Having lived in Edinburgh all my life, it is no wonder that I think the city is incredible. With its massive amount of history, great nightlife, and epic places to see, you can easily get overwhelmed with all the things to do in Edinburgh. It is not only a great place to visit but to live as well. In fact,… Read More
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Dunrobin Castle: A Fantasy-Like Castle in Northern Scotland
Are you thinking of driving the North Coast 500? Make sure to add Dunrobin Castle to your itinerary. The Scottish Highlands are home to arguably one of the most dramatic coastlines in the world, not to mention rich history, epic battles, and storied architecture. Driving through the region, you feel like you’re a world away from the frenzied, urban energy of Edinburgh, and wonderfully so—quaint… Read More
3 Days in Edinburgh – The Complete Edinburgh Itinerary
Is 3 days in Edinburgh enough? This is something we are often asked. So we put the question to our local expert Karen Worrall, who shares her perfect three day Edinburgh itinerary. I’ve traveled the world and lived in several countries, but have chosen to return to Scotland to make it my base as it has so much to offer. I love… Read More
Dunnet Head, Scotland: Panoramic Views, WWII Bunkers, and a Lighthouse
Perhaps one of the pinnacles of Scotland’s wild, untamed landscape lies in the far north of the highlands. Dunnet Head is a located along Scotland’s North Coast 500, set against dramatic and sweeping cliffs of the Atlantic Ocean. No trip to the Scottish Highlands would be complete without stopping at Dunnet Head, a gorgeous peninsula with no shortage of wildlife, and a lighthouse!… Read More
Clava Cairns, Scotland: Stone Circles and a Mysterious Portal into the Past
Only six miles east of Inverness and 1.5 Miles (2.4km) away from Culloden Battlefield lies a site that is both beautiful and mysterious. Clava Cairns is a significant collection of standings stones and stone circles that was once used as a gravesite in Scotland. To this day their origin and history remain to be fully understood. Clava Cairns, Scotland’s Mysterious… Read More
Culloden Battlefield, Scotland: A Tribute to an Epic Battle
For those interested in experiencing a slight deviation from Scotland’s brilliant scenery, a trip to the site of the Culloden Battlefield is highly suggested. Culloden was the site of the last battle to be fought on British soil. The history-steeped Culloden Battlefield is a somber site that overlooks the city of Inverness in the Scottish Highlands. It’s in many ways an emotional,… Read More