In the latest of our series on accommodation in Scotland, Richard Goslan tackles the controversial caravan.
Nothing divides opinion quite like the humble caravan. It’s a bit like George Bush’s mindset on his “war on terror” – you’re either with us or against us. And if you’re stuck in a tailback on a narrow Highland road caused by a caravanner who’s barely touching 30mph, it’s easy to fall into the former...
By Richard Goslan
from Issue 36 published on 14/12/2007
Whatever you are celebrating, a majestic Scottish castle is the only way to go. Natasha Reed discovers 10 of the finest Scotland has to offer
Scotland’s chequered past has left a legacy of castles, particularly in the Highlands and the Scottish Borders, and each keep or tower has a distinctive legacy and romantic story to tell.
Many are now just ruins but a few have survived and have become iconic symbols of Scotland. Some, such as Edinb...
By Natasha Reed
from Issue 35 published on 15/11/2007
Gone are the days of shared bunks and joint cooking, Scotland’s hostels are now clean, comfortable and, above all, reasonably priced. Richard Goslan reports
If the thought of youth hostelling brings back memories of draughty dormitories, chilly showers, grumpy wardens and chores in the morning, think again. Since celebrating its 75th anniversary last year, the Scottish Youth Hostel Association (SYHA) has re-invented itself as a more relaxed, family-frie...
By Richard Goslan
from Issue 34 published on 30/08/2007
Bored with bog standard hotel rooms? Cora Lydon picks out some more unusual places to stay
Chances are you spend most of the year living in your lovely, but not terribly unusual, house, so when it comes to your holiday why not go for unique and curious accommodation?
Gone are the days of choosing between a drafty tent and a bed and breakfast. Now you can take a trip to Scotland and opt f...
By Cora Lydon
from Issue 28 published on 20/09/2006