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Awesome Guide to Things to Do in Dornoch

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We have been visiting the quaint town of Dornoch since the late nineties and we absolutely love it! It always features on our ititneray when we visit our family in Lairg.

Where is Dornoch?

The Royal Burgh of Dornoch is a seaside town located in the northern Highlands approximately 1 hour north of Inverness, just off the A9, and is perfectly located between the Dornoch Firth and the Moray Firth. It’s an easy day trip from Inverness or a stopping place when doing the North Coast 500. You may also want to base yourself here as there’s so much to do in the area. Spend a couple of days discovering the town, the beach and the golf course and then head slightly further afield to discover what the area has to offer.

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Top things to do in and around Lairg

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Where is Lairg?

The small peaceful town of Lairg is located in the county of Sutherland in the northern Highlands, Scotland. Often referred to as the gateway or the crossroads of the Highlands, Lairg is a small town on the shores of Loch Shin. It’s a great base if you’re looking to explore the true wilderness of Sutherland. It’s about 1h30 minutes’ drive from Inverness. To truly appreciate everything the area has to offer, we strongly recommend having a car although it’s possible to reach Lairg by public transport (see information below).

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Top Guide to visiting the Black Isle

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Where is the Black Isle?

The Black Isle is located in the Scottish Highlands just north of Inverness (around 15 minutes’ drive). It’s connected to the mainland in the South by the Kessock Bridge and in the North by the Cromarty bridge. It’s almost entirely surrounded by the sea which gives it a real island feel. Its name is thought to have originated from the fact that snow rarely falls on the isle, unlike the surrounding hills. It’s a very easy day trip from Inverness or you might want to base yourself here as there’s so much to explore and discover.

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Epic Guide to the NC500 East Coast – from Inverness to Thurso (anti-clockwise) 2023

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As family we have been familiar with the NC500 route for many years, long before it was branded Scotland’s answer to route 66. In fact, our clan has called the Highlands and Islands of Scotland home for 30 years. The scenery is spectacular, the local seafood is some of the best in the world and history is around every corner.

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Explore Inverness – The Ultimate guide! [2023]

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Dubbed the capital of the Highlands, Inverness has lots to offer visitors and is also the gateway to the NC500 (North Coast 500). You can easily spend a day or two exploring this pretty city or use it as a base to discover the beautiful surrounding countryside. Read on to discover some great Inverness attractions!

Inverness Castle

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10 Free Museums & Art Galleries in Edinburgh

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Are you looking for free things to do in Edinburgh? Perhaps you’ve already checked our post on visiting Edinburgh on a budget and want to delve deeper into all the free museums and art galleries available in the capital. I have to admit that I’m always blown away by the number of museums and galleries that are free in Edinburgh. It’s a real blessing to locals and tourists alike and ensures the arts are accessible to everyone. They also make for a great rainy day activity!

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10 Fun Things to do in Glasgow with Kids [2023]

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Glasgow - Street Art Mural, Panda — On a street art mural hunt.

Known as one of the friendliest cities in the world, Glasgow is also a great place for a family day out! There are plenty of child-friendly attractions including (free!) museums, stunning architecture, parks, a lively city centre and lots of family-friendly restaurants. We love visiting our family through in Glasgow and have built up a top 10 of favourite places to take our children. Here’s hoping it’ll provide you with some inspiration too!

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15 Fun Day trips from Edinburgh with Kids

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North Berwick + kids Admiring the view from one of the beaches at North Berwick (East Lothian).

There are plenty of things to do with kids in Edinburgh, however, now and again, it’s fun to get out of the city and explore a little further afield. A change is as good as a rest, right? We’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite day trips that are no more than an hour’s drive from Edinburgh (when it comes to kids, we know that the shorter the car journey, the better!).

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11 Top things to do in Golspie

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Located in the northern Highlands about 1 hour north of Inverness, Golspie has become a popular stop on the NC500 circuit. It also makes for a great day trip from Inverness (check out this post) or from nearby Dornoch (read this post). It’s a small town which lies directly on the A9 and has a number of great attractions. It can be easily reached by car or alternatively by public transport (train or bus).

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Top Things to do in East Lothian

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Welcome to your guide to the best of East Lothian! When we lived in Edinburgh, we absolutely loved going on day trips to the coastal area of East Lothian. Think large sandy beaches, coastal walking trails, picturesque fishing villages, historic sites, nature and more. There is so much to see and do that it would be easy to spend a week here, exploring everything that this area has to offer, but if you are a little short of time, think about a day trip from Edinburgh. The Scottish capital is only around 45 minutes away by car and there is a fast train to North Berwick which takes only 30 minutes from Edinburgh’s Waverley train station.

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