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
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
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
