The ultimate Scotland road trip starts here. In 10 days, explore Edinburgh, drive through Glencoe, visit Loch Ness, and experience the dramatic landscapes of the Isle of Skye. Scotland may look small on a map, but planning the perfect route can feel overwhelming. With castles, whisky distilleries, Highland road trips, and the dramatic landscapes of […]
Edinburgh is one of those cities that feels made for a short visit: historic streets you can explore on foot, dramatic viewpoints, cozy pubs, and world-class sights packed into a compact Old Town. With just two days in Edinburgh, you can see the city’s highlights without feeling rushed, from Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile […]
Glasgow is often an overlooked destination in Scotland. Most people tour Edinburgh and then head to the Highlands, for good reason, as both of these places are amazing. But Glasgow is worth a visit. It’s a great Scottish city and all you need is 24 hours to see the best of it. Whereas Edinburgh is […]
Without a doubt, Loch Ness is Scotland’s most famous loch. Legend has it that this lake is home to Nessie, the Loch Ness monster. People travel all over the world to visit this famous loch, hoping to get a chance to spot the elusive underwater monster. But does that make Loch Ness worth visiting? Our […]
Are you planning a trip to Edinburgh? Sure, you can’t miss the Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, dinner in a pub, and whisky tasting, but you also cannot miss the best views of Edinburgh. No trip to Edinburgh would be complete without a climb up Arthur’s Seat or a view from the Scott Monument. In this guide, we’ll break down the […]
Our hiking shoes got a lot of use in Scotland. But the most memorable hike, the one that had our legs trembling with fatigue and our eyes wide open with amazement, was the Kintail Saddle. Before flying to Scotland, I did a lot of research looking for that perfect Scottish hike. For us, the perfect […]
Planning a trip to the Isle of Skye? This Isle of Skye travel guide covers everything you need to know, the best places to visit, where to stay, how long to spend, when to visit, and essential travel tips for exploring Scotland’s most dramatic island. With its towering sea cliffs, winding single-track roads, misty mountain […]
The Isle of Skye is Scotland’s most dramatic destination, a dramatic landscape of sea cliffs, towering rock formations, and some of the most unforgettable scenery in the UK. In this detailed Isle of Skye itinerary, we show you exactly how to spend 1, 2, or 3 days exploring the Trotternish Loop, the Old Man of […]
The Isle of Skye is one of Scotland’s most popular destinations. It may seem like a long drive to get there, but by adding in scenic pitstops along the way, you can turn the journey into a sightseeing adventure. In fact, the journey through Scotland is almost as good as the destination! There are multiple […]
The Isle of Skye is Scotland’s most dramatic destination — a wild landscape of jagged cliffs, hidden waterfalls, fairy-tale hills, and rugged mountain peaks. We spent several days exploring Skye’s most iconic viewpoints and lesser-known corners, hiking the Quiraing, watching the sunset at Neist Point, and discovering quiet spots like Brother’s Point. In this guide, […]
Bla Bheinn (Blaven) is one of the most spectacular hikes on the Isle of Skye, if not all of Scotland. From the summit, hikers have 360° views along the Cuillin Ridge and over the Isle of Skye. It was a hike that we were all really looking forward to. But things would not work out […]
The Fairy Pools are one of the most visited sites on the Isle of Skye of Scotland. Why? It’s an easy walk along a series of small waterfalls with the Cuillin Mountains as a backdrop. We were here under less than ideal conditions. Once again, we awoke to cloudy, rainy skies. It drizzled off and […]
If you are taking a road trip through Scotland, Glencoe should be on your list of places to visit. This gorgeous valley is a great place for families, hikers, and those that love the great outdoors. You can either drive through it, spending just an hour here, or you could easily spend an entire day hiking […]
If there was one thing we wanted to see on the Isle of Skye, it was the Old Man of Storr. The Old Man of Storr is iconic Scotland: spiky pinnacles of rock set against the backdrop of rolling green hills and the coastline of the Isle of Skye. This image is featured in Scotland […]
Edinburgh is one of the best cities in Europe to take your kids. Visit a castle, climb an extinct volcano, take a Harry Potter tour, learn about medieval history, and pay a visit to a spooky dungeon. What kid would not find this interesting? If you plan on visiting Edinburgh with kids, we have great […]
Brothers Point, also known as Rubha nam Brathairean, is a beautiful place to visit on the Isle of Skye. The views of the peninsula are stunning. And because very few people know about this gem, you just may have it all to yourself. If you are traveling to the Isle of Skye, put Brothers Point […]
Arthur’s Seat is one of the best things to do in Edinburgh, and one of the easiest ways to escape the city without ever leaving it. Rising above Holyrood Park, this extinct volcano offers panoramic views over Edinburgh’s Old Town, New Town, and the surrounding countryside, all for a relatively short and rewarding hike. We’ve […]
The Fairy Glen is a lesser-known attraction on the Isle of Skye. It’s also one of the cutest places on the island to explore. The Fairy Glen was the first place we visited on the Isle of Skye. Located on the Trotternish Peninsula, it is easy to combine the Fairy Glen with a visit to […]