Visiting Scotland
A little bit of everything to get you prepared
If you like to eat, you are in for a treat! Edinburgh is known throughout the UK for its delicious restaurants and street vendors. If you haven't tried Haggis, you must. It's delicious!
16 Foods You Must Eat When You're in Scotland
The 12 best restaurants in Edinburgh – according to the Scotsman critics
If this is a trip without the kids....
What's a wedding without romance? If you haven't found Outlander on Netflix yet, try reading the novel. I can't even imagine. As if Braveheart wasn't enough....then along comes Jaime (fair warning: I skipped some parts☺).
Hot for Scots: 11 Must-Read Scottish Historical Romances
If you are looking for a romantic night in the Highlands or Edinburgh, here are some options:
The most romantic hotels in Scotland
Look for some of these at our wedding:
When in Scotland
Looking to pub crawl? Here's a great guide to get you started:
16 Best Bars & Pubs in Edinburgh
If you like live music, check these out:
10 of the best live music bars in Edinburgh
Take a tour of the Dewars, Glenmorangie, or Glenlivet distillery or opt for a Scottish brand you can't find in the states. Or do both?
Stay local?
Or make an adventure out of it:
The Home of Golf
First played back in the 1500s, Scotland is a definitely a golfer's dream.
My top 10 golf courses to play in Scotland
The best golf courses in Scotland
For the Trump fans:
For the history buffs:
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Where do I begin?!?! The whole Royal Mile screams Diagon Alley! Unfortunately, my eyes deceived me. Although many of the books were written in Edinburgh, most of the film sites are outside the city.
There's also The Hogwarts Express you can ride, although it has a different name.
Comprehensive Guide to the Top Harry Potter Sites in Edinburgh Scotland
A Guide to Harry Potter Filming Locations in Scotland
So much to do, so little time
The Cauldron: The Cauldron Magical Experience is a 1 hr 45 min immersive class in Edinburgh, Scotland where you wield a working magic wand and use molecular mixology to brew drinkable elixirs. After donning a robe and receiving a magic wand, you are led to an interactive work station where you learn spellcasting 101 by pouring a welcome drink of either beer, cocktail, or mocktail. Family friendly!