The Highland Club Blog at Fort Augustus Abbey

In Scotland Easter is a very important time of year. It is a time to become united for rich church celebrations, for relaxation and...

Scotland has a broad legacy of myths and legends that stem from Celtic culture and date back to around 2000 years ago. Superstition was...

We published a few Scottish traditional meals before here and now we would like to review some of the typical Scottish dishes for the...

Surprisingly enough, Winter in Scotland can be a lucky time to view wildlife in action. Although many animals will leave for warmer...

Every 25th of January in Scotland we celebrate Burns’ Night or Burns’ Supper. With this special day we salute the Winter Festivals’...

Winter is often pictured as a dark, cold and boring season but reality is that Scotland is a very magical place, especially during the...

The Highland Club provides self-catering accommodation but we’d like to also provide some foodie inspiration to practise during your stay...

As November approaches, you might have heard about Bonfire night or Guy Fawkes night. For those who aren’t British you might ask...

It might come as a surprise but it is actually possible to spot the Northern Lights in Scotland without having to go to Norway or Alaska...

The Highland Club has a long history, far beyond its time as a monastery and Abbey. Supposedly started around 1350, our site on the...

Autumn is a beautiful time of year to visit the Highlands; the landscapes are shining through the autumnal colours and the skies have a...

The Harry Potter series is probably the most famous to come out of Scotland, from its origins in Edinburgh to its filming locations over...

If you are planning a trip to the Scottish Highlands these few travel essentials suggestions could become handy when packing your...

You all probably know about Scotland, about its beautiful scenery and its wild lands with nature at its best, you might also know about...

A family friendly Highlands holiday is the perfect retreat for parents and kids alike. Recently chosen as Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in...

Summer in the Highlands is arguably the best time of the year! With summer comes sunshine, wafting breezes, and all the Highlands Summer...

When organising a trip to the Highlands, where you choose to stay is the first hurdle. The Highlands are deceptively big and there is an...

VisitScotland has launched its first itinerary dedicated to health and wellness. The online guide  focuses on the themes of mind, body...

For those visiting who have an interest in medieval history, the Highlands is a great place to come to find out more about the Viking...

The Highlands are versatile to the seasons. Wind or rain, sun or sleet – there is always something to do. Snow in particular opens up the...