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

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

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

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

As we draw to the end of 2021, we’re taking a fond look back at the most-liked photos on our Instagram page over the past year … Read more

As we head towards a brand new year, we're looking back at some of the blog content you loved in 2021. Take a trip back in time with our most popular posts ... Read more

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

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

To celebrate the launch of our wonderful new self-drive holidays in England, we're shining the spotlight on England's picture-postcard villages ... Read more

Here at Absolute Escapes, it doesn’t take much persuading to get our team out walking - the fresh air, the spectacular views and the time spent with friends. In our latest blog, Fern from the team discovers why walking is so good for you... Read more