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Hey Maria
First and foremost you have an amazing website. I am amazed by your travel diaries.
I was searching for things to do and places to go in Scotland. I came across your Scotland travel articles and it was really interesting to read.
I would really appreciate your insights on how to travel to Scotland. I have around 8-9 days to cover the top places. What would you recommend?
I really want to visit Edinburgh and the Isle of Skye. I am a nature lover and a die-hard fan of the tv series Outlander.
Please help me out with some recommendations for places and stay.
Thank you so much. Waiting to hear from you. 🙂
Hi 🙂 Thanks a lot for your message.
Well it depends. Based on what you desire to visit I would suggest 2 days at least in Edinburgh (Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Holyrood Palace). Explore the Old Town and the charming streets. Do not miss St. Giles’ Cathedral, and the Real Mary King’s Close. Enjoy the panoramic views from Calton Hill or Arthur’s Seat. Day 3 you could focus on Outlander Filming Locations. Craigmillar Castle which stood in for Ardsmuir Prison, Preston Mill (Lallybroch’s Mill), and Blackness Castle (Fort William). Don’t miss a visit to Doune Castle, which was used as Castle Leoch in the series. From day 4-6 the Isle of Skye. Take a scenic drive or train journey from Edinburgh to Isle of Skye. Explore Portree, the main town on the island. Visit the Aros Centre to learn about Skye’s culture and history. Day 5 explore the natural beauty of Isle of Skye. Visit the Old Man of Storr, Quiraing, and Fairy Pools for breathtaking landscapes. Explore Dunvegan Castle and its gardens. Day 6 Explore the Talisker Distillery for a taste of Scotland’s famous whisky. Visit Neist Point Lighthouse for stunning coastal views. Spend the evening exploring local pubs and enjoying traditional Scottish music. Then come back to Edinburgh. I visited Scotland by car, which was the best solution to me.
Hope it helps! Let me know and have a wonderful trip!
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You are very welcome! I am glad you can find helpful advice 🙂
Hello Maria,
Thank you very much for the information about Taormina’s reaturants. It was very helpful to us.
I would to like to ask one question to you. One of my friend has recommed me the island Pantelleria.
Is it realy interesting to visit.? If yes how is the connection from italian cities?
Thank you very much in advance
All the best
Hi Demir!
Glad you find it useful! 🙂 It is not always easy to choose what to visit in Sicily. There are so many things to see. Pantelleria…well, it depends on what you are looking for. To me Pantelleria is a wild, very wild island with dramatic landscapes, nice for trekking or to spend a day on a boat. I was struck by Lago Specchio di Venere (Venere’s mirror Lake), Laghetto delle Ondine and Cala Tramontana (you can google these places) but it is not my favourite island. You can reach it by ferry from Trapani approximately in 2 hours. In the western Sicily, I prefer Egadi Islands: Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo, which are really stunning.
Hope it helps and let me know if you need other advice 🙂
All the best!
Hi Maria,
My fiancee and I are visiting Sicily mid August 2016, staying at Taormina. I know that August 15th is a special day (Assumption) and have noted that there are quite spectacular celebrations in nearby Randazzo on that day. Would you recommend a visit ? I would certainly appreciate any advice from you.
Saluti
Barry
Hi Barry!!!
Here in Italy August 15th is called Ferragosto, in honour of the Emperor Ottaviano Augusto that celebrated the end of agricultural work. During this day people didn’t work and there were a lot of celebrations. Only then it became a Catholic celebration. Today there are celebrations in small villages like Randazzo, where you can take part to “The Assumption Vara” celebration. On the evening of August 14 there is a procession with the statue of the Sleeping Madonna. In August 15 there is a procession of the Vara which is an allegorical triumphal chariot 20 meters high representing death, assumption and coronation of the Virgin Mary. On Vara there are 30 characters between boys and girls representing the Apostles, the Angels, the Saints, Virgin Mary and Christ. While the Vara goes through the streets of the village accompanied by the band, the guys who are above sing an ancient hymn, and people on the balconies throw sweets to children. We are used to see a lot of celebrations like this in Sicily but I don’t think it is so amazing to deserve a visit. Better “Vara” procession in Messina. It is more spectacular. You also have to consider that it is a feast day everywhere and there is much traffic on the streets!
Saluti 🙂
Maria
Hi Maria
my wife and I are planning 3 days in Copenhagen early May 2016. we are in our 50’s, very fit and active – we love to walk…… your 3 day tour sounds great. I need a decent hotel in a nice neighborhood to launch our 3 days in Copenhagen….could you recommend /email one please?……It would help. or at least, suggest an area for us…..
thanks, Thomas Lombardi
Hi Thomas!
It sounds great, you will enjoy Copenhagen. Not all hotels in Copenhagen have a good quality/price ratio. Copenhagen is an expensive city. So, what’s your budget?
My favourite hotels are:
– Copenhagen Admiral Hotel, which is a bit expensive but you can find great deals. The location is magical, perfect for a couple.
– Axel Guldsmeden – Guldsmeden Hotels (near station and Tivoli Gardens. Most hotels which are located in this part of the city have a moderate price)
Then, if you are looking for a day trip from Copenhagen and you love great outdoors (and you want to see something different from what I put in my article) consider to visit Northern Zealand popular for its beautiful landscapes, beaches and also Kronborg Castle at Helsingør, known for Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
You can also spend a day in Malmo (Sweden), a lovely city yuo can easily reach via Øresund Bridge. Check out my article http://www.travellector.com/things-to-do-in-malmo/
I will write more about Copenhagen and you are going to travel in May so stay tuned!
Let me know if you receive my message (just to be sure it is not in your spam folder).
If you need any help I will be happy to satisfy all your questions 🙂
Maria xxx
Hello,
I would like to invite you to come and write about Serbia. I would write your itinerary and help you out how to figure us out. Hopefully you will accept my invitation and experience our lovely country.
Best regards
Ivan
Thank you for inviting me Ivan! Maybe I will visit it this year. Your country is really charming.
Have a nice day!
Maria
Hi Maria,
It’s Peter again