Seil Island, Scotland
The slate isle of Seil is a fun place to explore. Tour the quarry town of Ellenabeich (also known as Easdale). Walk cobblestone streets. See white-harled worker’s cottages. Take a fast boat trip to Corryvreckan whirlpool and, in addition to taking in the scenery, spot seals, dolphins and whales. Visit An Cala Gardens. Hike coastal footpaths. Walk in Ballachuan Hazel Wood. Traverse the single arched Bridge Over the Atlantic. Hop a ferry to Easdale Island. Cross Cuan Sound and ride bikes on Luing Island.
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History & Culture
A family vacation in Scotland provides an opportunity to introduce the children too more than Harry Potter and the Hogwarts Express. It offers a chance to introduce the kids to Scottish history, culture and heritage. Learn about the Neolithic farmers who shaped the Scottish landscape. Read about stone circles and crannogs. Learn about the Celtic people and Gaelic language. Discover the arts and music of modern Scotland. Find out more about haggis even if you do not intend to eat one.
History of Scotland
BBC Scottish Culture Heritage of Scotland Visiting Arts and the Cultural Profiles Project Haggis Scotland Calling Maps
Get interactive maps of Argyll and Bute and, for those traveling by foot, plot your route with the help of ordnance survey maps.
Books
Books are a great way to introduce younger children to a new adventure and get teens and tweens ready for a family trip. Take a journey through Scottish literature and explore Scotland through tartan myths and books. Learn more about Scottish authors such as Alexander Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson. Get recommended reading lists for family travel to Scotland and find age appropriate children's books that are designed to spark the interest kids and go beyond Peter Pan.
Tartan Myths
BBC Scottish Authors SLAINTE: Information & Libraries Scotland BooksfromScotland.com Scotland Reading Lists kids can travel recommends 
Longitude Music & Sound
There is more to Scottish music than bagpipes. Scotland has a rich tradition of music and song. Learn more about Scottish ballads, fiddle and accordion bands as well as strathspeys and reels. But don't limit your exploration of sound to music. Explore Scottish wildlife through song. Listen to Peregrine and Black Grouse as well as other species of birds and learn to identify birdcalls before you depart on a trip to Scotland.
News
There is more than the BBC in Scotland for news. Read Scottish news online and brush up on Scottish current events from politics to economics and from sports to entertainment. Discover what the Scots are reading.
Kids' Stuff
There are a variety of online resources that make preparing for a family holiday in Scotland fun. Use online resources to learn more about Scotland. From haunted castles to history and wave powered stations there's lots of neat stuff about Scotland that is interesting and exciting. Find out whose ghost wanders the halls of the castles you plan to visit. Discover how wave power works and why this and other types of renewable energy are important.
Haunted Castles
Rampant Scotland History of Scotland Academic Kids Wave Powered Stations TIME for Kids Organizations
Associations and non-profit organizations can be a valuable resource as well as a means to get involved. Find out more about a few of the organizations involved in the conservation of nature and the environment as well as the preservation of Scotland's cultural heritage. Learn about entities that promote access and work to improve conditions for walkers in Scotland.
Nature and the Environment
Scottish Wildlife Trust Forestry Commission Cultural & Natural Heritage The National Trust for Scotland Working for Walkers The Ramblers |
Recommended Reads for Family Travel to Scotland