Scotland travel advice
Travel advice
“Outside the hotspots like Skye, the highlands and islands of Scotland are one of the least populated areas in Europe and if you do have an adventurous spirit and a little imagination it is very easy to escape the crowds. The landscape just absorbs people and if I come across more than twelve people on a mountain day it’s a busy one.“
“Yes it takes a while to get to the Orkney or the Outer Hebrides, but I think the journey is all part of the experience. Our islands are something very special. Cycling on Gigha or walking around Colonsay are my favourites.“
Our Scotland Vacations
Orkney & Shetland self drive vacation, Scotland
Self-drive island-hopping through the Northern Isles
Scotland by railway vacation
Experience authentic Scotland independently and car-free
Wildlife vacation in the Isle of Mull, Scotland
Spot whales, otters and eagles on Isle of Mull, Scotland
Hebrides cruise, The Sounds of Mull, Luing, Shuna and Jura
Cruise the Sounds of the Hebrides: Mull, Luing, Jura, Shuna
West Highland Line railway vacation in Scotland
Take the "The World's Best Rail Journey" to the Isle of Skye
Scotland island hopping vacation, car free
Explore three contrasting Scottish islands car-free
Isle of Mull wildlife vacation in Scotland
Ultimate week of wildlife spotting on the Isle of Mull
Orkney Islands walking vacation
Rugged and remote islands with a fascinating history.
Isle of Mull and Small Isles explorer
An extraordinary voyage exploring Mull & the Small Isles.
Rail tour in North Highlands & Orkney
Scotland’s geographic extremities & ancient history by train
Hebrides short break cruise, Scotland
Scottish small cruise with a Taste of the Hebrides
West Highlands guided rail tour in Scotland
Discover Scotland's Highlands & distinctive islands by train
Whisky and wildlife sailing vacation in Scotland
Malt Whisky and Wildlife Cruise to Mull, Jura and Islay
Knoydart bunkhouse accommodation, Scotland
Friendly West Highland bunkhouse on the Knoydart peninsula
St Kilda, Outer Hebrides Cruise, Scotland
Cruise to St Kilda, Monachs, Outer Hebrides and Small Isles
Scottish traditional cruise, 4 days
Short break cruise in Argyll on the west coast of Scotland
Outer Hebrides and Shiant Isles cruise, Scotland
A magical cruise wandering through the Outer Hebrides
Caledonian Canal cruise, Scotland
Cruise the Caledonian Canal in a wee ship
Inner Hebrides Wildlife Cruise
A great introduction to the breath-taking Scottish Highlands
Skye and the Small Isles sailing vacation
Sail Scotland's Small Isles and visit spectacular Skye
Lands End To John O'Groats biking trip
Britain's classic cycling challenge
Southern Hebrides and Sea Lochs of Argyll cruise
A Scottish cruise to the Islands of the inner Hebrides
Scotland West Coast cruise, Skye and the Small Isles
Scottish Vacation to Skye and the Small Isles | Cruise
Tour of Britain by train
Explore England and Scotland's cities & landscapes by train.
Art cruise in Scotland
Scottish Island cruises perfect for relaxing and painting.
Skye and the Inner Hebrides cruise, Scotland
A unique cruise to the Isle of Skye and the Inner Hebrides
Scotland guided rail tour, Skye & Glencoe
Visit Scottish castles and beautiful gardens by train
Loch Ness & Skye guided rail tour, Scotland
Discover Scotland’s Highlands & Isle of Skye by Rail
St Kilda and the Outer Hebrides cruise, Scotland
Scottish Cruise to St Kilda and the Outer Hebrides
Great Glen Wayhiking vacation in Scotland
Self guided walking tour of Scotland's Great Glen
Cultural advice
“Take time to consider the link between people, the land and the place names. There is little awareness about this but so many of the place names have a historical significance and a story behind them. It helps you understand the place and brings it alive.“
Wildlife tips
“Don’t think you are going to have to cover huge distances to see a variety of wildlife. In the Cairngorms National Park, the center of the known universe as far as we’re concerned, we can go from high mountain tops with semi Arctic species such as Ptarmigan , Dotterel and Snow Bunting and then you can come down into the moors and see Red Grouse, Ring Ouzel and raptors in the valleys. Then right down to the Rivers Spey and Dee where the wetlands and ancient Caledonian pine forests have another variety of species, such as Scottish crossbill, capercaillie and crested tits. And then you are only half an hour from the coast which is a whole other world. All in a day.“
Whisky wisdom
"I know this may seem an obvious one but many visitors never get to the truth about Malt Whisky. Although not everyone’s tipple it’s a hugely varied and complex product if you know what to look for. Also, we have a big issue with too many deer preventing the natural regeneration of our native forests and woodlands in Scotland – eat venison! You will be doing the environment a big favour!"
Our top Scotland Vacation
Orkney & Shetland self drive vacation, Scotland
Self-drive island-hopping through the Northern Isles
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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Tips from our travelers in Scotland
We have selected some of the most useful travel tips that our guests have provided over the years to help you make the very most of your vacation - and the space inside your suitcase.


“Book in confidence. The relaxation week is thoughtfully planned with just the right rhythm set up, you can trust that it will work. And bring your waterproofs!“ - Lara Gisborne on a yoga vacation in Scotland
“Check out whats on locally for music and dancing - we had a fab time at the local ceilidh on New Years Eve and really enjoyed seeing scottish bands - all at the Village Hall“ - Lindy Brown


“Join in, enjoy the moment, wear layers – my personal favourite is a woolly hat. I traveled solo and felt comfortable from the outset; sharing a cabin was all part of the experience“ - Patricia Moss on our wildlife sailing vacation in Scotland
“Bring waterproofs! We had five solid days of sunshine, but even in these conditions, a waterproof coat and trousers come in very handy for dingy launching and riding, lobster pot launching and retrieval etc where splashing at the very least is inevitable“ - Sophie Hood on our wildlife sailing vacation in Scotland
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