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From gentle Lochside circuits to exhilarating mountain hikes, our blog explores the best walks in the stunning Cairngorms National Park. Read more

"In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks." - We could learn a lot from John Muir! Explore the fascinating life of "The Father of National Parks" and discover the John Muir Way, a 134 mile walk across the country of his birth ... Read more

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

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

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

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

History lover? You'd be hard pushed to find a more appealing walking trail than the 68 mile Borders Abbeys Way, meandering between 12th-century abbeys, ancient castles, and the historic towns of the picturesque Scottish Borders. Stuart from the Absolute Escapes team explores this enchanting long-distance walk ... Read more

From impossibly quaint fishing villages to ancient settlements in the shadow of mountains - Scotland is home to some of the most picturesque villages in the world. Caitlin Rush from the Absolute Escapes team presents her favourites ... Read more

Scotland may be internationally known for its whisky, but it is now emerging as a front-runner in the craft beer scene. Breweries like BrewDog and Innis & Gunn have seen global success, while there are hundreds of microbreweries around the country producing exciting beer in a rapidly evolving industry. Join... Read more

With quaint fishing villages and golden beaches sitting alongside ancient castles and world-class restaurants - the 'East Neuk' of Fife is a true hidden gem on Scotland's east coast. Pippa from the Absolute Escapes team set off to discover this magical corner of Scotland with a walk on the... Read more