Scotland is Calling
An Otherworldy Cave
Stay in a Castle
The Birthplace of Golf
Outer Hebrides
What's a Highland Coo?
Jaw-Dropping Cinematic Scenery
A Whisky Aficionado's Dream
All Aboard Hogwarts Express
Epic Stargazing
Foodie's Delight
The Royal Treatment
The expanses of green. The allure of culture and history.
The experience of sleeping in stately castles yourself. The joy of tasting whisky from the source and unrivaled culinary flavors. Not to mention the country’s welcoming spirit and that famous Scottish humor. It’s all waiting for you in Scotland.
An Otherworldy Cave
The Royal
Treatment
The Royal
Treatment
The Royal
Treatment
The Royal
Treatment
The Royal
Treatment
The Royal
Treatment
The Royal
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The Royal
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The Royal
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Located in the Inner Hebrides, Argyll on the uninhabited island of Staffa, Fingal’s Cave is the kind of place that looks like something out of a surreal dream. Created some 60 million years ago by an ancient lava flow, it’s one of the world’s best examples of volcanic basalt columns.
The royal family have had a long-lasting love affair with Scotland. From locations filmed in The Crown to real-life residences such as Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire—the current Queen’s favorite holiday destination—discover the landscapes and magnificent settings in Scotland that burst with royal connections.
Discover the hidden culinary delights of Glasgow's vibrant neighborhoods, where upwards of 100 eateries offer vegan-friendly fare, and several renowned restaurants have won praise from travel publications including AFAR and the Michelin Guide. You’ll find fine food all over the city, but especially in Finnieston, hailed as the city’s “foodie quarter.”
Home to Europe’s second Dark Sky Park, as well as many Dark Sky Discovery Sites—places with low levels of light pollution, revealing ink-black skies alight with dazzling stars—Scotland is a perfect destination for eager stargazers. Come see the magnificent night sky peppered with stars, distant planets, and streaking meteors.
One of the great railway journeys of the world, this 84-mile round trip takes you past a list of impressive extremes, from the highest mountain in Britain to its deepest freshwater loch. Harry Potter fans will recognize the steam engine and carriages used for the Hogwarts Express as it travels past the Glenfinnan viaduct, an unmistakable icon of the series.
By far the largest (based on its high density of distilleries) and arguably the most famous of Scotland's whisky regions, Speyside in the Northeast of Scotland sits in a fertile valley of rivers and secluded glens and is home to more than half of the country's distilleries. Tour some beloved icons of Scotch whisky or find new favorites.
From big-screen blockbusters like Harry Potter and James Bond (no fewer than four 007 films have been shot here) to television gems like The Crown and Outlander, the dramatic Scottish landscape has been a favorite for filmmakers for decades. Discover why at film locations that include vast beaches, ancient castles, epic mountains, idyllic rolling hills, fascinating cities and historic towns, and villages throughout the country.
Have a meet and greet with Scotland’s hairy and loveable Highland cows, or “coos” as the Scots call them. You’ll come up close and personal with the ancient breed via a purpose-built trailer, learn how they play a vital role in the Highlands’ ecosystem, and cap things off with traditional farmhouse fare baked by your hosts.
Off the west coast of Scotland on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, sits the Outer Hebrides, a diverse chain of interconnected islands with their own distinctive ways of life. Discover pristine, powder-white beaches, roaring waves, and unlimited adventures with an abundance of wildlife, all within a vibrant Gaelic island culture, serving up first-class food.
Golf fans won’t want to miss the chance to perfect their swing in the very place where the game originated way back in the 15th century, St Andrews—also known as the home of golf. Breathe in fresh sea air while playing on some of the finest links in the world at 10 courses throughout town.
Why just tour castles? You can play king or queen for a night or more at numerous five-star castle hotels and elegant homes throughout Scotland. Options include a 12th-century fortress built for defense against warring clans, a tower house with Jacobite connections, and grand Baronial mansions where you’ll feel like the Monarch of the Glen.
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