Scotland is a beautiful country with so much to see, from bustling cities to tranquil lochs and historic castles. When I visited recently, I based myself in Dundee and used it as a starting point for trips to Inverness, St Andrews, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. It was an adventure — but one that came with a lot of time spent in the car! In this post, I’ll share why I’d now recommend splitting your stay across a few locations to make the most of your Scottish adventure. 1️⃣ The Road Trip vs The Day Trip At first, having one hotel in Dundee seemed practical. However, we found ourselves spending hours driving back and forth each day — for example, our day trip to Inverness meant being on the road for well over 6 hours in total. While the scenery was beautiful, the long drives meant less time to actually explore the places we’d come to see. Staying in multiple locations could have saved so much time, allowing us to focus on enjoying each destination rather than rushing to fit everything in befor...