The Trip I'd Plan — Series No. 2 If you missed Series No. 1, it covers a week in southern Ireland: castles, whiskey, and the itinerary I'd take for that one too. This post and that one make good companion reading. Most people who say they want to go to Scotland are actually describing two or three different trips without realizing it. There's Islay (pronounced eye-la): remote, peaty, ferry-dependent, built entirely around whisky and dramatic coastline. There's Edinburgh: th

Planning a Scotland trip that combines world-class golf and iconic whisky takes more than luck and good intentions. This guide explains how to build a custom itinerary that balances legendary courses, distillery visits, travel distances, and downtime. Learn how to pair regions, pace your days, and avoid common mistakes so your Scotland golf and whisky trip feels indulgent, well-designed, and genuinely enjoyable.