The Quiraing: Skye’s Shifting Giant of Stone and Story In August 2019, I stood at the edge of the Quiraing, wind whipping through my jacket, eyes wide at the surreal landscape unfolding before me. Located on the northern Trotternish Peninsula of the Isle of Skye, the Quiraing isn’t just a...
In August 2019, I arrived in Portree, the vibrant capital of the Isle of Skye, and immediately felt the pulse of the island’s soul. Nestled along a sheltered bay on the east coast of Skye’s Trotternish Peninsula, Portree is more than just a picturesque harbor town—it’s a living tapestry...
Geary: A Quiet Corner of Skye with a View to Forever I ventured to one of the Isle of Skye’s most tranquil and tucked-away hamlets—Geary. Nestled on the Waternish Peninsula, Geary is the kind of place that doesn’t announce itself. There are no grand signs, no bustling cafés, no crowds...
Tucked into the rugged landscape of Lochaber in the Scottish Highlands, Spean Bridge may seem like a quiet village today—but its history tells a story of resilience, sacrifice, and strategic importance. I visited in August 2019, and what struck me most wasn’t just the beauty of the...
If you’ve ever watched Monty Python and the Holy Grail and found yourself wondering, “Where is that ridiculously majestic castle at the end?”—look no further than Castle Stalker. Perched dramatically on a tidal islet in Loch Laich, near the village of Port Appin in Argyll, Scotland...
Rising from a rocky peninsula at the northeastern tip of Loch Awe, Kilchurn Castle is one of Scotland’s most evocative ruins—a place where mist, mountains, and memory converge. With its crumbling towers and commanding views, Kilchurn is more than a photogenic relic. It’s a monument to...
I stood at the head of Loch Shiel, gazing up at the Glenfinnan Monument as the morning mist curled around the surrounding hills. The air was still, heavy with memory. Glenfinnan isn’t just a scenic stop on the West Highland Railway—it’s one of Scotland’s most storied places, where clan...
I boarded a train in Fort William that would take me on one of the most enchanting journeys in the world—through the wild heart of the Scottish Highlands to the fishing port of Mallaig. But this wasn’t just any train. It was the Jacobite steam train, better known to many as the Hogwarts...