A Whimsical Weekend in Edinburgh: Gin, Ghosts & Cobbled Streets Edinburgh is a city that wraps you in its history, tempts you with its flavors, and surprises you at every turn. I spent a weekend wandering its winding lanes, sipping its spirits, and soaking in its stories—and I’m...
I stepped onto the Royal Mile with the kind of reverence you reserve for places that have carried centuries on their back. The cobblestones beneath my boots were slick from a morning drizzle, and the air smelled faintly of malt and rain—a scent that seemed to belong to Edinburgh as much...
Tucked into the wild heart of the Scottish Highlands, Glencoe Mountain Resort is more than just a destination—it’s a gateway to one of the most dramatic and storied landscapes in the UK. Located near Ballachulish, at the eastern edge of the legendary Glencoe valley, the resort offers year...
Rising dramatically from the heart of the Cuillin range, Sgùrr Alasdair is the highest point on the Isle of Skye and one of the most exhilarating climbs in all of Scotland. At 992 meters (3,255 feet), it may not be the tallest mountain in the UK, but it’s certainly among the most rugged...
Nestled beneath the brooding peaks of Buachaille Etive Mòr and surrounded by the raw grandeur of Rannoch Moor, the Kinghouse Hotel is one of Scotland’s oldest inns—and one of its most storied. Located at the eastern entrance to Glencoe, this historic building has welcomed travelers...
Nestled in the heart of Perthshire, Pitlochry is one of Scotland’s most beloved towns—a place where Victorian elegance meets Highland wilderness. I visited in August 2019, and from the moment I stepped off the train, I was captivated by its blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and...
In July 2025, I found myself standing at the edge of the Sligachan Bridge, gazing into the crystal-clear waters of the River Sligachan as they flowed beneath its graceful stone arches. The Cuillin mountains loomed in the distance, their jagged peaks shrouded in mist, and the air carried...
In the northwest corner of the Isle of Skye lies Waternish—a quiet, windswept peninsula that feels like a secret whispered by the sea. In August 2019, I started exploring this enchanting stretch of land, and it quickly became one of the most memorable parts of my Highland journey. From...