Savvy Travel Advice
We lived near Edinburgh for 4 years and made these day trips by car and train. Our pick of the best, from North Berwick to Loch Ness, plus how to reach each one.... Read More...
We visited all the cafes and the hotel where JK Rowling wrote the Harry Potter books in Edinburgh. Here's what each place is like today, with tips for visiting.... Read More...
We've taken every train, sleeper, flight, bus and drive between London and Edinburgh. Here's our honest comparison of the 10 ways to make the trip.... 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...
We've used the Royal Edinburgh Ticket multiple times since 2017. Here's our honest breakdown of the costs, what's included, and whether it's worth buying in 2026.... Read More...
We've visited every Harry Potter site in Edinburgh multiple times and researched J.K. Rowling's own interviews to separate fact from fiction. Includes walking map, graveyard guide, and tour recommendations.... Read More...
Our complete 5-day itinerary from Edinburgh through the Highlands to the Isle of Skye, with self-drive route, per-night overnights, and what we'd skip.... 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...
A detailed guide to the top things to do in Edinburgh Scotland to help you plan your Edinburgh itinerary! Plus lots of tips to help you plan.... 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...
