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North Coast 500- Everything you need to know about the route before traveling
Scotland is known for its unbelievable beauty, dramatic rocky outcrops and stunning mountains we call 'Munros'. It is also not a secret that Scotland is considered one of the best driving countries on…
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Two Saints Way – Walking in 2022
Britain has some amazing pilgrimage routes, and one of the best by far is the Two Saints Way. This 92-mile route between the cathedral cities of Chester and Lichfield takes you through beautiful…
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Gothic Books Like Frankenstein (And Dracula)
Believe it or not, the books of Frankenstein (Mary Shelley- 1818) and Dracula (Bram Stoker - 1897) are way more connected than you think. Other than both being Gothic novels, steeped in themes…
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Books Like Pride and Prejudice (that you can get for free)
One of the most iconic lines in romance history is: "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife."…
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How to Become a Laird, Lady or Lord of Scotland?
If you have Scottish Heritage, then wouldn’t it be quite something to cement your roots by becoming a Laird, Lady or Lord of Scotland? The title displays prestige and those worthy of honour.…
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Hiking Buachaille Etive Mòr – The Most Photographed Munro in Scotland
If you’ve been heading up to Fort William via the scenic route through Glen Coe you’ll have passed the most photographed Munro in Scotland: Buachaille Etie Mòr (Locally known as The Buachaille). The…
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22 National Parks in Tanzania You Should Visit
Millions of us travel to national parks in the UK to be in the wilderness, see the dramatic landscapes and enjoy nature as our ancestors once did. Yet, we tend not to travel…
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Glentress Forest – guide for visiting this underrated forest park in 2022
Scotland is full of beautiful forests and we've written about many of them, including the amazing Galloway Forest Park. But we feel that Glentress Forest deserves much more recognition and we think it…
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The best forest getaways – 4 places to stay if you’re looking to reconnect with nature
Sometimes you want a proper getaway, but you still want to retain a bit of luxury. Tents are great, but not exactly relaxing. A forest getaway can be a great in-between - you…
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Lake Natron in Tanzania
Of all the spectacular things to see in Tanzania, there are very few as interesting as Lake Natron. It is the home of millions of flamingos, volcanos (including the heart of Maasai culture…
