Castles, Whiskey and Harry Potter // Our Scotland Adventure

Hey everybody!

The Viking and I are back in Iceland after spending the past 5 days exploring all over Scotland. I have been dreaming about a trip to Scotland ever since my aunt shared stories about her Scotland trip with me when I was young. I remember thinking I just had to get over there and explore those castles myself.

It took a few years but I still can’t believe my dream finally came true!

This trip was exactly what I hoped our time in Scotland would be like. We drove around the highlands, went canyoning, tasted whiskey on the Isle of Skye and walked all over Edinburgh finding all the Harry Potter spots.

It was the best trip with my favorite travel partner.

If you have been following along for a while you will remember that this Scotland trip was to celebrate the Viking’s big birthday. Well, almost one year later and a few weeks away from his next birthday he finally got to celebrate ha. I don’t think he has any complaints about the wait though, it was worth it!

While it was more stressful than we anticipated driving on the opposite side of the road the stress was definitely worth it, the countryside was gorgeous. I say this like I was driving, but hey being a passenger/navigator can be stressful. And kudos to my Viking for successful driving on the opposite side of the road and only once or twice turning into the wrong lane:)

I can’t wait to start editing all of our Scotland pictures, which is going to take forever because we took hundreds of pictures. People aren’t exaggerating when they say this is one of the most beautiful countries to just drive around.

While I sort through the hundreds of pictures I have an exciting announcement to share with you all!

One of my favorite bloggers, and go to gal for all things blogging advice, Helene from Helene in Between just released her awesome new site Blog Boss Babe and I am so thrilled to be apart of it.

Are you are apart of the blogging world, thinking about starting a blog, or just in the world of online business? If yes then you need to head over and check out Blog Boss Babe asap! This site is an incredible resource of information regarding all things blogging. From how to start a blog to monetizing your blog you guys seriously have to check this site out.

I am so exited to announce that I have partnered with Helene and 14 other world class bloggers to share all our wisdom and build one kick ass community at Blog Boss Babe. These ladies are all individuals I look up to and respect and feel so honored to be included with them. I truly believe that the absolute best way to grow your blog is to become part of a community that cares. And everyone that is apart of the Blog Boss Babe community, they are all there to grow their passion and support each other!

I’m beyond thrilled to join Helene and the other mentors and bloggers already in Blog Boss Babe, I hope you will all join us!

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And with that exciting announcement I will leave you with one last Scotland picture before I head off to dive right back into reality, hello laundry pile!

Stay tuned for many more Scotland pictures to take over this space soon!

Question of the Day?
Have you been to Scotland? What country is at the top of your travel bucket list?

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  • Ashley Thomas

    Your pictures are making me miss Scotland! I visited there a few years ago and we actually stayed in Portree harbor on the Isle of Skye in the pink house that’s in your picture of Portree above. It was such a surreal, sweet experience, and I’m dying to go back. (I’ll never forget the morning we left - the B&B owners weren’t awake yet, so we had to leave our payment for the room on their kitchen counter weighed down by a whisk!!) Scotland is one of my all-time favorite places I’ve ever visited, but this September I will be visiting Iceland and I expect that to move pretty far up in the ranks as well!

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      The Portree harbor was just the cutest! And it sounds like your B&B was adorable! Scotland was such an amazing place to visit we loved it! I hope you have a great time in Iceland :)

  • http://www.blondefreedom.com Sky @ Blonde Freedom

    I’ve loved seeing all your snapchats from the trip! It looked like a blast and Scotland looks absolutely gorgeous! Scotland is definitely on my travel bucket list and hopefully I’ll make it there someday.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      Thanks so much for following along! I hope you get to visit one day, it was such an amazing place to explore!

  • http://www.rhymeandribbons.com/ Amanda @ Rhyme & Ribbons

    I’m so glad to hear that you had a great time! xxx

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      It was the best! Thanks so much :)

  • http://www.alonewithmytea.com Julie || alonewithmytea.com

    Can’t wait to see the pics! I’d love to visit Scotland someday.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      It was such a gorgeous place, I can’t wait to start going through all the pictures!

  • http://www.backhomeblue.com/ Sarah

    I’m heading to Scotland for work for 2 weeks in July and I cannot wait to explore! I’ll be there on Harry Potter’s birthday, so obviously I’m doing all things Potter that day!

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      You are going to love it! Have such a great time!

  • http://jasmincharlotte.com/ JasminCharlotte

    Loved your snaps of Scotland! It is one of my fave holidays ever as well - such a gorgeous country!

    Jasmin Charlotte

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      It is such a gorgeous country we loved it! I would love to go back again one day.

  • http://simplicityrelished.com/ Daisy @ Simplicity Relished

    This is so fabulous! I hope your Viking has a fabulous birthday. x

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      Thanks so much Daisy!

  • http://weirdwonderfulwanderlust.blogspot.com/ kaili willows

    Scotland seems so incredible! I would totally do the same & seek out any Harry Potter locations haha.

    I am so glad I found your blog - we’re planning a trip to Iceland this September, and your info is SUPER helpful. :) Thank you!

    weirdwonderfulwanderlust.blogspot.com

  • http://ofgoldenroses.blogspot.com/ Sara Rose

    I loveeeee Scotland! I can’t for some canyoning pictures! And congrats on Blog Boss Babe! I’m really excited for Helene and can’t wait to jump right into all the amazing content!

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      It is such an amazing country! And thanks so much, I am super excited about Blog Boss Babe!

  • http://lostrightdirection.blogspot.com/ Jenn

    Scotland looks amazing! I am obsessed with castles and can’t wait to see all of your castle pictures!

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      It was amazing, all those castles were just incredible! Can’t wait to go through the pictures and start sharing!

  • http://www.smalltownsandcitylights.com/ Rachel @ STCL

    Can’t wait to read about your time in Scotland! I’m dying to visit too!

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      Scotland was just amazing, I am so glad we decided to explore the highlands they were gorgeous!

  • http://treasuretromp.com/ Nicole @ Treasure Tromp

    Next time you got to Scotland, take me with you ;)

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      Yes! Scotland blogger trip?!

  • http://www.truecoloursblog.com Casey

    Ahh I loved Scotland! Can’t wait to hear more about your trip!

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      It is such a gorgeous place! What was your favorite spot?

      • http://www.truecoloursblog.com Casey

        I LOVED St. Andrews… did you guys make it that way at all?

  • https://theredphoneboxtravels.wordpress.com/ Tanja / The red phone box trav

    great pics! looking forward to reading about the trip:)

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      Thank you!

  • http://www.casacaudill.com/ casacaudill

    Congrats on Blog Boss Babe. Love the title!

    Can’t wait to see your pics from Scotland and hear more about your trip.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      Thanks so much!

  • http://adventitiousviolet.com/ Camila @ AdventitiousViolet

    So glad you guys enjoyed Scotland! Looking forward to hearing all about it!

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      We loved it! What a beautiful country. Driving on a different side of the road was quite stressful but worth it for the views!

  • http://www.seeyouinaporridge.com/ Kristen @ SYIAP

    gah i am so so so jealous. one day i will go there. i hope. and um, being a passenger on the opposite side of the car/road is WAY more nerve wracking than driving! i still refuse to sit in the front seat with most people, i’d rather sit in the back lol.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene @ Unlocking Kiki

      I totally agree! At one point I considered just going in the back seat and pretending H was my chauffeur :) It was a gorgeous country I hope one day you get to visit!