Visitors are often warmly welcomed by the friendliness of the down to earth Scottish people. These locals can often be found in the nearest pub gathering for lunch or dinner, it wouldn't be a trip to Scotland without a delicious homely pub cooked meal. Despite its reputation for traditional food, Scotland is steadily becoming a foodie’s paradise with an emphasis on high quality local produce including seafood, venison and beef.
For the outdoor adventurers, look no further than Scotland, one of Europe's favourite playgrounds. Take a thrilling speed boat ride into the natural whirlpool of Corryvreckan, paraglide through the open skies of the Isle of Arran, mountain bike through astounding areas such as Glentress Forest or canyon the vertical descents of Fort William.
Scotland is also the ideal place for nature lovers. From the startling Three Sisters mountains of Scotland's famous Glen Coe to the magnificent geometric sea cave that is Fingal’s Cave, the uninhabited wilderness of Rannoch Moor to the largest national park in all of the UK, Cairngorms National Park, they’ll be lost for words at all the amazing opportunities Scotland has available for them. As mentioned earlier, Scotland is brimming with historical landmarks and for those that get a kick out of reliving and exploring the past, the options are endless. Visit one of the country’s most popular attractions, Edinburgh Castle, stop in awe at the Callanish Standing Stones circle, explore the best kept Neolithic settlement in Western Europe at Skara Brae or walk through the striking Glasgow Cathedral right in the heart of the city.
Scotland is a place shrouded in folklore and mythology, with many travellers visiting the iconic Loch Ness to catch a glimpse of the enigmatic ‘Nessie’ or the lesser known ‘Morag’ who is said to dwell within Loch Morar. Even the national animal is a unicorn! Which, despite its childish connotations, Celtic mythology describes the unicorn as an emblem of purity, masculinity and power. The lore of the land is intertwined with their unique cultural traditions such as kilts, bagpipes and highland dancing. If you lucky your giftee might even send you a postcard with one of these recognisable Scottish images. Another classic option for tourists is to visit one of Scotland’s over 120 active whiskey distilleries as Scotch Whiskey has been the national drink since 1494. Genuine scotch whiskey can only be made in Scotland and is considered to be the best and most sought after whiskey in the world. If a special person in your life is travelling to or even already living in Scotland, Gifting Owl is home to a dynamic variety of Scottish experiences that they’ll never forget.
If your giftee happens to be in Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow, look no further than the Hop On Hop Off Glasgow Bus Tour. Glasgow is a contemporary city filled with art galleries and museums alongside vibrant youthful energy. What better way to experience the city than to travel in style on the open top buses for a captivating insight into Glasgow’s past and present whilst visiting 21 of its best attractions and landmarks. If you want your giftee to enjoy a more in depth tour, consider the Glasgow City Highlights tour. Initially a guided walking tour through the heart of the city followed by a driven tour to the outskirts and other interesting locations outside of the city centre.
Gifting Owl also offers a variety of fantastic Edinburgh tours if your giftee is travelling through Scotland’s beautiful capital city. Edinburgh happens to be a city that is split into two, with the New Town and the Old Town. Depending on your giftee’s preference we offer tours for both areas. The Edinburgh New Town Tour is an intensive guided experience that touches on everything from the city expansion, social segregation, architecture and adaptation to modern times. The tour offers an introduction to the history that influenced the creation of the New Town. Alternatively, the Private Edinburgh Old Town Architecture Tour will have your giftee admiring award winning postmodern architecture as they explore secret vistas, gardens, historical landmarks and postcard-worthy buildings. If your giftee is the type that wants to see it all the Edinburgh City Highlights tour explores both towns and allows for guests to design a tour around their preferences to ensure they get to see everything they want. For the film buffs, we recommend the Scotland In Tv And Film tour that starts just outside of Edinburgh city and explores locations seen in smash hits such as Game of Thrones, Outlander, Braveheart and The Outlaw King to name but a few. Your giftee will be amazed to learn the history behind these amazing locations and how they were captured on film.
Another standout Scottish experience on offer at Gifting Owl is the Keltneyburn Canyoning Experience, your giftee will have to jump, swim, walk, and even abseil down an amazing canyon and river. A similarly exhilarating experience would be the Aberfeldy Duckie Rafting On River Tay. These two-person duckies are a cross between a white water raft and a kayak, and provide the ultimate white water thrill suitable for any level of paddler.
No matter what kind of giftee you are buying for, Gifting Owl has covered for unforgettable Scottish experiences. All Gifting Owl vouchers are fully interchangeable so your gift can't go wrong. Happy gifting!
