Looking for Loch Ness

First stop in Scotland was a trip to the picturesque city of Edinburgh, and although we only spent one full day there it’s safe to say I fell in love. Naturally we had to do a bit of sightseeing, checking out Edinburgh castle and the amazing view it has to offer. The need for a refuel sent us down the street, and into a little pub where I chose the fried haggis balls – surprisingly delicious.

Deciding to take a wander round the city, our first stop was a trip down the Royal Mile which is the high street in Edinburgh. Following that I set off on my own to peruse a few places a friend who had previously lived in Edinburgh had recommended to me. I took a walk down nearby Cockburn street which was very quaint, and also led into an area of cute shops and pubs. Continuing on my quest for shopping I ventured onto Princes Street to get my fix, before heading into the Stockbridge area to check out the charity shops. I also popped into the shop attached to the Whisky distillery to buy my father a quick little present as my grandmother had dismissed the idea of a distillery tour (stubbornness runs in the family I'm afraid).

I ended my day with a light dinner in a nearby cafe, before venturing back to the hotel to check in with the family and watch some trashy TV to unwind.

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle with my Grandma

The only other stop in our Scottish visit was to the infamous Loch Ness. We stayed one night near the lake, making a trip down to see the nearby Urquhart castle covered in snow, and also to the lake to try our luck at spotting the 'mysterious creature'. We had a lot of fun taking funny photos and running round in the snow covered street.

Joking at Loch Ness

-Melissa