If you’re looking for a cultural city break in Scotland that’s manageable over a weekend and easy to reach from Edinburgh and Glasgow, we can think of few places better than Perth. The vibrant city has an amazing art scene, is home to some of Scotland’s most important history, and has a tonne of amazing […]
A Trip to Angus: The Birthplace of Scotland
Set between two cities, you’ll find the spectacular coastline and majestic mountainous glens of Angus, otherwise known as “the birthplace of Scotland”. If you are looking to spend time in nature and the rich history of Scotland, but don’t have the time to venture as far as the Highlands or Islands, we can think of […]
Hidden Treasures in the Kingdom of Fife
We get asked a LOT about best places to visit close to Edinburgh or Glasgow. Often, we tell people to go to Fife. Why? This area is such a magical part of Scotland. Despite its small size, there are so many new adventures and experiences that we uncover every time and there’s really something for […]
A guide to the Falkirk area
It’s rare to find a town in Scotland with quite so much to see and do as Falkirk. But this little gem and its surrounding area offers plenty to rival even some of the country’s biggest cities. For anyone who has driven past the famous Kelpies – the equine sculptures that dominate the skyline – […]
A guide to Scotland’s Ancient Capital – Dunfermline & West Fife
Dunfermline – Scotland’s ancient capital – and West Fife have been places we’ve returned to often. Brimming with history, amazing architecture, and beautiful coastline, this is one of the easiest parts of Scotland to visit and the hardest to leave. With Dunfermline recently crowned as the eighth city in Scotland as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee […]
Scotland’s Best Castles
With thousands of castles scattered throughout Scotland, each with their own chapter in this country’s great history, it’s impossible to say definitively which are best. However, there are a few that, for us, stir the imagination more than most and even to this day evoke some of the majesty and mystery of their past. So, […]
An Autumnal break in Dumfries & Galloway
From lochs to lighthouses, quaint coastal towns to dense forests and unrivalled stargazing – the South of Scotland really is a match for anywhere else in the country, even if it’s still Scotland’s best kept secret, for now… And so, with its reputation on the rise and a busy summer behind us, we decided to […]
A seaside break in North Berwick
For those looking to escape the bustling city of Edinburgh for the beach, or who fancy a quiet weekend beside one of Scotland’s most picturesque coastlines, the harbour town of North Berwick is one of the best places to visit. It is easily accessible from Edinburgh by train (just 40 minutes) and is located on […]
A weekend in Leith, Edinburgh
It’s fair to say that when we moved to Edinburgh, we probably weren’t cool enough to live in Leith. The old trading port has become the city’s creative hub – brimming with incredible restaurants, artisan markets, local distillers and an enviable arts scene. A stay in Leith offers a unique experience for those visiting Scotland’s capital, […]
Best places to see puffins in Scotland
Ask most people what wildlife they’d most like to see when visiting Scotland and we’re pretty sure many would say the puffin. These cute seabirds are some of the most photogenic animals we’ve ever seen. And, for a short time every year, we’re lucky that they call Scotland home. Seeing puffins up close does need […]