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Castle Sinclair Girnigoe
Castle Sinclair Girnigoe is one of Scotland's most dramatic and underrated castles. Perched on towering sea cliffs just north of Wick in Caithness, this spectacular fortress overlooks the North Sea from a narrow rocky headland.
Castles on the NC500
The far north of Scotland is castle country. The clans that ran this part for the best part of a thousand years (Mackenzies, Sinclairs, Mackays, Sutherlands) all left fortifications behind, and the NC500 passes close to more than a dozen of them.
Christmas markets in Scotland
There’s nothing quite like a Scottish Christmas market to get you in the festive spirit. Each one is a blend of twinkling lights, steaming cups of mulled wine, and the scent of sizzling street food drifting through the air.
Corgarff Castle
If you've ever driven over the Lecht and spotted what looks like a lonely white castle sitting in the middle of nowhere, you've already met Corgarff Castle.
Driving in Scotland: A Guide for Visitors
A car is the best way to see Scotland. It opens up the glens, the coast and the islands that buses and trains cannot easily reach, and the drives themselves are half the experience.
Driving the NC500 in a motorhome or campervan
Yes, you can drive the NC500 in a motorhome or campervan. Allow seven to ten days, hire from Inverness, book campsites early, and take the Shieldaig road rather than Bealach na Bà in anything large.
Dumfries House
Dumfries House in Ayrshire is one of Scotland’s most fascinating heritage attractions. Built in the 18th century, this grand Palladian mansion is world-famous for its rare collection of Thomas Chippendale furniture, much of it still in its original setting.
Edinburgh Fringe
Edinburgh Fringe is one of the greatest celebrations where Arts meets Culture.
Eilean Donan Castle
If Scotland had to choose a poster child, Eilean Donan Castle would be right up there with the Loch Ness Monster and a Highland cow in the running.
From Coast to Uplands: Cycling routes in the Scottish Borders
Between the sea cliffs of Eyemouth and the rolling hills around Hawick lies some of the Borders’ best cycling country.
Glencoe to Skye Itinerary
If Scotland had a greatest hits album, the road from Glencoe to Skye would be track one.
Isle of Skye: Things to Do, Where to Stay & Getting There
The Isle of Skye is Scotland's most famous island, a place of jagged mountains, sea cliffs and Highland legend. The largest of the Inner Hebrides.
NC500 Family Activities Guide
The NC500 Family Activities Guide is built for families travelling the route with children and teens, whether you’re tackling it clockwise, anti-clockwise, or in bite-sized sections. It goes beyond the obvious and focuses on things families actually ask for: hands-on activities, adventure days, creative spaces, indoor options for wet weather, and reliable stops that break up long drives.
Northern Lights on the Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye is one of the best places in Scotland to see the northern lights. The island sits at around 57 degrees north - far enough up the country to fall within the auroral zone on nights of strong geomagnetic activity.
Scotland Itinerary: 5, 7 and 10-Day Trip Plans
Planning a Scotland trip comes down to three decisions: how many days you have, which regions to focus on, and how much you want to drive.