Is Solo Travel In Scotland A Good Idea?

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Solo travel in Scotland is soaring in popularity but is it a good idea?

In today’s email: 

• Is Solo Travel In Scotland A Good Idea?

• No visit to Scotland is complete without a visit to the Highlands

• Collect your gift! - A Free Digital Copy Of The Ultimate Scotland Travel Guide

• Around the Web:  Bonnie Prince Charlie's sword to go on display at Perth Museum, The 'ultimate' Edinburgh pub crawl that's perfect for a Christmas night - or day - out, Scottish Islands You Don’t Want to Miss and more

• From Social Media - The National Wallace Monument

• Scottish Food You Will Love - Traditional Scotch Broth With Chicken | Scottish Recipe

• Coo Wee - Do Highland cows make good pets?

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Seeing Scotland solo soars in popularity

Soaring numbers of people from across the world are exploring Scotland solo – including Edinburgh – new figures have revealed.

Visitors say that Scotland’s friendly people and inclusive culture make the country stand out from other destinations.

VisitScotland has identified a post-pandemic trend in solo travelling after a surge of interest over the last three years.

From 2021 to 2023, Google searches for solo trips to Scotland jumped by 33% with travellers citing several decisive factors.

VisitScotland, the national tourism organisation, said that after Covid stopped travel plans, many people are now less willing to wait for others to take their dream trip, combined with a “why not” mindset post-pandemic.

Is Solo Travel in Scotland a good idea?

We posed this question to the Love Scotland Facebook Group and the overwhelimg response has been positive.

You can see responses from the group members here.

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No visit to Scotland is complete without a visit to the Highlands

Exploring the majestic Highlands of Scotland should be at the top of your travel list. From its stunning landscape to rich cultural heritage, there is something for everyone in this wild and wonderful part of the country.

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Get Your Free Digital Copy Of The Ultimate Scotland Travel Guide

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Around The Web

Bonnie Prince Charlie's sword to go on display at Perth Museum

It will be the first time the sword has returned to Scotland since it was made in Perth in 1739.

Glasgow steakhouse could be named the 'best' restaurant in Scotland

A Glasgow steakhouse could be named the best restaurant in the country in an upcoming hospitality awards event

Two Edinburgh pubs in the running to be named as ‘Scotland’s Cocktail Bar of the Year 2023’

The Capital's Hey Palu and The Cocktail Geeks are this year's finalists, along with Glasgow bar The Absent Ear.

Edinburgh local gobsmacked after spotting grey seal in Water of Leith

Around the coast of Scotland, grey seals can often be spotted close to shore - but one Edinburgh local was baffled when she spotted one 

The 'ultimate' Edinburgh pub crawl that's perfect for a Christmas night - or day - out

As well as taking you to 17 fantastic pubs, the route created by Tri Carragh will also open up some of the Scottish capital's most famous landmarks.

Two Edinburgh bakeries named among 'five most popular in the UK' after causing a sensation on TikTok

Edinburgh has two bakeries in list of the top five most popular in the UK

The Dome Edinburgh put iconic Christmas decorations up in October splitting opinion

Edinburgh's The Dome have got locals debating among themselves after once again decorating their iconic building for Christmas during the middle of October.

American tourist shares 4 reasons why you should visit Glasgow

I recently visited Glasgow as part of a 10-day girls' trip across Europe, where I also spent time in London and Brussels.

We spent $800 to explore remote Scottish island that was nearly empty

Insider's reporter visited Barra, a remote island in Scotland, right before its offseason. She said she didn't have to deal with other tourists.

I found the UK's answer to Ibiza with white sand beaches and raving until dawn

The tiny island hosted a lively and unusual event that saw islanders and visitors come together in lively spirit.

baile/baile, "Scotland's most remote club night", is launching in the Scottish Highlands

Local DJ Sigi Whittle has launched the event series to combat the lack of spaces for young people to express themselves in the region.

'Outlander' fan moved from the US to Scotland to live Scottish fantasy

After falling in love with the show "Outlander," Hailey Beaupre decided to give up her life in her small town in Connecticut to live out her dreams.

Scottish Islands You Don’t Want to Miss

Scotland has almost 800 islands clustered around its coastline, each with its own distinct appeal.

Today we look at 8 that you don’t want to miss.

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From Social Media

Standing tall & proud over the city of Stirling, the National Wallace Monument!

Have YOU conquered the 246-step spiral staircase to take in the view from this iconic landmark?

The National Wallace Monument

Credit: - Instagram.com/philly_cp

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Scottish Food You Will Love

Traditional Scotch Broth With Chicken | Scottish Recipe

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Do Highland cows make good pets?

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