Edinburgh Castle has recorded its highest ever monthly visitor figures after 205,000 people went through its doors in August. The biggest influx came on 8 August, when 8,232 people visited the ...

I explored Edinburgh Castle, the 12th-century Scottish royal residence thought to be haunted. The castle was built on a hilltop that was formed by an extinct volcano. Because of its high position, the ...

Autumn is a brilliant time to travel as most destinations are significantly cheaper now that the children are back in school, but you do not need to spend money on a plane ticket to find somewhere ...

After exploring Edinburgh Castle, head about 20 miles west of the city to experience Blackness Castle. While there are a number of castles outside the city (this is the land of many a border skirmish, ...

A charming slice of Scottish history and culture or an overpriced, crowded tourist trap? With tartan-clad pipers entertaining the crowds in front of historic buildings, Edinburgh’s Royal Mile is a bit ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Michele Herrmann reports on hotels, attractions and food/drink news. Scotland has grown in popularity as a tourism destination ...

From cosy countryside escapes to exciting city festivities, Scotland is a magical place to visit during the colder seasons — ...