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Archive - June 2025

Onich, Fort William, UK

Onich, Scotland: Gateway to the Highlands and a Hidden Gem on Loch Linnhe Nestled along the scenic A82, just south of the Ballachulish Bridge, lies the tranquil village of Onich—a place where the drama of the Highlands meets the serenity of the sea. Staying at Allt Nan Ros Apartments and...

Luss, UK

Luss, Scotland: A Jewel on Loch Lomond’s Shores Nestled on the western banks of Loch Lomond, the picturesque village of Luss is one of Scotland’s most charming and historically rich destinations. With its flower-lined cottages, sweeping loch views, and deep-rooted clan heritage, Luss...

Glen Fruin, Helensburgh, UK

Glen Fruin: The Bloody Glen and the Battle That Shaped Clan History Tucked between the rugged hills near Loch Lomond and the village of Helensburgh lies Glen Fruin, a quiet, windswept valley that belies its violent past. On a cold February morning in 1603, this glen became the site of one...

Leven, UK

Leven, Scotland: Coastal Heritage and the Shadows of Witchcraft On the eastern edge of Fife, where the River Leven meets the Firth of Forth, lies the town of Leven—a place shaped by centuries of trade, industry, and quiet resilience. With its golden beaches, historic churches, and ties to...

Edinburgh, UK

Edinburgh, UK: A City of Stone, Story, and Spectacle Edinburgh isn’t just the capital of Scotland—it’s a living museum, a festival stage, a royal seat, and a city that whispers secrets through its cobbled closes and windswept terraces. From the thunder of the One O’Clock Gun to the...

Manchester, UK

Absolutely—here’s a fully rewritten and expanded blog post that blends the thrill of your arrival in Manchester with cultural highlights, dinosaur discoveries, and the city’s legendary pub scene: 🏙️ Manchester, UK: A City of Chase, Charm, and Cask Ale There’s something cinematic about...

Tower of London

🏰 The Tower of London: Secrets, Scandals, and Beefeaters with Bite When Jen and I visited London, we knew we had to see the classics—Big Ben, the London Eye, a pub with questionable meat pies—but nothing prepared us for the sheer drama and grandeur of the Tower of London. It’s not just a...

London, UK

🇬🇧 London in Layers: A First Day to Remember Jennifer and I landed at Heathrow at exactly 12:52 PM. As the plane rolled to a stop, I felt that familiar stir—London was calling me home. I’d lived here years ago, and the city still felt like part of me. But this time was different...

Waterish Isle of Skye

🌊 Waternish: Skye’s Quiet Corner with a View to Forever Tucked away on the northwestern edge of the Isle of Skye, Waternish is a place that whispers rather than shouts. Just down the road from the legendary Fairy Bridge—where clan lore and misty myths still linger—you’ll find yourself in...