Tag Archives: Scotland

Secluded escapes in the British Hebrides

By Katie | Published May 8, 2013 | Leave a comment

A new BBC wildlife programme presented by Ewen McGregor may be just the thing the secluded Hebrides region off Scotland’s mainland needs to boost tourism. Hebrides Puffins, dolphins, basking sharks and seals… get ready for your close up! Continue reading »

Travel Ideas | Also tagged Hebrides, hot deals, nature, UK, wilderness, wildlife

World’s most exciting cities: Dull and Boring

By Katie | Published February 25, 2013 | Leave a comment

What’s in a name? A lot, especially if your town or city is called Dull or Boring. You can actually find these places in your atlas. You’ll find one in Scotland (Dull) and the other in Oregon on the States-side. These two places have teamed up to create “Dull & Boring Day”, not to be missed! Continue reading »

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Why visit Scotland? Their ponies wear jumpers

By Katie | Published January 24, 2013 | Leave a comment

This bit of travel news was just too cute to pass up. Honestly, Scottish Shetland ponies in hand-knit wool jumpers? What’s not to love about that? These two are the pin-up pair for this season’s Visit Scotland’s latest tourism campaign. Continue reading »

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Tour Scotland following the Whisky Trail

By Katie | Published November 13, 2012 | 4 Comments

Winter is soon approaching so what’s better than a nip or two of whisky while on holidays in Scotland? If you’re a fan of this country’s golden nectar then there’s no better way to experience long-standing Scottish traditions than a tour of its distilleries. Continue reading »

Travel Ideas | Also tagged Inverness, Travel Ideas, UK, whisky

Get your scare on: Britain’s most haunted

By Katie | Published October 16, 2012 | Leave a comment

Looking for a scare this Halloween? Britain is far from being short of ghost stories of haunted castles, cemeteries, houses and even pubs. Be warned though, you may be in for a scream if you visit these places on October 31st! Continue reading »

Travel Tips | Also tagged Britain, Halloween, London, scary, Travel Tips, UK

How to: experience Edinburgh for FREE

By Katie | Published July 27, 2012 | Leave a comment

Planning to hang around the Scottish capital sometime soon? We’ve got good news for you if you’re tied by a budget: Edinburgh will not disappoint with free things to do and see while you’re visiting. Here’s a little guide that your pocket book will be happy for. Continue reading »

Travel Tips | Also tagged Edinburgh, free cities, Travel Tips, UK