Scotland is full of cabins, lodges and remote places to stay, but (in our experience) finding a luxury eco lodge in Scotland that balances sustainability, design AND comfort can feel like a challenge. However, set on the shores of Loch Ken (in the Southwest of Scotland), Loch Ken Eco Bothies offers a small collection of low impact, carefully designed retreats that bring you closer to nature without giving up comfortable details. At the start of March 2026, I was invited along to stay in The Osprey Bothy, an enormous private eco ‘cabin’ that sits quietly within the landscape. Currently a one-off design, aesthetically, it’s probably not what people have in…

When you think of ancient monuments in Scotland, you probably picture rural locations: windswept fields, dramatic coastlines, and misty glens. What I doubt you’d expect is a 4,000-year-old Bronze Age standing stone sitting quietly at the end of a suburban cul-de-sac in Edinburgh. Yet that’s exactly what I recently came across on Ravenswood Avenue in the Inch. This prehistoric relic is older than Arthur’s Seat, older than the castles that dominate Edinburgh’s skyline, and even older than most of the monuments we think of as “ancient.” Somehow, it has quietly survived centuries of change (rarely visited in comparison to its countryside counterparts) and now lives side by side with everyday…

Did you know that the UK’s tallest waterfall isn’t in the Lake District or Snowdonia, but tucked away in the remote Highlands of Scotland? Eas a’ Chual Aluinn, which translates to “waterfall of the beautiful tresses,” is a dramatic cascade that plunges 200 metres down a cliff face – almost three times the height of Niagara Falls. Despite its grandeur, this incredible site is often overlooked by road trippers rushing along the North Coast 500. I’d done the NC500 three times before I even found out the falls were there! I can only presume that casual travellers don’t hear about it because it’s a tougher site to get to (on…

Why you haven’t heard about the Palestine Museum in Edinburgh (and why you should visit) If you’re only just hearing about the new Palestine Museum in Edinburgh, you’re not alone! I recently shared a video reel on Instagram and TikTok about this important cultural space, and it became immediately clear: the content was being held back. Despite high engagement from my usual community, analytics showed a sharp decline in reach. I dug into the data (and shared my findings on our IG Stories) and the results told a frustrating story. This wasn’t just a coincidence. On platforms where visibility often relies on virality, it seems the topic of Palestine still…

Are your heading to the Scottish Highlands and ticking off Loch Ness? Have you heard of The Highland Club in Fort Augustus? As a Scottish person advocating for small tour companies and local guides, I’m probably not supposed to say this, but I don’t think there’s enough time to do Edinburgh (or Glasgow … or anywhere in the Central Belt for that matter) to Loch Ness in a day trip! As a rule, I really recommend you plot in at least two nights if you want to see a bit of the area around Loch Ness without spending the entire day getting sore in the car. And, with that in…

If you’re planning a trip to Edinburgh in 2026, there’s something you might want to budget for … Scotland’s first visitor levy! After years of discussion, Edinburgh City Council has officially confirmed that a 5% tourist tax will kick in from 24 July 2026. The extra charge will apply to most paid accommodation stays, with Edinburgh council optimistically stating that it is expected to generate around £50 million a year to improve the city’s infrastructure and services. City council leader Jane Meagher called it a “historic moment for Edinburgh,” saying, “This levy allows us to reinvest in the services that make Edinburgh such a fantastic place to live and visit.”…

Tucked away on the blue shores of Loch Fyne, Portavadie is a hidden gem on Scotland’s West Coast, offering a satisfying blend of luxury and nature. Regardless of whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or an outdoor Scottish adventure, Portavadie caters to all tastes with its modern accommodations and beautiful surroundings. From the infinity pool overlooking the loch (famed for being the largest outdoor infinity pool in Scotland), to the slick port-view apartments, this destination is great for those looking to unwind. In this review, I’ll be covering why Portavadie stands out as one of Scotland’s premier getaways, but also highlighting the bits that (in my opinion) need improving. BOOK…

As a Scot, I’m more than familiar with the harrowing tales of Scotland’s persecution of ‘witches’ (mostly women), which hit its peak between the late 16th to the early 18th century. However, it was only recently that I learned of Lillias Aidie’s grave; the ‘only known named witch’s grave in all of Scotland’. To keep the trolls at bay, I might add that this was heavily disputed in my TikTok video comments. However (I am told), the explanation for this claim was that it is the only one that a) had a body b) was confirmed to have a body in it c) had a name attached to it. In this…