Author Archives: Two Scots Abroad

How Many Days Should You Spend in Reykjavik? (Honest Itinerary Advice)

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It is easy to arrive in Reykjavik thinking two days will be enough. There is often a spreadsheet involved, a few too many tabs open, and neatly colour-coded notes that suggest everything is under control. Then the day trips enter the picture, and suddenly that tidy plan does not stretch quite as far as expected. […]

Everest Base Camp Elevation: How High Is EBC (Nepal and Tibet)?

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Everest Base Camp elevation depends on which side of the mountain you mean. The South Base Camp in Nepal sits at 5,364 metres (17,598 feet) above sea level. The North Base Camp in Tibet is lower, at 5,150 metres (16,900 feet). When most trekkers and articles refer to “EBC,” they mean the Nepal side. Quick-Answer Summary Base Camp Country […]

Finger Lakes Wine Trail: America’s First Award-Winning Trail Between Buffalo and Syracuse

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The Cayuga Lake Wine Trail is America’s first organised wine trail, established in 1983, and it sits squarely in the Finger Lakes region between Buffalo and Syracuse. Its member wineries have collectively earned more than 6,000 national and international wine awards. If you are driving between those two cities and want a detour worth building a weekend […]

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Dangerous Animals in Scotland: What You Actually Need to Watch Out For

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Scotland has no tigers and no large predators roaming the hills. But that does not mean the wildlife is risk-free. Cows are statistically the most dangerous animals in Scotland, responsible for more injuries and deaths than any wild species. Beyond that, a handful of animals, insects, and marine creatures deserve your attention before you head out. […]

Things Associated with Scotland: Symbols, Food, Traditions, and More

Things Associated with Scotland- Symbols, Food, Traditions, and More

Scotland is most commonly associated with kilts, bagpipes, Scotch whisky, haggis, Highland landscapes, and castles. Beyond those headline items, the country has a deep roster of national symbols, inventions, folklore, and traditions that shape its identity worldwide, from the unicorn as national animal to Alexander Graham Bell’s telephone. There’s a reason people keep coming back, and […]