Isle of Skye is absolutely breathtaking. But there are so many Isle of Skye tours offered — some departing from Edinburgh, others from Inverness. Some are 1-day tours, some are 3+ days long. Which Isle of Skye tour should you choose? How long do you really need in Skye? I’ve gotten to travel to Isle …
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, …
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 …
While visiting Glasgow or Edinburgh, be sure to add a day trip to Stirling Castle. It’s one of the most historically important castles in Scotland and was the most used royal residence before Scotland united with England. Visiting Stirling Castle was one of my favorite day trips in Scotland, so I’m hoping to help you …
A visit to Glasgow Scotland isn’t complete without a stop at Pollok Country Park. Highland cows, gorgeous gardens, and an art collection you have to see to believe. All this in a park? Yes! Dedicate one whole day to visiting Pollok Country Park, like we did, as there is so much to do and see. …
The Edinburgh Torchlight Procession is a bucket-list experience for many when visiting Scotland during Hogmanay, the Scottish end-of-the-year celebrations. But what is it like? What should you expect? How can you be prepared? I participated in the Edinburgh Torchlight Procession in 2023, and it was one of the best memories of my life. However, I …
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 things to do for FREE. Let’s explore a few of these things to …
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 …
