Scotland has a long literary tradition, with exceptional home-grown talent and in providing inspiration for authors across the world; the novels of Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson helped to put Scotland on the literary map. Some of the most popular modern Scottish authors are in the crime genre, Ian Rankin, Cristopher Brookmyre and…
Sunshine is beginning to peek through the clouds and the temperatures are slowly rising across Scotland. Spring is officially here, and with it beautiful displays of flowers of all shapes and sizes. March, April and May are the most colourful months, so here is a checklist for you: how many of these spring flowers can…
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and it is making us crave a cold, refreshing pint. So here is an idea for your Scottish holiday… why not book a tour of one (or more) of the local breweries, only a short drive from our cottages? Or simply look for their delicious craft beers…
A big part of traveling is… food of course. Whether you are traveling to a whole new country or just a different area, food remains an important aspect of your trip. Local restaurants are a great way to explore the local cuisine but what if you prefer to cook at home? Cooking at home saves…
The last couple of weeks might have been cold and windy, but we believe that March will bring a few warmer sunny days. With spring on its way, here are 5 things to do in Scotland over the next couple of months. Fishing March 15th officially marks the beginning of the brown trout fishing…
Visitors from all over the world travel to Balquhidder to see the last resting place of Scottish outlaw and hero, Rob Roy MacGregor. Named “Roy” (gaelic Rudh) due to his red beard, MacGregor was a thorn in the side of the establishment of his day, known for cattle rustling and later as an outlaw. He…
If you’re looking to challenge yourself this year, get out and explore Scotland, get fit and explore the history and heritage of the country, then this blog might be for you. Who were the Caterans? In the middle ages, cattle thieves known as the Caterans terrorized the areas around Glenshee. The gaelic ‘ceatharn’ (warrior)…
Outlander has taken the world by storm since the first series began in 2014. People have been captivated by the romance of Claire and Jamie, making stars of Catriona Balfe and Sam Heughan. If you can’t get enough of Outlander then a visit to some of the filming locations in Scotland is surely in order.…
Valentine’s Day is approaching, and to celebrate the most romantic time of the year, we are bringing you a selection of our favourite Scottish tales. Tam Lin The first story comes from the Scottish Borders, a tale of courage and magic that breaks all stereotypes. Instead of a damsel in distress, Tam Lin presents…
New decade, new holiday checklist. So why not make it fun? Here are some ideas for alternative travelling plans to spice up the next ten years. Eco Tourism and Voluntourism There are many ways to help the planet while enjoying your time off. The first one is to try and reduce your carbon footprint…