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 […]
Tag Archives: Scotland
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Oct
Oct
We visit Scotland all the time and it’s one of our most favourite places to go. I love exploring the country and even through I grew up there there is so much still to see! Over the years we’ve visited many castles and historic properties in Scotland and this past visit we decided to […]
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Oct
Oct
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 […]
There are some utterly amazing places to see in the UK but sometimes it can be so hard to decide where to go. If you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed then this list of the UNESCO sites in the UK should help to give you some ideas and inspiration especially if your interests include heritage, history […]
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Sep
Sep
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 […]
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Jul
Jul
Scotland is a land full of mystery, history and legend and if you’re visiting the country and have an interest I highly recommend a trip to see some of the many ancient sites the country has to offer. Many are a little out of the way in the outer islands like Orkney (and why some […]
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Jul
Jul
If you’re staying in Edinburgh and fancy a bit of solitude away from the crowds then I recommend a visit to Greyfriars Kirkyard. It’s located in the old town, not too far away from the Royal Mile but you wouldn’t know it since it’s so peaceful. You’ll get a stunning view of the castle too […]
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Jul
Jul
The Isle of Skye is one of the most popular highland vacation spots in Scotland and for good reason. There is a huge amount to do on this island whether the weather is being kind to you or whether you’re being treated to one of the regular downpours in the area. If you like natural […]
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Jul
Jul
If you’re at all a fan of the British Royal family, royal history in the UK, Mary, Queen of Scots, or all 3 of them, then a trip to the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a must. The palace is one of the official residences of the Queen when she’s visiting Scotland and is often called […]
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Jun
Jun
If you’re coming to the UK on vacation or planning to tour around the country you might be curious as to what the best options are for your budget. There are so many different accommodation options in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and each one will be of benefit to different kinds of travellers. […]
