“Yet another lovely visit to Elliasland Farm where Robert Burns lived, worked and wrote. Sitting between the river Nith and the A76, north of Dumfries town at the bottom right of Burns Corridor. Run by volunteers who do an unbelievable job. ”

“Amazingly friendly place to go for a coffee and a pancake, or lovely homemade cakes. The owner is always friendly and welcomed my two young children too. Well worth a visit.”

“The Drey is simply stunning. Its an unusual award-winning house built on stilts with dramatic views towards the peaks of Ben Alder and Craig Meagaidh. Great facilities, including a fantastic ensuite wetroom, woodburning stove and underfloor heating, make this a comfortable place to relax. ideal for Aviemore and the cairngorms national park. Really friendly and helpful owners too. ”

“We had a wonderful week there in the cottage which is a converted barn. Our Hosts David & Fiona could not have been more melcoming, with a bottle of chilled wine in the fridge, a home made cake and even treats for our dog on arrival. Throughout the week they were very helpful with good knowledge of the area and good places to visit. We have already booked to return in early April next year as it is so good. 10/10.”

“Chalet accommodation provided by Susa & Roy Macleod of Baddidaroch, Lochinver is easily the best we have come across. Clean, comfortable and great attention to detail often missing elsewhere. Add to this spectacular setting and you have the perfect holiday venue, reasonably priced too.”

“I have shot at quite a few clay pigeon shooting grounds over the years usually with an instructor. This year I shot with Mr Munro and Mr Gray from Rothiemurchus. I have to say that the instruction, facilities and general warm attitudes of both are at a level way above the norm. They are truly outstanding and clearly very knowledgable. I cant wait to go back.”

“Loch Shiel boat cruises - went in late march, very few tourists, no midges, a great guide, really friendly, knowledgeable, showed us where to spot divers and eagles, as well as the spectacular Loch Shiel Highland landscape. ”

“Top marks to this tiny establishment in Lochinver which remains open throughout January - a real life-saver for cold and hungry travellers. With every other eatery closed for miles around, it's a very welcome oasis. ”

“Always a friendly wee shop, but letting you taste the clementines before you buy is definitely going the extra mile. You don't get that service from those dreadful supermarkets. Once again a reminder that Comrie in Perthshire has some super little retail businesses that deserve support.”

“Secret Scotland planned a 9 day custom itinerary for me--and it has been the best thing I've done in my traveling life. I feel like I've had a friend in Scotland tell me what I should do and how to do it. Mike and Aurelia have been prompt with their correspondence, thorough with their information and a joy to work with. If I ever get to make another trip to Scotland--the first thing I would do is contact Secret Scotland!”