To outsiders, it may seem like nothing more than a rocky hill, but The Old Man of Storr is one of the most popular attractions on the Isle of Skye. In fact, scratch that. It is one of the most popular attractions in Scotland. Every year, countless people make the journey between Ulg and Portree …
What Is Black Rock Gorge? Black Rock Gorge is a narrow, 36 metres deep and 1.5km long gorge that the Allt Graad flows through. It is located in the small Scottish town of Evanton. The gorge is subject to local myths and legends, but recently became most famous and a popular tourist spot for featuring …
Scotland is a land of misty mountains, rolling glens, and dramatic views that few places on Earth can rival. Yet, among its many sites, the Corpach shipwreck stands out as a unique and stunning photo op you won’t find anywhere else. No matter rain or shine, the Corpach shipwreck is worth visiting, especially during a …
Few places capture the rugged, untapped magic of Scotland’s landscape like the Isle of Skye. With deep green pastures running along karst rock and sapphire pools of water, the small northern island looks like something off the cover of a fantasy novel. With such a fantastical landscape, it’s understandable that the Isle is renowned for …
Prince Albert’s Cairn, more commonly known as the Balmoral Pyramid, is a memorial stone in memory of Prince Albert. The site is popular amongst tourists, not only for its history but also for the beautiful surroundings of the Cairngorm National Park. You wouldn’t expect to see an Egyptian-style pyramid in Scotland, which is likely why …
When travelling around Scotland on the North Coast 500, it is always best to plan out the most intriguing sites you and your travel companions want to visit before taking off on your journey. One of the locations that should be included on every NC500 travel itinerary is the Green Loch Aviemore. The Green Loch …
The story of the Wailing Widow Waterfall has been passed down through centuries in the Scottish Highlands and hiking to get there is, fortunately, simpler than you may assume. Located along the North Coast 500, Wailing Widow Falls, is a 30-metre waterfall that cascades from Loch Na Gainmhich into a tiny valley below. As a result, …
Typically, Scotland isn’t usually the first place that springs to mind when considering a beach vacation with turquoise waters and dazzling sand. While most people think of Scotland as a region with high mountains, old castles, and a lot of rain, the beaches along the North Coast 500, can also make you feel like you’re in …
Puffin Cove really is a stand-out attraction on the North Coast 500 route through the Scottish highlands. Due to its relatively unknown status it means you can get the whole place to your self and see loads of puffins up close, giving a better view than the tourist boat trips would! Puffin Cove offers a …
Did you know you can find the only free-roaming reindeer in the whole of the UK in Scotland and more specifically in the Cairngorm National Park, and, in our opinion, it really is one of the most beautiful places in the whole of Scotland! You may be wondering why are they the last ones roaming …
