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The Boathouse: rural getaway in Queensferry

(We were kindly invited to stay at The Boathouse but all views are our own) Just a few miles from Edinburgh, you'll find The Boathouse,...

Most Instagrammable Spots in Edinburgh

It's fair to say that Edinburgh is a city that's renowned for its looks. With the higgledy-piggledy streets and spires of the Old Town,...

Independent Shopping Guide for Edinburgh

In these uncertain times, it's now more important than ever that we support our local independent businesses that are facing difficult...

Exploring Aberdeen: Weekend Guide

[This post has been sponsored by VisitAberdeenshire and LNER but all thoughts are our own] Last weekend we made a trip up north to visit...

Where to find the best views in Edinburgh

Here in Edinburgh we're blessed with a city full of vantage points, beautiful views and even an extinct volcano. That means we're spoilt...

Surf n Turf at The MacDonald

Looking for fresh, locally sourced fish and meat in Edinburgh? Look no further! Surf n’ Turf at the MacDonald in Holyrood has you...

Abbeyhill: Edinburgh Neighbourhood Guide

Situated to the east of the city centre, Abbeyhill is a bustling district of the city, located on the fringes of the New Town, a stone's...

East Lothian Coast: Day Trip Itinerary

If you're looking to escape the city for the day, a trip along the East Lothian Coast is the perfect way to soak up some fresh sea air,...

Must try Pizza Places in Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s recently been blessed with a handful of new pizza places that have been popping up left, right and centre. In fact, it seems...

Edinburgh's 101 Objects

Edinburgh's 101 Objects was a campaign established in 2017 in collaboration with the Edinburgh Tourism Action Group, Marketing Edinburgh,...

Edinburgh's Best Coffee Shops

Edinburgh has a strong independent coffee shop scene, great for us caffeine lovers. With so many options to choose from we've compiled a...

Exploring Leith: Day Itinerary

Leith has long been an iconic neighbourhood of Edinburgh. Once the historic maritime centre of the city, Leith might have left its...

Walter Scott Monument: Guided Tour

One of the largest monuments to a writer anywhere in the world, the Walter Scott Monument is unmissable. You’ll find it in the heart of...

Must see Museums in Edinburgh

A city steeped in history and culture, Edinburgh has no shortage of museums to muse at. Boasting the National Museum as well as many...

The Cauldron

(We were kindly gifted this experience but all views are our own) Quietly tucked away on Frederik Street, The Cauldron is the latest...

Winter Weekend on the Isle of Skye

Ask anyone where their dream Scottish holiday is and chances are it involves the Isle of Skye. An increasingly popular holiday...

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