During our four-night stay in Edinburgh, we booked a Vantage Studio with a balcony  at Roomzzz Edinburgh Aparthotel  in the St James Quarter. Our total came to USD 1,289.05  (about $322 per night ), and after staying here nearly a week, we left genuinely impressed. Roomzzz ended up being one of our favorite stays in Scotland  thanks to its spacious studio layout, modern amenities, and unbeatable central location. Check-in was smooth at 3:00 PM, standard checkout is 11:00 AM,

The City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour is one of Edinburgh’s most infamous ghost tours, offering exclusive nighttime access to Greyfriars Kirkyard and the Covenanter’s Prison , a place long associated with the legend of the Mackenzie Poltergeist. Marketed as one of the city’s scariest experiences, this 90-minute walking tour promises chilling stories, dark history, and encounters that blur the line between folklore and fear. But does it actually live up to the hype? We j

When planning a trip to Scotland, two things often come to mind: world-class golf and stunning coastal towns. We found the perfect day tour that combines both! This St. Andrews & Fife Day trip from Edinburgh  gives you a taste of Scotland's historic east coast, from the iconic Old Course to charming fishing villages and royal landmarks. Along the way, you’ll gain insight into Scottish history, geography, and local life from a knowledgeable guide. Disclaimer: This post does co

Loch Ness is one of Scotland’s most iconic destinations, but with over 30,000 lochs across the country and a long drive from Edinburgh, it raises an important question: is a Loch Ness day trip actually worth it? We joined a full-day Highlands and Loch Ness tour from Edinburgh to find out. This experience promised dramatic Highland scenery, historic stops, and time at the legendary loch itself, all without renting a car or planning a multi-day route. In this post, we’re sharin

On our first trip to Scotland, we wanted to see more than just Edinburgh, without renting a car or navigating narrow Highland roads ourselves. To do that, we booked a full-day castles and lochs tour from Edinburgh and spent the day exploring some of Scotland’s most scenic landscapes with a local guide. We joined a Lochs, Mountains, and Castles  day tour with Timberbush Tours , which took us through dramatic Highland scenery, historic castles, and peaceful lochs, all in a sing