On our recent trip to the Scottish Highlands, we discovered a little spot that quickly became a highlight of our stay in Inverness. The food was reliably good, the atmosphere was welcoming, and before we knew it, we were booking it again for the next night. Here’s what we loved about this gem of a restaurant in the storybook center of Inverness.
When we planned our trip to Scotland, taking a Loch Ness boat tour was at the top of our list of things to do. Nessie legends aside, Loch Ness is one of the most famous lakes in the world, and we wanted to see it for ourselves. Did it live up to the hype? What boat operator should you book? We’ll tell you all about…
Are you dreaming of an adventure through the Scottish Highlands but don’t want to brave the drive yourself? That’s exactly why we hired a private driver to take us on a full day tour from Inverness to Isle of Skye. You’ll see the stunning scenery of the Scottish Highlands on this adventure, but there are a few things to consider when weighing whether it’s worth…
If you only have one day in Edinburgh, we have some tips on how to make the most of your itinerary in Scotland’s capital. The city is compact and walkable, but some attractions may require a short Uber ride. This itinerary includes iconic sights such as Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, a detour to the beautiful Royal Botanic Garden, and a mix of traditional…
Glasgow often flies under the radar for visitors heading to Scotland, but if you spend even a single day here you’ll see why it’s worth your time. When we were walking around it felt like the New York City of Scotland. It has grit and charm, mixing Victorian architecture with urban energy, a vibrant food scene, and plenty of green spaces to balance out the…
Edinburgh’s Old Town is a great place to eat in Scotland, with traditional Scottish dishes, lively pubs, and casual spots along the Royal Mile and the narrow alleyways that branch off it. This guide covers the best places to eat in Edinburgh for traditional food and comfort classics, from Cullen Skink and haggis to the legendary fried Mars bar. We’ll also point you to the…
No two experiences are ever the same. Our day flight on SAS business class was totally different from our night journey, so we wanted to do a second review. We recently discussed our first SAS business class experience on an overnight flight from Washington, D.C. to Copenhagen. While we appreciated some aspects, we left underwhelmed and felt premium economy would be fine for the return…
Copenhagen is beautiful, walkable, and full of character, but it is not a cheap city. Even before we landed, our flight attendant warned us that food and drinks would be shockingly expensive. He was right. With a bit of planning fueled by wanderlust, however, it was totally possible to see many of the highlights in one day without spending excessively. Here is how we structured our…
I wanted to visit Andorra because I am fascinated by tiny countries, how they maintain independence, and how they became micro-nations in the first place. So, on our most recent visit to Barcelona I jumped at the opportunity to add the small mountain nation of Andorra to our list of UN countries. Now that the trip is complete, I have to say the experience absolutely…
Turkish Airlines business class is known for great food, lounge access, and long-haul comfort, but the seat experience varies a lot by aircraft. We flew four long-haul Turkish Airlines business class flights from Washington, DC to Southeast Asia to see how the seat, service, and onboard experience stack up – and whether the product is really worth the price.
