Self Catering Scotland & Relax in the Highlands

There are many different options to consider when choosing and booking a holiday. One of the biggest things to consider is what kind of accommodation you will require. There are a number of options such as hotel, B&B, camping or caravanning but probably one of the best is self-catering. Self-catering accommodation comes in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. From modern 1 bedroom apartments in Edinburgh to 12 people chalets in the Highlands, Scotland has it all. Let’s have a quick look at some of the reasons why you should choose to go self-catering in Scotland.

-Large parties can be catered for

-Cheaper to rent as the costs can be split per person

-Wide selection of accommodation types

-Flexibility with meal times and options

-Privacy

Scotland is a country of national beauty and splendour. It is not hard to see why people flock to it in the holiday season, all wanting to experience the great outdoors. No matter what kind of holiday you are looking for Scotland has it all. Let’s have a look at some of the attractions and activities on offer.

Castles:

Two of the most famous castles in Scotland are Edinburgh and Stirling. The former dates back to the 12^th century and has different halls and chambers that were added over subsequent centuries. The National War Museum and the Scottish crown jewels are housed there. The latter received the nobility and gentlefolk of the 16^th Century and quickly turned into a centre for the arts and entertainment. Another of Scotland’s famous castles is Eilean Donan in Dornie, which is only 8 miles from the Isle of Skye.  The castle has been rebuilt many times over the centuries and it played an important part in many famous feuds!

Fishing:

Scotland is the ideal place for a fishing trip thanks to the many lochs, rivers and beautiful countryside. On a Scottish fishing trip you could hope to catch Scottish Salmon, Monster Pike or Atlantic Salmon. You can either choose a break of coarse fishing or sea fishing but you must make sure that you obtain the relevant licences. You will find some fishing locations will have allocated accommodation in the form of lodges and they offer everything you need for a fantastic trip.

Adventure Activities:

Scotland is proudly known as Europe’s Adventure Capital and it is not hard to see why. Try your hand at white water rafting, river bugging, canyoning, off road biking and snowboarding. Scotland has the perfect terrain for adventure activities and you are sure to find something that you will enjoy.