Isle Of Skye 2 Day Itinerary + Portree Youth Hostel Review
Who hasn’t dreamed of visiting the magical Isle of Skye? This Scottish island almost always makes the bucket list when planning a vacation to Scotland, and because it’s popular, this can mean it gets quite busy. I like to avoid the crowd, so when the...
Exploring the History of Craigmillar Castle in Edinburgh
Craigmillar Castle in Edinburgh is home to one of the filming locations for the recently released Netflix blockbuster Outlaw King- the untold true story of King Robert the Bruce. Though Craigmillar castle wasn’t around when the real King Robert was alive during...
Into The Wild: A Girls Hiking Weekend at Loch Ossian Hostel
When my friend Kathi from Watch Me See suggested we head away for a girls hiking weekend, I jumped at the opportunity. We both needed a break from our busy lives in Edinburgh and Glasgow, and so we headed north to the Scottish Highlands. Our chosen destination was the...
The 10 Best Mountain Bothies in Scotland + Map!
Once a locals secret, mountain bothies have made a comeback with hikers and outdoor enthusiasts in 2018 with the release of The Bothy Bible, a handy book that details over 100 bothies throughout Scotland. A bothy is a mountain shelter in Scotland, available for anyone...
Coping With Post Trail Depression After A Long-Distance Hike
The following article is my experience after completing a long-distance hike of the length of Scotland where I discuss Post Trail Depression. This article may contain triggers. If you are, or believe you are suffering from depression after a long-distance hike, please...
Hi, I’m Yvette!
Solo female traveller, accidental adventurist, digital nomad, travel expert. Follow me on my adventures as I take on the world.
Currently living in Scotland.
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