Vistas, Vittles and Venues: Scotland 2019

Let's pretend that this is our first trip to Scotland; that we haven't ever driven here, seen the sights or tasted the food. Let's pretend that we've never crossed the Skye bridge or walked the Royal Mile. Let's pretend that we've never experienced the warmth and kindness of the Scottish people.

Even if we'd never experienced any of these things, it wouldn't change how we feel about them: grateful. We have driven here, and it's no easy task, but it is doable and affords views the likes you can't get from a tour bus or train. We have seen some of the sights and tasted some of the foods and they are both on our list of favorite things. We have crossed the Skye bridge and walked the Royal Mile, more than once, and look forward to doing so again, and again. We have experienced the warmth and kindness of the Scottish People, and feel fortunate to have the opportunity to do so again.

Even though we've experienced all of these things, each time is almost like the first time. Each visit is fresh and new and we fall in love with Scotland over again. This visit is no exception.

On arrival, we were tired yet excited.
Driving the first leg of our journey was filled with nerves, but we could still appreciate the beauty of our surroundings.

Sleeping almost 12 hours our first night was necessary and our bodies wouldn't have allowed any less, but our bodies were ready to get moving the next morning and we walked and hiked between 3 and 4 miles over what was often hilly, rocky terrain.

Driving the second day was much easier, and full of laughter and teasing one another.

Reveling in the new sights, and relaxing into being on vacation is rewarding.

Spending time together after so many weeks apart is priceless.

Here's a little glimpse into our first few days: