Things To Do

06
Oct
A sheep outside Kilchurn Castle.

5 of the best: Scotland's most atmospheric castles

From dramatic clifftop strongholds to atmospheric ruins, Scotland has no shortage of castles with a story to tell.
2 min read
17
Sep
The actor, Sam Heughan, stands on a stone in the middle of a river. He is wearing a kilt with a leather sporran and brown jacket. He holds a bottle of his gin, The Sassenach.

Memories distilled: inside Sam Heughan's Galloway Distillery

6 min read
15
Sep
Oysters, sea monsters and a brilliant weekend in Galloway

Oysters, sea monsters and a brilliant weekend in Galloway

6 min read
15
Sep
The Galloway hotel where the sea is part of the experience

The Galloway hotel where the sea is part of the experience

4 min read
13
Aug
The best wild saunas in Scotland – plus a map of more than 140 to try

The best wild saunas in Scotland – plus a map of more than 140 to try

8 min read
07
Aug
Sunrise over cliffs with moody purple clouds.

Behind the lens with Ian Bowie

Our Gallivant photo contest winner Ian shares how he got into photography, his favourite spots in Scotland, and his top tips for other budding photographers.
4 min read
14
May
Alan Cumming smiles, gesturing to an auditorium and stage behind him.

Scottish actor Alan Cumming on the Highland town that changed his life

Hollywood actor and Traitors US star Alan Cumming, artistic director of Pitlochry Festival Theatre, shares his insider guide to Pitlochry, plus tales of working with Brian Cox and what he’s doing next.
7 min read
23
Apr
Sam Heughan drinking whisky by a loch. He is wearing a kilt and a leather jacket.

Sam Heughan’s Scotland: The Outlander star’s favourite places to escape, eat and explore

Actor Sam Heughan takes us on a Gallivant through Scotland – from the lochs and beaches of his Dumfries & Galloway childhood to Edinburgh hideaways, Highland escapes and Hebridean adventures.
6 min read
30
Mar
A boat sailing across Loch Ness on a bright day. The water is calm.

Monster spotting guide: How to see the Loch Ness Monster

Emma Morrice analysed the evidence to help you create a fun and (hopefully) successful monster hunt – good luck!
4 min read
24
Mar
Scone Palace: Discover Scotland’s ancient crowning place and the mystery of the Stone of Destiny

Scone Palace: Discover Scotland’s ancient crowning place and the mystery of the Stone of Destiny

Step into Scotland’s royal past at Scone Palace, where kings were crowned, mysteries linger, and beautiful gardens and wildlife await.
4 min read