June travels to Scotland

[Liam]

If you haven't already done so, have a "wee" read of Jock Scot's post, "Two telling comments..."
A number of Xmarkers have worn their kilts while visiting Scotland, including me last June. Don't worry about being taken for a tourist, as soon as you open your mouth it will be obvious regardless of what you are wearing. I ran into only one negative comment, and it was from a tourist, who was disappointed I was from Canada, not a native Scotsman. Just wear your kilt confidently and respectfully and have a great trip!

[Jock Scot]

There are some of the all time must sees of Scotland, the most obvious are Culloden and Loch Ness, but Cawdor Castle, Fort George(my favourite) and the not to be ignored Clava Cairns all within close proximity to Inverness. There is also a fine theatre there too.

Hospitality is is something Highland Scots hold dear, I have absolutely no doubt that you will be made very welcome and of course wear the kilt if you wish, but it would be appreciated all round if you could avoid the " dreaded tartan justification lecture."

[Jack Daw]

Take an Ordinance map and follow along as you travel by train. That way you'll know what you're looking at as you go.

[tpa]

Relax, wear your kilt to travel and sight-see. If you are as comfortable in it as you sound, it is not only practical, but in my opinion the best way to travel. If you want to take in any games, this link gives you a list. Most of all enjoy yourself and Scotland's renowned hospitality.

[Stephan]

Just a couple of comments....

If you're walkers/hikers, check this website out: http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk. You'll find a walk for every part of Scotland that you visit.

As far as I'm concerned, you will see the best of Scotland if you WALK Scotland, period.

Plan as much as you can or set modest travel/sightseeing goals...it saves on wandering around and wasting your time AND sideways energy. There are so many things to see and do and whatever you choose will take up more time than first thought. You can't do everything, so plan in a way that gives you the time to appreciate whatever you decide to do.

It's nice that you'll be travelling by rail as it's well organized and gets you to places. Just for fun, check out what it might cost for a car hire....yes, more expensive in the summer but it would give you the unbelievable freedom to drive down the unbeaten track!! Surprisingly, buses will take you to wherever the train doesn't go and I'm sure you will find it just as practical.

Have fun!!

Stephan

[tpa]

If you hire a car, bear in mind that travel on the West coast of Scotland, in particular, takes at leaast twice as long as you expect or normally calculate.

[Dughlas mor]

@Stephan, I just have to say, that is a very cool website!

[Julia Elliott]

Just a couple of comments....

If you're walkers/hikers, check this website out: http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk. You'll find a walk for every part of Scotland that you visit.

As far as I'm concerned, you will see the best of Scotland if you WALK Scotland, period.

Plan as much as you can or set modest travel/sightseeing goals...it saves on wandering around and wasting your time AND sideways energy. There are so many things to see and do and whatever you choose will take up more time than first thought. You can't do everything, so plan in a way that gives you the time to appreciate whatever you decide to do.

It's nice that you'll be travelling by rail as it's well organized and gets you to places. Just for fun, check out what it might cost for a car hire....yes, more expensive in the summer but it would give you the unbelievable freedom to drive down the unbeaten track!! Surprisingly, buses will take you to wherever the train doesn't go and I'm sure you will find it just as practical.

Have fun!!

Stephan

Thanks for the link! I am going in october and hope to do a lot of walking.. i also agree with you on the busses.. i have checked into rail and bus options and although I will use trains when i can, It really would limit where i could go.