Kintail Holidays

I’m very fortunate this summer; having returned from my German adventures, I spent two nights at home before heading off again, this time to Kintail with Bruce. We had great plans for a few days of hills; sadly the weather conspired against us and we (Bruce) had to make alternate plans. Fort Augustus I LOVE … Continue reading Kintail Holidays

Great Glen Way Day 3: South Laggan to Invermoriston

Our walk started off with a wee jaunt along the verge of the A82. Why this road section does not have either a reduced speed limit or a pavement escapes me as you’re literally taking your life in your hands in order to access Forest Lodge, the Great Glen Hostel, or even a bus stop! … Continue reading Great Glen Way Day 3: South Laggan to Invermoriston

Loch Ness 360, Day 3: Fort Augustus to Invermoriston

Got up for an early breakfast - I’m now regretting this at 3 pm as I’m tired! However, the early start did allow me to get down to the locks and see ‘Moonshadow’ go all the way down! As an aside (Bruce), it turns out my sister and I are not the only people fascinated … Continue reading Loch Ness 360, Day 3: Fort Augustus to Invermoriston

Loch Ness 360, Day 2: Foyers to Fort Augustus

Feeling refreshed at 5:30 am when I first woke up, I could happily have slept on when the 7:40 am alarm sounded. As it was, the smoked salmon and scrambled eggs was worth rising for. Refuelled once again, I packed up just in time for the baggage carrier to call - he was 5 minutes … Continue reading Loch Ness 360, Day 2: Foyers to Fort Augustus