If you’re just starting out and thinking about a trip to Scotland then one of the things you’ll be wondering is – how much is it going to cost? It doesn’t matter whether you need it to be an ultra budget trip or you have a little bit more spare to make it a trip … Read more
Exploring pretty and remote villages, heading out early for a hike or just driving as far north as you can are often high on the lists of people wanting to visit the Scottish Highlands. But that can be a bit tricky without your own vehicle giving you some sense of independence. I’ve driven loads around … Read more
Traveling in a different country can bring a lot of misunderstandings about the culture and etiquette of that place and no more so than around the topic of tipping! Should you tip in restaurants? What about hotels or cafes? The list can seem endless and the last thing you want to do is to offend … Read more
When planning a trip to Scotland some of the first things you need answered, as boring as they are, are around visas and what you need bring on your Scotland vacation. We all want to be dreaming of the Scottish hills and countryside, and perhaps drinking some whisky, not about standing in line at Passport … Read more
Three giant bridges tower above you as you set sail on the Firth of Forth. It’s amazing to see them from this angle, but that’s not all you can see on a boat tour on the River Forth! I adore this part of Scotland and the fact that it’s so easy to get to from … Read more
Late Spring is a hugely popular time of year to visit Scotland and May sees the country explode and welcome in lots of visitors. The change in temperature and hope that spring gives tempts so many people to make Scotland their vacation destination of choice! Scotland in May can still see a mix of weather … Read more
It’s a site that’s dominated the dreams of people waiting to visit the Scottish capital city – Edinburgh castle also dominates in real life too! Commanding the city that has grown round it, Edinburgh Castle draws tourists to it like moths to a flame. It’s rightly on many people’s bucket list when visiting the city! … Read more
Hiring a campervan in Scotland is a great way to see the country in a completely different way. There’s nothing better than waking up in some of Scotland’s most amazing scenery – hills towering above you or looking out towards where dolphins play. I love travelling Scotland and have done so in many ways (hotels, … Read more
Spring is a wonderful time of year to visit Scotland and April sees the country come alive and welcome in even more visitors. Easter seems to see the change of the country from being sleepy and closed off to being open and ready! Scotland in April still sees quite a mix of weather. It is … Read more
After a long flight, getting easily to your hotel in the city centre is a must, whether that’s in the New or Old Town – you’ve got to start your Scottish trip off on the right foot! You’ll be pleased to know that there are a number of different ways to get yourself into the … Read more