Highlands, Scotland

What’s not to love about Caithness?

It was my birthday recently and Mr G treated me to a long weekend in the far north of Scotland. Hooray for birthdays. Our base was a wonderful beachside hotel in Sutherland near the Caithness border. I adore the far north, and have a particular soft spot for Caithness, so I was delighted to find… Continue reading What’s not to love about Caithness?

Highlands, Scotland

Inverness to John O’Groats on the NC500

Nairn - the perfect base for exploring the Highlands  We recently enjoyed a weekend break in Mr G's Highland hometown of Nairn.  Nairn is a seaside town with beautiful beaches.  It's home to Tilda Swinton, and no other than Brad Pitt has been spotted in town.  It's a great base for exploring the NC500, The… Continue reading Inverness to John O’Groats on the NC500