Travel Kat Tours

Scotland is blessed with over 2000 castles and historic ruins, steeped with rich history and stories. As a Scottish tour guide these are my top picks that you should visit on your trip to Scotland.

If you're visiting the UK for the first time read this post. I always recommend a minimum of three nights in London and three nights in Edinburgh. Getting around the UK is easy and there is a lot to take in.

If are travelling to the UK soon, these are the mobile apps I would recommend you download prior to your trip. I have also included helpful, practical websites you might need to use.

A curated list of accommodation in Edinburgh. I have tried to include different budgets and different “vibes” across the city. Personally, I would opt for an apartment in Edinburgh for a more authentic local experience. All of these below are centrally located and a good base to explore the city.

If you are a Royal family fan (past and present) and want to experience rich history and opulence in the city then read this guide. I have included paid attractions and some free entrance locations too.

Indulge in a leisurely afternoon of tea, finger sandwiches and clotted cream scones. I have included a list of locations throughout the UK.

A collection of different books for all ages. All of these books and activity books all have a theme surrounding the UK

As a Harry Potter tour guide and fan, these are the books I would recommend you get to add to your collection.

Diana Gabaldon's Outlander book and TV series has created a huge influx of visitors to Scotland. Come to Scotland and see for yourself some dramatic castles, ancient standing stones and bonnie landscapes. This post contains locations used in the filming production and other locations in Scotland that are “outlander inspired” alongside the real historical locations mentioned in the series. *I can't guarantee you'll run into Jamie Fraser though!

Your guide to all things haunted, witchy and paranormal in Edinburgh. I have included reputable guided tours, attractions, hotels and stores.

Did you know that a bottle of Scottish whisky is sold every 14 seconds? It is a huge industry here and you can visit these locations yourself on a trip to Scotland. As a lass who was born and brought up in the Speyside region, in fact my late father was a distiller for the famous Chivas Regal distillery, Strathisla and latterly Longmorn. I have tried to include whiskies of all price points.

If you're visiting Scotland add these items to your packing list. My top tip - be prepared for the ever changing weather!

Your guide of things to do, see and eat in Inverness. I have also included some accommodation at the bottom of this post. Inverness is the main city in the highlands, where the River Ness and the Moray Firth meet. The city itself, I find is very walkable and is a good base for exploring the surrounding area. I would advise two days here in the city to fully experience all the city has to offer, however if time is tight then one night could be workable.

As a Scottish highland lass, these are the locations and accommodations I would recommend if you are travelling in Scotland. I have selected these accommodations based on their location and surrounding area. The guide is set around the west coast of Scotland on the island of Skye.

Resources and books that will help if you are tracing your family history back to Scotland.

A curated gift idea's list for the person who loves coffee, whether they are at home barista or someone who loves to grab a coffee on the go, this guide will have some great ideas.

A collection of Scottish businesses that sell beautifully crafted jewellery. These would be great gift ideas too! All of these designs are sold on Etsy.

Scottish heritage brands that you can wear, whether you're visiting Scotland or just want an outfit inspired by this bonnie land. ✨🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

A list of books that I recommend if you're interested in Scottish history & culture and food.

As an Edinburgh Tour guide and historian, these are my recommendations for book on the history of Scottish witchcraft.

A selection of non-fiction books if you're seeking a Scottish history hit.