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The Scottish Highlands – A Complete Guide

A comprehensive guide to the Scottish Highlands covering where to go, what to see, wildlife, whisky, food, history, driv...

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Best Whisky Distillery Tours in Scotland

A region-by-region guide to the best whisky distillery tours in Scotland, from Speyside and the Highlands to Islay, the ...

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Beaver Trail, Rothiemurchus

Walk the Beaver Trail at Rothiemurchus near Aviemore – a 7km loop through ancient Caledonian pine forest past Lochan M...

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Dunbeath Broch: Explore an Iron Age Broch

Find out how to visit, what to expect, and the broch’s fascinating history on the scenic NC500 route....

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Ousdale Broch: Iron Age Tower & Highland Clearance Village

Ousdale Broch and Borg Village, a Highland Clearance site near one of Scotland’s best-preserved Iron Age brochs....

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The Emigrants Statue in Helmsdale

A poignant memorial in Helmsdale to those displaced during the Highland Clearances in North Scotland....

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Discover the Delights of The Penny Bun @ Badaguish

Join us as we sample the culinary delights of the Penny Bun, near Loch Morlich and Aviemore....

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Feshiebridge, amazing scenic walks in the Scottish Highlands

Discover the breathtaking walks and scenic views in Feshiebridge, near Aviemore in the Scottish Highlands....

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Craigellachie National Nature Reserve: A Stunning Walk

Craigellachie National Nature Reserve in Aviemore. Explore silver birch forests, picturesque lochs, and breathtaking vi...

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Leakey's Bookshop - Scotland's Most Enchanting Bookshop

Leakey's Bookshop in Inverness, a literary treasure housed in a stunning 17th-century church....

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Aviemore Ice Rink: A Highland Gem for Skating Enthusiasts

Explore the history and charm of Aviemore Ice Rink. From its origins to the community-led revival....

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Ancient Forest Twi-Lights 2023: Magical Night Walk at Landmark

Explore the enchanting Ancient Forest Twi-Lights at Landmark Adventure Park, Aviemore....

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Zipline Aviemore: An Exhilarating Highland Adventure

Discover breathtaking views, safety tips, costs, and personal experiences at Scotland's stunning Alvie Estate....

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Free guide: 5 Days in Inverness Travel Itinerary

From Loch Ness to Urquhart Castle, experience the magic of the Scottish Highlands. Plan your trip now!...

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Free guide: 5 Days in Dornoch Travel Itinerary

Dornoch Travel Itinerary: How to spend 5 days in Dornoch in north Scotland, activities, hotels and places to eat....

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Free guide: 5 Days in Aviemore Travel Itinerary

Aviemore Travel Itinerary: How to spend 5 days in Aviemore, activities, hotels and places to eat....

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The best things to do in the Fort William area in West Scotland

Fort William, known as the outdoors capital of Scotland is a fantastic place for an adventure on the west coast....

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Free things to do in Inverness, the largest city in the Highlands

A list of things to do in Inverness and the surrounding area on a tight budget. Castles, waterfalls and museums....

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Culloden Battlefield & Visitor Centre near Inverness

Explore Culloden Battlefield, the iconic site of Scotland's last great battle. An essential stop for every history lover...

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Rait Castle, a lesser known castle just south of Nairn

My wife and I visit the ruin of Rait Castle, the site of an infamous massacre in 1442 between Clan Cumming and Mackintos...

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Highland Folk Museum near Kingussie

Experience Scotland's rich history, from traditional crofts to age-old customs, in this expansive open-air setting....

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Strathspey Railway

A nostalgic steam journey through the Cairngorms on Scotland's most northerly heritage line – famous from The Traitors...

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Scotland's Cawdor Castle: A Journey into History and Myth

Explore Cawdor Castle's rich history, unique architecture, and mythical connection to Shakespeare's Macbeth....

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NC500 Petrol Stations

A complete guide to every petrol station on Scotland's North Coast 500, organised by route section. Includes distances b...

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Discover Highland History & Art at Inverness Museum

Experience the rich history and culture of the Scottish Highlands at the Inverness Museum and Art Gallery....

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Skye Bridge: The Iconic Gateway to the Mystical Isle of Skye

Discover the history and impact of the Skye Bridge, a crucial connection between the Isle of Skye and the Scottish mainl...

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Discover Dumbledore's Grave: Eilean Na Moine, Scotland

Unearth the magic of Dumbledore's Grave at Eilean Na Moine, Scotland, and learn about the location from the Harry Potter...

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Fort George near Inverness: A Tourist's Guide

Explore Fort George's rich history, architectural marvels, and the Highlanders' Museum at this 18th-century fortress....

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An in-depth guide to Free things to do in Aviemore

An in-depth guide on a holiday to Aviemore on a budget. Lochs, forests, historical sites and money saving FAQs....

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The Faith, Hope, and Charity Statues in Inverness

Faith, Hope, and Charity statues in Inverness. Learn about their journey from atop the YMCA building to their rightful p...

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Discover the Breathtaking Loch Fleet in the Scottish Highlands

Explore Loch Fleet, a serene tidal sea lagoon in Sutherland boasting diverse habitats, rich wildlife, and stunning lands...

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Inverness Cathedral: A Guide for Tourists

Inverness Cathedral is a scenic cathedral situated on the River Ness in Scotland. Dedicated to Saint Andrew....

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Loch Arklet in the Trossachs National Park

Let's explore one of the smaller and less known lochs, not far from the more famous Loch Lomond....

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Ness Islands, a brilliant walk near Bught Park in Inverness

Ness Islands Walk is a fantastic short walk across two islands in the middle of the River Ness in Inverness....

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A visit to the wonderful Inverness Botanical Gardens

Inverness Botanical Gardens includes two large greenhouses, one for tropical plants and the other for cacti, read on to ...

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Exploring Loch Vaa near Aviemore, Scottish Highlands

Loch Vaa is a serene freshwater loch located in the Cairngorms National Park in Scotland. Still waters and stunning moun...

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Alvie Forest Food: Sustainable Scottish Cuisine in the Highlands

Alvie Forest Food is a unique Scottish dining experience in the heart of the Highlands, offering a seasonal menu....

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A guide to Scottish heather, one of Scotland's most famous plants

Discover the rich cultural and ecological significance of Scottish heather in this article. Learn about its history and ...

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Aquadome Leisure Pool in Inverness, north Scotland

The Aquadome in Inverness boasts a wave pool, three flumes, lazy river and much more! A great day out with the kids....

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The story of Ralston Cairn in Glencoe, west Scotland

Let's look at the story behind Ralston Cairn, situated in the breathtaking Glencoe Valley in west Scotland....

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Are there palm trees in Scotland? The answer is yes!

Do palm trees really grow in Scotland? Lets look at this interesting tree which can be found in west Scotland....

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The ruin of Bernera Barracks, near Glenelg.

The Bernera Barracks serve as a reminder of the government's efforts to assert control after the 1715 Jacobite uprising....

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Uig Tower on the Isle of Skye, linked to the Highland clearances

Stories about the Highland clearances rarely end positively, but the people of Skye united against a wealthy landowner i...

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Guisachan House near Tomich and Glen Affric

Guisachan House, a fine mansion built in mid 1800s by Lord Tweedmouth. Famous as the birthplace of the golden retriever...

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Earthquakes in Scotland: Seismic activity in Scotland.

All about earthquakes in Scotland. Does Scotland experience them? How powerful are they? Find the answers and more....

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Loch Garten near Boat of Garten, beautiful scenery and forests.

A quick visit to the stunning Loch Garten near Boat of Garten. Ospeys are known to live and breed here in the warmer mon...

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Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, near Aviemore

A visit in late November to the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, near Aviemore and Loch Morlich in the Highlands....

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The Fun House at Coylumbridge Hotel near Aviemore

A trip to the popular Fun House soft play centre at Coylumbridge Hotel near Aviemore. Playframe, cafe, arcades and mini...

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Castle Roy near Nethy Bridge in the Scottish Highlands

A visit with my family to Castle Roy, just north of Nethy Bridge. Built by the powerful Comyn family around 1200!...

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Urquhart Castle on the shores of Loch Ness

We visit one of Scotland's most popular castles on the west side of Loch Ness, near Drumnadrochit....

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Laggan Locks, between Loch Lochy and Loch Oich.

Laggan Locks on the Caledonian Canal and the Great Glen Way. Scenery, history and Scottish Engineering....

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Janet Horne - The last witch<br> in Scotland

The sad tale of Janet Horne, the last witch to be lawfully executed in Scotland. Read on to find out more about her....

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The best things to do in the Dornoch area

A guide to great places to visit in the Dornoch area of Scotland - beaches, castles, wildlife and history....

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The fantastic 5-star Historylinks Museum in Dornoch

A visit to the fantastic Historylinks Museum in Dornoch. It contained a wealth of information, items and exhibits, incl...

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Pine Martens Scotland: Rare, cute and a wee bit vicious!

The elusive pine marten is making a comeback in Scotland. Learn more about this beautiful animal, including locations....

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Fairy Glen Falls Rosemarkie on The Black Isle.

A detour from the NC500 to the beautiful Fairy Glen Falls walk near Rosemarkie, The Black Isle in the Scottish Highlands...

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A comprehensive guide to caravan holidays in Scotland

I love a good caravan holiday in Scotland! Let's look at the best holiday parks available, caravan types, and top tips....

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Divach Falls near Drumnadrochit and Loch Ness

A picture perfect waterfall, not far from Drumnadrochit. Includes a great walk through stunning oak forests....

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Cafe Eighty2 in Drumnadrochit, near Loch Ness

I try the best french toast of my life at Cafe Eighty2 near Drumnadrochit as part of my 40th birthday....

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Review of the Tomich Hotel near Drumnadrochit

Staying at the rustic Tomich Hotel country house near Drumnadrochit for my 40th birthday! Amazing food!...

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Carn Liath Iron Age Broch near Golspie, Sutherland.

An ancient broch not far from Golspie and Dunrobin Castle. Carn Liath is around 2000 years old and is a fascinating pla...

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Steall Falls, 120 metre tall waterfall near Fort William

A visit to Steall Falls, a spectacular waterfall 7 miles from Fort William. A great hike with fantastic scenery....

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Old Inverlochy Castle in Fort William near the River Lochy

A quick visit to the fantastic ruin of Old Inverlochy Castle, a 13th-century ruin built by the powerful Comyn family....

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Spean Bridge Commando Memorial near Spean Bridge

A visit to Spean Bridge Commando Memorial, a fantastic monument to the heroic commandos of World War 2....

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Pattack Falls, a small waterfall near Spean Bridge

Exploring the beautiful Pattack Falls, a small waterfall in central Scotland near Newtonmore and Spean Bridge....

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Cobbs Cafe, big breakfast in the heart of Aviemore

We had a fantastic breakfast at Cobbs Cafe Aviemore as part of my birthday tour around central Scotland....

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Climbing Ben Vorlich, and visiting the area around Loch Earn

Considered one of Scotland's best Munros for beginners, Ben Vorlich offers stunning views across central Scotland....

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The Highland Games - a fantastic event held all over Scotland

Let's look at the Scottish Highland games - athletic events, history, music, locations and ticket prices around Scotland...

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Lochindorb Castle, a focal point in history in the east Highlands.

Once home to Edward Longshanks and the Wolf of Badenoch, Lochindorb Castle is steeped in medieval history!...

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Loch a' Chroisg, picturesque small loch west of Dingwall

Learn more about the beautiful Loch a' Chroisg in this short article. Fishing, wild camping and Lochrosque House....

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A guide to campsites and wild camping in Aviemore

Check out this guide for the best campsites and wild camp locations in the Aviemore area of the Scottish Highlands....

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Scotland's real national animal - the proud highland cow!

Synonymous with Scotland, loved by tourists and locals alike, what is the enduring appeal of the Highland cow?...

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Moray Firth Dolphins, amazing wildlife on the Moray Coast

A short article on the 200 bottlenose dolphins that live off the Moray Coast between Macduff and Inverness...

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Midges in Scotland: A Survival Guide

The scourge of west Scotland, all you need to know about one of Scotland's most annoying biting insects....

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Victorian Market, a wonderful covered market in Inverness.

The 152 year old Victorian Market in Inverness on Academy Street. Independently owned businesses in the city centre....

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The best things to do in Aviemore and the surrounding area

A list of things to do in the Aviemore area, from skiiing, quad bikings, forest walks and zoo's, there is something for ...

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Spey Valley Shopping in Aviemore

A great, if expensive shop in central Aviemore full of beautiful products including homeware, foodstuffs and clothing. ...

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Grannie's Heilan' Hame Holiday Park near Dornoch

A brilliant caravan park in north Scotland, near Dornoch in the Sutherland area. Fantastic beaches, castles, waterfalls...

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Kayaking on Loch An Eilein near Aviemore, Highlands

A morning kayaking on Loch An Eilein with my two brothers and good friends. Stunning scenery and a mysterious island ca...

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Seeking refuge at The Cairngorm Hotel in central Aviemore

A single night at the Cairngorm Hotel in Aviemore, great atmosphere, bar and food on a stormy winters night....

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Dalwhinnie Distillery & Village in the Scottish Highlands

A short article about the village of Dalwhinnie, and its famous distillery based in the Scottish Highlands of Scotland....

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The Royal Burgh of Dornoch in the north Scottish Highlands

The town of Dornoch in north Scottish Highlands on the east coast. A lovely place with a cathedral and many nice restau...

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Beauly Priory, ruin in the highlands of Scotland

The ruin of Beauly Priory, once home to Valliscaulian monastic monks from France. A great tourist attraction west of Inv...

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A trip to Coyote's Inverness for a burger and dirty fries!

Tempted by their instagram page, we tried the burgers, fries and milkshakes at Coyote's Inverness....

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A visit to Clava Cairns located near Culloden battlefield

An amazing trip back in time to view the 4000 year old burial cairns and standing stones at Clava Cairns....

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Redcastle ruin near Inverness<br>and Beauly

The ruin of Redcastle, situated on the Beauly Firth it is a wonderful castle and gardens to visit in The Black Isle....

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Rogie Falls, a spectacular waterfall in the north Highlands

A visit to Rogie Falls with my wife in early October. A fantastic waterfall with a suspension bridge and salmon leaping...

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Dunrobin Castle – Scotland's Fairytale Highland Castle

Perched above stunning Versailles-inspired gardens overlooking the Moray Firth, Dunrobin Castle is the largest house in ...

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Scotland's National Parks

A local's complete guide to Scotland's two national parks – the vast Cairngorms and the accessible Loch Lomond & The T...

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Dornoch Cathedral, 13th century church in the Scottish Highlands

Learn about the rich history surrounding Dornoch Cathedral and its Bishop - Gilbert de Moravia in 1222....

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Skelbo Castle, overlooking Loch Fleet in Sutherland

A charming ruin of a Scottish Castle located near Dornoch in the north of Scotland. Currently owned by a Russian billion...

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The Jacobite Steam train from Fort William to Mallaig.

This is a traditional train ride that covers many miles of beautiful countryside in southwest Scotland. Also the Hogwart...

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Highland Wildlife Park, Cairngorms

Our family visit to RZSS Highland Wildlife Park near Kincraig – polar bears, snow leopards, tigers and a drive-through...

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10 things to do at Loch Morlich, Aviemore

Here are my top things to do at Loch Morlich in the Highlands just outside Aviemore....

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Treezone aerial adventure course based in Aviemore

A fantastic day out among the treetops on an aerial adventure course at the Rothiemurchus Centre in Aviemore. Cairngorm...

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The Falls of Shin Waterfall and Salmon leaping, Sutherland

The Falls of Shin Waterfall, visitor centre and Salmon leaping in Sutherland. Fantastic restaurant, play park and woodla...

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Staying at Scandinavian Village, Aviemore, Highlands

My favourite place to stay in Aviemore, Scandinavian Village, a holiday resort on the west side of Aviemore....

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Ruthven Barracks, Highlands

A free-to-visit Jacobite ruin above Strathspey, built in 1719 and destroyed by retreating Jacobites after Culloden. Atmo...

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Quad Bike Trekking at the Rothiemurchus Centre, Aviemore

Quad biking treks in Aviemore on the Rothiemurchus Estate over hills, moors and streams in the shadow of the Cairngorms....

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Outdoor Go Karting at Aviemore Kart Raceway

Go Karting at Aviemore Kart Raceway in the Scottish Highlands with my brother and nephew. Who will get bragging rights?...

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Visit the iconic Culloden Railway Viaduct, near Inverness

Culloden Viaduct, the longest masonry railway viaduct in Scotland built in 1894. A great place to see while visiting C...

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A wee adventure cruising Loch Ness with Loch Ness by Jacobite

A journey with Loch Ness by Jacobite Cruises down the iconic Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal. Will we see Nessie?...

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