In our first post of the year, we share some of the kudos and recognition that UK destinations have recently received. National Geographic Awards National Geographic UK announced the winners of their Reader Awards recently and it’s clear that the…
Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters Extended to 2021
If your plans to explore Scotland in 2020 were scuppered, here’s hoping to better luck in 2021. After the success of recent themed travel promotions, VisitScotland declared 2020 the Year of Coasts and Waters and that has now been extended…
Britain’s Historic Pubs: Part 1
As the UK begins the process of reopening after the coronavirus lockdown, many people have been eagerly awaiting to hear when they can once again enjoy a pint at their local pub. And with good reason. Inns. Taverns. Gastropubs. Micropubs.…
Rabbie’s: Small Group Tours of Britain
While it can be fun to explore on your own, sometimes a tour can be a welcome change. But if the thought of being on a cramped coach with 50 other people and subject to a strictly timed schedule doesn’t…
10 Scenic Drives in the UK
Britain packs a lot of vastly different scenery within its relatively small borders, from coastal shores to mountain peaks, thick forests to open pasture land. In this post, we give you ten options for scenic drives that explore various corners…
Swim Loch Lomond!
We’ve previously written about Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park as an ideal way to experience the majesty of the Scottish landscape. Now, an exciting day of events will cast athletic competition and fun against this gorgeous backdrop. Go Swim…
Great Train Journeys in Scotland
With a magnificent landscape of mountains and lochs, the Scottish countryside is not to be missed. And the best way to see much of it may just be by train. In this post, we explore some of the best ways…
National Park Spotlight: Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
For this installment of our look at the National Parks of Great Britain, we are heading back to Scotland. We are showcasing some of the highlights, uncovering a few of those special places, and sharing tips on when to visit,…