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 […]
Discover the best things to do in Fife, Scotland — from St Andrews and the East Neuk fishing villages to Dunfermline Abbey, Culross, and Falkland Palace.
Discover the legend of Edinburgh Castle's Phantom Piper — a young musician who walked into underground tunnels and never returned — plus get weekly Scotland stories free in our newsletter.
Most mountains have a single challenge: getting to the top. The Cobbler in Arrochar has a second one — squeezing through a narrow hole in the rock. It is a tradition that has been drawing Scottish walkers for well over a century, and it shows no sign of stopping. Ben Arthur, AKA The Cobbler, is […]
The Isle of Mull packs eagles, otters, castles, and colourful Tobermory into one extraordinary Hebridean island — plus get weekly Scotland stories free in our newsletter.
Planning a trip to Scotland? Discover the best time to visit Scotland, month by month — from summer festivals to autumn colours and winter snowscapes.
Discover the best things to do in Oban, Scotland — from McCaig's Tower and fresh harbour seafood to island ferries and the historic distillery.
Discover the dramatic story of Eilean Donan Castle — Scotland's most photographed fortress, rebuilt from rubble after 200 years of silence — plus get weekly Scotland stories free in our newsletter.
Discover the best things to do in St Andrews: medieval ruins, golf history, golden beaches, and a town unlike any other. Plan your visit today.
The Scottish surnames of Clan Grant reach across six continents today. If Grant, MacGillivray, or Allan appears on your family tree, you may trace your roots to Strathspey — one of the most beautiful valleys in the Scottish Highlands. Clan Grant held this land for eight hundred years. Their motto says it all: Stand Fast […]
