Scotland’s Orkney Isles, Land Pawned for a Dowry
Just 20 miles off the northeastern coast of Scotland, Orkney is an archipelago of 70 islands best-known for their Neolithic sites, tall sandstone cliffs and seal colonies. In Visiting the Orkney Islands, part one in our series on these unique Scottish islands, learn more on what to see and do in Orkney.
The Real Scotland: Traveling in the Highlands
Traveling in the Highlands reveals a different side of Scotland, with craggy rock-strewn mountains and towering cliffs that plunge to the sea below.
Travel in the Shetland Islands
In the remote seas of Scotland's northernmost horizon, the Shetlands Islands are a world of their own.
Scotland’s Outer Hebrides Islands: Castles, Tweeds and a Runway on the...
In the Outer Hebrides Islands of Scotland, the airport landing strip is a beach, sheep outnumber people and life takes on a slower pace.
High on the Hill: Exploring Edinburgh’s Old Town
Traditional teas, rich hot chocolate and the national cuisine of haggis make steep cobblestone streets worth the walk.
Rain or Shine: Castle Stay near Loch Lomond
A romantic five-star castle hotel is the perfect base to explore Scotland's Loch Lomond.
24 Hours in Royal Edinburgh, Scotland
You could easily spend a week exploring Edinburgh, but here's what to see if you only have 24 hours.
Scotland: The Unspoiled Kingdom of the Cats
A local shares what she loves about the unspoiled Kingdom of the Cats in Scotland – and why you might want to visit Caithness too.
