Isle of Skye Itinerary
If you were to try and distil the Scottish Highlands down into a small area, taking the warmness of the people, the epic landscapes and incredible food, the result would be something very similar to the Isle of Skye.
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If you were to try and distil the Scottish Highlands down into a small area, taking the warmness of the people, the epic landscapes and incredible food, the result would be something very similar to the Isle of Skye.
2021 appeared to be the year of food and drink but 2022 is shaping up to be an equal rival with these new developments I have on my radar for this year.
Loch Coruisk is a strikingly beautiful freshwater loch located remotely on the south-west coast of the Isle of Skye.
A mere 90 minutes away from Inverness, the drive to Torridon is almost an attraction in itself.
he castle may have stood stalwart against attack, but its garrison of sixty fell to the three-thousand strong forces of the English king; another move made in the Scottish Wars of Independence.
Happy New Year! The arrival of January sees Edinburgh swapping twinkly lights and Christmas decorations for glittering frosty mornings and the promise of snow.
From classy to casual and quirky to timeless, Aberdeen is lined with bars offering your perfect serve to be sipped in the city.
Aberdeen’s ancient Merchant Quarter (otherwise known as The Green) is never far from making a lasting impression with its five glorious eateries pinned on its relatively small footprint.
From pantry fillers to last minute Christmas day table additions and treats ready to be scoffed as soon as they’re unwrapped, here’s a few ideas to give this year’s gift list a festive Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire twist.
In the far south of the Outer Hebrides, Kisimul Castle has dominated Castlebay on Barra for at least 600 years
In 1296, Edward I of England effectively ‘conquered’ the Kingdom of Scotland, rendering it a province of England with little autonomy of its own.
Shetland is often dubbed as the UK’s final frontier, the very farthest reaches of a country governed from the urban centres of London and Edinburgh.
Winter has arrived in the Capital. The city has seen its first dusting of snow, throngs of people bustle around the shops looking for Christmas presents, and twinkly lights brighten up dark evenings.
Tempt me with anything of the sweet variety and I’m anybody’s. Icing topped sponges, sticky cinnamon buns, elegant cupcakes and picture-perfect patisserie, there’s plenty to fill your boots with in the city and the shire.
In the 15th Century, the Earl of Argyll requested special permission from King James
IV to change the name of this tower to Castle Campbell
Scotland’s archaeology spans over 7,000 years, and with everything from Neolithic villages, Iron Age brochs, Bronze Age houses and an invasion of Vikings and Norse settlers, you’re sure to find a site to whet your archaeological appetite.
Nestled among the rolling green hills of Scotland’s south-west, Dumfries and Galloway is something of a hidden gem.
Bordering the City of Edinburgh, the Lothians and the North of England, the Scottish Borders is home to plenty of beautiful beaches.
Autumn can be a frustrating season for parents as Scottish weather often dictates whether time is spent indoors or out, and the usual outdoor playground can quickly become off bounds.
From former retreats for kings and queens to newly refurbished medieval battlegrounds, there’s a castle hotel for every taste – and here are our top picks:
New eateries, refreshed menus, revamped facilities – I’m all ears. So this week, I’m bringing you a taste of a handful of new developments over the past few months.
Dumfries and Galloway have so many historical places to visit, most of which are also set in the beautiful scenery, which makes this area perfect for both history buffs and nature lovers alike.
Autumn has arrived in the capital. Temperatures are beginning to drop, nights slowly close in yet with trees bursting into beautiful russet tones and their golden leaves strewn across city pavements, it’s an incredibly beautiful time to be in Edinburgh.
One of Scotland’s largest and most impressive 13th century castles, Bothwell
Castle is the grandest piece of secular architecture in Medieval Scotland
Doune Castle has long captured the imagination, starring as a location in dramas such as Game of Thrones, Outlaw King, Monty Python, and Outlander.
Scotland is home to thousands of picturesque villages and towns, from seaside retreats to rural, countryside spots remote from the bustling nearby cities.
Whether you’re looking for a spin on the traditional or a quirky coffee house to while away an afternoon, here are some of the best places in the county to eat.
Loch an Eilein – Gaelic for ‘loch of the island’ – is an incredibly atmospheric place.
Lying on the borderland between Scotland’s central belts and the Cairngorms, Perthshire has earned the title of gateway to the Highlands
f you’re ready to brave the colder weather and experience the majesty of Scotland in winter, here are some of the top places to stay, wherever you decide to visit.
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