• Edinburgh Castle – The Symbol of Scotland

    No visit to Scotland’s capital city of Edinburgh would be complete without a trip to Edinburgh Castle. The historic fortress that dominates the city skyline is an integral feature of Edinburgh, and some say a symbol of Scotland. Whether you are spending several weeks enjoying Scotland or making the most of cheap rooms in Edinburgh for a weekend break, Edinburgh Castle is a must-see. Edinburgh Castle The castle complex has been home to many Scottish monarchs over the years and today holds Scotland’s Crown Jewels. It is large and, following several restorations, it is possible to walk around and really imagine it as a functioning fortress. With outer defences, a…

  • Lights, Camera, Location!

    It is all too easy to find yourself stuck in a routine and to slowly come to recognise that maybe there is more to life. If there are reasons that you can’t escape the routine just yet, then sit back and enjoy some armchair travel. Be inspired and plan your own adventure. These are some of the movies that have inspired me to travel. The Beach – Thailand This story follows a young backpacker who leaves Bangkok for Thailand’s beaches and discovers an island community where he realises he has a lot to learn. This is probably one of the first travel movies that ‘spoke’ to me. As an impressionable…