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Where to visit in Scotland
From the Highlands to the Islands, here are my guides to where to visit in Scotland.
The Highlands
Discover the spectacular Highlands of Scotland
Things to do in Fort William
Often called the outdoor capital of the UK, and home to Ben Nevis, here are the best things to do in Fort William.
Beyond Nessie, how to explore Fort Augustus and the real Loch Ness
Beyond the day tripping tour buses and hoards of Nessie hunters lies the real Loch Ness…
The complete guide to The North Coast 500
Your complete guide to driving the North Coast 500 – Scotland’s most famous road trip
The complete guide to Aviemore & the Cairngorms
Looking for things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms? Here’s how to get outside and explore the lochs, glens, and Munros of the Cairngorms National Park.
How to visit Ardnamurchan
Let me introduce you to the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, one of Scotland’s true hidden gems. Here are my things to do in Ardnamurchan.
The outdoorsy guide to Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park
A visit to the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park is much more than a day trip. Here is my ultimate guide to getting outside and exploring Loch Lomond.
Discover Lochinver & Assynt
With otherworldly mountains and white sand beaches, amazing wildlife and tasty pies Assynt and Lochinver is one of Scotland’s most spectacular regions. Here is how to visit.
Handa Island Paradise
Just off the remote north-west coast of Scotland lies Handa, one of Scotland’s most beautiful islands and a nationally important wildlife reserve. Here’s how to visit the paradise of Handa Island.
Cruising the Caledonian Canal
Stretching the length of Scotland’s spectacular Great Glen, the 62 mile Caledonian Canal sails coast to coast.
How to visit Wester Ross [& why you really should]
A guide to visiting Wester Ross, one of the world’s most spectacular regions.
Scotland’s Most Beautiful Glens
Glen Affric and Glen Strathfarrar are often pitted against each other for the title of ‘Scotland’s most beautiful glen’. Let’s explore.
How to explore Glencoe, Scotland
No visit to Scotland is complete without a walk in the spectacular Glen Coe. Follow me!
The complete guide to the Isle of Skye
Billow and breeze, islands and seas, mountains of rain and sun… Take a grand tour – The old man of Storr! Portree! That waterfall that goes over the cliff! Let’s go! Here is my guide to the Isle of Skye.
The Islands
From the Isle of Skye to the Isle of Mull.
How to ferry hop the Hebridean Islands
Step off a ferry onto one of Scotland’s Hebridean islands and you will be hit with an undeniable sense of otherworldliness. Here’s my guide to going ferry hopping in the Hebrides.
It’s time to visit Orkney
Visit Orkney – with stone-age villages and huge seascapes, a trip to Orkney in north-east Scotland is a dip into 5000 years of history.
Fall in love with the Isle of Islay
Whether it’s the island’s beautifully wild landscape, incredibly friendly locals, or the cask strength whisky, there is something about the Isle of Islay that grabs your heart and holds on.
The best Scottish Islands to visit
Why not head to the Scottish islands for your next adventure & outdoor break?
How to have an adventure in the Outer Hebrides
A visit to the Outer Hebrides makes for an incredible adventure playground where you can go horse riding on stunning beaches on South Uist, kayaking around a castle on Barra, and mountain biking in the mountains of Harris.
Handa Island Paradise
Just off the remote north-west coast of Scotland lies Handa, one of Scotland’s most beautiful islands and a nationally important wildlife reserve. Here’s how to visit the paradise of Handa Island.
How to visit the Isle of Mull
From climbing a Munro, staying in the pretty town of Tobermory, to one of Scotland’s best beaches here are my favourite things to do on the Isle of Mull, Scotland.
Love, from the Isle of Arran
The Isle of Arran – Located in the Firth of Clyde, the Isle of Arran is one of Scotland’s most accessible islands which makes it perfect for a weekend away. Here is my guide to things to do on Arran.
The complete guide to the Isle of Skye
Billow and breeze, islands and seas, mountains of rain and sun… Take a grand tour – The old man of Storr! Portree! That waterfall that goes over the cliff! Let’s go! Here is my guide to the Isle of Skye.
The Lowlands
Discover the lowlands of Scotland from the Scottish Borders to Aberdeenshire
7+ road trips to the Scottish Borders and Midlothian
If you want to go on a day trip from Edinburgh where better to go than the Scottish Borders and Midlothian. Here are 7+ Scottish Borders Itineraries
Scotland Starts Here! Things to do in the Scottish Borders
Scotland starts here! From alpacas to mountain biking, here are my favourite things to do in the Scottish Borders and Midlothian.
Brilliant day & weekend trips from Edinburgh
My favourite day trips from Edinburgh from crab butties at St Abbs to discovering the Scottish Borders. Here are 5 Edinburgh day trips – and how to make it a weekend
How to drive the South West Coastal 300 [SWC300]
Scotland’s newest road trip, the South West Coastal 300 [SWC300] takes you on an epic drive along the Solway Firth to Scotland’s most southerly point. Let’s road trip!
The Outdoorsy Guide to Fife [& video]
Voted ‘No 1 outdoor destination’ in Scotland by Scottish Natural Heritage eight years in a row; it’s no wonder I spend a lot of time in Fife. Here’s the best things to do in Fife.
Why you should visit Aberdeenshire
With 265 castles, 165 miles of dramatic coastline & one very famous Count (Dracula, that is) here is why you should visit Aberdeenshire.
Aberdeen – explore the silver city
With quirky villages, street art, dolphins and fine food, Aberdeen should be on your radar on a visit to the North East of Scotland.
Seafood & Seaviews – the East Neuk of Fife
Fancy a lobster roll, spotting some puffins and a stroll along a beautiful beach? Here is why you should visit the East Neuk of Fife
The Cowal Peninsula & Puck’s Glen
The Cowal Peninsula forms part of the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and sits on Loch Fyne – here’s how to visit Argyll’s secret coast.
Exploring the Moray Firth coast
Picturesque harbour villages, waves crashing over sea cliffs, and not forgetting a famous soup, the Moray Firth might just be my favourite part of Scotland.
Dunnottar Castle & the Angus Coastal Route
Like so much of Scotland missing from the ‘things to see in Scotland before you die’ lists, Angus, in my opinion, is underrated and crying out for you to visit. This is what you should get up to…
Things to do in East Lothian
East Lothian might be on Edinburgh’s doorstep but it is a destination in its own right. Here are my favourite things to do in East Lothian.
The Cities
Visit Scotland’s cities
Aberdeen – explore the silver city
With quirky villages, street art, dolphins and fine food, Aberdeen should be on your radar on a visit to the North East of Scotland.
A local’s guide to Edinburgh
We all know how easy it to fall into the trap of visiting the ‘top ten’ places – here are my favourite things to do in Edinburgh.
Doing it Glasgow Style
Forget everything you thought you knew about Glasgow. With a lively music scene, a huge art community and people who can make a party out anything, Glasgow has a natural vibrancy which most cities dream of. Here’s what to do in Glasgow.