Comprehensive coverage for spending two weeks or more exploring Scotland. Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favourites. Top sights and hidden gems, from the wild beauty of Orkney Islands and the Hebrides to cozy corner pubs in Edinburgh. How to connect with local culture: Chat with experts on the Speyside Whisky Trail, cheer on the locals at a Highland Games event, or try authentic haggis. Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight. The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a dram of scotch. Self-guided walking tours of lively neighbourhoods and historic sites. Detailed neighbourhood maps and a fold-out regional map for exploring on the go. Useful resources including a packing list, a phrase book of Scottish slang, a historical overview, and recommended reading. Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down. Complete, up-to-date information on Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, St. Andrews, the Scottish Highlands, Oban, Mull, Iona, Staffa, Glencoe, Fort William, Inverness, Loch Ness, Pitiochry, Balmoral Castle, the Isle of Skye, Wester Ross, the Orkney Islands, and more.