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A Visitor’s Guide to Scotland’s Airports

Scotland has some of the most diverse airports in the world, from Edinburgh with its 12 million annual passengers at one end of the scale to Barra at the other which has the world’s only beach runway.

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Author Image Craig Neil July 23, 2018| October 26, 20255005 Views 23 min read
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How to Save Money on Travel in Scotland

Scotland has plenty of sights and activities to attract wealthy tourists, but what about those of us who have to make our money stretch a little bit further? Learn exactly how to travel Scotland on a budget in this complete guide.

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Author Image Craig Neil July 21, 2018| November 17, 20253321 Views 22 min read

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Craig Neil Out About Scotland

Hi, Iโ€™m Craig Neil โ€” a travel writer based in Edinburgh with a lifelong passion for exploring Scotland. Through Out About Scotland, I share first-hand insights from visiting the countryโ€™s top attractions, along with practical advice to help you discover the very best places to go.

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How Much Should You Tip in Scotland?

Author Image Craig Neil April 21, 2023| October 26, 2025 15 min read

While having an understanding of every single one of Scotland’s customs isn’t necessary for visitors, the practice of giving gratuities (AKA tipping) is something that’s practically universal and is just as relevant in Scotland as it is in any other country – with a few exceptions.

In this article, we’ll cover the ins and outs of giving tips in Scotland, when you should or shouldn’t give a little extra, and where it’s usually customary to do so.

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Inspiring Castles to Visit in South Scotland

Author Image Craig Neil February 18, 2023| October 24, 2025 31 min read

Scotland is home to some of the most breathtaking and awe-inspiring castles in the world.

With nearly 1,500 towering turrets and sprawling curtain-walled fortresses to see during a sightseeing tour, Scotlandโ€™s castles offer visitors a unique glimpse into the countryโ€™s past.

From world-renowned castles such as Stirling and Edinburgh to lesser-known gems like Dirleton and Tantallon, here are the best castles to visit in South Scotland.

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How to Save Money on a Trip to Scotland

Author Image Craig Neil May 8, 2021| February 29, 2024 29 min read

Scotland can be an expensive place to visit and unfortunately the price of everything from admission tickets to petrol seems to be reaching new wallet-destroying levels with each passing year.

In this article you’ll discover tips and tricks to save money on a trip to Scotland whether you’re travelling by car or train, staying in a top-notch hotel or a budget hostel, and eating in a posh restaurant or snacking on a takeaway burger.


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