Ten years ago, if one visited the quaint village of Roslin, a short bus ride out to the outskirts of Edinburgh, one could tour the local chapel by simply inquiring with the caretaker to obtain a key and letting yourself in. In 2003, Dan Brown published the DaVinci Code, and everything changed. Suddenly Roslin was […]
Edinburgh Restaurant Guide
Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh is awash with great dining, as the city has one of the highest ratios of restaurants to residents in all of Europe. While venues are filled to capacity during the bustling Edinburgh Festival in August (and reservations are nearly compulsory during this time), the rest of the year a table can be […]
Glasgow Insider’s Travel Guide
Glasgow has historically been Scotland’s industrial centre, but in recent times has transformed itself into a cosmopolitan, cultural destination. It has the vibrant feel of a modern European city, but retains much of its Scottish identity. Food, shopping, and that “Glaswegian Charm” make for an unforgettable experience.
Edinburgh Insider Guide
Edinburgh, or ‘Auld Reekie’, is Scotland’s capital city and a crown jewel in the band of wonderful cities found in the United Kingdom. The city strikes a wonderful balance between old-world charm, with its sweeping Georgian architecture and blackened skyline, against more modern sensibilities (think chic cafes, cosmopolitan cuisine.) The city centre can be easily […]
Scotland’s Clans and Culture
Scotland’s Clans and Culture Scotland is proud of its heritage and culture. Having been invaded countless times from all sides, the castles that lie in ruins and the castles that still stand strong could tell stories of fantastic heroes, kings and queens and ferocious battles. Scots take great pride in their independence as a unique […]
Top Sights in Scotland
Traveling to Scotland is always an adventure, but no matter how many times we go, we are always amazed by the genuine friendliness of the people and the wonderful Scotland sights. Although a part of Great Britain, Scotland is a fierce and proud country that maintains its own laws, language and educational system. The rugged […]