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why may or september

Why May and September are the best times to visit Scotland’s west coast

Published by Rebecca Field April 29, 2026

Longer days, quieter trails, spring flowers or autumn colour—and a much better chance of enjoying the Highlands without the midges. If you’ve ever dreamed of […]

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how we plan our walking routes in Scotland

How we plan our walking routes in Scotland (and what you should know)

Published by Rebecca Field April 22, 2026

Choosing where and when to go hiking in Scotland can feel surprisingly complicated. We’re incredibly lucky here — the range of landscapes and walking opportunities […]

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5 things first-time walkers are surprised by in Scotland

Published by Rebecca Field April 15, 2026

What is walking in Scotland really like? If you’ve never been walking in Scotland before, it’s hard to know what to expect. You might picture […]

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what to expect on a guided walking holiday in Scotland

What to expect on a guided walking holiday in Scotland (A typical day in the Highlands)

Published by Rebecca Field April 1, 2026

If you’re thinking about a walking holiday in Scotland, one of the biggest unknowns is often the simplest: What does a typical day actually look […]

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Planning a group hiking trip to Scotland (part 7) – is it too difficult?

Published by Rebecca Field March 25, 2026

Is hiking in Scotland right for us? Is Scotland too challenging for our group? Setting realistic expectations for walking holidays If you’re organising a group […]

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relax and enjoy your group trip

Scotland doesn’t have real mountains?

Published by Rebecca Field March 18, 2026

Scotland Doesn’t Have “Real” Mountains? If you’re dreaming about a family trip to Scotland, you may have come across this curious claim: “Scotland doesn’t have […]

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relax and enjoy your group trip

Planning a group hiking trip to Scotland (part 6) – relax and enjoy

Published by Rebecca Field March 11, 2026

You shouldn’t have to lead the whole time If you’re the one reading this, you’re probably the one who always does it. You find the […]

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How to make the most of the weather

Planning a group hiking trip to Scotland (part 5) – adapting to the weather

Published by Rebecca Field February 25, 2026

What if the weather changes?  Making the most of the weather when planing a group hike is not always easy in Scotland. When people from […]

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Where to stay with our hiking group

Planning a group hiking trip to Scotland (part 4) – where to stay

Published by Rebecca Field February 11, 2026

“Where will we stay with our hiking group?” – Why location matters more than comfort An essential decision when your planning your hiking vacation, is […]

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managing expectations

Planning a group hiking trip to Scotland (part 3) – managing expectations

Published by Rebecca Field January 28, 2026

One group, many expectations – managing ability & pace in Scotland Organising an overseas hiking vacation that genuinely works for everyone in a group is […]

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