If you enjoy sandy beaches, ancient history and tranquil outdoor spaces, then you’ll find plenty of things to do in Levenmouth to keep you happy! That’s without mentioning the amazing local food on offer from both land and sea. With the new rail link to Leven opening in June 2024, Read more
There’s something about visiting the Isle of Jura that feels like a real adventure. It might have something to do with taking two ferries to get there or the vast open space to roam when you arrive. Whatever the reason, if you want to add to that experience then you Read more
If there’s one area of Scotland that’s too often overlooked, it’s the wee county of Clackmannanshire. Wedged between Stirling, Fife and Perthshire, it’s Scotland’s smallest region, but it has one big highlight. If you like castles, then the Clackmannanshire Tower Trail might be right up your street! Aberdeenshire might be Read more
When people visit Scotland from abroad, they’re usually surprised by how dog friendly Edinburgh is! Having lived in Scotland’s capital city for almost 10 years with Molly the Labrador by my side, I know more about that than most. I think it’s about time that I shared my complete dog Read more
Ruins don’t get much more intriguing than Urquhart Castle, sprawling across a rocky promontory overlooking Loch Ness. This is much more than just a picturesque photo spot though. It’s the fascinating stories of Urquhart Castle that make this such an amazing place to visit. It’s known as the Guardian of Read more
If there’s one place I get asked to take guests on a Scotland’s Stories driving tour more than any other, it’s Glencoe. Easily one of Scotland’s most beautiful locations, it’s simple enough to reach that it’s rarely quiet! Fortunately, most visitors rarely leave the roadside so just head off on Read more
If you’re looking for things to do in Barra in the Outer Hebrides then look no further. This island might be small, but there’s a lot more to it than you might expect. A trip to Barra is special, it’s a place that not many visitors to Scotland consider but Read more
When Netflix declared it had commissioned a film based on the rise of Robert the Bruce, I was worried. If Braveheart had got the story of William Wallace so badly wrong, were we about to see Robert the Bruce go the same way? I have to put my hands up Read more
Scotland has a wide range of fascinating water-based folk creatures. Many of them are unique but one group of tales that people might be more familiar with are Scottish Mermaid stories. However, I’ll warn you that these legends are usually a little darker than your average children’s Disney film. Found Read more
I find it incredibly difficult to drive north from Perth without stopping in at Dunkeld. There’s something about this perfect, wee town that draws me in time and time again. It’s not just that there are so many things to do in Dunkeld, most of the time my visit is Read more