| Situated on the West coast of Scotland, Ayrshire, | | | | panoramas over the firth of Clyde. Sailing is also |
| is one of Scotland's most scenic and beautiful | | | | big in Ayrshire with sheltered, deep waters and |
| destinations. It is a historic part of the country - | | | | the picturesque settings of the coast with many |
| steeped in romantic laments from Ayrshire's | | | | harbours, ports and marinas making this an ideal |
| famous bard, "Rabbie Burns" and the inspiration | | | | area in which to enjoy the best that sailing can |
| for Scotland's most famous King - Robert the | | | | offer. Ayrshire also hosts Scotland's first National |
| Bruce - to try, try again. | | | | Sailing Academy where you can take part in |
| Ayrshire has many ancient castles including the | | | | sail-boarding, windsurfing, diving, dinghy sailing and |
| famous Culzean Castle that has stories and | | | | powerboat handling. |
| myths encased within its majestic walls. Other | | | | If it's shopping your after then Ayrshire is also a |
| visitor centres in Ayrshire include the Vikingar | | | | hub for great shopping centres in Ayr, Kilmarnock |
| Centre in Largs, Burns Musuem in Alloway and the | | | | and Irvine. There are also the more traditional |
| Scottish Maritime Museum in Irvine. | | | | market-towns peppered throughout the county. |
| Golf is an integral part of Ayrshire and the county | | | | Eating out in Ayrshire is also a highly enjoyable |
| boasts 3 major world class courses within its | | | | experience if your looking for a top class meal in |
| boundaries: Royal Troon, Turnberry and Prestwick. | | | | romantic surroundings? Go to Dalry. Fresh |
| With over 40 outstanding municipal courses | | | | Oysters? Go to Troon. |
| spread throughout the area there is enough to | | | | Bundle all of the above together along with Horse |
| help keep those golf enthusiasts among you more | | | | Racing at Ayr Racecourse; the magnificent 1,000 |
| than happy. | | | | acre Eglinton Country Park and 12th Century |
| If the sea life is more your thing then Ayrshire | | | | Abbey in Kilwinning; an abundance of nature trails |
| has some of the most dramatic coastline to be | | | | and delightful strolls and you can see why |
| seen anywhere in the world with stunning | | | | Ayrshire is a popular tourist attraction. |