Walk on the Wild Side: Britain’s 7 Best Coastal Walks

Britain is a walking haven. It is home to rolling hills, vast moorlands, awe-inspiring peaks, and due to its obvious position as an island, it is host to thousands of miles of incredible coastline. Read on to find out our top 7 coastal walks ... Read more

Still searching for holiday inspiration for this year? Do not fear! Our new blog explores 10 unmissable Scottish travel experiences in 2020. Time to get planning ... Read more

A walking holiday, by its very nature, is ‘sustainable’. But there is always room for improvement, so we've put together a list of 6 Ways to (further!) Reduce the ‘Footprint’ of your walking holiday. Read on to find out more ... Read more

With fashion having an ever-growing impact on the environment, we've put together an eco-friendly hiking gear list, so you can have a fantastic walking holiday with the added benefit of knowing your clothing has been sourced and produced responsibly. Read on to find out our favourite options ... Read more

With sustainability and responsible tourism at the forefront of our minds, we've put together a list of the 7 unique adventures you can have by train in Scotland. Leave the car at home and read on to find out all the incredible places you can reach by train... Read more

It goes without saying that everyone at Absolute Escapes is wild about the outdoors! As a company specialising in self-guided walking holidays and tailor-made travel to some of the world’s most stunning landscapes (at least from our point of view!), a love of the outdoors is one of the many qualities our fantastic... Read more

Just a 30-minute train journey from Edinburgh’s city centre, Scotland’s ancient capital of Dunfermline is a vibrant town with a lot to discover. From ancient buildings to modern architecture to a public park recently named the best in Scotland - this town is full of surprises. Read more

Dating back almost 1,000 years, Scottish Highland Games are a bucket list experience for many. Want some insider tips for how to make the most of a trip to the games? Read on for our ‘how to’ guide to the Scottish Highland Games! Read more

Beginning in the historic town of Windsor, the Thames Path - East follows the river through peaceful countryside, vibrant riverside towns, and the incredible city of London, to end at the Thames Barrier. Pippa from the AE team set off to discover whether a walking holiday on the Thames... Read more

We're regularly asked "where can I listen to live music in Scotland?", so we’ve put together a list of some of our favourite places to hear traditional music across the country. Read more