When visiting a new city, choosing accommodation can be confusing. Local writer Karen Worrall shares her expertise on where to stay in Edinburgh and all the things to do in each neighborhood. Edinburgh is beautiful but doesn’t seem to know it, in that it isn’t pretentious (except perhaps some of the more fashionable bars on George Street). Reputedly one of the most haunted cities… Read More
The North Coast 500 has been billed as Scotland’s answer to America’s Route 66 but it is unlike anything you’ll see in the USA. With legendary castles, extraordinary coastal scenery, and famous whisky distilleries lining the winding single track lanes, the NC500 is the ultimate road trip for travel lovers. When planning your North Coast 500 trip be sure to give plenty of days… Read More
It may be the jumping off point for the North Coast 500 but there are many things to do in Inverness – the capital of the Scottish Highlands. We flew into Inverness to begin our 500-mile journey around the northern tip of Scotland, but before hitting the road, we spent a couple of days exploring the area. Inverness may not… Read More
I love the expressions that I get when I tell people I lived in Edinburgh, Scotland for five years. (See, you just did it.) Scotland is one of Europe’s wildest terrains. From the raging waves pounding the North Sea coastline, to the pubs and tearooms of the capital streets, Scotland has a variety of experiences beyond the stereotypical images of tartan kilts and rainclouds…. Read More
