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    Spend A Day in the Scottish Highlands

    What exactly is a Highland Coo? And is Nessie every bit the legend you’ve heard? Spend a day in the Scottish Highlands and you will learn all of this and so much more. You might come for the coos and the gorgeous movie screen views but you’ll leave with a heart full and the overwhelming desire to book a return trip. A Visit to the Highlands After exploring the historic heart of Edinburgh, strolling the Royal Mile many times over, raising a dram in a lowland distillery and making the rounds to all the Harry Potter inspired city locations on…

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    Greyfriars Kirkyard in Edinburgh

    Whether you’re a history buff, a “Potterhead,” or a ghost hunter, Greyfriars Kirkyard in Edinburgh will capture your attention. In the heart of the Old Town, Greyfriars Kirkyard in Edinburgh isn’t just a graveyard; it’s a time capsule of Scotland’s most dramatic chapters. The Legend: Greyfriars Bobby You can’t talk about Greyfriars without mentioning the story of the world’s most loyal dog. And you must not leave without placing a stick on his grave near the entry of the kirkyard. It’s simply tradition. The Story Bobby was a Skye Terrier who reportedly spent 14 years guarding the grave of his master, John…

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    Our 24 Hours in Glasgow: Whistle-Stop Tour!

    So, you found yourself with just 24 hours in Glasgow. There’s no way to do everything in that timeframe but you can prioritize and hit some highlights. Enjoy your short time in the city and dive in fast. I mean you can always sleep on the plane ride home, right? Recently we found ourselves in Glasgow after a week spent exploring Scotland, from the Highlands to all things Edinburgh, and while we were pretty exhausted, we had to speed through what we could when we got to Glasgow. The opportunity was too good and we didn’t want to feel like…

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    Making Magic on a Budget: 5 Free Things to Do in Edinburgh

    Edinburgh is a city that feels like it was plucked straight from the pages of a gothic novel. With its jagged skyline, misty atmosphere, narrow cobblestone “closes,” and gorgeous architecture, it is one of the most impressive cities you could ever visit. Edinburgh has a gravity that pulls you in. But as any traveler knows, visiting another country can be pricey. So, we, as a family, love to find budget friendly things to do when we travel. Here are a few free things to do in Edinburgh that we enjoyed. The very best of Edinburgh—its soul, its history, and its…