Blair Castle is surely beautiful in all seasons but there’s something special about it in autumn. I visited Blair Castle in October after searching for the best autumn castle in Scotland. Well, Google, you were right, because Blair Castle is absolutely amazing in the fall, an autumn wonderland. It fulfilled all my autumn Scottish dreams, …
One of the most interesting day trips you can take from Edinburgh is to a medieval abbey on an island. Just a quick 45-minute ferry ride will land you at Inchcolm Island, where you can explore: I did this trip from Edinburgh and had an incredible day on an island that has seen so much …
Abbotsford is the home of Sir Walter Scott, the best-selling Scottish author of his time. Scott has many accolades and is highly regarded in Scotland and beyond. Even if you’ve never read one of Sir Walter Scott’s books, the most famous being Ivanhoe and Rob Roy, you’ll get so much out of a visit to …
The first time I visited Edinburgh’s Old Town, I didn’t go down a single close. I wasn’t looking out for it, I didn’t know what secrets they beheld. But now, after visiting dozens of closes, I want to share with you the most interesting ones. I hope you have a richer experience when strolling down …
The centerpiece of Edinburgh is, of course, Edinburgh Castle, sitting atop a hill and looking beautiful in all seasons. So where can you find the BEST views of Edinburgh Castle? I have visited Edinburgh several times and now live in this gorgeous city. I’ve since made it my mission to capture Edinburgh Castle in all …
A trip to the Scottish Highlands isn’t complete without a visit to the Isle of Skye. If you’re visiting Inverness, you may be tempted to take the 1 day tour to the Isle of Skye (like dozens of tourists do every day). Well, I’m here to suggest spending TWO days to visit the Isle of …
Three days in Edinburgh is the absolute sweet spot, the perfect amount of time to properly explore its medieval and Georgian buildings, castles, and cobblestone roads. That was how long I first visited Edinburgh, and it was enough to make me move clear across the world to live in Scotland forever. Since moving to Edinburgh …
Edinburgh is a city of layers that has been building atop itself for centuries. Some parts of it are indeed underground, such as the South Bridge Vaults and Mary King’s Close. You are able to tour these underground places, but where exactly are they and why are they underground? I have taken three underground tours …
Oh to be a duchess in a castle like this … Dunrobin Castle is a gorgeous castle in the Scottish Highlands, about an hour’s drive from Inverness. It’s a perfect day trip from Inverness for those interested in exploring historic castles. And boy, does this castle have history. I joined a day tour with Rabbie’s …
Visiting Chatsworth House (Pride and Prejudice‘s Pemberley) is a must for any Jane Austen fan. Touring the house and grounds transports you to Regency times; and it’s so easy to put yourself in an Austen novel as you walk through the gardens or up the grand staircases. I kept thinking of the word “magical” to …
