The Singleton Distillery – A Highland Gem with Community Spirit the entrance way to the distillery

The Singleton Distillery – A Highland Gem with Community Spirit

by mandyerushA Useful Guide, All you need to know, Scotland, WhiskyPosted on No Comments

A visit to The Singleton Distillery in Muir of Ord, Glen Ord – a Highland gem with a rich past and a true community heart. Built on the site of ancient illicit stills, it’s one of the few distilleries in Scotland still doing its own mashing. The visitor centre is a delight – comfy, spacious, and a gathering place for locals during the quieter months. From fascinating whisky-making tours to cosy chats over lunch, it’s a must-visit for anyone exploring the Highlands. Slàinte! 🥃
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Munlochy Clootie Well Forestry Land Scotland notice Board

The Clootie Well of Munlochy: Sacred Rags, Forest Paths, and Ancient Magic

by mandyerushAll you need to know, Clootie Well, Mythology, ScotlandPosted on No Comments

Hidden in a quiet fold of the Black Isle, the Clootie Well of Munlochy is no ordinary woodland spring. With trees draped in weathered cloth and curious offerings, this sacred place carries the echoes of an ancient world where healing, hope, and spiritual belief intertwined. Long before Christianity arrived, people made pilgrimages to such wells, seeking cures through rituals now barely remembered — but still practised, in curious modern forms, to this day.

Neurodiversity in the Outdoor Sector

Neurodiversity in the Outdoor Sector: A Surprising Over representation

by Cory JonesAll you need to know, NeurodiversityPosted on No Comments

Neurodiversity in the Outdoor Sector: A Surprising Overrepresentation For over 30 years, I have worked in the outdoor sector in various roles—countryside ranger, wildlife guide, kayak guide, international mountain leader, wildlife trust manager, outdoor first aid instructor, and environmental educator. As someone with dyslexia, I have often wondered if the outdoor sector attracts more neurodivergent individuals …

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The Truth About the Whale Shark Experience in Oslob Philippines

The Truth About the Whale Shark Experience in Oslob Philippines

by mandyerushA Useful Guide, All you need to know, Best things to do in, Marine Conservation, Philippines, Snorkelling, Travel Philippines, Whale SharksPosted on No Comments

The Truth About the Whale Shark Experience in Oslob, Philippines – A thrilling yet controversial encounter with these gentle giants. Learn what to expect, the ethics behind the experience, and essential tips for your visit.

CORON sign at top of Mount Tapyas

The Truth About Mount Tapyas: Are There Really 721 Steps?

by mandyerushA Useful Guide, All you need to know, Best things to do in, Free to visit, Free walking Tour, Hiking, Philippines, Sustainable, Travel on a Budget, Travel PhilippinesPosted on No Comments

Mount Tapyas, How many steps? That’s the question every visitor asks before taking on the climb. The journey starts in Coron Town, on the street named after the mountain. That is the clue. Just off the main road near the municipal gym, the entrance is well-marked, and the concrete staircase leading up the hill is visible from a distance. This is where the challenge begins.

Sardine Run Moalboal Philippines

How to Snorkel the Sardine Run in Moalboal Philippines

by mandyerushA Useful Guide, All you need to know, Best things to do in, Free to visit, How to, Marine Conservation, Philippines, Snorkelling, Snorkelling Adventures, Sustainable, Travel on a Budget, Travel PhilippinesPosted on No Comments

How to Snorkel the Sardine Run in Moalboal, Philippines – A guide on where to go, what to bring, costs, and tips for a safe, responsible experience.