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Scotland – Highlights of the Highlands

Scotland was a country I had spent many a moment daydreaming about. With Jen’s father being from Edinburgh, I have […]
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Why you should see Scotland by rail

I have become a recent convert to rail travel, I must admit. Over the last few years, my eyes have […]

Scotland’s Great Rail Journeys

Welcome to Scotland, one of the world’s greatest rail journey destinations! With incredible experiences such as the West Highland Line, […]

Scottish Highlands Rail Journey (Part 1) – Episode 2 Series 12

 We are taking you on the experience of a lifetime – an incredible journey through the Scottish Highlands on […]

Scottish Highlands Rail Journey (Part 2) – Episode 3 Series 12

 Our adventure through the Scottish Highlands with Travelmarvel continues – and we board one of the most famous and […]
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Scotland Rail Journey – the Jacobite Steam Train

 One of the most iconic steam trains in the world, the Jacobite Steam Train not only takes you through […]

Scotland Rail Journey – The art of whisky

 Scottish whisky is a drink for enjoyment, not for effect! During our time in Scotland we learned the art […]

Scotland Rail Journey – Kilts & Clans

Until visiting Scotland and meeting one of the country’s eminent kilt designers, we didn’t know that a kilt was so […]

Scotland Rail Journey – Castles & Monuments

 Scotland is one of the most famous destinations to discover centuries old castles – full of history and drama. […]
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Scotland Rail Journey – “And then some…”

 Our Scotland Rail Journey was full of incredible moments, from time spent together with our fellow passengers sharing stories, […]

Scotland Rail Journey – Magnificent Glencoe

 The first stop on our incredible Travelmarvel rail journey through the Scottish Highlands was the scenic valley of Glencoe. […]

Scotland Rail Journey – The People You Meet

The Scottish locals brought their country to life for us on our Travelmarvel rail adventure – from the chief of […]

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