The first time I visited Amsterdam was just a few years ago. I had a plan. A proper one. Museums mapped out, restaurants bookmarked, even a neat little walking route saved on Google Maps. I was feeling pretty smug about it too, like a traveler who had finally learned how to be organized. That lasted […]
Author Archives: Two Scots Abroad
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Mar
Mar
There’s a moment when you cross the bridge onto the Isle of Skye where you realize something important… Scotland has gone a little bit feral. The landscape suddenly looks like it escaped from a fantasy novel. Jagged mountains. Waterfalls tumbling down cliffs. Sheep standing in the middle of the road like they pay council tax. […]
10
Mar
Mar
I’ll be honest. The first time I heard about Culross, I assumed it was one of those tiny Scottish villages you glance at from the car window and say something like, “Cute,” before driving off to somewhere bigger. Turns out… I was completely wrong. The moment you walk into Culross, it feels like you accidentally […]
08
Mar
Mar
If you’re planning to climb Ben Nevis, you’re in for one of the most rewarding outdoor experiences in Scotland. The hike to the summit is challenging but achievable for many walkers who come prepared and allow enough time for the climb. Along the way, the landscape gradually opens up to reveal sweeping views across the […]
07
Mar
Mar
Mountains, wildlife, whisky, and some of the best outdoor adventures in Scotland. There are tons of fun and outdoorsy things to do in Aviemore, whether you’re visiting for a short weekend break or adding it to a longer Scottish Highlands road trip. Sitting right inside the Cairngorms National Park, Aviemore has grown into one of […]