We recently wrote about the quintessential sea coast town of Ullapool, Scotland, and how idyllic it is for lovers of romantic fishing towns, delicious eateries, and jaw-dropping hiking trails. We also spoke of how Ullapool is the ultimate pitstop for those embarking on an epic road trip of the North Coast 500 route. So for…
Glencoe is one of the most magical, mystical, and seriously spectacular areas in The Highlands – and indeed, all of Scotland. As an area rife with Gaelic mysticism, romantic backdrops, misty-topped mountains – and not to mention – an epic and bloody battle many moons ago, Glencoe (sometimes spelled ‘Glen Coe’) is the ultimate place…
When you think of Scotland, waterfalls may not be the first thing that springs to mind. As a country that is fiercely proud of its culture, this northern part of the UK is perhaps most associated with kilts, shortbread, whisky, tartan, and the Loch Ness Monster. But as for nature’s bounty, Scotland more than provides…
Lovers of both architecture and the show Outlander alike often find themselves drawn to the magnificent and grandiose Hopetoun House just outside Edinburgh, Scotland. Like many of the country’s iconic buildings, Hopetoun House has a rich and vast history and a strong connection to the aristocracy- and it is well worth a visit! We look…
In Scotland, no two lochs are the same! We mean, there’s Loch Ness, for example, which supposedly is home to an ancient water beast. There’s Loch Lomond, which is renowned for its breathtaking scenery, and then there’s the small but mighty Loch Lubnaig, which is loved for its open-water swimming compatibility (among other things!). Loch…
Of all the islands Scotland has to offer, Skye is particularly magical. Not only is it home to all the natural wonders that outdoorsy folk love (beaches, mountains, forests, oh my!), but it is also rife with mystical Gaelic mythology that will enchant even the most sceptical of souls. Because of Scotland’s leniency on wild…
Scotland is home to many a gothic, enchanting castle – all of which hold their own sordid stories of royal endeavours, military plots, and murder most foul! One of our favourites – a true sight to behold – is Keiss Castle in Caithness, nestled just about as far as you can go in Scotland before…
Camping can be a fun, inexpensive way to take some time out of the hustle and bustle of modern life to enjoy nature and the simplicity of going back to basics – and Scotland boasts some seriously gorgeous camping spots. But with traditional camping comes impracticalities, including being at the complete mercy of the weather,…