Before You Begin ... Scotland's extraordinary landscapes have always had a way of making history feel immediate — and no screen adaptation has captured...
Walk Edinburgh's Royal Mile from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. A practical guide to the closes, wynds, landmarks, and history of Scotland's most famous street.
Standing 67 metres tall on the summit of Abbey Craig, the National Wallace Monument is one of Scotland’s most recognisable landmarks. Built to honour William Wallace — the 13th-century warrior who led Scotland’s fight for independence — the tower has stood over Stirling since 1869. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or returning to Central Scotland, […]
The Isle of Skye packs more drama into one island than most countries manage in an entire region. Jagged mountain ridges, emerald waterfalls, ancient castles, and sea cliffs stretching to the horizon — the things to do on the Isle of Skye will fill a week without effort. This guide covers the best attractions, practical […]
Inside Fyvie Castle in Aberdeenshire, three ancient stones are said to weep with moisture — and legend warns that moving them will bring ruin. No one has tested the theory in 700 years. Here is the full story, and what to expect when you visit.
Inverness sits at the heart of the Scottish Highlands. It is the region’s capital city, and it makes an excellent base for exploring some of the most dramatic landscapes in Scotland. Whether you want to search for a legendary loch monster, walk a famous battlefield, or simply enjoy a city full of history, there are […]
The North Coast 500 is full of dramatic views. Rugged cliffs, empty beaches, single-track roads that wind through moorland stretching to the horizon. But few stops along this iconic route hit as hard as the Wailing Widow waterfall, hidden above the dark waters of Loch na Gainmhich in Sutherland. Photo: Shutterstock If you have driven […]
Viking crossings, castle ruins, seafood traditions — and the gateway to the Hebrides . On the shores of Loch Fyne in Argyll, the village of Tarbert is...
From the Butt of Lewis to Callanish — the Wild North of the Isle of Lewis – The far north of the Isle of Lewis is a place where the Atlantic crashes...
On the morning of 13 February 1692, soldiers who had spent 12 days eating and sleeping in the homes of the MacDonalds of Glencoe turned on their hosts and killed them in their beds. Thirty-eight people died. Others fled into the winter hills and did not survive the cold. The Scottish Parliament later named it […]