How to Avoid Midges in Scotland: Top Tips & Best Repellents
Planning a trip to Scotland? Beware of midges! These tiny biting insects are notorious for swarming hikers, campers, and anyone exploring Scotland’s beautiful outdoors. From the Scottish Highlands to the West Coast, midges thrive in damp, mild conditions, especially in…
The ULTIMATE guide to the Leutascher Geisterklamm
This is the ultimate guide to the Leutascher Geisterklamm, a stunning gorge in Bavaria. Straddling the Austria-Germany border, the Leutascher Geisterklamm is an easy hike with the reward of beautiful scenery. In this post, I’ll share a bit of background…
Islay & Jura in Winter: the essential guide
Often visited as a pair, Islay and Jura are two small islands off Scotland’s west coast, towards the south of the Inner Hebrides. Slightly less mountainous and rugged than Skye, these islands are known primarily for their unparalleled peated whiskies!…
17 Best Places to see Puffins in Scotland
Discover the best places to see Puffins in Scotland in this guide. We’ll share the best places to see Puffins in Scotland, some Puffin facts, links to tours, and tips for viewing and photographing these iconic birds. ABOUT PUFFINS: Puffins…
Wild Camping on the Isle of Mull: Know before you go
We’re very lucky to have such incredible outdoor access rights in Scotland. This guide with a map will help you get the most from your visit to the Isle of Mull, as I take you through everything you need to…
Is Diving in Silfra worth the money? Everything you need to know [2024]
Over 70% of Earth is underwater (they don’t call it the Blue Planet for nothing!) and since getting my PADI certification in Honduras, I’ve been obsessed with including at least a little bit of diving in all of my travel…
How to hike Zugspitze in a day [2024 Update]
Make Zugspitze a day hike! All you need to know to summit Germany's highest peak in just one day. Maps, altitudes and routes provided.
The best Iceland DIY winter golden circle itinerary [2024]
Whether you’re visiting for a few days, or a few weeks, the Golden Circle route offers a perfect introduction to Iceland. This DIY winter golden circle itinerary is a self-driving itinerary optimised for those short winter days! You’ll get to…
The Best Coffee in Leith: Top Picks from a Local
We love coffee. And we love Leith! So we put two together and made this guide to the best coffee in Leith. We hope you like it. If you’ve spent any time on this blog, you’ll know that a lot…
Iceland’s Reykjadalur Hot Springs in Winter: Everything you need to know [2024]
Winter is definitely one of the best times to visit Reykjadalur Hot Springs. Not only is it magical to bathe in a geothermal river whilst being surrounded by snowy mountains, but you’ll get the whole place to yourself. Keep reading…
10 practical tips to discover Iceland on a budget in winter [2024]
Embarking on a winter adventure to Iceland doesn’t have to drain your bank account. In fact, with a bit of savvy planning and some insider tips, you can experience the magic of this Nordic wonderland without breaking the bank. From…
Skiing in Scotland: the Ultimate Guide
Everything you ever wanted to know about skiing in Scotland, including where to go, when to go, and why to go! Before the rise of budget airlines, Scottish slopes were the only place most Brits got a taste of alpine…
