Scotland

Many Americans have Scotch in their veins – wait, that didn’t come out right! The correct terminology would be that many are of Scottish descent. Scotland is a beautiful country with bustling cities, quaint villages, Lochs (lakes), mountains and pristine rivers. It is also rich in history reaching back into Viking time and beyond. The Scots of old were fierce fighters – even the Romans didn’t want to mess with them.

Edinburgh often comes to mind first when thinking of Scotland, and it is a beautiful city and well worth a visit. But be sure to see Glasgow as well and some of the smaller, out of the way places. Sterling, with its imposing castle is well worth the visit, and also Aberdeen, a historic seaport. And then, of course, there’s everything in between!

Scotland is a top destination for travelers from around the world. Here are a few activities to get you started…

Historic Edinburgh

by David Brown | Dec 30, 2016 | British Isles, Great Britain, Scotland, Travel Notes

It won't take long for any visitor to Edinburgh to understand that this is one of the world's great historical cities. And as you would expect from such a place, there is lots to see. No visit is complete without a stroll down the Royal Mile or a visit to Edinburgh...

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

by David Brown | Jul 6, 2015 | British Isles, Events, Great Britain, Scotland, Travel Notes, United Kingdom

One of our most memorable experiences is having attended The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. If you are a fan of history, especially military history, or if you just enjoy a great show, this event is not to be missed. It was an unseasonably cool night when we...