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Blair Castle is one of many castles in Scotland.

In fact there are so many castles that you may not be sure which ones are worth visiting and which ones are not.

My personal opinion is Blair Castle is worthy of some time.

This lovely castle is located in the village of Blair Atholl and sits just within Cairngorms National Park.

There is a lot of intriguing history — including some Queen Victoria stories, beautiful pieces of furniture and gorgeous plaster ceilings that wowed me.

Plus it has a magnificent garden that you'll want to wander through.

Tune in as we explore Blair Castle in Perthshire, Scotland.

Want to chat more about this marvelous castle in Scotland?

Email me at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.


In this episode:

0:57: Intro

3:57: Placing Blair Castle on the map

5:05: History

9:50: Lineage

12:49: Notable locations & overall impressions

16:28: Tea Room

18:25: Dining Room

20:16: Whisky Room

22:14: Drawing Room

23:15: Banvie Suite

26:21: Bagpipes

28:30: The Garden

31:24: Tips

37:16: Final thoughts

40:08: Wrapping it up


Important links:

Blair Castle

20 Reasons Why You Need to Visit the Charming Town of Pitlochry Scotland

Culzean Castle • Scotland

Stirling and Doune Castles • Scotland

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The Isle of Mull is a beautiful island off the west coast of Scotland.

Since it's not too difficult to get to, it is quite popular with both Scots and other visitors.

And I can see why.

It's a gorgeous Scottish island with a lot to see, do and experience.

The Isle of Mull is not always easy to get around.

But for those who come and explore, you'll be rewarded with wildlife, beaches, historical sites, mountains, good food and friendly people.

If you are looking for a peaceful island to experience some of the best of what Scotland has to offer, be sure to put Mull on your list.

Want to chat more about the Isle of Mull?

Send me a message at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.



In this episode:

1:05: Intro

2:35: Placing Isle of Mull on the map

4:43: Interesting facts

7:25: Wish list of things I wish I had done

12:41: Tobermory & Distillery

18:01: Isle of Mull Cheese & Cafe

20:27: Dervaig

21:36: Ar Bórd

25:19: Beaches

32:47: Isle of Iona

36:31: Driving around Mull

39:21: Logistics

43:49: Wrapping it up

46:22: Listener review



Important links:

Exploring the Islands of Scotland with Bo Fraser

Isle of Mull

Isle of Mull Cheese

Cill Mhoire Lodges

Ar Bord

Isle of Iona

Tobermory Distillery

Why You Need to Visit the Amazing Isle of Iona Scotland

13 Great Tips To Avoid A Panic Attack While Driving in Ireland & Scotland

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When should you travel to Europe?

There’s no one answer.

It really depends.

My personal opinion is that you can travel to Europe most any time of year depending on where in Europe you want to travel to and what you want to experience.

So in this episode I'm going to offer up some tips on when to travel to Europe.

These are things to consider as you make your plans so you choose the best time to travel to Europe for YOU.

Want to chat more about these tips?

Send an email to Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.

And if you need help planning your trip to Europe, check out the travel planning services at WanderYourWay.com



In this episode:

0:48: Eclipse recap

3:37: Intro

5:00:  Where are you traveling to

6:45: How do you feel about heat and cold

8:55: What experiences do you want to have

10:00: Do you want to go to a specific event

11:02: What is your budget

15:05: Some final tips and thoughts

19:29: Recap the list

20:49: Wrapping it up + a listener review



Important links:

9 Great Tips For Attending an Event While Traveling In Europe

When Is the Best Time to Travel to Europe?

Travel to Europe in 2024: Top Trends and My Personal List

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Officially known as the Kingdom of Fife Scotland, this council area or region is a must for lovers of history, the outdoors, charming villages and the sea.

There are the fishing villages of the East Neuk area to wander about.

You can delve into all the history of St Andrews with its cathedral and University.

The Fife Coastal Path gives you the opportunity to enjoy the seascape of Fife.

And if you want to hike up some hills, then you'll love the Lomond Hills.

Be sure to check out this episode to learn all about the region of Fife Scotland.

Want to chat more about this amazing part of Scotland?

Feel free to email me at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.



In this episode:

2:28: Intro

2:54: Placing It On The Map

4:13: Why Kingdom of Fife?

5:43: St. Andrews

9:03: Falkland

10:51: Lomond Hills

12:13: East Neuk Villages

22:05: Golf

22:31: Fife Coastal Path

24:48: Dunfermline

26:35: Wrapping it up




Important links:

9 Reasons You Need to Visit the Wonderful and Charming Fife Scotland

Exploring St Andrews • Scotland with Bo Fraser

10 Amazing Things You Need to Do in Beautiful St Andrews Scotland

Lowlands of Scotland with Bo Fraser

Welcome to Fife

Visit Scotland

Who were the Picts?

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There are a LOT of UNESCO sites in Europe.

Wait...you don't know what UNESCO is?

That's okay as I'll explain what UNESCO is.

Then I'll talk about some of my favorite UNESCO sites in Europe.

It might be a long list but I promise that it will be worth it.

Maybe you've got some favorite UNESCO sites too.

Let me know by sending me a note at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.



In this episode:

1:00: Intro

2:41: What is UNESCO?

7:04: Brú na Bóinne Ireland

9:18: Giant’s Causeway Northern Ireland

12:07: Edinburgh Scotland

14:16: Stonehenge & Avebury England

17:26: The Lake District England

20:01: Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd

22:18: Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzín, Granada Spain

24:29: Banks of the River Seine Paris France

26:36: Lavaux Vineyard Terraces Switzerland

30:25: Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont Italy (Langhe-Roero)

32:37: Cinque Terre Italy

35:39: Florence Italy

38:07: Val d’Orcia Italy

40:17: Verona Italy

41:50: Vicenza Italy

43:42: Venice Italy

46:29: The Dolomites Italy

48:22: Skocjan Caves Slovenia

50:47: Archeological Site of Olympia Greece

54:11: Archeological Site of Mystras Greece

57:45: Ephesus Turkey

1:01:07: Wrapping it up



Important links:

My 8 Favorite Amazing UNESCO Sites in Italy that You Need to See

My 15 Favorite UNESCO Sites in Europe You Need to Explore (Not Including Italy)

UNESCO World Heritage Site List

Caernarfon • Wales

Why You Need to Visit the Amazing UNESCO Site of Mystras Greece

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There are all kinds of tips for air travel.

You should book on on a Tuesday.

Book 6 months ahead of time.

Be sure you have 2 hours of a connection time.

Clear your cookies out (not the ones you eat).

Don't recline your seat.

Some of these are true.

And some are not.

So let's dive into some of the best tips for air travel to Europe.

We'll cover booking that flight and include a few tips for actually traveling by air.

Want to chat more about air travel?

Send me an email at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.



In this episode:

1:40: Intro

3:27: When to book air

5:35: What days to travel

8:20: Lynne’s process

10:03: Book directly with the airlines

11:43: How far out to book

13:58: Booking tips

17:55: Connections

28:00: Switching airlines

30:53: Airports to avoid

31:43: Airlines changing flights

33:54: On the flight

35:39: Using miles

38:19: Global Entry

40:18: Wrapping it up

41:00: Listener review



Important links:

Airfarewatchdog.com

Kayak

What is the Best Transportation in Europe for You?

Choosing the Best Transportation in Europe

Global Entry (USA)

The Points Guy

Wander Your Way Customized Travel Planning

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Kilmartin Glen is an amazing site in Scotland.

Yet it’s not a well known site with many travelers.

Which is too bad.

Because it's truly special.

Stone circles, burial cairns, standing stones as well as a sacred place to crown the King of Scotland.

Add in a very impressive and informative Visitor Center and Museum and Kilmartin Glen is one of the best sites in Scotland.

If you love ancient sites, then tune in to find out all about this fascinating place.

And if you want to chat more about Kilmartin Glen, send an email to Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.

Wander Your Way Adventures: Marvels & Tastes of the Dolomites Italy June 16-28, 2024.



In this episode:

2:09: Placing Kilmartin Glen on the map

4:03: Places to stay nearby

5:25: What is Kilmartn Glen?

7:01: The Museum / Visitor Center

8:57: Burial Cairns

12:13: Templewood Stone Circles

14:16: Netherlargie Standing Stones

15:30: Dunchraigaig Cairn Area

18:40: Dunadd

21:51: Walking the glen

25:08: Wrapping it up

27:57: Listener review

Important links:

7 Reasons Why You Should Explore the Amazing Kilmartin Glen Scotland

Historic Environment Scotland: Kilmartin Glen

Visit Scotland

Historic UK

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Train travel in Europe is such a wonderful way to get around.

But you can't get everywhere via train.

And even if you can get to the places you want to go, it can be confusing.

Which train station?

Should I buy a rail pass?

Which train company should I ride with?

And how do I buy ticket?

And when should I buy that ticket?

Yes.

It can make your head spin.

So in this episode, I want to offer up some broad tips to help you travel by train in Europe.

Need more help or do you have some tips you want to offer up?

Email Lynne at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.

Marvels & Tastes of the Dolomites Italy Wander Your Way small group tour. June 16-28, 2024. Come join me!


In this episode:

1:53: Intro

2:47: Trains don't go everywhere

5:52: Rail pass

8:28: Point to point tickets and where/how to buy

14:31: Type of ticket and choosing seats

16:35: At the station & understanding your ticket

21:35: Train riding etiquette and tips

26:48: Final thoughts on train travel in Europe

32:08: Wrapping it up

33:53: Listener email


Important links:

Man in Seat 61

Trainline

Rail Europe

Some Awesome Tips to Help You Travel by Train in Europe

Episode 26: Choosing the Best Transportation in Europe

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There are lots of amazing towns in Ireland.

But I definitely have my favorites.

The charming village of Schull.

The fun, vibrant town of Kenmare.

And the lesser known Carlingford.

These are just a few.

Tune into this episode to find out more about my favorite 6 towns in Ireland.

Plus I'll share a bonus town that I'm very fond of.

Do you have a favorite town in Ireland?

Send me a note at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.

Want to go on the first small group tour run by Wander Your Way?

Come join me on the Marvels & Tastes of the Dolomites Italy!

It's going to be an amazing adventure!!


In this episode:

1:00: Intro

3:00: Carlingford

7:11: Dunfanaghy

11:14: Westport

16:21: Clifden

21:43: Kenmare

25:21: Schull

30:24: Kinsale

34:29: Wrapping it up


Important links:

The 6 Best Towns in Ireland

The 10 Best Things To Do in Dunfanaghy Ireland

Episode 8: County Donegal • Ireland

Episode 51: County Mayo • Ireland

The Ultimate Guide to the Amazing Town of Clifden Ireland

Episode 2: Connemara • Ireland

A Slice Of Ireland: Guide To Clifden & Connemara

Why Kenmare Is The Perfect Irish Town

The Best Things to Do in Schull and West Cork Ireland

Episode 14: West Cork • Ireland

Top 9 Things To Do & See in Kinsale, Ireland

Episode 61: Kinsale • Ireland

Ireland Tourism Board

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Often overlooked by its more famous neighbor, the region of Umbria in Italy has a lot of the same treats as Tuscany.

But with fewer crowds.

Small towns with cobblestoned lanes.

Rolling green hills dotted with vineyards.

Delicious food and world class wine.

Gorgeous churches with incredible art and architecture.

Plus Umbria is a bit more mountainous so the scenery can be a bit more dramatic.

So if you're looking for a destination in Italy that is a bit different yet feels familiar, put Umbria on your list!

Don't forget to check out Wander Your Way Adventures. Our first tour takes place from June 16-28, 2024 and is called Marvels & Tastes of the Dolomites Italy. It's going to be an amazing trip!


In this episode:

2:23: Intro to Umbria / placing it on the map

6:07: Perugia

8:17: Assisi

10:02: Spoleto

12:42: Spello

15:37: Todi

20:08: Montefalco

23:18: Bevagna

27:49: Gubbio

31:41: Orvieto

36:23: Further South & Lago di Trasimeno

42:25: Wrapping it up


Important links:

15 of the Most Beautiful Towns in Italy

The 5 Best Towns in Umbria Italy You Need to Visit

Umbria Tourism

Italia website

A Spectacular Wine Hidden in the Hills of Umbria

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