Discover Scotland with Martin Kilcoyne - June 15 – 24, 2026

From its rugged sea-sprayed islands to its stately castles layered in history, Scotland awaits. Discover a land of rolling green Highlands, friendly sheepdogs, and historic castles. Join Martin Kilcoyne from 101 ESPN on this incredible Collette tour with Altair Travel & Cruises!

From its rugged sea-sprayed islands to its stately castles layered in history, Scotland awaits. Discover a land of rolling green Highlands, friendly sheepdogs, and historic castles. Join Martin Kilcoyne from 101 ESPN on this incredible Collette tour with Altair Travel & Cruises!

Rolling green hills, massive stone fortresses, and kilt-wearing bagpipers, Scotland is a destination pulled straight out of a storybook. The iconic must see’s and an adventurous list of must do’s make it possible to have an experience like none other. With unique food palates, rich history, and excellence in sports, you will never be bored. Gaze upon the undeniable beauty that serves as a backdrop to the ancient and mythical stories of old. The Scottish Highlands are a mountainous region encompassing northwest Scotland. Inverness is a city in the Scottish Highlands, and is registered as the capital of the Scottish Highlands. It sits on the banks of the River Ness. Even though it is a city, Inverness still retains a market feel to it. troll through the intriguing capital city of Scotland, replete with gorgeous vistas and captivating historical sights. The city's various historical and cultural attractions, as well as the appeal to the tourist market, makes Edinburgh the most popular tourist destination in the UK after London, attracting over 1 million overseas visitors each year. Don’t forget the Edinburgh Castle! This is a historic castle and fortress located in Edinburgh, Scotland. It sits atop Castle Rock in the city center and is an integral part of Edinburgh’s skyline. In present day the castle is a major tourist attraction for the city. It is the most visited attraction in Scotland. Off the coast of Northern Scotland, 10 miles from Duncansby Head in Caithness, lies a stunning archipelago comprised of 70 islands that are famously called the Orkney Islands. This breathtaking spot off the beaten path is waiting for your discovery. Voyage by ferry to the islands, keeping an eye out for an abundance of bird life, porpoises and seals. A local guide reveals its Viking heritage and introduces you to the wonders around you. To make the visit even more wonderful, visit Skara Brae and find the remains of a Neolithic village built at the same time as the Great Pyramid in Egypt. It’s a journey through history – a true highlight of your tour to fascinating Scotland.

Martin Kilcoyne has held the Sports Director position at Fox 2 and St. Louis 11 since 2002 after originally joining as a Sports Reporter in 1997. He’s no stranger to TMA and has worked adjacent to host Tim McKernan for two decades – he’s known for a cutting edge sense of humor and refreshing honesty about local teams. You can hear Martin Monday - Friday from 7a-10am on 101.1 ESPN. He is a 5-time Emmy Award winner, including twice as the Mid-America top Sports Anchor (2006, 2008). At FOX 2 & St. Louis 11, he’s covered the Cardinals in the World Series four times, and two Super Bowls with the Rams. The biggest event/party he says he’s ever covered was the Blues winning the 2019 Stanley Cup. Since 2007, he has provided nightly commentary with TKO: The Kilcoyne Opinion during the 10:00 pm newscast. Martin is a St. Louis native and graduated from CBC High School before going to college at Marquette University. Previous tv stops were KNAZ-TV in Flagstaff, Arizona; WJFW-TV in Rhinelander, Wisconsin; and WISC-TV in Madison, Wisconsin.

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