Homecoming 2009

The National Bard is one of Scotland's most recognisable cultural icons whose message of friendship and 'Auld Lang Syne' lives on. Homecoming Scotland 2009 includes year-long events across the country, and Crerar Hotels are ideally situated in the heart of Scotland to allow guests easy access to the events and to explore all that Scotland has to offer.

Whisky-lovers should not miss the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival, with our Craiglynne Hotel situated in Strathspey's capital town of Grantown-on-Spey. The festival celebrates the Scottish heritage and tradition of whisky, music and food.

Taste the Dram(a) is a weekend-long celebration of all the Scottish West Coast has to offer, easily accessible from our Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa, showcasing the West Coast whisky trail, including the award-winning Talisker Distillery, rugged coastlines and superb Scottish produce.

Perthshire sets the scene for the Etape Caledonia cycling race, the only closed road cycle event in the UK, through 81 miles of stunning Scottish countryside, a suitable challenge for cyclists of all skill levels. Visitors at Scotland's Hotel & Spa will find the location ideal as a spectator or participant and a fine base to explore Scotland. Visitors can delight in Highland Games in the towns and villages close to our hotels, and can consult the Homecoming Scotland homepage for specific events closer to their travel time.

Those looking to discover their ancestry can consult our Clan Map of Scotland to better plan their trips to retrace the steps of their Scottish ancestors to truly make their trip a homecoming.

For more information about Homecoming Scotland 2009 events please look at the Homecoming Scotland Events website.