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The West Highland Way: A 96-Mile Journey Through the Heart of Scotland
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After nine unforgettable days traversing Scotland’s most iconic long-distance trail, I’m finally ready to share my complete thoughts and reflections on walking the West Highland Way. From the suburban streets of Milngavie to the foot of Ben Nevis in Fort William, this 96-mile journey delivered everything I’d hoped for—and challenged me in ways I hadn’t…
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West Highland Way: Days 8 & 9 – Kinghouse to Fort William
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Day 8: Kingshouse to Kinlochleven Distance: 9 miles (14.5 km) Terrain: Challenging climb up Devil’s Staircase, then descent into Kinlochleven Day 9: Kinlochleven to Fort William Distance: 15 miles (24 km) Terrain: Steep initial climb, undulating forest paths, gradual descent to Fort William Day 8: Racing the Weather Over Devil’s Staircase We woke early at…
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West Highland Way: Day 7 – Inveroran to Kingshouse
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Distance: 11 miles (18 km) Terrain: Exposed moorland, mostly flat with some gentle undulations; can be challenging in poor weather A Memorable Morning at Inveroran Inn Day 7 began with a fabulous breakfast at the Inveroran Hotel. The dining room buzzed with the energy of hikers preparing for the day ahead, and the spread did…
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West Highland Way: Day 6 – Tyndrum to Inveroran
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Distance: 7 miles (11 km)Terrain: Easy, with woodland and mountain views After a restful night at the charming Dalkell Cottages in Tyndrum, we woke up to a hearty breakfast to fuel us for the day ahead. The cottage had a cozy atmosphere that made us feel right at home, and the warm hospitality of the…
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West Highland Way: Day 5 – Inverarnan to Tyndrum
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Distance: 13 miles (21 km)Terrain: Mixed – forest paths, moorland tracks, and moderate climbs A Hearty Start at Beinglas Farm Dawn broke crisp and clear at Beinglas Farm as we prepared for our fifth day on the West Highland Way. After a hearty Scottish breakfast in the farm’s restaurant and collecting our packed lunch, we…
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West Highland Way: Day 4 – Rowardennan to Inverarnan
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Sunny Morning Departure Our fourth day on the West Highland Way kicked off with a robust Scottish breakfast at the Rowardennan Hotel. Plates piled high with local sausages, eggs, and tattie scones provided the perfect fuel for the challenging trek ahead. We also collected our pre-ordered packed lunches, a foresight we’d be thankful for later.…
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West Highland Way: Day 3 – Balmaha to Rowardennan
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A Sunny Start in Balmaha The day broke with golden sunshine streaming through the windows of the Oak Tree Inn. After a hearty Scottish breakfast that would fuel our journey, we shouldered our packs and set off on Day 3 of our West Highland Way adventure. Climbing to New Heights: Balmaha’s Farewell View Leaving the…
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West Highland Way: Day 2 – Drymen to Balmaha
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Distance: Approximately 8 miles (13 km) Terrain: Varied – forest paths, country roads, and lakeshore trails on the West Highland Way Morning Departure From Ashbank B&B Our second day on the West Highland Way began with a hearty breakfast at the Ashbank Bed & Breakfast in Drymen. The owners, true to Scottish hospitality, laid out…
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The West Highland Way – Day 1 – Milngavie to Drymen
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Distance: 12 miles (19 km)Terrain: Gentle paths, some minor ascents About a year ago, I saw a YouTube video about walking the West Highland Way and thought I want to do that. I started researching and planning immediately. My oldest son Derick and friend Deb signed up to go with me and we settled on…
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Waco: An Unforgettable Girls Trip
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For a fun mother-daughter-granddaughter getaway after Christmas, we hit the road for an adventure-filled trip to Waco, Texas. We left Georgia on a rainy Christmas morning and overnighted in Vicksburg, Mississippi to break up the drive. We arrived in Waco on December 26th and were warmly welcomed by the lovely three bedroom Airbnb we booked…
Hi, I’m Heather
I’m a 50 something professional who has serious addictions to travel and travel planning. As I have have gotten older, my drive to be outdoors has grown immensely and I find myself looking for weekend hikes or other outdoor activities. The quality of my life and overall attitude is best when I am exploring a new place and I believe that travel and the outdoors are key to a happy life.
I enjoy reading and I love a good Netflix documentary when I’m not on the road. If I have my laptop open I’m probably surfing vacation rentals or planning a road trip. I love looking up new locations and finding the best of what they have to offer.
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