The castle grounds. Mikhaila Friel/Insider It was built in 1103 by King David the 1st, according to The Travel. The publication added that the king built the castle on a hilltop named Castle Rock that was formed from the remains of an extinct volcano, which erupted millions of years [email protected] (Mikhaila Friel) Posted: October 19, 2023 | Last updated: October 19, 2023 I spent a weekend exploring Barra, a remote island in western Scotland.Mikhaila Friel/Insider. Both Brenda and a woman who is a resident of the RLD told me that there is a high police presence in the neighborhood. While I didn't see many police officers myself, I did notice several signs in the area, which warned people that they would be fined for certain behaviors such as urinating into the canals or drinking on ...On Monday, Insider's Mikhaila Friel previously reported that the role was designed to replace ladies-in-waiting, a nonsalaried, honorary role given to aristocratic women who act as personal assistants to members of the royal family.Meghan Markle may have sent a message by combining elements of royal and California style for her Oprah interview. The Duchess of Sussex speaks with Oprah. Meghan Markle mixed elements of royal and California style for her sit-down with Oprah. She kept makeup simple and had her hair in an updo, a possible nod to her relaxed California style.Senior Lifestyle Reporter, Insider Glasgow United Kingdom As seen in: Business Insider, Insider, MSN (US), MSN Australia, MSN Canada, MSN South Africa, MSN UK, Yahoo Entertainment, Business Insider Africa, Business Insider Nordic, MSN India, The Sun and more Senior Lifestyle Reporter at @thisisinsider, covering travel, royals, style.Dec 25, 2022 · Mikhaila Friel's first royal event of the year was Kate Middleton and Prince William's engagement at a university in her hometown in Scotland. Prince William and Kate Middleton at the University ... Details of the Charles' affair with Camilla Parker-Bowles, now the Duchess of Cornwall, were leaked to the press in 1992, after which he and Diana carried out their public appearances separately, as Insider's Mikhaila Friel previously reported.Mikhaila Friel/Insider. As Insider previously reported, traveling during the off-season has its downsides. Local businesses and restaurants may be temporarily closed, and the weather will likely be less than desirable. But luckily for us, we found a sweet spot to travel right before any of these things happened.Earlshall Castle, a 53-acre stately home in Scotland that has links to royalty, is on the market. Earlshall Castle in Scotland. The castle, which is six miles from St. Andrews and 55 miles from Edinburgh, dates back to the 16th century. It was thought to be first occupied by relatives of Robert the Bruce, former King of Scotland, according to a ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I studied abroad in the US in 2016 and spent four months living in Pennsylvania. I made many mistakes, like wasting time on tourist activities instead of lesser-known attractions. But I also did things to make the move more worthwhile, such as opting to live in a small town. Advertisement.Mikhaila Friel/Insider The stationery included Wendy and Peter's full names and their suite number. The personalized stationery is a perk that I would have enjoyed, but it wasn't offered to guests ...5 things that surprised me when I visited Amsterdam's Red Light District for the first time. Mikhaila Friel. Mikhaila at Amsterdam's Red Light District. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. Back in October, I visited Amsterdam's Red Light District for the first time. While there, I interviewed a resident of the area and a sex worker, and toured the area.Insider's Mikhaila Friel visited Luxembourg, the world's wealthiest country, where she got to stay at five-star and luxury hotels.King Charles is selling 14 of Queen Elizabeth's horses, report says. King Charles is photographed viewing a Clydesdale horse at Lanark Auction Market on September 7, 2022. King Charles is reportedly selling 14 of the Queen's racehorses at auction. They're being sold at the Tattersalls Autumn Horses in Training Sale, the largest sale of its kind.Mikhaila Friel/Insider. After adding the chocolate and ginger, it took just 45 minutes in a pre-heated oven at 175 degrees Celsius (347 degrees Fahrenheit). The color and texture was completely different to the Queen's banana bread — and I couldn't wait to try it and compare the two. Advertisement.Here are 5 things that surprised me when I visited a tattoo parlor for the first time. Mikhaila Friel. Mikhaila Friel at Bright and Bold, a tattoo parlor in Glasgow, Scotland. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I visited a tattoo parlor close to where I live in Glasgow, Scotland. As someone who has never been inked, it was an eye-opening experience.Karl Larsen said he wanted to show the real Thomas Markle — but that he had to cut out some things he said. Larsen said they created the YouTube channel to allow people to see the real Thomas. "The Thomas I know is sort of that dry sense of humored guy, that sort of comes out on our YouTube channel, even though we seem awkward together ...Mikhaila Friel stayed overnight at Le Royal, a five-star hotel in Luxembourg City. Mikhaila Friel/Insider Since Luxembourg is known for its wealth, I was eager to stay at one of the country's five-star hotels in order to get a glimpse of the luxury lifestyle.Mikhaila Friel traveling on a snowy day from Luxembourg to Belgium via train. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. On March 8, I traveled from Clervaux, Luxembourg, to Brussels, Belgium. The journey, which was operated by Belgian rail company SNCB, required one transfer at Liėge-Guillemins, Belgium, and took approximately three hours in total.Mikhaila Friel. 2020-03-25T10:56:10Z A bookmark. The letter F. An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. An curved arrow pointing right. The letter F. Facebook. An envelope. It indicates the ability to send an email. Email. A stylized bird with an open mouth, tweeting. ...Mikhaila is pictured getting a permanent bracelet in Glasgow, Scotland. I got a $235 rose-gold permanent bracelet which has a a special nod to my late grandfathers. I decided to get the bracelet welded on after years of contemplating a tattoo. This is a fun, risk-free alternative for those who are too indecisive to get inked.Apr 1, 2023 · Mikhaila Friel/Insider On March 8, I traveled from Clervaux, Luxembourg, to Brussels, Belgium. The journey, which was operated by Belgian rail company SNCB , required one transfer at Liėge-Guillemins, Belgium, and took approximately three hours in total. However, Prince Charles and Camilla were in Jordan for an official royal visit in November, a trip that had previously been scheduled for March 2020, Town and Country reported. The photo shows the family posing at an undisclosed location in color-coordinated outfits. Prince William, Kate Middleton, and George wore matching olive-green clothes …Earlshall Castle, a 53-acre stately home in Scotland that has links to royalty, is on the market. Earlshall Castle in Scotland. The castle, which is six miles from St. Andrews and 55 miles from Edinburgh, dates back to the 16th century. It was thought to be first occupied by relatives of Robert the Bruce, former King of Scotland, according to a ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider The average student in the US spends a total of $36,436 per year on tuition, books, supplies, an living expenses, according to research conducted by the Education Data ... Mikhaila Friel wearing a raincoat during a visit to the Isle of Skye in the summer of 2018. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. A friend who lives in Texas came to visit me in Glasgow in June. His biggest regret was not packing a rain jacket, and he had to buy one near the end of the trip due to some heavy rainfall we experienced.Mikhaila Friel. Mikhaila Friel is a senior lifestyle reporter at Insider, where she specializes in a variety of beats including travel, royals, style, and personal essays. Mikhaila Friel/Insider, Google Maps The store was new to town and only opened two weeks before my visit, a sales assistant working there told me after I arrived. He said that while most of the products are shipped from the US, they have items from other regions, including Canada and Europe.At 74, King Charles appears to be the picture of health. Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images. King Charles III is the oldest person to become king in the history of the British monarchy. He's said to stay fit by walking and doing the same 11-minute exercise twice a day. The king has said he eats a heavily plant-focused diet, and it's been reported ...Mikhaila Friel is photographed at her graduation from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland, in 2018. Mikhaila Friel/Insider I studied English, Journalism, and Creative Writing at the ...Mikhaila Friel is a senior lifestyle reporter at Insider, where she specializes in a variety of beats including travel, royals, style, and personal essays.Insider's Mikhaila Friel previously reported that even though public support for Camilla had increased, Queen Elizabeth made her endorsement to encourage and support her daughter-in-law and reduce ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider. There was a hoax bomb threat in Brussels, Belgium, when I visited for the first time in March. Even though I was safe, the situation made me more anxious than I had anticipated. It's completely changed my approach to solo city travel. Insider recommends waking up with Morning Brew, a daily newsletter.We spent $800 to explore a remote Scottish island that was nearly empty, and it was worth every penny to avoid other tourists. Mikhaila Friel. The author is pictured exploring the Isle of Barra in Scotland. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. My partner and I visited Barra, a remote island in Scotland with beautiful beaches.Mikhaila Friel/Insider When visiting Grant and her colleague, Joanna, at the studio, I was given the opportunity to get a £35, or around $42, rose-gold welded bracelet.Insider's Mikhaila Friel visited The Goring, the London hotel where Kate Middleton stayed the night before her wedding.The Real Mary King's Close is a network of underground streets below the Royal Mile that is said to be haunted. The entrance to The Real Mary King's close can be found below the gift shop, which is adjacent to the city chambers building (pictured). Mikhaila Friel/Insider. The ancient site was used to house residents in the 17th century, and it ...Mikhaila Friel after her graduation ceremony at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow in 2018.Mikhaila Friel/Insider Business Insider USA. ADVERTISEMENT. I went on to study English, journalism, and creative writing at a local university for free in 2014. It took me a while to make friends, but when I did the feeling was liberating.Sep 12, 2022 · Mikhaila Friel/Insider This is part of the reason why the Queen loved it, according to Alicia Healey, a former royal employee. Healey told The Spectator that Balmoral offered an "escape from the royal bubble." Mikhaila Friel photographed in Brussels, Belgium. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. There was a hoax bomb threat in Brussels, Belgium, when I visited for the first time in March. Even though I was safe, the situation made me more anxious than I had anticipated. It's completely changed my approach to solo city travel.Insider's Glasgow-based reporters have lived in Scotland for most of their lives. Mikhaila Friel, left, and Priya Raj, right, were both born and raised in Scotland. Mikhaila Friel was born in Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland. She has spent short periods living in the US and London, but in 2020 she returned to Glasgow and now lives in an ...Mikhaila Friel is a senior lifestyle reporter at Insider, where she specializes in a variety of beats including travel, royals, style, and personal essays. Mikhaila enjoys writing visual features about her adventures at home in …Mikhaila Friel/Insider Although I'd likely struggle to live on a small island without much social interaction, I found it highly enjoyable for the purposes of this trip. I left feeling rested with my social battery having been recharged. We explored the island without other ...Mikhaila Friel, Insider This was a lovely activity that helped to break up my day and was a nice change from a phone call or video message. It's definitely something I'll keep doing throughout lockdown — and one day when this is over, I'll be able to look back and remember this crazy time with the letters I received in return. ...Mikhaila Friel is pictured at Barra Airport in Scotland. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I was one of 13 passengers on a flight to the Isle of Barra in Scotland. The plane was cramped with a lack of storage space and no toilet. It ended up being the best flight of my life thanks to the incredible scenery and beach landing.The royal family took their annual walk to St Mary's Magdalene Church in Sandringham on Christmas Day.; This year's festivities brought great change, with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry missing the celebrations for the first time as they spent the holiday in Canada.; However, there were also some new additions, as Prince George and Princess Charlotte took part in their first church outing and ...Insider's Mikhaila Friel says her $235 permanent bracelet from Astrid & Miyu was a fun, painless alternative to getting inked.Insider's Mikhaila Friel was impressed with the freebies that came with her hotel room and the gorgeous scenery. In April, Insider's Mikhaila Friel spent one night at the real "White Lotus" hotel in Sicily where season two of the hit show was filmed. [The entrance of San Domenico Palace.Insider's Mikhaila Friel made "granny cake," a recipe that has been passed down to different grandmothers in her family for more than 50 years. INSIDER My grandmother taught me how to make 'granny cake,' which has been a family favorite for more than 50 years and is the easiest recipe I've ever followedThe author is pictured wearing protective glasses at B51 Boutique in Glasgow.Mikhaila Friel/Insider Business Insider USA. When visiting Grant and her colleague, Joanna, at the studio, I was given the opportunity to get a 35, or around $42, rose-gold welded bracelet. I was offered a pair of protective glasses, which Grant says all studios should ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider The Royal Themed Queen Room had a double bed, a desk, two side tables, a circular table with an armchair, and a TV. It also had beautiful decor, including a painting of ...Mikhaila Friel is pictured at Barra Airport in Scotland. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I was one of 13 passengers on a flight to the Isle of Barra in Scotland. The plane was cramped with a lack of storage space and no toilet. It ended up being the best flight of my life thanks to the incredible scenery and beach landing.Mikhaila Friel during a visit to Inveraray in Scotland in 2017. Mikhaila Friel/Insider I was born in Scotland and currently live in Glasgow, the country's largest city, but I've also spent short ...Mikhaila Friel. October 21, 2023 11:28 AM Cooking legend Mary Berry has been making the "remarkably easy" apple and almond cake for years using leftovers from the fruit bowl. The author made Mary Berry's apple cake.Mikhaila Friel/Insider, MelMedia/GC Images/Getty Images. I made cooking legend Mary Berry's apple dessert cake which she's been ...My partner and I recently spent an evening on Easdale, a tiny island in Scotland with 60 residents. Mikhaila Friel pictured on the ferry to Easdale Island. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. Easdale is the smallest permanently inhabited island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland, according to its website . The car-free island is located on Scotland's west ...Princess Anne said she was with Queen Elizabeth II during the last 24 hours of her life. In a touching tribute shared with Insider, Princess Anne spoke about her mother and said it was an "honour and a privilege to accompany her on her final journeys." "Witnessing the love and respect shown by so many on these journeys has been both humbling ...Chris Jackson/Getty Images. One royal perk is that members of the king's family do not have to take part in jury duty. In normal instances in the United Kingdom, evading jury duty results in a fine of up to £1,000, or around $1,200. However, for the king and members of his immediate family, jury duty is not required, The Guardian reported.A permanent jewelry artist shares the 3 biggest mistakes people make when getting welded bracelets. Mikhaila Friel. The author is photographed getting a welded bracelet, left, and a permanent jewelry artist's permanent bracelets are photographed, right. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. Permanent jewelry can be welded onto the body without a clasp so ...Mikhaila Friel Editor's Pick Its First Year, This Startup Struggled to Get 75 Clients. Five Years Later, They Have 18,000. Here's How They Did It. I Sold My House to Work Remotely on a Cruise Ship ...I visited Balmoral, where Queen Elizabeth spent her final days, after her death. I can see why she cherished this castle as a 'royal escape.'. Mikhaila Friel visited Balmoral Castle to pay her respects to the late Queen Elizabeth. I joined the crowds of mourners at Balmoral Castle on Friday following the Queen's death.Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I studied abroad in the US in 2016 and spent four months living in Pennsylvania. I made many mistakes, like wasting time on tourist activities instead of lesser-known attractions. But I also did things to make the move more worthwhile, such as opting to live in a small town. Advertisement.We've spent 24 cumulative days on cruise ships, and these disappointing photos show what cruising is really like now. Monica Humphries , Joey Hadden , Mikhaila Friel, and Amanda Krause. You might expect to see stunning views from your cruise, but Insider's reporters often battled crowds to see the sights.Mikhaila Friel/Insider. When visiting Grant and her colleague, Joanna, at the studio, I was given the opportunity to get a £35, or around $42, rose-gold welded …On February 27 at 1 p.m. ET, join Princess Keisha Omilana of Nigeria and Princess Sarah Culberson of Sierra Leone in a conversation about royal representation moderated by Insider's Senior Lifestyle Reporter Mikhaila Friel. Listen in as they share their experiences using royal titles, their thoughts on the British monarchy, and how they feel ...Embark on a historic journey through Southeast Asia's UNESCO World Heritage Sites with this immersive storyboard. From the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor in Cambodia to the atmospheric city of Hoi An Vietnam, and the majestic landscapes of Halong Bay. Visit UNESCO treasures to discover the diverse tapestry of Southeast Asia's cultural heritage."She's putting herself out there as a duchess but I've never seen a duchess behave this way, doing stupid stunts," he added. During the interview, Markle recalled the car she used to get to her acting auditions, a Ford Explorer, and said she had to climb in through the trunk because the key had stopped working on the driver's car door.May 30, 2023 · Mikhaila Friel/Insider Back in April, I spent one night at San Domenico Palace, a Four Seasons Hotel , where season two of "The White Lotus" was filmed in Taormina, Sicily. I stayed in a sea-view room with a terrace , which cost $2,248, or around €2,047, for one night and the price included breakfast. Prince Philip, the husband to Queen Elizabeth II who became the longest-serving British consort in history, has died at the age of 99.. Buckingham Palace announced on Friday that the Duke of Edinburgh died earlier in the morning. "It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh," the palace ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider The stationery included Wendy and Peter's full names and their suite number. The personalized stationery is a perk that I would have enjoyed, but it wasn't offered to guests who had inside staterooms on my voyage.Mikhaila Friel/Insider I traveled alone for the first time on Cunard's Queen Elizabeth cruise ship in October. I met two passengers in their 70s who became my self-proclaimed "surrogate grandmothers."Prince Charles and Prince Harry attend the "Our Planet" premiere in 2019. Samir Hussein/WireImage. Prince Harry's memoir, "Spare," was published on Tuesday. Harry wrote about his complicated relationship with King Charles III in the book. He shared anecdotes about the king, including that he would do headstands every day.Mikhaila Friel attended college football games while at Millersville. Mikhaila Friel/Insider I've never been a sports fan, but I knew it was a big part of US college culture from the movies and TV ...0 Followers, 790 Following, 18 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Mikhaila Friel (@mikhailafriel)Mikhaila Friel/Insider I stayed at 'The White Lotus' hotel in Sicily where the hit series was filmed. Take a look inside my 366-square-foot suite, which cost $2,248 per night.I'm a city girl who dreamed of living on a remote Scottish island. 2 things changed my mind after I finally visited one. Mikhaila Friel. The author is pictured on the Isle of Barra, Scotland. Mikhaila Friel/Insider. I spent a weekend exploring Barra, a remote island in western Scotland. I fantasized about island life and expected a slower pace ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider. When we arrived back at the airport, the other 13 passengers due to travel on our flight had arrived and were sitting in the waiting area. …Ngozi Fulani told Insider that she felt "violated" by the Buckingham Palace aide who asked — what Prince William's spokesperson called — racist questions about her nationality at a royal event on Tuesday.. Fulani is the CEO and founder of Sistah Space, a London-based charity that aims to support domestic abuse survivors of African and Caribbean heritage.Moderator: Mikhaila Friel, senior lifestyle reporter at Insider; Read more about Yeshi Kassa and Constance Marks here: Yeshi Kassa, the great-granddaughter of Ethiopia's last emperor, said the late Queen Elizabeth privately supported her new documentary about the horrors her family faced in prison and exileMikhaila Friel/Insider The hall was used to host grand banquets and state dinners, and today it is used primarily to display military weapons. The British royal family currently don't use Edinburgh Castle to host state dinners and instead use the Queen's official residence in Scotland, Holyrood Palace , located at the opposite side of the Royal ...Mikhaila Friel/Insider. Godiva chocolate has a special connection to the Belgian royals. In 1968, it was given a Royal Warrant, making it the official chocolatier to the Royal Court of Belgium, according to its website. I got to enjoy one of the royal family's favorite pastimes, afternoon tea.Mikhaila Friel attended college football games while at Millersville. Mikhaila Friel/Insider I've never been a sports fan, but I knew it was a big part of US college culture from the movies and TV ...Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images. Kate Middleton first wore the dress at a reception held at the National Monument in Islamabad with Prince William, Insider previously reported. The dress was custom-made for the duchess, according to Hello! Magazine, and appeared to be designed with a nod to Pakistan in mind as green is the country's national color.The Times also reported that Jason Knauf, Markle and Prince , The outfit was created as "an homage to the non-binary flag and celebrat, Mikhaila Friel/Insider The second season of " The White Lotus " opens with guests arriving a, Mikhaila Friel/Insider When visiting Grant and her colleague, Joanna, at the studio, I was given the opp, Mikhaila Friel/Insider At the university store, Millersville's logo was plastered on everything, from ho, [email protected] (Mikhaila Friel) Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were captured on the bi, Mikhaila Friel. January 20, 2023 3:07 PM The word "ned" is often used as an , Mikhaila Friel/Insider] The bathroom had marble walls and a si, Insider's senior lifestyle reporter Mikhaila Friel has tr, Mikhaila Friel/Insider In October, I was a passenger on Cunard', Meghan Markle may have sent a message by combining elements o, Mikhaila Friel, Insider, December 2, 2020 Norway's Princess Märth, Mikhaila Friel/Insider Redeem now Food currently considered &quo, Insider's Mikhaila Friel says her $235 permanent br, Mikhaila Friel/Insider In April, I visited Sicily, Ital, In Girl Reimagined, debut poet Mikhaila Friel takes u, I moved from my home in the UK to the US for 4 months. Here', Kristin Chenoweth and Josh Bryant tied the knot on Saturday. C.