There’s something special about beginning a trip with a ferry journey, it always feels like more of an adventure. It’s something I do often, but still get that twinge of excitement and to make things better, I was heading to an island I’d never visited before, spending a day on Read more…
There’s no doubt that Dunnottar Castle is one of the best loved castles in Scotland and for good reason. Perched on a rocky peninsula, surrounded by the crashing waves of the North Sea, it’s the epitome of a clifftop castle. There’s a whole complex of buildings here rather than just Read more…
Nestled along a beautiful stretch of coastline, there are few places in Scotland more picturesque than the East Neuk of Fife. Having grown up just a short distance away, this is where my family would head to the seaside and I still regularly make the 15 minute journey for a Read more…
If you’re looking for a truly unique experience in Scotland, I’d recommend that you fly to Barra! The tiny airport there is the only one in the world with a beach runway. Even if the novelty of landing on the sand doesn’t interest you, the views of the islands from Read more…
The west coast of Scotland is blessed with dozens of incredible islands, but one that doesn’t get nearly enough attention is the Isle of Kerrera. It’s easy to reach and even though thousands gaze out to it from Oban every year, most have no idea it’s there! I’ll admit that Read more…
There aren’t many places I enjoy visiting more than the Isle of Arran. It might be a small island, but there’s so much to keep you busy here that it can be hard to know where to start. Thankfully, my ultimate guide for the best things to do in Arran Read more…
Have you ever heard of Scotland’s Sma’ Glen? It’s an amazing wee place, just a few miles long, connecting the Lowlands with the Scottish Highlands. One an important route through the mountains, today its often bypassed for faster roads, making it more of a hidden gem. Sometimes, the Sma’ Glen Read more…
There aren’t many better places in Scotland for a short break than a few days in Angus. I might be a little biased since both my Mum and my fiance’s family live there, but that just means I know this region better than most. It’s easily accessible, has so much Read more…
Is there any story in Scotland more famous than the Legend of the Loch Ness Monster? Ask anybody around the world what they know about Scotland and Nessie is bound to be mentioned at some point. There have been countless books published and films made around this myth from the Read more…
Not many people exploring Scotland will spend time visiting Douglas in Lanarkshire. It’s a shame, because they’re missing out on a historic wee gem that’s still home to Scotland’s greatest warrior! It’s been a special place for me ever since I first made the walk out to Douglas Castle. Walking Read more…