Edinburgh draws you in with it’s beautiful streets that make you want to just wander all day. It’s no wonder that it’s such a popular city break destination! It’s always full of so many vibrant people enjoying the festivals, street performers or just exploring many musuems. If you’re thinking it’s time for you to join … Read more
Spring begins to rear its head in March and Scotland enjoys the lengthening days, (slightly) warming temperatures and pretty flowers coming out in the grounds of many of the stately homes and parks. Scotland in March still quite a mix of temperatures. We want it to be warmer and we’re willing it on but it’s … Read more
Compared to other cities in the UK, and mostly I mean south of the border in England, Edinburgh is actually quite small. So that means it’s really easy to get around and see all that there is to see. If you love leisurely exploring, wandering round old streets and finding hidden gems everywhere, you’ll love … Read more
Walking the cobbled streets of Edinburgh and catching that first glimpse of Edinburgh Castle is a dream. Some people imagine that sight with a warm hat and coat on and others with the sun beaming down and warming them. Of course, this being Scotland, those scenarios could happen in any season! I’ve visited Edinburgh as … Read more
Can you imagine having a romantic meal in London, perhaps then seeing a show and then whisking away your partner to another part of the UK on a gorgeous overnight train? Swoon! I love train travel in the UK and find the slow, meandering pace romantic in its own right. But overnight trains are something … Read more
I find it hard to put in words sometimes how amazing it was to see dolphins quite so close up as I did in Scotland once. I knew they were there, I knew you could see them close, but I still expected them to be a dot in the sea! I didn’t imagine I’d be … Read more
Can you think of a better contrast than the bright lights of London’s city centre and the remote countryside of Scotland? It’s amazing to think that these two different landscapes exist and can be so easily combined. I’ve explored London and Scotland countless times over the past 20+ years and have used my experience with … Read more
When packing your luggage for your Scotland trip you’ll no doubt have a host of electrical items with you – who doesn’t these days! If you’re coming from overseas you might have some questions about travel adapters for Scotland, whether you need them and if they are the same for the rest of Europe. For … Read more
With so many people choosing to travel north when in Scotland to the, admittedly wonderful, Highlands, can I tempt you in to staying in the south? Think rolling hills, pretty towns, amazing history and a coastline that’s just as pretty as the west. Oh, and no midges either! I guess, since you’re reading this that … Read more
Muddy footpaths still bring you to amazing views and if you’re planning to visit Scotland for the views and landscapes this is especially true. After months of rain and snow February is going to definitely bring you some muddy footpaths if you come to visit! Scotland in February is more than just lots of muddy … Read more