Over the previous couple of months, I’ve been pondering what the time period “trip” means to me. I’m somebody who likes to profit from each single journey, the kind of one that treats each second as a possibility to discover. For me, I’m not the buddy you name if you wish to lay on a seaside for 5 consecutive days and sip cocktails. Whereas that will sound splendid for some, I’m the buddy you name if you wish to dive into every vacation spot, prefer it’s your solely likelihood to be there. Squeezing in an early stroll to a neighborhood attraction, visiting native markets, attempting each restaurant and bar you may…For me, it’s about experiencing as a lot as attainable. Some folks might name me loopy, however usually I deal with my journeys prefer it could possibly be the final time in that place, so I soak in each sight, sound, and taste, leaving no stone unturned. Whereas it could imply that I return dwelling exhausted, journey is about absolutely embracing the adventures and making reminiscences that final lengthy after the journey is over.
When I discovered myself with a free weekend within the UK, somewhat than spend a weekend in one in every of my all-time favourite locations, London, I made a decision to take the prepare North and discover Edinburgh, Scotland. I used to be drawn to Edinburgh not solely as a result of it’s a metropolis steeped in historical past, however it has a vibrant cultural scene. Whether or not you select to hike as much as Arthur’s seat for the panoramic views or discover town’s eating places, pubs, and native retailers, you may sense the vitality. It’s the kind of metropolis with a singular appeal that retains folks coming again.
In case you are contemplating Edinburgh on your subsequent weekend getaway, listed here are a few of my absolute favorites I found alongside the best way.
