Travelling in Scotland inspires images of lush green cascading hills dotted with purple heather, of enormous, mysterious monsters dwelling in the depths of a loch, of ancient, mystical standing stones, and of enjoying a golden, smokey whisky among the backdrop of a stormy sea. But while these scenes are enough to entice anyone to pack Read More
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How To Spend 2 Days In Edinburgh
Living in a city allows you to experience a destination in a completely different way to travellers only visiting for a short time. That much has always been clear to me and often when travelling to a new city I evaluate it based on how liveable it appears to me. Many moons ago, I spent Read More
Scotland or Ireland: Which Country Should You Visit?
There are few countries throughout the world that inspire so much awe and splendour than Scotland or Ireland. These two Celtic nations in the British Isles both boast incredible expanses of green scenery, beautiful nature, rugged coastlines, ancient archaeological sites, and famously friendly locals. However, they are two distinct nations with cultures and traditions all Read More
The Ultimate London-Scotland-Ireland Itinerary
Travelling through the British Isles is something many people want to do in their lifetimes. And it’s no surprise as to why. England, Scotland, and Ireland not only have a fascinating history that dates back thousands of years, but is home to both bucolic natural scenery and some of the world’s most vibrant and diverse Read More
10 Tips for Planning a Trip to Scotland and Ireland
The rugged landscape and emerald green nature of Scotland and Ireland leave many travellers longing to jump on the next flight to explore these two fantastic countries. However, planning a trip to Scotland and Ireland takes a bit more preparation than simply booking a flight and packing a bag. While these two countries are, on Read More
Returning To Edinburgh: A City I Once Called Home
It’s a phenomenon that many people experience after long-term travel. After an indeterminate amount of time on the road – often what feels like a lifetime – a traveller finds himself returning home. Sometimes it might be because they’re out of money, other times because they have a wedding to attend or a job to Read More
The Perfect 10-Day Scotland Itinerary
Scotland is a destination that draws millions of tourists each year. Its beautiful landscapes, fascinating history, and incredibly friendly people attract people from all around the globe to explore this beautiful country. However, many people stick to the same, well-trodden path that only takes them around Edinburgh and the lowlands and all but a few tourists Read More
The Alternative North Coast 500 Itinerary
It was in the lobby of a hotel in the small fishing village of Bettyhill on the Northwest coast of Scotland where I first heard the term North Coast 500. We had driven to the closest town from our wild camping spot, in search of a cup of coffee and a warm breakfast after having, Read More
