scotland

If you haven’t considered a holiday to Scotland before, now’s your chance. With staycations gaining popularity – and people realising just how good they can be, it’s time to get stuck into the culture-rich country of Scotland. Draped in history, its castle-dotted hills are strewn with crumbling ruins, and its cobblestone city streets are bursting […]

Scotland: the land of natural beauty, proud Gaelic culture, and fine whiskey. We love its beguiling, rugged landscapes – from its steep mountain ranges and majestic lochs to its craggy coastline. Not to mention its quaint seaside towns, rural villages, and vibrant cities – which, quite frankly, charmed the socks off us. We’ve even pulled […]

While many people might half-jokingly see the pinnacle of Scotland’s cuisine as the deep-fried Mars Bar, there’s far more to traditional Scottish food than that. With some of the most spectacular seafood in the UK, the best whiskey in the world, and a host of delicious treats to tuck into, Scottish food is well worth […]

Ah, bonnie Scotland! A wild and beautiful part of the world, where you can explore the rugged highlands or enjoy the colour and vibrancy of cultural capitals like Edinburgh and Glasgow. But how do you know you’re getting the very best out of your trip? That’s where we come in. If you’ve had a browse […]

One of the best things about Scotland is its diversity – rolling countryside, bustling cities, icy mountain peaks and charming villages all combine to provide an excellent holiday destination, whether you’re looking for an action-pack…

When the days get colder and nights get longer here in the UK, many begin to think about escaping for some winter sunshine. Others only have one thing on their minds: ski season. However, you don’t need to go far to have a fantastic and active winter holiday, with the breathtaking Scottish highlands boasting some fantastic slopes. […]

Guest post by Kezia Rice Scotland’s capital city has everything you want from a city break escape. Charming cobbled streets to get lost in, tons of history to explore and a whole new culture to immerse yourself in, just a few hours’ train ride from England. Here’s how to spend 3 days in Edinburgh. Day […]

Bonnie Scotland can be very proud of its 30,000 or so lochs and lochans. Firstly, they are a dream to be around, especially if you’re a budding naturalist. But there’s no ignoring that the lochs in Scotland are rich in history and tell a tale of Gaelic myths and legends – which alone makes for […]

Yes, you read that right – beaches in Scotland. It’s one of their best kept secrets – and it’s worked out for the Scots, as their beaches are nowhere near as damaged by tourism than the likes of some in England. You maaaaay need to kit yourself out with some warmer clothes to brave the […]

There’s plenty of things to do in Scotland with the family, and whether you’re just heading up for a short break or a longer holiday you’ll want to make sure you’re seeing the best the country has to offer. Remove whisky and top-drawer scenery from the equation (because, let’s face it, children aren’t going to get giddy […]

Whether you’re huddling up against the cold together (which gets extra special if you’ve got a roaring fire) or heading out to explore the highland and rugged terrain of the countryside, Scotland provides a fantastic destination for groups who want to spend some quality holiday time together. Naturally, here at Oliver’s Travels, we’ve got your […]

We’re a bunch of travel-fans here at Oliver’s Travels (shocker!), so whenever any members of our team go on adventures near or far, we always pester them for all the details as soon as they get back. Our Digital Content Executive, Alice, just popped up to bonny Scotland for a few days. Here’s her account […]

In our ten years as a travel firm we’ve helped pamper presidents and mollycoddle the Hollywood elite, but this Hallowe’en at Oliver’s Travels we’re going to offer something to guests that are a little more demanding. You could even say they’re out for our blood. We’re taking customer service to the next level with our […]