I can’t think of anything more quintessentially Scottish than driving through the Highlands, exploring historic castles and charming towns overlooking scenic lochs. As an American, such were the images I had of Scotland prior to visiting – and I can confidently say reality did not disappoint! One of Continue reading
Category Archives: Castles
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Dumbarton Castle: An Unforgettable Day Trip from Glasgow
Dumbarton Castle, a former military bastion less than an hour’s drive from Glasgow, Scotland, is a dream destination for history nerds everywhere. Situated on a volcanic rock overlooking the River Clyde, Continue reading
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Off Istanbul’s Beaten Path: Rumeli Fortress
Rumeli Fortress is one of Istanbul’s undiscovered gems, and yet, you won’t be able to find it listed in most mainstream travel guides to the city. Since the fortress isn’t accessible by public transit, it’s largely off the tourist radar, and I wouldn’t Continue reading
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Festung Hohensalzburg: A Fortress With A View
One of my travel philosophies is that if I’m travelling to a city with a castle, that castle is going to be visited. For Americans, castles and grand fortresses epitomize one of the core reasons why we travel to Europe: to see and experience things we simply can’t back home. Continue reading
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The Fairy Tale in the Alps: An Afternoon at Neuschwanstein Castle
Should I begin this post about Neuschwanstein Castle with once upon a time?
Like many children, I grew up with a deep appreciation for fairy tales. Continue reading
