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Last Updated on the 3rd of December, 2025 Where can you walk out on a deck, plop yourself down on a bench, soak in the passing scenery and keep an eye out for birds and wildlife, all while travelling between two countries? I find that one of the best ways to savour the journey as […]
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Last Updated on the 3rd of December, 2025 Situated 42 miles from Edinburgh, Glasgow is one of Scotland’s most exciting cities to visit. It is the largest city in Scotland, famed for its Victorian and art nouveau architecture. These buildings are a rich legacy of Glasgow’s prosperity from the 18th to the 20th century due […]
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Last Updated on the 3rd of December, 2025 When you think of Edinburgh, iconic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, the Scott Monument, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse are likely to come to mind. And rightfully so—these architectural marvels are timeless symbols of the city’s history. While the top attractions are undeniably bucket list experiences for many […]
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Last Updated on the 3rd of December, 2025 Loch Awe is Scotland’s third largest freshwater loch, stretching 22 marvellous miles through the wild and wonderful Highland landscape. It’s a sight to behold as you travel along its curving shore towards Oban, catching glimpses of shifting sunbeams that sweep across the wide, shimmering lake. If you […]
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Last Updated on the 3rd of December, 2025 While we love Scotland’s compact, hilly capital and the craggy castle looming over the city, there is something extraordinary about taking a road trip along epic roads cutting through the rugged wilderness to the untamed islands on Scotland’s West coast. The west coast of Scotland is quite […]
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Last Updated on the 4th of December, 2025 If you are staying in Edinburgh for longer and seeking a day off from the hustle and bustle of the city and its enchanting cobbled streets, I’ve got great news. In less than 30 minutes, you can head to a coastal town for fresh sea air or […]
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Last Updated on the 4th of December, 2025 For thousands of years, castles have shaped the Scottish landscape. They’ve been home to some of the greatest heroes and villains in the country’s history. Today, many of them still stand strong and rank among the most striking and visited in the world. They are icons of […]
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Last Updated on the 4th of December, 2025 For me, visiting the Isle of Skye and hiking to the Old Man of Storr was a dream-come-true moment. The rocky pinnacle, created by ancient landslides and snuggled in myths and legends, was the main reason for our trip to Scotland, as the views of the Old […]
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Last Updated on the 4th of December, 2025 When you stop to observe the streets of Edinburgh’s New Town, you’ll notice how the buildings aligned along both sides of the road parade rows of wrought iron balconies, balustrades and pilasters, fanlights, chimneys and attic windows. It is one of the most spectacular neighbourhoods in the […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 Scotland has a myriad of enchanting towns and villages, but there are only eight cities in the country, with Stirling – often nicknamed the ‘Gateway to the Highlands’ – being the smallest and the youngest one. While it may be petite in size, it’s the best-preserved medieval city in […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 As we approached Glen Coe from the barren Rannoch Moor and drove past the Glencoe Mountain Resort, the first Munro I set my eyes upon was the great herdsman of the Buachaille Etive Mor with its distinctive pyramid shape and sweeping ridges. Struck by the unfolding scenery, […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 Anyone who has ever visited Edinburgh can easily agree that it is a beautiful city at any time of the year. Yet there’s that extra dose of magic in the season of haar and mellow fruitfulness. After a blissful summer lull, the city quiets down. Wildlife scavenge before […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 I continued straight ahead on the surfaced walkway, ignoring the steep steps to the right and after a few metres was greeted by a familiar view over Leith and the docks and across the water to the kingdom of Fife. I eagerly turned around and faced the city […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 Edinburgh is the home of many things. It is a cultural and historical hub; it is the capital of Scotland; it is a contemporary, vibrant community with great youth culture and an emphasis on arts and music. It is also home to the National Museum of Scotland […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 A great destination for a day trip or a longer holiday, Edinburgh has a lot to offer in terms of things to do and sights to see. The city is especially appealing to those seeking architectural beauty, curious landmarks, and immersion in the Scottish way of life. […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 With its historic architecture, cobbled streets and Edinburgh Castle dominating the skyline, the Scottish capital is a beautiful hub of art and creativity that’s brimming with neighbourhoods that each have a unique atmosphere. You can stop by Newhaven – a fishing village west of Leith, founded in the […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of December, 2025 The primary emotion that washed over me once the hissing doors of the Airport shuttle bus closed behind my back and my feet hit the wet pavement was pure adoration. Edinburgh is a ridiculously good-looking city, and there is plenty to stimulate the senses as you roam […]
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Last Updated on the 7th of October, 2025 Edinburgh, a wondrous fusion of old and new, is Scotland’s most visited city. The capital of Scotland has it all: the nine volcanic hills that shape its skyline, the Queen’s palace, a world-class botanic garden with its own library that holds a collection of almost 4,000 rare […]
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