10th January 2019
Dream Escape are welcoming the new year with a celebration of film. From Mary Poppin’s London to the stunning Scottish locations featured in the new Mary Queen of Scots movie released this weekend, we have it all covered with 2 amazing featured itineraries.
Dream Escape are the experts in designing unique and innovative itineraries featuring special interests and the diverse and individual preferences of clients. There are many unique experiences we can offer as part of a ‘set-jetting’ programme. A movie exploration of the UK and Ireland can take you from carriage rides and a Mary Poppins guided tour of London to the regal splendour of Downton Abbey and a behind the scenes tour, exploring locations featured in Outlander and Harry Potter or perhaps a Game of Thrones pilgrimage to Ireland.
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Scotland continues to be an inspiring destination for filming. The new Mary Queen of Scots showcases Scotland’s finest locations whilst highlighting the fascinating and dramatic history, events, people and places which have shaped this wonderful country.
Take an alternative tour of Edinburgh in a 007 James Bond themed challenge around the city centre featuring character actors and 4×4 vehicles. Enjoy a traditional treat of fish and Chips in the Worlds End, an Outlander location and Dougal Mackenzie’s favourite haunt. See the real Pictish crosses and Viking tombstones in Abercorn church and explore Hopetoun House and Castle Leoch with our in-house expert Head of Guiding who had unique studio and set access during filming.
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South of the border indulge in a Mary Poppins afternoon tea, 007 James Bond scavenger hunt on the River Thames or take a ‘muggles’ walking tour and delve into the magical world of Harry Potter.
With many TV and filming credits including the British classic, Poldark, Cornwall boasts many beautiful locations and a heritage coastline characterised by fishing villages, inlets and cliff top panoramas. Pay a special visit to Chavenage House where the series was filmed for an off the beaten track experience. Learn the history of the house and its connections with past and present royalty, ghosts and great stories with a tour and lunch in the beautiful private apartments with the family.
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The Game of Thrones Touring Exhibition is making it’s UK debut this year in Belfast, from 1 April – Sept 1st 2019 at the Titanic Exhibition. Visit this vibrant city and explore the rugged northern Irish Antrim coast and take in the dramatic landscapes including the Giant’s Causeway with movie locations steeped in local myth and legend. Immerse in the magical and mythical the worlds of Westeros and Essos ahead of the release of series 8.
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From today, Buckingham Palace is open to visitors for 10 weeks only. During a visit discover the 19 magnificent State Rooms and explore our special exhibition, Queen Victoria’s Palace to learn more about how Queen Victoria brought the Palace to life, transforming an empty royal residence into the site of the most glittering court in Europe.
Golf’s oldest major championship, The Open, returns after 68 years to Royal Portrush Golf Club, Dunluce Course; County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The 148th Open 2019 began with the first tee shot taken by Northern Ireland’s Darren Clarke.
Fun Facts: Graeme McDowell, the professional golfer who was the first Irishman to win the U.S. Open, was born in Portrush. Another famous Northern Ireland player in the competition is Rory McIlroy who at the age of 16, in 2005, pitched in with a new course record of 61 at Royal Portrush.
Dream Escape can help you plan an inspirational and exciting programme in Northern Ireland, effortlessly combining golf and sight-seeing introducing clients to the country and the culture. Places of interest near Royal Portrush Golf Club include: UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Giant’s Causeway; Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Old Bushmills Distillery and Dunluce Castle, familiar to Game of Thrones fans as Castle Greyjoy.
Dream Escape’s “Scotland and Ireland: Golf and Touring Programme” is designed for experienced golfers and their partners. Dream Escape plan inspirational and exciting programmes, effortlessly combining golf and sight-seeing throughout Scotland and Ireland introducing visitors to the country and the culture.
At Dream Escape we have our very own golfing guru Alasdair Wells who, having graduated with a degree in Golf Management, has worked in Florida and more recently in St Andrews, the home of golf! There is very little Alasdair doesn't know about golf and he has his favourite golf courses - he has an impressive 13 Handicap!
The eyes of the world will be focussed on Royal Portrush, County Antrim, Northern Ireland from 18th > 21st July 2019 as it plays host to the 148th Open. This historic return will see the worlds’ very best golfers; international and home-grown heroes do battle for the famous Claret Jug.
Dream Escape recently helicoptered over the Dunluce Links Course at Royal Portrush and it was looking pristine. ⛳️We were on a Game of Thrones mission to see Dunluce Castle, also known as Castle Greyjoy!
The golfing spotlight is on Northern Ireland at the moment with The 148th Open making an historic return after 68 years. Golf's oldest tournament takes place at Dunluce Links, Royal Portrush, Co. Antrim, with the world's greatest players competing for the Claret Jug. Our experts are on hand to inspire, advise and design the perfect golfing Dream Escape for your clients.
Check out this amazing video from Tourism Ireland and visit our website www.dreamescape.co.uk to see our latest golfing programmes and blog
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A fabulous and unforgettable adventure, specially designed with energetic families in mind, awaits those visiting Cornwall on a tailor made holiday designed by Dream Escape.
Stunning coastlines, sandy beaches and unique activities and experiences will be sure to keep every family member entertained.
