29 Sep, 2021

Hogmanay in Scotland is a proper celebration. While Scotland’s New Year’s Eve is famed around the world, you may be thinking primarily of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay. But that’s not the only place to celebrate in style! While all countries have their own ways of saying goodbye to the old year and ushering in a new beginning, … Continue reading “Hogmanay in Scotland: 4 Spectacular New Year’s Eve Celebrations”

13 Aug, 2021

If you’re seeking a truly local guide to Edinburgh, we are more than happy to help. Edinburgh is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. That means there’s an abundance of guidebooks and blogs telling tourists where they should visit. Many of these guides are great… but some are also a little too … Continue reading “A Local’s Guide to Edinburgh & Lesser-Known Recommendations”

13 Aug, 2021

Glasgow is Scotland’s biggest city and the third most populous city in the UK. Glasgow has so much to offer visitors. Enjoy its vibrant nightlife, rich history, several amazing museums and art galleries, and some of the best multicultural cuisine in Scotland. Glasgow is a truly modern metropolis, but it has still managed to hold … Continue reading “Frequently Asked Questions About Glasgow”

21 Jul, 2021

Why would you want to visit the Scottish Highlands? It’s actually not that simple a question to answer, because the list of reasons is just so long! If you’ve been dreaming of visiting Scotland, there’s a good chance the landscapes that feature in that dream are all lifted straight from the Highlands. Imagine looming mountains … Continue reading “Why Visit The Scottish Highlands?”

18 Jul, 2021

After writing a blog explaining why you need to visit the Scottish highlands at least once, the natural follow-up is for us to argue the case for some of Scotland’s incredible islands. Take just a quick glance at a map of Scotland. We’ll bet you notice right away that its ragged west coast is packed … Continue reading “Inspiring Travel’s Guide to the Scottish Islands”

14 Jul, 2021

Scotland is famous for its whisky. Whisky was invented and perfected here and it’s one of our most important industries. We think the Americans, Canadians, Irish, and Japanese all make some great whiskies. But Scotland’s vast range of whiskies puts us way ahead of the pack. Anyone coming to Scotland looking for the most authentic … Continue reading “Everything You Need to Know About Scottish Whisky Before You Visit”

1 Jul, 2021

If you’re visiting Scotland for the first time, we have plenty of tips to share to help make your holiday the most memorable experience. From the practical to the philosophical, these tips share our expertise as local travel planners and tour guides. Trust us: we truly know Scotland! If you’re coming to Scotland soon, take … Continue reading “Top Ten Tips for First-Time Visitors to Scotland”

1 Jul, 2021

Scotland is a land of beauty and magic. Combining history, culture and raw natural wonders, there is a wealth of things to see and do here. In fact, there is so much to enjoy in Scotland that it can be a little difficult to know where to start. This is where Inspiring Travel Scotland can … Continue reading “What Are Some of Scotland’s Must-Sees?”

28 Jun, 2021

People of all ages love Harry Potter. What began as a humble collection of kids’ books has become the best-selling book series of all time and has been adapted into some of the highest-grossing films of all time. All of this success has led to quite a few Harry Potter-themed attractions around the world, too. … Continue reading “10 Scottish Locations Harry Potter Fans Must Visit”

28 Jun, 2021

If Scotland’s tourism industry was flourishing before the TV programme Outlander first hit screens in 2014 (and it was), it’s gone from strength to strength since. The phenomenon known as ‘the Outlander effect’ has seen visitor numbers to locations featured in the series skyrocket – in some cases increasing by as much as 72% in … Continue reading “5 Places to Visit in Scotland If You Love Outlander”