The Southern Upland Way is the first official coast-to-coast long distance hiking path in Scotland. It runs 212 miles (341 km) across the country from the Atlantic Ocean to the North Sea from Portpatrick on the west coast to Cockburnspath on the east coast. The Southern Uplands is situated in the southernmost area of Scotland, … Read moreSouthern Upland Way
Deciding to embark the Way of St. James is only the beginning of your journey. You still have to plan which way you’ll go, and there are literally dozens of Camino de Santiago routes from all over Europe. Each route offers a unique experience for pilgrims as they make their sacred sojourn to Santiago de … Read moreHow to Choose the Best Camino de Santiago Route for You
Walking holidays in Europe are becoming more popular, they provide tourists a more exciting way to travel around the continent. Unlike bus tours which jump from one attraction to another, walking tours let you explore off the beaten tracks at a comfortable pace. You’ll get more than enough time to immerse yourself in a place before … Read moreThe Best Hiking Holidays in Europe
There are many wonderful benefits you can get from walking. You can get both health and psychological benefits from walking. It does not matter if the walking is done outside or inside, the benefits will be the same, except you will miss some fresh air and maybe great scenery. Stress Reducer The relief of stress is the … Read moreThe Health And Psychological Benefits of Walking
You could happily spend years walking in this very beautiful and varied area. There is something for every walker: Munros, Corbetts and hundreds of smaller hills; family-friendly woodland walks; island routes; coastal treks and long distance trails. It’s a hilly area, with the exception of Islay, and has much of the grand loch-filled scenery one … Read moreWalks in the West Highlands of Scotland
If you had to choose just one area of Scotland to visit for walking, then this would have to be it. Perthshire, Angus & Dundee and the Kingdom of Fife offers a perfect microcosm of all that Scotland has to offer the walker. From seaside strolls, to forest walks, and mountain hikes. There is … Read moreWalking in Perthshire Angus & Dundee, and the Kingdom of Fife
Take in some of the most spectacular scenery in the whole of Scotland on a mixture of fabulous hill passes. Come to the ancient glens and hills of the Highlands and enjoy some of the finest walking country in the world. You’ll find it’s a fantastic place for a holiday where the dramatic scenery imbues … Read more9 Short Walks In Scotland
There is no better way for visitors to witness Europe’s astonishing natural beauty than to travel by foot. See the golden sun rising behind the glorious sun-coated Alps and the waves of the Spanish sea crashing powerfully against the rocks, on an exciting walking holiday in Europe. Here is a guide to five great walking … Read more5 Great Walking Holidays In Europe
Enjoy a fabulous combination of coastal, city and inland walks, the latter in Royal territory. Aberdeenshire has a pleasing mix of stunning natural beauty and culturally rich attractions where you can enjoy an invigorating walk as well as visiting a magnificent castle or two and include a visit to one of the many Speyside whisky distilleries. There … Read more6 Easy Walking Routes in Scotland’s Castle and Whisky Country
A misty, mountainous Scottish isle is famed for its coastal cliffs and its magnificently varied landscape. The Isle of Skye, the largest of the Inner Hebrides off the west coast of Scotland, is a mecca for both mountain climbers and geologists. Climbers are attracted by an array of some of the most spectacular and challenging peaks … Read moreHow was the Isle of Skye Formed?