The area of Deeside is rightly famous for being home to several fine castles. The best-known of these is Balmoral, being the Scottish summer residence of the British royal family. In this palace, designed by Prince Albert and Aberdeen architect William Smith, one can glimpse the...

With over 50 munros (what we call mountains that are at least 3000ft high) in the Cairngorms National Park, the scenery is breathtaking and wild. The NE250 takes drivers up on the high ground for the most spectacular views of the wildest environment Scotland has...

Heading south from Spey Bay takes you into the heart of Speyside. The River Spey is renowned worldwide amongst anglers for its pristine and varied waters, making it excellent for salmon and trout fishing. Most estates offer day tickets, so if you enjoy sitting in...

Lying on the far North-Eastern tip of Scotland, Fraserburgh is the biggest shellfish port in Europe. The first-ever lighthouse in Scotland was built here on a castle at Kinnaird Head which now forms the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses. Here, you will be treated to the rich...

The connection between coast and community is inseparable; generations of coast dwellers have made their living from the sea. ...