This page is intended to give you an overview about the author of this blog as well as some quick background about the blog itself.
About the Author, Armin Grewe
I’m Armin Grewe, the blogger writing this blog. I was born and grew up in Germany before moving to the UK in 1995, where apart from a short interruption from 1998-2000 I’ve lived ever since. I work in the IT industry, probably part of the reason I got involved in the web, building website and ultimately blogging. For the time being I live in southern England, currently in Aldermaston Wharf in West Berkshire.
In late July 1998 I booked a holiday for a week in Scotland. I can’t remember exactly why and how I picked Islay as one of the places to visit, it might have been a report in The Independent and an awakening interest in Single Malt Whisky. Whatever the reason was, on a rainy morning in August 1998 I arrived on Islay for the first time.
I have returned to Islay again and again ever since.
At least once a year, the last few years two or even three times a year, I’ve returned to Islay for yet another visit. Discovering new places, meeting new people, revisiting well-known places, meeting old friends, making new experiences, deepening my knowledge, you name it.
In 1999 I started my first website under www.armin-grewe.com (which is still going strong), information about Islay and travelogues from my visits to Scotland including to Islay are a large part of its content. In 2006 I added a blog about Islay to my collection, not surprisingly it could first be found at www.islayblog.com and now new.islayblog.com. December 2008 saw the addition of a daily Islay Pictures photoblog.
You can find more about and from me on my Armin Grewe Google profile and on my personal website.
About the blog, IslayBlog.com
As it says in the sidebar, this is a blog about the Isle of Islay, an island in the Inner Hebrides off the west coast of Scotland. That’s probably pretty obvious by now.
I will blog about anything Islay related I can think of: pictures, news, links, whisky, bird watching, wildlife, you name it. My goal is to entertain and inform my readers, give them something to enjoy about Islay every day. It’s not necessarily always up to date, it’s not a news channel, but I will try give quick updates or at least links about big events.
A large part of the content I find or even create myself, but at the same time I’m grateful about contributions from all kinds of other people. Some send me information, pictures or links, some post them online themselves and I just link to it.
One point I feel important to point out is that it is a personal blog. I don’t speak for Islay (not that anyone could anyway, there are many different opinions), the opinions expressed here are unless otherwise indicated my own. I wouldn’t want to create the impression this is an official blog for Islay (There isn’t one).
An important part of blogs are the comments, there is a section for readers comments under each entry. I hope that my readers will contribute their views and updates if they feel it is appropriate. In particular if I’m wrong and provide incorrect information I appreciate if anyone with better/correct information lets me and the other readers know about it.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
I’m photoing the blue hour at the lighthouse and the bagpipes start singing through the air from the village. Welcome to Islay! @islayblog
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Photos from today’s Kilchoman excursion are now on my Flickr: flickr.com/photos/dfscotl…@islayblog
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
@islayblog you’d have loved it here tonight on islay. Hope I’m not making you too jealous!
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Only a meagre pollock to show for this evening’s efforts. Hopefully I’ll get a better haul when I return to Islay!! @islayblog
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
So true
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Islay Book Festival mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
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Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Thanks for another fantabulous holiday @islayblog and @CalMacFerries 12mths is too long until next time 😢 long drive home now 😢😢
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
There are now nearly 150 images in my ‘Islay’ Flickr album after a glorious summer: flickr.com/photos/1500517…@islayblog
Katie Anderson mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
CCRI mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
CCRI mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Andy Purslow mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
this is the islay waves picture i was trying and failing to post @islayblog
Whisky and Tartan mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
@islayblog your namesake.
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Argyll and the Isles mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
CCRI mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Another beautiful photo from Armin @islayblog.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
After a fantastic drive drive to Portnahaven alongside a moonlit loch Indall and spotting deer, today is a tad blustery @islayblog
En route from Colonsay to @isleofislay @islayblog Tizzy our new rescue dog takes it all in
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
What a difference a day makes, a sunny Portnahaven @isleofislay @islayblog this morning
increasingly conflicted by @islayblog – love morning pics of stunning island but resent not being there!
A great new blog from @islayblog on the upcoming Islay Sessions.
Watch this space for more info to come.
*17 – 19 NOV*
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Ah, peer pressure! 😁
Donald Feist mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Signing Sands @islayblog @isleofislay on a breezy morning.
Gary Kaye mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
@islayblog thanks for following we are looking for blogger / writers in Argyll and the Isles to write about Heritage / Arts / Culture in their area if your interested!
Kenny MacKenzie mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
The @islayblog has a range of great stories…including an opportunity to re-settle on Islay new.islayblog.com
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Glenegedale House mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
That’s fantasic Armin! Look forward to seeing them – they’ll give us warm memories throughout the year!
Argyll and the Isles mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Check out another great blog from @islayblog with a video of the first late night session in the Port Charlotte Hotel
Thanks Armin!
A couple of quick phone snaps this morning of fog over the paps and the burning skies. Great to be home on Islay! @HolidayonIslay @islayblog
DF Scotland mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Good morning from Port Charlotte with a few quick snaps of the dawning of a new day from Port Charlotte pier! @islayblog @HolidayonIslay
Good morning from Port Charlotte with a few quick snaps of the dawning of a new day from Port Charlotte pier! @islayblog @HolidayonIslay
Merry Xmas to #Islay @islayblog
Yet another stunning walk along Machir Bay, Kilchoman today! @HolidayonIslay @islayblog
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Susan Laidlaw mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Karen Wood mentioned (New) IslayBlog.com, a blog about the Isle of Islay, Scotland on twitter.com.
Pepperoni! 😍
📸-@islayblog#Islay #Pizza
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