Hiking the West Island Way on the Isle of Bute and things to do around Rothesay. West Island Way Walking Route Day 1: Kilchattan Bay – Rothesay Approximately – 26km/16 miles + 35,603 steps (using phones for data) Time – 7.5 hours (lunch + 2 snack/scenery stops) Terrain: Coastal path, farmlands, one hill (optional) Accommodation: […]
Category Archives: Scotland
Ridiculously useful Scotland travel guides, itineraries, packing lists, tours and day trips.
Looking for the best Scotland road trips so you can escape while taking in the scenery? This guide shares Scotland’s most stunning driving routes and road trips for short holidays and big adventures. All of which we’ve tried and tested for you. Join my free Scotland Facebook group to ask questions about your trip to […]
Bagging. The art of successfully conquering or collecting things in Scotland. Many visitors to Scotland bag Munros (mountains), historic castles and even islands, so bagging a man in a kilt is not far off! Never mind Nessie hunting; if you’re looking to find sexy men in kilts, here’s the guide on how to meet one […]
Looking for lodges with hot tubs in Scotland for 2? This guide details the best cabins, lodges and apartments across the country so you can book a wee getaway with some luxury. Most of the lodges with hot tubs in our guide are available all year round so you can plan a summer nature escape […]
Hiking and biking around the NC500, visiting on a budget or prefer somewhere slightly more social than a hotel? Whatever your reason for searching for North Coast 500 hostels, this guide details the best options at some of the most popular stops on Scotland’s answer to Route 66. Planning your NC500 trip? Start here and […]