Category Archives: Scotland

The north east coast of Scotland is more off the beaten track than the Highlands and Isles in the west - yet there is so much to see! Follow the Castle Trail in Aberdeenshire, see the lighthouses along the northern coast and spend time in beautiful St Andrews with this week-long Scotland itinerary!
One week in North East Scotland: Itinerary for Aberdeenshire and Fife

The northeast of Scotland boasts stunning castles, endless sandy beaches, picturesque lighthouses and quaint harbour [...]

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While the castles are pretty, I feel for a very different attraction of the Royal Deeside: the beautiful trails of the Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve.
Hiking at the Muir of Dinnet: The Loch Kinord Trail, Royal Deeside

I have just returned from a road trip round Scotland with my mum exploring a [...]

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What's the weather like in Scotland? The truth is, you should expect all four seasons to happen in Scotland year round - sometimes in one day! But bad weather should not ruin your holiday! Rain is almost inevitable on a trip to Scotland - here are some ways to deal with the bad weather here!
What to expect from Scottish weather and how to deal with it

‘How can you cycle in that heat?’, my neighbour asked two days ago, when the [...]

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Oban harbour in Scotland
Gateway to the Isles: 14 Amazing Things to do in Oban

Oban is one of my favourite places to visit on the west coast of Scotland. [...]

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Hop on hop off Glasgow bus tours are a great way to get an overview of the city, but is it worth to board the City Sightseeing Glasgow bus?
On Tour with the Glasgow City Sightseeing Bus

Even though Glasgow is Scotland’s biggest city, it’s relatively compact to explore in a few [...]

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Roadtrip to Isle of Unst, Shetland - Photo Diary | Travelettes.net
A Travel Guide to Shetland in Winter

For many winter time is the prime holiday time to follow the sun and board [...]

If you study in Glasgow, you might feel a bit too comfortable the Glasgow West End Bubble. To learn more about the city, here are 10 things to do!
Exploring the East End of Glasgow

The East End of Glasgow may not be as quaint as the trendy West End [...]

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Solo Travel in Scotland: Why Scotland is perfect for female solo travellers

Scotland is one of the best destinations to visit on your own. Solo travel in [...]

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