The United Kingdom has cosmopolitan cities, ancient roman ruins, and lovely countryside pubs.
Enjoy the juxtaposition of old & new in the UK!
5 Scotland Road Trips That Aren’t the NC500
Yes, folks, there is more to see in the beautiful country of Scotland than just the NC500. While the North Coast 500 route is spectacular, there are so many more …
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Isle of Skye Itinerary : 2-3 days on a wildly beautiful Scottish Island
Winding your way through the Highlands of Scotland, cresting the hill at Kyle of Lochalsh and seeing the beautiful and wild Isle of Skye in front of you – it …
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Aizle Restaurant : Scottish Gastronomical Delights
#AizleRhymesWithHazel I’ve been meaning to write about our tasting menu experience at Aizle ever since we visited. Hoping that the experience of writing about the meal would magically transport me …
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Things to do in Oban & Easdale Island, Scotland – 2 Day Itinerary
I had the pleasure of living in Scotland for 15 years and it is truly a magical country. Aside from being close and convenient to Europe, Scotland has some incredible …
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A Local’s Guide to Edinburgh, Scotland
Edinburgh is a magical city. From the ancient buildings and monuments, to the amazing pub and restaurant scene, Edinburgh is a city with old bones but a modern sensibility. I …
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London in One Day – 24 Hour Guide
London deserves a lot more than 24 hours of your attention, but this gives you a good jumping off point. Whether you are just in London for one day, or …
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Visiting the Kelpies in Falkirk, Scotland
“A water spirit in the form of a horse” – One of the most googled crossword clues – the answer: A Kelpie! The Kelpies are also stunning sculptures located in …
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Firth of Forth Boat Tour in Scotland
The Firth of Forth is the estuary where many rivers (including the Forth River) meet the North Sea; near Edinburgh in Scotland. With Edinburgh to the South and Fife to …
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Visiting Giant’s Causeway with a Dog
We travel with our dog, Moose, as often as possible. On a recent trip to the Emerald Isle, we got to experience a lot of amazing activities in Northern Ireland …
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A Visit to the National Museum in Edinburgh
I lived in Edinburgh for 15 years, but only went to the National Museum of Scotland on Chambers Street a handful of times. One of those times had been to …
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A Day Trip to North Berwick Scotland
North Berwick is a town 25 miles east of Edinburgh, in the region of East Lothian. Only 30 minutes by train from Edinburgh, it is an easy day trip. This coastal …
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Ireland Photography – Road Trip in Ireland Photo Essay
We recently had the pleasure of spending 9 days in Northern Ireland and Ireland. This selection of Ireland photography is just a sneak peak at the gorgeous countryside we encountered. …
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A Weekend at Hadrian’s Wall
Hadrian’s Wall is an incredible Roman structure that runs across the north of England. Construction of this ancient fortification was started in AD 122, during the reign of emperor Hadrian. Today, …
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24 Hours in York
York is a wee gem of a place. And as with any place I write about, I would highly recommend spending more than 1 day there. But, I know that …
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A Scarborough Seaside Holiday
As a foreigner, I’ve always had this nostalgic, rose-coloured idea of the English sea side. I had visions of a marvellous Victorian past – with majestic promenades, curly wrought iron …
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A Weekend in the Scottish Borders
We are always looking for places we can take our dog for a weekend away from Edinburgh; and the Scottish Borders has become a favourite for us. With history, quaint …
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One Day in Edinburgh : 24 Hour Guide
I always recommend that people spend more than 24 hours in a place, but for those times when that is not possible. Here are my top tips for spending one day …
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A Weekend in York : 2 Day City Guide
A weekend in York is always a good idea. Less than 2.5 hours from Edinburgh, and under 2 hours from London, York is an easy weekend break away. History, fabulous …
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Staying in a log cabin in Dunoon, Scotland
Dunoon is on the West Coast of Scotland, and while it is attached to the mainland, it sits out on a peninsula of land, so it is much quicker to …
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