These are 9 of the best Scottish ‘staycation’ destinations to explore this summer

People travel the world to visit Scotland’s mountains and lochs, but many who live here will often escape to warmer climes for a holiday.
Eilean Donan Castle is in one of Scotland's most beautiful settings (Photo: Shutterstock)Eilean Donan Castle is in one of Scotland's most beautiful settings (Photo: Shutterstock)
Eilean Donan Castle is in one of Scotland's most beautiful settings (Photo: Shutterstock)

Brexit and hopes of another heatwave are believed to be among the reasons why more people are looking closer to home for their holidays. Just under 50 per cent of Scots are considering a ‘staycation’ this year, where they go on holiday in their own country, according to research by eSky, while research earlier this month put the number at a higher 68 per cent. These are nine of the best options for a staycation in Scotland.

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