In nearly every souvenir store in Edinburgh, you’ll see Harris Tweed bags, Islander bags, and knock-offs. Rather than simply buying one, how about creating your own custom Islander tweed bag in the Islander Edinburgh Workshop? I enrolled in the Islander Workshop Experience in Edinburgh and had an incredible time putting together my very own tweed …
If you think all cities in Europe will drain your budget, think again. Edinburgh, Scotland is a stunningly beautiful city steeped in interesting history, and it just so happens to be a great place to visit for those on a budget. Why is Edinburgh a great place for budget travelers? Well, Edinburgh offers so many …
With only three days in Edinburgh, you’ll need to know which places in Edinburgh are worth it and which ones aren’t. In this 3 day Edinburgh itinerary, I’ll help you explore the must-see highlights as well as the hidden gems of both Old Town and New Town in Edinburgh. I first visited Edinburgh in 2022, …
If you’re looking for castles on the Isle of Skye, Dunvegan Castle is the ultimate one to visit. I’ve got the complete guide to visiting Dunvegan Castle on Isle of Skye, including how to get there, what to do, and, most importantly, why you can’t miss it when traveling to the Scottish Highlands. Why Visit …
Inverness, Scotland is a gorgeous, walkable city that feels small despite being the capital of the Scottish Highlands and one of the fastest growing cities in the U.K. During my six-night stay in Inverness, I loved walking along the cobblestone streets, getting lost in the Victorian market, and learning about the history around every corner …
A trip to the Scottish Highlands isn’t complete without a visit to the Isle of Skye. It’s absolutely breathtaking. In this guide, I’ll share why I suggest spending TWO days to visit the Isle of Skye from Inverness (spoiler: one is not enough). I’ve also got a complete breakdown of the best group tour where …
A common mistake people make (myself included) when planning their first trip to Scotland is booking a day trip to the Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh. I am guilty of this. I naively thought one day to see Glencoe and Loch Ness will cover all the highlights of the Highlands. In this post I’m going to …
