While we’re still being told to ‘stay at home’ at the moment, with the vaccination programme continuing apace and the roadmap out of lockdown starting to become a reality, we can perhaps start to look forward to breaks again with a little more confidence.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has indicated that Scotland will be returning to a system of tiers, meaning that even when holiday accommodation reopens we may not be able to leave our council area.
Luckily, Falkirk people have plenty of options for holidaying on their own doorstep.
With a range of accommodation to suit all budgets, here are a few ideas for your first tentative steps into vacationing when restrictions start to ease – while, of course, sticking to the latest coronavirus laws which you can check on the Scottish Government website here.
Luckily, Falkirk people have plenty of options for holidaying on their own doorstep.
5. Carmel Apartments
Offering home comforts combined with the luxury of a premier hotel, the Carmel Apartments are located a short walk from Falkirk town centre. With facilities including a garden and a bbq/picnic area, apartments are available from around £160 a night from www.carmelapartments.co.uk. Photo: www.carmelapartments.co.uk
Set on a farm near Standburn, this peaceful holiday home features a lounge area with sofas, reclining chairs, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. You can rent it from around £700 for a week from www.booking.com. Photo: www.booking.com
Located in countryside near near Bonnybridge, Antonine Wall Cottages provides a real getaway close to home, with each unit coming with a terrace, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and a seating area to relax in. There's also a hot tub and a children's playground. Cottages sleep up to six and are available from around £100 a night on www.booking.com. Photo: www.booking.com
Located in Bonnybridge, the Bungalow Annex provides comfortable accommodation for up to two people. Relax in the garden or enjoy walking the local area, including nearby St Helen's Loch. It's available from www.booking.com from around £55 a night. Photo: www.booking.com
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