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A man and woman in Scottish dress with handfasting ceremony.

Scottish wedding traditions

Here at Mackays Hotel in Wick, we offer space for you to make your wedding…...

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A happy family on a hotel break

October Half-Term in Caithness 2024

Half-term is coming around quickly, and we all know what it feels like to try…...

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Festival goers dancing at sunset in silhouette.

Caithness events and festivals

Something to take into consideration when booking your stay at Mackays Hotel in Caithness is…...

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Cakes decorated with cream and berries

Visit Taste North Food and Drink Festival

Food lovers – it’s that time of year again, Taste North is coming to Caithness!…...

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Castle Gringoe on a blue sunny day.

Scotland winter itinerary for a Wick break

Wick in winter is a showcase for displaying Scotland’s most rugged beauty. It’s a great…...

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Indian Hindu Traditional Pooja. Vedic fire ceremony called Yagya. Indian wedding of vivah Yagya. items for the Indian Yajna ritual. the place of traditional Vedic sacrifice yagyashala.

Host your alternative wedding at Mackays Hotel

If you're considering an alternative wedding, look no further than Mackays Hotel. Our beautiful setting,…...

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The North Coast 500 scenic route around the north coast of Scotland.

NC500 Do’s and Don’ts

Planning a tour of the North Coast 500 (NC500) and looking for the perfect place…...

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The bride and groom, happy newlyweds on a walk in the park sit with a beautiful beloved young thoroughbred dog dachshund. Wedding photography, animal close-up portrait.

Plan your dog-friendly wedding in Scotland

We are delighted to offer a dog-friendly wedding experience to make your dream day complete.…...

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Camster Cairns in Caithness

Myths and legends of Caithness

With a history dating back to prehistoric times, it’s no wonder that Caithness is shrouded…...

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Scotsmen dressing in kilt on wedding day with bride in the middle.

Making long-distance wedding planning easier

Planning a wedding is an exciting journey! However, when it comes to long-distance wedding planning,…...

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The History of Tartan

When you think of Scotland, tartan is likely one of the first things that come…...

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Sunny field with hay bales on the north coast of Scotland

Things to do on a summer break in Wick

Are you coming to stay with us at Mackays Hotel in Wick this summer? There’s…...

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Scottish clans in Caithness

Lots of people with Scottish ancestry have ties to the great clans. These are the…...

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Father’s Day at Mackays

Father’s Day falls on Sunday 16th June this year. If you’re looking for a gift…...

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Flying to Scotland with a dog

For many of us, a holiday simply isn’t a holiday without our four-legged friends. At…...

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