Are you ready for the wild and untamed heart of Scotland? Where majestic creatures roam the rugged landscapes and awe-inspiring encounters with nature await at every turn! If you’re a wildlife enthusiast seeking amazing spotting opportunities, you’ve come to the right place! Scotland is a great place for animal lovers, boasting a rich tapestry of … Read more
When planning a trip to Scotland you’ll want to make sure your mobile phone is all set up to see you through your time there. But will you need a new one before you get there and if so, which is best? This article will help you go through the options for traveling through Scotland … Read more
Early summer is one of the most popular times of year to visit Scotland and June sees the country welcome in lots of visitors, especially from overseas. The warmer weather and relatively quiet locations rightly tempt so many to make Scotland their summer vacation destination! Scotland in June is getting warmer but with it being … Read more
Visiting the Highland Games in Scotland is a bucket list item for many heading to the country on vacation. They are a culture filled day out where you can see traditional Scottish sports in action as well as bag pipe playing, highland dancing and food eating! We visited our first Highland Games only a few … Read more
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