Straddling the mighty River Ness and rubbing shoulders with world-famous Loch Ness, the vibrant Scottish city of Inverness has a whole lot to offer.

The Palace Hotel in Inverness has long been a customer favourite here at Great Rail Journeys. And really, what’s not to like?

Scotland's unspoilt landscapes are timeless. A country packed with unique and unforgettable experiences, see if you can spot Loch Ness’s mythical monster, lose yourself amid heather-strewn mountainsides or perhaps brave the cool waters of the Isle of Skye’s magical fairy pools.

When it comes to our holiday plans, so often we overlook the incredible destinations on our doorstep. But with so many stunning landscapes, from the Lake District to the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, the UK and Ireland offers a whole host of great staycation options.

Slow is no longer a bad thing in travel, and when it's combined with a Highland safari and a lodge with a conscience, Siobhán Norton luxuriates in it.

There’s something deeply romantic about train journeys. In a fast-paced world where the skies are dotted with aeroplanes and air traffic has become the norm, the nostalgic appeal of trains can hardly be denied.

Travelling by train has been a tradition for decades across the world. Whether you're commuting, going on a weekend away or further afield then travelling by rail travel is a popular way of getting around.

To mark the International Day of Peace, we look at some of the famous war zones that have become landmarks worth exploring.

After spending time in Al Capone’s prison cell, tracing the footsteps of 60s hippies at Woodstock, and discovering the eerily beautiful Luray Caverns, Billy Connolly is back to round off his epic journey along the 18th-century Scots’ migratory trail through America.

In the 2nd episode of his immersive travelogue, Billy Connolly plays Hank Williams’ old guitar, visits the infamous penitentiary which housed Al Capone, and discovers that the Scots brought football to the USA.

The three-part series is an epic travelogue that sees the famous comedian travelling through the United States of America, taking the migratory trail that Scots took in the 18th century.

In some respects, Dorothy was right - there really is no place like home.