Scotland

Part 2. The Darker Side of Edinburgh Castle: From Military Prison to War Captives The Military Prison Just a few steps away from the Crown Jewels, the atmosphere changes completely.Here stands Edinburgh Castle’s Military Prison, a small yet strikingly strict world of its own. Built in 1842, it was used to discipline soldiers who broke […]

[Part 1] Crown & Cannon: The Heart of Edinburgh Castle It was still early when we arrived at Edinburgh Castle. The sun hadn’t yet burned through the morning haze, and the air felt fresh and ancient all at once.Standing by the drawbridge before the crowds arrived, I thought — this must be what it felt

Don’t Miss This Free Edinburgh Gem: A Family Day at the National Museum of Scotland The National Museum of Scotland, located right in the heart of Edinburgh, offers an incredible array of exhibitions — from history and science to world culture and art — all with free entry. Especially for families, it’s one of the

[Travel Hack] Slash Your Scotland Trip Costs with the Historic Environment Scotland Membership My travel to-do list is endless. Over Easter we explored Scotland and the Highlands, squeezed in a Belgian cruise for a friend’s hen do, and now I’m planning Devon and Cornwall for the half-term. The trips never stop — but the blog

[Scotland Morning Walk] Edinburgh’s Gardens, Ross Fountain & Hidden Stories on Day One No matter when I go to sleep, my body seems to wake automatically at 6 a.m. — so, unsurprisingly, today I was up just as the city stirred. The kids, as always, were content with croissants for breakfast. I popped into a

[Scotland Road Trip] From Whitby to Edinburgh: Unexpected Delays, Midnight Arrival & Castle Lights We left Whitby thinking, “Four hours should be plenty to reach Edinburgh.” But as always with road trips, the unexpected awaited us. Not long into the drive, our peaceful road trip soundtrack was replaced by a dramatic twist — courtesy of

Hapimag Edinburgh: Our Family Stay in a Charming West End Boutique Hotel During our recent trip to Edinburgh, we stayed at the Hapimag Stadtresidenz Edinburgh, a 4-star boutique hotel nestled in the city’s tranquil West End. The hotel is housed in a converted townhouse, offering a charming mix of historic character and modern comforts. Its