{"id":2170,"date":"2019-02-17T22:54:27","date_gmt":"2019-02-17T22:54:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tripfuser.com\/blog\/?p=2170"},"modified":"2025-01-05T15:07:01","modified_gmt":"2025-01-05T15:07:01","slug":"5-glorious-scottish-moments-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/5-glorious-scottish-moments-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Glorious Scottish Moments and When to Experience Them"},"content":{"rendered":"

A haven for the adventurous, Scotland is famed for its dramatic landscapes, castles and gory medieval tales that attract thousands of visitors every year. <\/span><\/p>\n

When travelling to Scotland, it\u2019s difficult to know where to start, with a rich, celebrated culture, eclectic cities and vast mountain ranges, trying to fit everything in can seem like a bit of a headache, luckily Designer Journeys has a great team of Local Designer\u2019s to help you out. <\/span><\/p>\n

Alongside myself – a Scot, born and raised.<\/span><\/p>\n

First things first, when should you visit Scotland?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The answer? <\/span><\/p>\n

Any time!<\/span><\/p>\n

Scotland is beautiful at all times of the year. During winter, you\u2019ll be charmed by roaring fires, twinkling Christmas lights, and warming food and drinks. <\/span><\/p>\n

In Spring, you\u2019ll feel like you are witnessing nature wake up, as the streets and parks are bursting with colour. In Summer, warmer days bring locals out from their houses; performers bring life to the streets; beaches are filled with families, and the Fringe festival transforms the capital, Edinburgh<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

This sees us through Autumn when the Highlands turn to a sea of fiery reds, oranges and yellows as the leaves begin to fall and the skies are ablaze with vibrant purples, creating unforgettable sunsets.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The key to travelling in Scotland is to be prepared as you never know what will happen. You can expect hailstones followed by sunshine; freezing winds followed by 25-degree heat, and 30 seconds of pouring rain – all in one day. It is best to take a bag with a scarf, raincoat and perhaps a pair of flip-flops if you are feeling lucky.<\/span><\/p>\n

While you can travel to Scotland at any time of year, there are certain things that you simply cannot miss out on. I\u2019ve whittled it down to the highlights of Scotland: things that you should do and see to capture this beautiful country at its finest, and it\u2019s a lot more simple than you think.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Eat Fish and Chips in Summer<\/strong><\/h2>\n

I said it was simple, right? <\/span><\/p>\n

Fish and chips is a not-so-healthy meal that has delighted this country for decades. While you might be able to enjoy the dish in more or less any pub or restaurant in Scotland, for the best \u2013 and sometimes the greasiest \u2013 look no further than the local fish and chip shop along a harbour front. <\/span><\/p>\n

For an authentic experience, I would tell you to accept nothing more than newspaper for packaging but unfortunately, the well-loved alternative to wrapping paper is no longer popular. Probably due to the inevitable likelihood of ink running into your chips.<\/span><\/p>\n

Grab a \u201cfish supper\u201d and pull up a wooden bench on the harbour to watch the waves. Fresh each morning, you\u2019ll soon find out why fish and chips are so popular among locals.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pitlochry in Spring<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Nestled on the banks of the River Tummel, Pitlochry is a sight to behold at any time of year. <\/span><\/p>\n

Acting as a central gateway to the Highlands, in Spring, Pitlochry is filled with vibrant colours as the flowers come into bloom and the warming sun defrosts your toes after the chilly winter months. <\/span><\/p>\n

A traditional resort town, the best way to enjoy Pitlochry is to relish in its natural beauty in any way possible. The small town is surrounded by hiking trails that take you to some of the most spectacular viewpoints in Scotland, just moments away from the Cairngorms National Park. <\/span><\/p>\n

Chase the Aurora Borealis in Autumn<\/strong><\/h2>\n

One of the greatest natural wonders in the world, the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights, is a once in a lifetime experience – you should consider yourself lucky to see it. However, when you are far from the city lights, where stars are in abundance on the coast of Scotland, you might just have a chance.<\/span><\/p>\n

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