Things To Do

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
12
Aug
The Wild Heat, a sauna located in the middle of Partick in Glasgow’s West End.

Glasgow's best urban saunas – and more Scottish city saunas to try

6 min read
12
Aug
How to Sauna: Kim Robertson's Guide for Beginners

How to Sauna: Kim Robertson's Guide for Beginners

4 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
30
Jul
The Gallivant guide to Edinburgh's festival season

The Gallivant guide to Edinburgh's festival season

From world-class comedy and live music to thought-provoking books, outdoor art and unforgettable performances, Edinburgh's six August festivals transform Scotland's capital into the world's biggest cultural stage. Here's our pick of what not to miss.
4 min read
21
May
A line up of Highland dancers at Braemar Highland Games.

A summer of Highland Games: Join us for a gallivant around Scotland's greatest Gatherings

Morag Lindsay enjoys the lively season among cabers, pipe bands and vibrant villages to discover which event does it best.
8 min read
18
May
Rebecca Maeule holding a caber while wearing a kilt.

"Caber tossing isn't just for men" – meet the ladies who launch

6 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

4 min read