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02/08/2026

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01/08/2026

I recently spent two days exploring the Isle of Bute, an island that completely exceeded my expectations.

When most people think of Scottish islands, they picture somewhere much more remote. But Bute is incredibly easy to reach, just a short ferry with CalMac Ferries and less than two hours from Glasgow, making it perfect for a day trip or weekend away.

During my visit, I explored Rothesay Castle, cared for by Historic Environment Scotland, visited hidden beaches and ancient ruins, wandered through the beautiful Ascog Fernery, and toured the Mount Stuart House.

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📍 Isle of Bute, Argyll & Bute

31/07/2026

My first ever bothy experience in Scotland definitely wasn’t one I’ll forget. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

I hiked out to White Laggan Bothy in Galloway Forest Park to spend the night completely alone with no signal, no electricity, and nobody else around.

All through the night I heard strange noises outside, and I’m still not entirely convinced the bothy wasn’t haunted 👀

📍 White Laggan Bothy, Scotland

31/07/2026

This photo was taken during my Islay and Jura group trip when we took a boat trip along the coast of Islay.

Sitting out on the water eating fresh seafood with a group of wonderful people felt really special and a memory I won’t forget.

Where’s the best place you’ve eaten seafood?

29/07/2026

Highland Park, located in Orkney, is one of the most northerly distilleries in Scotland and one of the few left in Scotland that still does its own floor malting.

It’s a slower, more traditional process but these days many distilleries outsource it.

Have you ever tried Highland Park whisky?

28/07/2026

What was supposed to be a peaceful canal boat trip through Scotland quickly turned chaotic… 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

As complete beginners, my brother Hugh Abroad and I got stuck, lost power, drifted into the side of the canal and embarrassed ourselves trying to park the boat in Edinburgh.

But somehow it ended up becoming one of my favourite trips in Scotland so far.

Would you try canal boat life in Scotland?

📍 Union Canal

27/07/2026

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27/07/2026

This ferry leaving Islay isn’t just carrying passengers, it’s also loaded with whisky.

Islay is known for its peated whisky, and casks and bottles from distilleries make their way from this island to mainland Scotland, and then across the world.

Have you ever tried an Islay whisky?

24/07/2026

On the Isle of Unst, one of Shetland's many islands, you’ll find the UK’s most northerly castle.

Muness Castle dates back to the late 1500s and, despite the roof being long gone, you can still wander inside and imagine what life here was like.

What’s the best castle you have ever visited?

24/07/2026

Me and my van Ernie out and about 🚐

My van is going through its MOT in the next few weeks which is the annual roadworthy check.

My campervan is a Toyota Hiace from 2001 and every year when the MOT comes round I’m always a bit nervous about it!

I got the van three years ago and it’s been running well but obviously with age, some things wear out and need to be replaced.

Let’s hope Ernie boy passes and has another year of adventures around Scotland in him!🤞

On another note, since I got back from the USA, the weather in Scotland has been absolutely amazing! ☀️