If you’ve ever found yourself rattling through the Scottish countryside on a slightly creaky but oddly charming intercity train, this one’s for you. ScotRail has officially confirmed it’s phasing out its ageing High Speed Trains and bringing in a fleet of refurbished Class 222 trains. The rollout begins in 2027 and wraps up by the […]
Author Archives: Two Scots Abroad
I’ll be honest. The first time I saw a Highland cow up close, I confidently pointed at one and said, “That one’s the male. Look at the horns.” boy was, I was wrong. Very wrong. And if you’re here wondering “do female Highland cows have horns?”, you’re probably in the same boat I was, standing […]
You’d think answering “what is the most beautiful Greek island?” would be simple. It’s Greece. Throw a rock into the Aegean and you’ll probably hit something absurdly scenic. Blue domes, white villages, turquoise water, cats lounging on stone steps like they own the place. But here’s the problem. There are over 200 inhabited Greek islands […]
Scotland, Travel Planning
Where to Stay in Scottish Highlands, What to Do, A 3-Day Itinerary Travel Guide
The first time I drove into the Scottish Highlands, I remember thinking something along the lines of, “My god… this is the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen.” I couldn’t believe my eyes and I knew I’d be back time and time again, looking for where to stay in Scottish Highlands. The mountains are breathtaking, […]
Standing on the summit of Ben Vorlich for the first time is one of those moments where Scotland quietly shows off. No dramatic fanfare. No ticket booths. Just you, a patchwork of lochs and mountains, and wind that feels like it’s been travelling since the Ice Age. We hiked Ben Vorlich expecting a nice day […]