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Secrets of the Scottish Borders
When most people think about Scotland’s coastline, they picture the wild west - sea lochs, mist-shrouded islands, winding roads that cling to cliffs
Slains Castle
A rugged clifftop ruin steeped in mystery, Slains Castle near Cruden Bay offers dramatic coastal views and a rich Gothic past. Believed to have inspired Bram Stoker’s Dracula, it’s a must-visit for lovers of eerie history.
Smoo Cave - Scotland's dramatic sea cave
A sea cave with a waterfall inside it, on the edge of Durness village. Free to enter, £15 for the boat tour to the inner chamber, and half an hour to an hour well spent on the north coast.
Stac Pollaidh
Drive through the rugged heart of Assynt and one mountain will pull your eyes away from everything else - Stac Pollaidh
Stirling's festival & events
Throughout the year, the city comes alive with celebrations of history, music, food, and the arts, attracting both locals and visitors eager to experience Stirling’s unique charm.
The Aberdeenshire explorers
A family of 4, showing the best of Aberdeenshire and beyond
The best beaches on the NC500
The best beaches on the NC500 are Mellon Udrigle, Balnakeil and Achmelvich for white sand and clear water, Dunnet Bay for families and surfers. All sixteen, in the order you reach them driving clockwise.
The Best Golf Stays in Scotland: Where to play and stay
Scotland and golf are inseparable. The game was born here, shaped by wild coastlines, rolling dunes, and a love of tradition.
The Best Views in Dundee – And How to Get There
This is a city that looks good from above — and once you know where to go, it’s full of big sky moments and unexpected perspectives.
The history of Edinburgh Castle
The history of Edinburgh Castle begins over 2,000 years ago, with evidence of human habitation on Castle Rock dating back to the Iron Age.
The Lecht
For many Scots, the Lecht means one thing: snow. The moment winter arrives and the temperatures begin to drop, eyes turn towards the Cairngorms to see whether the slopes are turning white.
The most beautiful scenery on the NC500
People drive the NC500 for scenery you won’t find elsewhere: mountains rising from sea lochs, white sand beaches, empty moorland, seabird-covered cliffs, and light that shifts every ten minutes.
The NC500 with a dog: dog-friendly stays, beaches, hire and the rules
The NC500 is one of the easiest road trips in Britain to do with a dog: no beach bans, most pubs and campsites say yes, and Inverness hire firms take dogs free. Here is where you can and cannot go.
The perfect 2-day guide to Perth
Looking to make the most of a weekend in Perth? This 2-day guide covers the best places to eat, explore and unwind, giving you a perfect snapshot of the city and its surroundings.
Things to Do in Scotland: The Essential Guide
Scotland packs an enormous amount into a small country: castles and lochs, mountains and islands, two great cities and some of the best road trips in Europe.