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A detailed and comprehensive guide to the Harry Potter filming locations in Scotland, including the Hogwarts Express train (The Jacobite), the dramatic Scottish Highlands train scenery, the location of Hagrid's hut (Glencoe) and the location of Dumbledore's grave (Eilean na Moine). We provide a map ... Read More...
Wondering where to celebrate Burns Night in 2019? We've put together a guide to the top places to join a Burns Supper or other type of Burns Night event in Scotland to celebrate Robert Burns and his writings. There are hundreds of ways to celebrate Burns Night in Scotland and we have an up-to-date l... Read More...
Our guide to the best day trips from Edinburgh Scotland, which range from exploring castles to touring whisky distilleries to visiting Outlander filming locations. We suggest 15 day trips from Edinburgh that cover a range of interests and locations. For each Edinburgh day trip idea, we provide all t... Read More...
A travel guide to the top things to do in Aberdeen Scotland as well as suggestions on getting around, where to stay, and day trip ideas. Aberdeen has powerful architecture, beautiful gardens, charming historical districts, interesting museums, good restaurants, internationally known golf courses, fu... Read More...
If you are thinking about visiting the Cairngorms National Park in winter, we've put together a list of things to do in the Cairngorms during the winter that includes skiing, winter hiking, whisky tasting, exploring historical sites, wildlife watching, and visiting popular family attractions. We'll ... Read More...
J.K. Rowling wrote most of the Harry Potter books in Edinburgh Scotland, and you can still visit many of these places today. Rowling moved to Edinburgh in 1993 and once said in an interview: “…Edinburgh is very much home for me and is the place where Harry evolved over seven books and many, m... Read More...
Our guide to help travelers avoid crowds on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. The Isle of Skye is a scenic island known for its rugged and dramatic landscapes. It is a popular tourist destination and it is no secret that the Isle of Skye can get very busy, especially during the summer months when large ... Read More...
How to get from London to Edinburgh. This guide covers 10 ways to travel from London to Edinburgh, and the costs, time, and booking methods associated with each so you can find the best way to get from London to Edinburgh for you. London and Edinburgh are two of the UK's most popular cities, and man... Read More...
The North Coast 500 (NC500) is one of Scotland's most spectacular driving routes, covering 500 miles of the gorgeous northern Scottish Highlands. There are so many good reasons to drive the North Coast 500 as you have the chance to enjoy such a variety of attractions, activities, and landscapes. The... Read More...
A Guide to Celebrating Hogmanay in Edinburgh Scotland. After attending Edinburgh's Hogmanay several times, we've finally decided to write a guide to celebrating Hogmanay in Edinburgh! Hogmanay is the Scottish word for New Year's Eve and Edinburgh's Hogmanay festival has become one of the largest New... Read More...
We share our favorite ways to celebrate Christmas in Edinburgh Scotland. There are loads things to do in Edinburgh during December, which include the Edinburgh Christmas markets, ice skating, Christmas shopping, light shows, charity events, and concerts. We cover all things associated with Christma... Read More...
North Coast 500 Planning Guide - We've put together a comprehensive North Coast 500 guide to help you plan the perfect North Coast 500 road trip in Scotland. The North Coast 500 is a 516-mile scenic route along Scotland’s northern coast that begins and ends in the city of Inverness, the capital of... Read More...
Guide to things to do in Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. There are many things to do in Loch Lomond, and it is a popular weekend destination for locals from Glasgow and Edinburgh in search of nature and outdoor activities. Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park was Scotland's first nat... Read More...
Our Recommended North Coast 500 Hotels Guide - where to stay along the NC500. The North Coast 500 is a 516-mile scenic route along Scotland's northern coast, offering drivers rugged landscapes, sandy benches, wildlife, museums, castles, whisky distilleries, and so much more! If you are planning to r... Read More...
A guide to Glasgow's attractions and a list of the top things to do in Glasgow Scotland. Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and there are so many things to do in Glasgow! The city is home to fantastic art galleries, historical National Trust properties, leafy green spaces, amazing street art, a... Read More...
The Royal Edinburgh Ticket is a great way to save money when visiting the top royal attractions in Edinburgh Scotland! The ticket covers all three of our favorite royal sites in Edinburgh: the mighty and historic Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace (official Scottish residence of the royal family), an... Read More...
We'll share the top Harry Potter sites in Edinburgh (and all the minor ones) in this comprehensive Harry Potter guide to Edinburgh. Harry Potter fans love Edinburgh as it was the home of J.K. Rowling when she wrote the majority of the Harry Potter books and there are several Harry Potter sites in Ed... Read More...
A guide for those planning a trip to Scotland and looking for Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands itinerary ideas. Spectacular landscapes, castles, mysterious lochs, waterfalls, tasty seafood dinners, and Highland coos are a few of the many treasured memories associated with our Scottish Highlands i... Read More...
Guide to over 25 hidden gems in Edinburgh. There are so many fantastic Edinburgh attractions and we keep discovering new ones as we delve deeper into this historical city. This guide is for those visitors who have already seen the highlights of Edinburgh. So whether you have a long stay in Edinburgh... Read More...
An Essential Planning Guide to the August Festivals in Edinburgh. Edinburgh festivals are well-known around the world, lending the city one of its nicknames, Festival City. But did you know that five major festivals take place in Edinburgh during the month of August? Edinburgh is home to 11 major fe... Read More...
Here is a list of 21 of the top things to do in Edinburgh to help you plan your Edinburgh itinerary! There are so many things to do in Edinburgh Scotland! We have been living in a village near Edinburgh since February and are still discovering so many new things each time we visit. But I wanted to s... Read More...
Higlights of the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. A visit to the Scottish Borders is an easy day trip from Edinburgh, and allows visitors to get a glimpse into a relatively unknown region of Scotland. You can also combine it with a trip to Hadrian's Wall.... Read More...
