Sun, Sea and Serenity in Coll & Tiree

With unspoilt sandy beaches and some of the highest hours of sunshine in the British Isles, the Isles of Coll and Tiree are a paradise undiscovered by most tourists. James from the Absolute Escapes team sets off on a Hebridean escape ... Read more

The Isle of Islay: A Spirit of its Own

The Isle of Islay on Scotland's west coast is renowned for its world-class peaty whiskies, but with turquoise bays, wonderful wildlife and excellent walking opportunities - there's far more than just the whisky! Sine from the Absolute Escapes team hopped on a ferry to explore Islay ... Read more

A Taste of Speyside on the Malt Whisky Trail

The Speyside Malt Whisky Trail delves into the heart of Scotland's whisky country. Katia from the Absolute Escapes team made her way to Speyside to follow the trail ... Read more

Orkney & Shetland: Escape to the Edge of Scotland

Packed full of prehistoric sites, natural wonders and breathtaking scenery - it’s little wonder the people of Orkney and Shetland are among the happiest in the British Isles! Caitlin from the Absolute Escapes team presents her highlights of these unique islands on the edge of Scotland ... Read more

A Day in Stirling: The Historic Heart of Scotland

Scotland's turbulent history is brutal, bloody, and fascinating. To begin to untangle the complicated web spun over thousands of years, there's no better place to start than Stirling. The city's strategic location meant that it has witnessed some of the most pivotal events in Scottish history, including the battles... Read more

The Scottish Borders: Finding My Undiscovered Scotland

The Scottish Borders, while celebrated by locals, remains one of the most undiscovered parts of Scotland for visitors. This beautiful region was once a battleground between Scotland and England, and now - in more peaceful times - is packed full of ancient castles, historic towns, gorgeous scenery, and wonderful... Read more

5 Reasons to Visit St Andrews

Our newest member of the Absolute Escapes team, Dawn Spence, set off to explore historic St Andrews in the Kingdom of Fife. Is there more to the town than a world famous golf course? Dawn certainly thinks so! Read on for her top 5 reasons to explore St Andrews for... Read more

5 Reasons to Visit the Isle of Mull

The Isle of Mull - the largest island in the Inner Hebrides, is one of our favourite islands in Scotland. Scott from the Absolute Escapes team set off to explore its colourful capital - Tobermory, and some other highlights on the island. Read on for five reasons why you should... Read more

Take the High Road to Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is a wonderland of sparkling lochs, historic castles, welcoming villages and heather-clad mountains. Best of all, it's a stone's throw from Glasgow and a short drive from Edinburgh. Freya from the Absolute Escapes team set off to explore some of the highlights... Read more

5 Reasons to Visit the Isle of Skye

With recently discovered dinosaur footprints the size of dustbin lids, and new movies ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ and ‘Macbeth’ both using the island as a backdrop, there’s never been a better time to experience the magic of Skye. Scott from the Absolute Escapes team spent some time exploring... Read more

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