One of the Best Scenic Drives in Scotland: Braemar to Grantown-on-Spey via Tomintoul I’m a huge fan of scenic drives. And one of the best scenic drives in Scotland has to be from the Braemar/Balmoral area to Grantown-on-Spey. It has amazing scenery, breathtaking landscapes and even an outdoor art installation. And you’ll probably spot a…
Exploring St Andrews • Scotland with Bo Fraser Yes. St Andrews Scotland is known as the home of golf. But there is more to this beautiful seaside town than golf — although the golf is epic and important. St Andrews has a rich history that focuses not only on golf, but on education and religion.…
The 12 Best Things You Must Do in Fascinating Edinburgh Scotland Updated on December 12, 2025 Confession time. I didn’t love — or even really like — Edinburgh the first time I visited. But I believe in second chances. So when I returned in January 2022, deep in winter and in the middle of the…
Walking the West Highland Way • Scotland The West Highland Way is a classic. A classic long distance trail that happens to be located in an amazingly gorgeous country — Scotland. The West Highland Way covers 96 miles of diverse scenery. And, it’s doable for someone who is in decent shape. In other words, you…
Exploring Edinburgh Scotland with Bo Fraser Yes, Edinburgh Scotland has a castle. And yes, it has the famous street, the Royal Mile. But there is so much more to the capital of Scotland that you should put on your list. Tune in as Blue Badge guide, Bo Fraser, joins me again to talk about this…
Why You Should Stay at the Beautiful, Historic Bonham Hotel in Edinburgh The Bonham Hotel in Edinburgh is worthy of the splurge. It’s a wonderful hotel, in an old building in the west end of Edinburgh. The location is quiet yet convenient. The hotel dates back to 1872 when it was designed by John Lessels…
