Scotland

Discovering Inverness: Quiet Charms and Unexpected Beauty 1. Arrival in Inverness: Lowered Expectations, Pleasant Surprises When we arrived in Inverness, I honestly didn’t have high expectations. The famous Inverness Castle was under renovation, so it wasn’t even on our itinerary, and the sun was already dipping low. I figured we’d just take a casual evening […]

After checking into our hotel in Inverness, we soon felt the pangs of hunger. Naturally, I searched for some nearby restaurants and spotted a pizza place that looked promising. But here’s the catch—we had pizza the night before, and strangely enough, it didn’t tempt us this time. While wandering around the hotel area, we stumbled

Urquhart Castle: Medieval Ruins and Loch Ness Adventures for the Whole Family Perched on the rugged cliffs of Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle is a breathtaking destination in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. On a clear day, sunlight sparkles across the loch, perfectly complementing the crumbling stone walls—a view straight out of a postcard. And

Exploring The Singleton of Glen Ord Distillery: A Whisky Journey for the Whole Family During our Highland road trip to Inverness, we stumbled upon a truly special destination: The Singleton of Glen Ord Distillery. In Scotland, whisky isn’t just a drink; it’s a culture. Naturally, I wanted to experience a distillery tour, and Singleton seemed

Loch Morlich: A Hidden Gem in the Cairngorms After our enchanting reindeer tour, we stopped for lunch and stumbled upon an absolutely stunning spot in the Cairngorms National Park: Loch Morlich. In Scotland, “Loch” refers to a lake or a sea inlet, so you could think of it as Morlich Lake. We set up a

Cairngorm Reindeer Centre: A Magical Highland Encounter After exploring Edinburgh, our next stop was the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre, nestled in the stunning Cairngorm Mountains. It’s roughly a three-hour drive from Edinburgh and is the only place in the UK where you can meet a semi-wild herd of reindeer up close. Naturally, we booked in advance

The Ultimate Edinburgh Travel Guide – 10 Must-Visit Places You’ll Fall in Love With Edinburgh is a city that sneaks under your skin in the nicest possible way. Between ancient stone buildings, winding cobbled streets, and bursts of green, it feels like the past and present are dancing together. Every corner has a story, sometimes

Walking the Royal Mile: Why St Giles’ Cathedral Feels Like Edinburgh’s Heart As you stroll down the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, suddenly a grand building appears ahead — tall, majestic, with a spiky crown-like steeple that dominates the skyline. That’s St Giles’ Cathedral. Though often called a “cathedral,” it technically isn’t one in the Catholic

Makars Gourmet Mash Bar — Edinburgh’s Must-Visit Mash Heaven If you love mashed potatoes, Makars Gourmet Mash Bar should be at the top of your Edinburgh food list. Nestled on Bank Street, this cosy spot specialises in creative mash platters with toppings that range from hearty meats to imaginative vegetarian twists. 📍 Where & When

The Legacy of Scotland’s Kings Before wandering deeper into the castle, I couldn’t help but think of the centuries of history behind those ancient walls. Scotland’s monarchy traces its roots back to Kenneth MacAlpin, who united the Picts and Scots in 843 — the moment many consider the true beginning of Scotland. As Kimchi asked