On a wet and dreary day we left the Isle of Skye behind, and began our exploration of the western Highlands, passing through Fort William, a lively town nestled at the foot of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain. Long known as a hub for climbers, hikers, and outdoor adventurers, Fort William serves as a natural…
Category: Scotland
Scotland 2025 – Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye, the largest and most celebrated of Scotland’s Inner Hebrides, is a landscape where dramatic geology, deep history, and Gaelic culture come together in unforgettable ways. Connected to the mainland by a modern bridge yet retaining the feeling of a remote island, Skye is defined by its rugged mountains, sweeping moors, sea…
Scotland 2025 – Exploring the Northern Regions
After a wonderful visit with our great friends Maggie and Gordon White, we picked up our rental car and set off on the next chapter of our journey—exploring the wild beauty of Northern Scotland. With rolling hills ahead of us and the unexpected thrill of driving on the left-hand side of the road, we embarked…
Scotland 2025 – Around Edinburgh
After saying goodbye to continental Europe, we left Normandy, traveling first to Paris and then onward to Edinburgh, Scotland, marking the beginning of a new and eagerly anticipated chapter of our journey. Our time in Scotland began in the best possible way—with the warm hospitality of our dear Scottish friends, Maggie and Gordon White, whom…