There are plenty of reasons to go to Scotland outside the busy tourist season. Even quieter roads, dramatic winter scenery, Christmas atmosphere in the Scottish Cities and the possibility to see the Northern Lights are just a few reasons to visit Scotland this winter. If you decide to make the journey you're likely to add cheaper accommodation to that list as well. For the price of one week in the summer you can get 10 days or sometimes even two weeks in the winter! Of course you don't get the long summer nights with endless light but you will get a cheaper and just as pleasant holiday.If … [Read more...] about Scotland Holiday Discounts
See and Do
Highlands 140 – A Great Highlands Driving Route
I've driven most roads in Scotland, especially the scenic ones, and enjoyed almost every mile of all of them. I don't think there is such a thing as a boring road in Scotland, especially when you're outside urban areas. And no matter how beautiful some of these roads are, there are always a few that are just a tad more stunning, roads that stick in your mind as being "very special". One of them is the Road to the Isles and the other one is the drive through Glen Shiel. Both offer an unforgettable driving experience amidst some of the most beautiful scenery Scotland has to offer. Now what … [Read more...] about Highlands 140 – A Great Highlands Driving Route
Meet the Ghosts of Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a truly unique city. From amazing architecture, landmarks, museum, historic places to pubs, clubs and entertainment, the city has it all. Each year, thousands of people come to the city to marvel at its beauty, landmarks and dive into the richness of history behind it. However, what very few know is that there is also a darker, more sinister side to Edinburgh, one that manifests itself through the ghosts of former residents. Below is a list of few haunted places and ghosts of Edinburgh you might actually encounter.Dalry HouseDalry is an area of Edinburgh near the famous … [Read more...] about Meet the Ghosts of Edinburgh
Loch Awe, The jewel in Argyll’s crown
Loch Awe and Kilchurn CastleI hate to start this article with an obvious Cliché but the word most used by visitors to describe their time by Loch Awe in Argyll is “Awesome” and however cheesy it sounds it pretty much hits the nail on the head. The facts speak for themselves; at 28 miles in length it is the longest fresh water loch (or lake) in the UK, it holds the current record for the largest Brown Trout caught in the British Isles and has, Kilchurn Castle, arguably Scotland’s most impressive & Iconic ancient building and ancestral home of clan Campbell, at its head.Thousands … [Read more...] about Loch Awe, The jewel in Argyll’s crown
Beaches, Birds and Whisky Galore on Islay
When you think of Islay the first thought that comes to mind is probably whisky! Not strange considering this relatively small island is home to eight whisky distilleries, all famous the world over for their unique taste and character. A few of the distilleries on Islay such as Ardbeg, Laphroaig and Lagavulin produce some of the peatiest whiskies in the world. It's not without reason that Islay is a whisky region on its own. The whisky distilleries attract thousands of visitors each year from all over the world so distilling whisky and the related tourism are an important source of income for … [Read more...] about Beaches, Birds and Whisky Galore on Islay
The Best Way to Explore Glencoe on Foot
Glencoe is famous throughout the world for many reasons. There’s the huge depth of history, the stunning scenery and the world class mountaineering and walking. Although lots of people know Glencoe as a full on mountaineering destination there are lots of easier, more accessible walks too – if you know where to go!Walking in GlencoeOne of my most popular walks is a lower level half day trip starting at beautiful little Loch Achtriochtan at the foot of Glencoe’s highest mountain. The history has it that there was a water monster here too – not as big as Nessie as you will soon see! … [Read more...] about The Best Way to Explore Glencoe on Foot
