Walking the Great Glen Way: The Perfect Highland Escape

Following the path of an ancient fault line alongside sparkling lochs and historic canals, the Great Glen Way is one of Scotland's most rewarding walking trails. From exploring historic castles to kayaking on Loch Ness, discover some of the incredible experiences you can have along the way. Read more

A Comprehensive Guide to Walking the South West Coast Path

Curious about the South West Coast Path? Discover its length, difficulty, and the best sections to explore in this guide to one of Britain’s most iconic trails. Read more

Escape the Crowds: 5 Quieter Alternatives to Popular Walks

The UK & Ireland are home to some of the most breath-taking long-distance walks in the world and it is easy to see why they are so popular! However, we know many people prefer to escape the crowds, so we've put together a list of our top 5 favourite... Read more

The Most Haunted Places in Scotland to Visit

Scotland is a nation of storytellers, and throughout the centuries, terrifying accounts have persisted of unexplained sights and sounds. Each of our world-renowned historic sites has a story to tell, from haunted castles, ancient standing stones, and a creepy capital city. Join Jason from the Absolute Escapes team on... Read more

5 Tips to Plan a Perfect UK Road Trip

We've got decades of experience designing award-winning self-drive tours in the UK. Our Travel Specialist, Laura, reveals her top tips for the ultimate road trip. Read more

9 Surprising Benefits of Visiting Scotland in Winter

Embrace winter in Scotland and you'll fall in love with snow-capped mountains, freezing lochs, and warm, Highland hospitality. Read on to discover our tips on experiencing the best of winter in the North. Read more

Branching Out: 5 Fantastic Forest Walks in the UK

At Absolute Escapes we’re big fans of immersing ourselves in nature with a woodland walk. Here are our five picks for beautiful forest walks in the UK. Read more

Who Won Our 2021 Photo Competition?

After weeks of voting, we can reveal the spectacular shots which won our annual photo competition ... Read more

2021 Photo Competition: The Finalists (Walking Category)

Our photo competition is back this year and we've shortlisted our favourite photos from our client's walking holidays in 2021. From the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond to the sweeping coastline of Northumberland, each shot transports you back to a moment of sheer beauty and heart-warming adventure. Read our... Read more

2021 Photo Competition: The Finalists (Self-Drive Category)

After much deliberation in the Absolute Escapes office, we have selected the six finalists in the self-drive category of our photo competition. Featuring majestic scenery and wonderful wildlife, each picture tells a heartwarming story in a year where travel and adventure were possible once again. Please help us by... Read more

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