If I were to tell you that I hiked in the Highlands, observed the waters in Loch Ness, met a Highlanders regiment leaving a whisky distillery, and then finally arrived in Edinburgh following a small detour via the Orkney Islands, what country would you think of? Scotland of course! A blessed land for lovers of tradition, a treasure jealously concealed by hikers and home to countless myths and legends; the former kingdom to the Pict people is a destination full of surprises and discoveries enjoyed by all. Nature lovers will be in awe of the national parks and archipelagos in Shetland, Orkney and Skye while city lovers will happily head for Edinburgh, Glasgow or even Aberdeen and Inverness where the culture and museums are worth more than just a quick detour. Finally, those in search of an authentic trip will love Scotland – Haggis, bagpipes and kilts are only a few traditions making Scotland a popular place to visit.