The 9 Best Scottish Castle Hotels

Not only can you visit amazing castles in Scotland, you can also stay overnight in them! After a day of sightseeing, relax by a roaring fire with a whisky in hand in these spectacular Scottish castle hotels ... Read more

Kelpies & Culture: 5 Reasons To Visit Falkirk

The surprising area around Falkirk in Central Scotland makes a perfect stopover between Edinburgh / Glasgow and the Scottish Highlands. Here you'll find Renaissance mansions, engineering marvels, ancient Roman frontiers, and last but not least - the unmissable Kelpies! Charlotte Wood from the Absolute Escapes team set off to... Read more

Discovering the Secrets of Dumfries and Galloway

Dumfries & Galloway is one of Scotland's most undiscovered regions. With historic sites, beautiful scenery, and some of the darkest skies in the country, it offers a rewarding experience for those who seek it out. Jason from the Absolute Escapes team explores this secret corner of Scotland ... Read more

How To Create The Ultimate Scottish Road Trip Playlist

From the drones of the bagpipes to the lilting Gaelic songs that have been sung for generations - music is hugely important to Scottish culture. A road trip through Scotland isn’t complete without music to complement it. Let Jason Martin from the Absolute Escapes team help you create your... Read more

The Best Food and Drink Festivals in Scotland

Scotland has gained an international reputation for its exceptional food and drink, and is now a destination for foodies in the know. Join Caitlin from the Absolute Escapes team on a culinary journey around Scotland's best food and drink festivals ... Read more

7 Incredible Scottish Roads That You Need to Drive

When it comes to spectacular roads there's no shortage here in Scotland. With roads that wind through dominating mountains, passing by lochs and through dramatic glens. Join Fern from the Absolute Escapes team for an unforgettable drive along 7 of the most beautiful roads in Scotland ... Read more

Hunting Historic Treasures on Ancient Orkney

The archipelago of Orkney is a treasure trove for history-lovers. With Neolithic standing stones, brochs, and ancient villages sitting alongside a Viking cathedral and a Medieval palace, where do you begin? Sine from the Absolute Escapes team set off on a treasure hunt for ancient Orkney's best historic sites... Read more

North East 250: Scotland’s Best Kept Secret

Discover ancient castles, dramatic mountains and warming whisky distilleries on the North East 250 - Scotland’s newest driving route. Read more

Discovering Ayrshire: The Land That Inspired Robert Burns

The region of Ayrshire in south west Scotland is bursting with superb scenery and fantastic historic sites, yet remains undiscovered by most visitors. Caitlin travelled to Ayrshire to discover the landscape which so inspired Scotland's national bard, Robert Burns ... Read more

13 Ultimate Short Walks in Scotland

Wherever you go in Scotland, there is a wonderful short walk nearby. The thrill-seeking Absolute Escapes team are forever exploring the country, and we have compiled our list of the ultimate short walks ... Read more

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