There simply is no way to tour Europe and not be awestruck by its scenic beauty, epic history and dazzling artistic and culinary diversity.
Here’s the expanded, humorous yet informative blog post with Jen and McKenna included, plus history and local context: Fairy Pools in June: When Skye Turns Into a Giant Shower If you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram and seen those dreamy shots of the Fairy Pools on the Isle of...
Kyle of Lochalsh: Gateway to Skye and Heart of the Highlands In August 2019, I arrived in Kyle of Lochalsh, a charming village nestled on the mainland side of the Skye Bridge, and immediately felt the pull of its history, scenery, and quiet resilience. Often seen as a stepping stone to...
Staffin: Where Dinosaurs Walked and Highland History Lives In August 2019, I found myself in the village of Staffin on the Isle of Skye—a place where the land tells stories older than humanity itself. Nestled beneath the towering cliffs of the Trotternish Ridge, Staffin is more than just...
Eilean Donan Castle: A Highland Icon of Stone, Sea, and Clan Legacy In August 2019 and again in 2025, I made the unforgettable drive to Eilean Donan Castle—a journey that felt like a pilgrimage through the heart of the Scottish Highlands. As the castle came into view, perched on its tidal...
St Conan’s Kirk: A Highland Masterpiece on the Shores of Loch Awe Tucked away in the village of Lochawe, on the tranquil banks of Scotland’s longest freshwater loch, stands one of the country’s most enchanting and eccentric churches—St Conan’s Kirk. With its whimsical architecture, rich...
Dalmally: Highland Heritage and the Enduring Legacy of Clan MacGregor Nestled in the heart of Argyll and Bute, surrounded by sweeping glens and the tranquil waters of Loch Awe, lies the village of Dalmally—a place where history, landscape, and clan legacy converge. Though small in size...