If you’re planning to visit northwestern Scotland, then it’s likely you’re going to need to rest your head for a night or more on the Isle of Skye. The biggest of the Inner Hebrides is a very popular tourist destination indeed. Portree is the capital, and the island is some 50 miles long. With accommodation…
Discover the best things to do in Orkney in our essential guide about what to see, where to go and practical tips to ensure you make the most of your visit. If you’re planning a trip to the Orkney archipelago, well done you! Many Brits and even Scots haven’t ever ventured this far north, but…
Are you planning to visit Edinburgh for the first time? After numerous trips to the Scottish capital over the past 50 years we have learned how to make the most of our time in Edinburgh. This article shares 20 practical and essential Edinburgh tips to help you plan (and experience) the best trip possible. Edinburgh…
No Potterhead can surely come to the UK without notching up a few Harry Potter filming locations in the UK en route. Places all over London, Scotland, England and Wales either featured on the silver screen or provided inspiration for J K Rowling when she created the characters and wrote the stories. From where to…
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Wondering how to get from London to Edinburgh? This guide covers four popular travel options: train, car, plane and coach. Discover which one best suits your budget, travel style and itinerary. Planning to travel from London to Edinburgh? These two iconic cities are on most UK itineraries, but with several ways to get between them,…
The Scottish town of Fort William is located in the western Scottish Highlands – and is packed with natural, historic and interesting things to do. If you’re looking for things to do in Fort William, you can count on this guide to show you the way! One or two days here give you just enough…
Planning a Scottish road trip? Our detailed Scotland road trip itinerary includes many of the most popular destinations, scenic routes, landmarks and sights when touring Scotland. Over 18 days explore cities, Highlands, islands and part of the popular North Coast 500 route. Options to reduce to a 10 day or 14 day Scotland road trip…
Are you a fan of Outlander and would love to visit some of the locations that appear in the show? Read our guide to discover the best Scotland Outlander tours and choose the one that’s right for you! If you’re a fan of the hit TV show Outlander, then you won’t want to miss seeing…
If you are planning a trip to Scotland but are not sure where to visit you will find essential information in this guide. Discover 10 regions of Scotland and the main highlights of each. For many visitors to the UK, a trip to Scotland is high on the itinerary wish list. However, beyond Edinburgh, the…
Planning to visit Skye? Feeling overwhelmed with the choice of tours? Our comparison of the best Isle of Skye tours will ensure you pick the right tour for you. For many visitors to Scotland, seeing the Isle of Skye is a must. This breathtakingly beautiful location is shrouded in magic and mystery, from the Fairy…