Edinburgh
Capital of Scotland, UNESCO City of Literature, UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to the world’s biggest arts festival and the Royal Military Tattoo…there is so much to see and do in Edinburgh! Edinburgh Castle: icon of Scotland, no visit to Edinburgh is complete without a...
Glasgow
Glasgow, in the west of Scotland, is a fascinating city to visit. It is a bustling modern city which nonetheless celebrates its industrial heritage as the “Second City of Empire” during the 19th century. Here you will find great shopping, vibrant bars and restaurants, as...
Stirling
“He who holds Stirling, holds Scotland” The city of Stirling’s strategic position in the heart of Scotland has contributed enormously to its prominence in the history of Scotland over the centuries. Located at the lowest bridging point of the River Forth, Stirling was major focal...
The Isle of Harris
Harris is actually part of Lewis and Harris, the largest island in the Outer Hebrides which lies 24 miles off the north west coast of Scotland. Lewis and Harris are frequently referred to as two separate islands, but they are in fact all part of...
The Calanais Standing Stones
On the western edge of the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, overlooking the waters of Loch Roag, stand the mysterious Calanais standing stones. Erected around 5000 years ago, the stones form a circle surrounded by a cruciform shape, and are believed to have...
Abbotsford, home of Sir Walter Scott
Sir Walter Scott, novelist, poet, playwright and historian, was born in Edinburgh in 1771. To aid his recovery from a childhood bout of polio, he was sent to stay with his grandparents on their farm at Sandyknowe near Smailhom Tower in the Scottish Borders. It...
The Legend of Thomas the Rhymer
Scotland is full of folklore – tales of fairies and “little people”, and talk of the gift of second sight . . Thomas of Ercildoune, who became known as Thomas the Rhymer, lived in the Scottish Borders back in the 13th century. The story goes...
St Andrews Cathedral
St Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland, and the attractive seaside town of St Andrews on the east coast also bears his name. According to legend, the relics of St Andrew were brought here in the 8th century and a shrine was established, dedicated...
Shetland
Lying 110 miles north of the coast of mainland Scotland, the Shetland Isles are the most northerly outpost of the British Isles. The largest island is known as the “mainland” and the capital, Lerwick, can be reached by ferry (from Aberdeen or Orkney) or by...
Orkney
The Orkney Islands lie off the northern coast of Scotland and are easily reached either by air or by ferry. There are over 70 islands making up Orkney, and around 20 of those are inhabited. The islands have been inhabited since early times, and today...
Scottish Cities
Scotland has a wealth of fantastic cities to explore, with great places to visit as well as excellent restaurants, pubs, shopping and vibrant nightlife. Some highlights Edinburgh – Scotland’s capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the medieval Old Town and the Georgian New...
24 Hour Assistance
We appreciate our guests from overseas will inevitably come across the odd problem or two when in Scotland. Thankfully, such problems are nearly always very minor and easily resolved. However, to give some peace of mind when here, all guests have access to the Scottish...
