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If you love innnovative engineering projects and Roman military history, then a visit to the Falkirk Wheel and Antonine Wall in Scotland are must-sees. The Falkirk Wheel So, what exactly is the Falkirk Wheel, and why is it so special? Well, for starters, it’s the world’s only rotating boat lift. But why would you need…
Eilean Donan Castle in Scotland has been a popular filming location for decades. Some of you may recognize it from films such as Rob Roy, Entrapment, or The World Is Not Enough. I best remember it as the ancestral home of Connor MacLeod from the Highlander franchise. And if you remember it the same way…
If you’re a history buff, you will love visiting Stirling, Scotland. You can hit the highlights in one very full day, or spread out your visit over two days. Here are my top picks for some of the most interesting historic sites in Stirling: 1. Stirling Castle Stirling Castle is probably the biggest draw in…
If you’re planning a trip to Scotland, you must take a side trip to the Isle of Skye. The Trotternish Loop is especially interesting, and you can easily hit all the major sites in one day. The geography is really something special and unique. Getting There There are two ways to get to the Isle…
St Andrews, Scotland is one of those towns that’s compact enough to see in a day or two, but interesting enough to make the stop worthwhile. The earliest known name for this area was Cennrígmonaid, in Old Gaelic. As the story goes, a 4th Century monk named Regulus (or Saint Rule) brought relics belonging to…
Don’t you just love those trips when you can wander off the beaten path and discover something amazing? New Lanark, Scotland was definitely one of those hidden gems. My husband Mark and I decided to rent a car to tour Scotland. Having our own wheels gave us the great advantage of freedom. We were able…
Fort William is a small town in the Highlands with a population of approximately 10,500. But don’t let it’s peaceful, unassuming presence fool you. This picturesque town is a great jumping-off point for numerous day trips around the Highlands of Scotland. Fort William itself is a lovely place to explore. On cold, rainy days, the smell…
You might think that 24 hours isn’t enough time to really appreciate a new city. And in most cases, you would be right. But some cities are a bit easier to explore in a short amount of time than others. Glasgow, Scotland is one of those cities. Even if you only have 24 hours in…