches are more remote than usual seaside towns that are overrun during the summer months. "They offer visitors a quieter, more picturesque experience that is truly breathtaking.'
Scotsman
16-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Scotland holiday parks celebrate TripAdvisor Traveller's Choice Award wins
Four Parkdean Resorts holiday parks in Scotland are celebrating winning Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards for 2025. Eyemouth, Grannie's Heilan' Hame, Nairn Lochloy, and Sundrum Castle Holiday Parks each won the prestigious awards, which recognise the top 10% of businesses that consistently earn positive reviews and honour select accommodations, attractions and restaurants which demonstrate a commitment to hospitality excellence. Sign up to our Scotsman Money newsletter, covering all you need to know to help manage your money. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... 2025 marks a record performance for Parkdean Resorts in the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards – with a total of 32 of its holiday parks and hotels receiving awards from the world's largest travel guidance platform. Steve Richards, CEO at Parkdean Resorts, said: 'Winning the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Award is a testament to the hard work our teams put in every day, allowing our guests to make amazing memories with their families and loved ones. We're extremely proud of our parks and always strive to improve the overall guest experience. The feedback we receive from our visitors is very important to us and we're delighted to see such a high proportion of our parks win this prestigious award.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Parkdean Resorts employs over 8,000 people across the UK and welcomes more than 3 million holidaymakers to its parks every year. Its commitment to investing in the full holiday experience, providing exceptional F&B options and activities for families, has contributed to the great scores and results achieved, and is a testament to its park teams. Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park Family Eating Parkdean Resorts' commitment to creating unforgettable experiences for its holidaymakers has earned the company British Travel Awards every year for the past twelve years, including Best Company for UK Family Holidays, Best Company for UK Parks and Lodges Holidays, and Best Company for UK Short Breaks. Parkdean Resorts is the leading operator of holiday parks in the UK, welcoming in excess of 3 million holidaymakers each year. The company owns and operates 66 award-winning holiday parks and has an unrepeatable freehold property footprint with 3,500 acres of land, including forests, peatbogs, rivers, beaches, and headlands in some of the UK's finest beauty spots. Parkdean Resorts is committed to caring for its parks, people, and planet to create a positive environmental impact on nature and resources, and to acting responsibly for the long-term sustainability of its business. The company's 33,000 pitches include a wide range of accommodation options, from static caravans to luxury lodges and glamping, as well as touring and camping pitches. Parkdean Resorts has 20,000 holiday home owners and sells over 600,000 holidays a year, mainly to families.
The National
09-05-2025
- Business
- The National
Family-run Scottish holiday park ranked among best in the world
Linwater Caravan Park in the village of Newbridge, 12 miles west of the Scottish capital, was named in this year's Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards – with the accolade given based on consistently high reviews on the travel site. The family firm, which was founded in 1998 by the Guinan family, was listed among the top 10% of hospitality businesses worldwide. Open all year round, the holiday park offers holidaymakers pitches for caravans, motorhomes, campervans, and tents, alongside a range of self-catering holiday lodges and static caravans. READ MORE: Gillian Mackay launches Scottish Greens leadership bid The site also boasts a fully equipped camper's kitchen, an onsite shop, a dog walking area and a playpark. Katie Guinan, owner of Linwater Caravan Park, welcomed the award saying it is 'incredibly rewarding' knowing guests enjoy their stay at the site. She said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025. 'This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here. 'We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do. 'Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering a warm welcome, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests. 'Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same - to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.' The park announced it is set to unveil a new static caravan terrace after pouring £200,000 into the project. The family said it will transform a previously unused area into a 'stunning accommodation space,' featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand-new static caravans.
Web Release
09-05-2025
- Web Release
C Mauritius Palmar Ranked Best All-Inclusive Hotel in Africa and 12th Worldwide at Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2025
By Editor_wr On May 9, 2025 A celebration of authentic guest feedback, the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards spotlight properties that consistently exceed expectations. This year, C Mauritius Palmar has been crowned the Best All-Inclusive Hotel in Africa — and proudly ranks 12th among the Best All-Inclusive Hotels in the world. The resort is recognised for its elevated yet effortless all-inclusive experience, blending generous hospitality, immersive lifestyle programming, and the playful spirit unique to the C Resorts brand. Set along the pristine Palmar Beach on the east coast of Mauritius, C Mauritius has redefined what it means to be all-inclusive. The resort delivers a refreshingly modern take on the concept: from daily interactive culinary journeys and craft cocktail culture to wellness rituals, outdoor adventures, and live music evenings — all seamlessly included and thoughtfully designed to delight. 'We are truly honoured to receive this recognition from our guests and from TripAdvisor,' said Olivier de Guardia, General Manager of C Mauritius Palmar. 'This award is a proud moment for our entire team, whose dedication, energy and genuine hospitality are at the heart of everything we do. At C Mauritius, we aim to create a spirited and meaningful experience for every guest — one that reflects the soul of the island and the lifestyle essence of C Resorts.' At C Mauritius Palmar, the all-inclusive offering is more than just convenience — it's an invitation to embrace a lifestyle that is both genuine and generous, yet relaxed and joyful. Guests enjoy generous buffet-style dining infused with local and international flavours, interactive live cooking stations, and a relaxed, playful atmosphere that captures the spirit of island living. Every element of the stay is thoughtfully designed to encourage guests to fully Come Play. Let Go. Feel Free. The TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards honour the top 1% of hotels worldwide, based entirely on reviews and ratings from global travellers. Being named Africa's Best All-Inclusive Hotel and one of the Top 15 All-Inclusive Resorts in the world is a testament to the unwavering commitment of the C Mauritius team, whose passion brings every guest's moment to life. For those seeking a refreshing take on all-inclusive travel, C Mauritius Palmar offers more than a holiday — it offers a lifestyle to be lived, felt, and shared. Comments are closed.
Scottish Sun
08-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Scots holiday park named one of best in world
The family-run park is surrounded by stunning countryside PITCH PERFECT Scots holiday park named one of best in world A SCOTS holiday park has ranked among the best in the world. The caravan park was named in this year's Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards - an accolade based on consistently high reviews on the popular travel guidance site. Advertisement 1 A Scots holiday park has ranked among the best in the world Credit: Alamy Linwater Caravan Park in the village of Newbridge, near Edinburgh, was listed among the top 10 per cent of hospitality businesses worldwide. Situated just 12 miles from the capital, the family-run park is surrounded by stunning countryside. Open all year round, it offers pitches for caravans, motorhomes, campervans, and tents, alongside a range of luxurious self-catering holiday lodges and static caravans. Guests can also enjoy amenities including a fully equipped camper's kitchen, an onsite shop, a dog walking area and a playpark. Advertisement Linwater Caravan Park was established in 1998 by the Guinan family and has continued to evolve over the years. This summer, the park is set to unveil a major £200,000 investment in a new static caravan terrace. It will transform a previously unused area into a "stunning accommodation space," featuring two new luxury lodges and six brand-new static caravans. Katie Guinan, owner, said: 'We are absolutely delighted to receive the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award for 2025. Advertisement 'This recognition means so much to us as a small, family-run business, and it's a real credit to the hardworking and dedicated team we have here. "We pour our hearts into this place, and it's incredibly rewarding to know our guests value what we do. Hidden gem Scots caravan park with luxury hot tubs that's just five steps from the beach "Since opening our doors in 1998, we've remained committed to offering a warm welcome, high-quality facilities, and peaceful surroundings for our guests. "Whether visitors are pitching up on our touring site, enjoying a self-catering stay, or planning to stay in our luxurious lodges, our aim is always the same - to help people make happy holiday memories in comfort and tranquillity.'
