Trip Inspiration
Can't decide where to go or what to do on your next visit to the Highlands and Islands? Or perhaps you're just looking for a bit of travel inspiration from those that know how to get the best out of the area? Look no further, we've got what you need!
Browse travel blogs below, written by the local community, to inspire you on your next adventure. Learn about new places to explore, how to spot native wildlife, the best places to eat and drink and above all, how to get the most out of your time in one of the most beautiful parts of Scotland.
Connect with local communities on your next trip to inspire your story!
18 September, 2023
Returning Home
The movement of people across the Highlands and Islands has shaped our culture for centuries.
18 September, 2023
Shaped by the Landscape
Shaped by centuries of geological activity, the dramatic landscape of the Highlands and Islands is best explored on foot.
18 September, 2023
Stilling Lands
The Highlands are synonymous with whisky having some of the best distilleries in Scotland to explore.
18 September, 2023
Take the Slow Road
The Highlands are the perfect place to embark on a slow adventure.
18 September, 2023
The Blanket Bog
The story of peat in the Highlands and Islands is tied to the struggle of communities for fuel and, most recently, climate change and biodiversity.