Inverness – The Highland Capital
A trip to the North of Scotland simply wouldn’t be complete without a stop off in Inverness. Known as the Capital of the Highland, Inverness serves as a gateway to the Scottish Highlands and is located at the Northern end of the world famous Loch Ness.
While in and around Inverness there are several outstanding places you should visit. As mentioned above, Loch Ness is very close to the small city and you have to visit to appreciate the sheer size of the body of water. There are many picnic spots and stop off points surrounding the many miles of Loch-side road.
Also very close to Inverness is the site of, and visitor centre for, the Culloden Battlefield. The famous Battle of Culloden took place in 1746 and changed Scottish history forever. You can also visit the Caledonian Canal, which was constructed to allow passage straight thru the centre of Scotland via interconnected Lochs.
Whether you choose to stay in the city itself or closer to areas such as Loch Ness, you will have no problem finding accommodation. The popularity of the region ensures that there are plenty of Inverness hotels available at any given time.
Oban, Scotland
The West coast of Scotland can be a truly magical setting for a quiet holiday away from the bustle of everyday life, and Oban is one of the jewels in it’s crown.
Known locally for a tranquil setting and outstanding, locally sourced and prepared seafood, Oban has much to offer it’s many visitors. Not only is there much to see and do in the town itself, but Oban is often used as the perfect base from which to explore the wider reaches of West Scotland and the Highlands.
Highlights in Oban include the 1880’s folly ‘McCaig’s tower’ which can be seen from almost anywhere in the town, Oban distillery & visitor centre, The War and Peace museum and Art gallery. The sea life centre is very popular, and you can even take a trip out to sea and view sea life in the wild.
You are destined to be charmed with the hospitality of the local people, and pampered in one of the many bed and breakfasts, guest houses, or hotels in Oban.
There are several small villages surrounding Oban which are worth a visit too, such as Helensburgh, Taynuilt and Inverary.
Cheap hotels in Dundee
Dundee is located North of Edinburgh, in the county of Angus. In Victorian times it was famous for producing the textile ‘Jute’.
Perhaps the best known attraction in Dundee is the famous ship ‘Discovery’(incidentally Dundee is known as ‘The city of Discovery’), which took Captain Scott to the South Pole in 1901. The ship is permanently berthed in Dundee and you can take an on-board guided tour and learn all about the fascinating story of the ship and it’s expeditions.
Dundee is also known in Scotland as a great destination for shoppers, but also boasts museums, theatres, an observatory, beautiful gardens and a wildlife park. It’s a great place to stop on your way further North towards Aberdeen and the Grampian region. For the thrifty among you, Dundee is noted as one of the most affordable places to stay in Scotland.
Whether you are indeed using Dundee as a stopping off point for a single night, or remaining there for a longer period, take a look at our budget selection of cheap hotels in Dundee for somewhere affordable to stay.