Jedburgh is a wonderful Scottish Border town. It’s passed through by many on their way up to Edinburgh or down to England, but it’s well worth a stop. It’s a place steeped in so much history, and so much of it is still on show to this day. I used to travel through Jedburgh so … Read more
This is your classic Scottish Highlands road trip which is suitable for people who are familiar with the country or also those who are visiting for the very first time. The 10 day Scottish Highlands Itinerary will take you through all sorts of scenery from lochs to hills to islands and all sorts in between. … Read more
There’s a new and popular driving route in Scotland called the NC500, North Coast 500, which some even say is like Scotland’s Route 66. It’s proven to be a really great destination and it’s perfect for touring with motorhomes and campers. What Scotland’s north coast does have in abundance is beautiful scenery, quiet countryside and … Read more
If you just have 5 days to explore Scotland’s highlands and North Coast 500 route then you might be wondering if a) it can be done? and b ) how to plan it to make the most of your time there. In this NC500 5 day itinerary plan I hope to be able to give … Read more
If you’re visiting Scotland and you’re looking for castles to visit nearby to Edinburgh then you’re in luck because not only are there 3 that are in the city itself there are another 3 to choose from that I have highlighted here in this guide. There are actually many more around Scotland that you could … Read more
I recently visited Edinburgh on an anniversary celebratory trip and to make it a more first class experience I really wanted a room with a view of Edinburgh castle. Honestly, it was the best thing we did and our room really made our Edinburgh break amazing. If you’re also looking for hotels overlooking Edinburgh Castle … Read more
Inverness is the largest town in the highlands of Scotland and as such is a great place to base yourself if you’re looking to explore this amazing area of the country. Here’s some of the best day trips from Inverness that you can take when you’re here – some are simple enough to get to, … Read more
Having grown up in Scotland I’d always heard of the Battle of Culloden and I also knew of the term Jacobites – it was mentioned a lot! But I didn’t really know a lot about the history there and on our travels around Scotland decided that I really needed to learn a little bit more … Read more
2021 Update – it seems that the Historic Scotland Pass has been paused right now. I assume it’s a Covid casualty and so I hope it will come back soon. I’ll leave this post here in the hopes either it comes back or a new version replaces it! We visit Scotland all the time and … Read more
Depending on the type of travel you like, visiting Scotland in winter could sound like an absolute dream or a bit of a nightmare! It’s actually our preferred time to visit though and it’s overwhelmingly our most common time to go. Here are some tips for your winter vacation in Scotland and some ideas on … Read more