Scottish Holidays - Great Holidays on your Doorstep

It's amazing that with such a big variety of things to do and places to visit that so few people enjoy Scottish holidays. Even if you live in Lands End, Scotland is only a few hours away. read more: Scottish Holidays

Places to Visit in Scotland

It's not possible to cover all the varied and beautiful places that Scotland has to offer the holiday maker in one short article. But I'll do my best to cover my personal favourites. read more: Places to visit in Scotland

Places to Stay in Scotland

Whatever your budget, the choice of accommodation for a Scottish holiday is wide and varied. read more: Places to stay in Scotland

City Breaks in Scotland

Whether it's for the history, the many cultural events, the food and nightlife, or simply just to get away from it all, a city break in Scotland offers a range of getaways that few other countries can match. read more: City Breaks in Scotland

Golf Holidays in Scotland

With over 250,000 golf club members and over 580 golf courses, Scotland must be regarded as golf capital of the world. read more: Golf Holidays in Scotland

Scottish Holidays - Great Holidays on your Doorstep

It's amazing that with such a great variety of things to do and places to visit that so few people enjoy Scottish holidays.

Even if you live in Lands End, Scotland is only a few hours away depending on your choice of transport, and what an amazing variety of holiday choices there are.

Scottish Holiday

With something for everyone, Scotland has something to please every holidaymaker.

With a great range of activities on offer, historical buildings to enjoy and the annual events drawing people from around the world, you could spend the next few years visiting Scotland and still not have the chance to relish everything.

Scottish City Breaks

Never lacking in history and vibrancy, Scotland’s larger cities have something to offer all year round. The Scottish capital Edinburgh is renowned for its historic buildings, international events, arts, bars and restaurants. While Edinburgh is its capital, it is Glasgow which is Scotland’s largest city, with art galleries, museums, shopping and nightlife to entice you. Then there are the cities you've heard about but may know little about: Aberdeen; Dundee; Inverness; Stirling; all each offering a unique slant on Scottish culture, life and history.

The imposing Majesty of Scotland's Castles

Be captured by these magnificent structures, built over the centuries to impress and protect. Scotland has some of the most outstanding castles in Europe, brimming with history and artefacts.

The most famous of Scotland's castles is Edinburgh castle. Home to the Scottish crown jewels, there has been a castle on this site since the 11th century. Be ready at one o'clock when they fire the cannon each day!

Stirling castle overlooks two Scotland’s most famous battlefields, that of Bannockburn and Stirling Bridge. Partly restored to the look of the fifteenth century, discover more about the ancient feud between Scotland and England.

Those are just two of Scotland's great castles. Make time to visit: Eilean Donan; Caerlaverock Castle in Dumfries; Glamis castle in Angus; Blair Castle in Perthshire; Craigevar castle in Aberdeenshire; to name but a few.

An entire holiday could be enjoyed touring Scottish castles alone.

Scotland tamed and untamed...

The harshness and beauty of Scotland’s countryside is unmatched, and glorious with rare plants, beautiful walks and stunning wildlife.

Scotland has two national parks, Loch Lomond and the Trassachs National Park. These beautiful wilderness areas make them the perfect areas to relax and recharge. Whether a short walking holiday or a longer stay, you will come away feeling that you have been in touch with nature and ready to face the "real world" again with renewed vigour.
Along with the untamed is the tamed, with Scotland’s famous zoos and wildlife parks. Known throughout the world is Edinburgh zoo, with Britain’s only Giant Pandas! Wildlife parks include: Blair Drummond; the Highland Wildlife Park; and Auchingarrich Wildlife Park.

Not to be missed if you love wildlife is a visit to Deep Sea World the UK’s longest underwater viewing tunnel.

I've just covered a few of the many places and activities you can enjoy in Scotland. There's golf; rock climbing; sailing; fishing; caving; country sports; music festivals; highland games; and so much more.

You'll always be given a great welcome whatever you choose to do on your visit to Scotland. Enjoy your Scottish holiday!