By Rupert Shanks, Chief Storyteller
Published: Mar 20, 2015More by Rupert
For anyone thinking of when to plan their getaways and holidays this year, we would like to make a suggestion… what about Spring?
It’s a fantastic time of year, especially in the Highlands, as the wintry weather recedes and the warm, light days return. We’ve put our heads together to share our experience of Holidays in Spring time: 8 Reasons to travel in Spring.
Spring and Autumn are known in the travel industry as the ‘shoulder seasons’ on either side of the peak period over summer months. So why not take advantage of this and come and enjoy the added tranquility of the highlands with even fewer people around? It is a very peaceful place in the busiest season but spring offers those who venture north an even more personal experience. Just you, the wild hills and the wildlife to welcome you.
2. Hassle-free travel
Not only will your destination be that much more peaceful and less crowded, so will the journey getting there! Flights and trains to Scotland are a much less hectic experience during spring months, allowing you to relax as you are whisked up to the Highlands.
3. Relax in a child-free zone!
We’re not really of the belief that kids should be seen and not heard (or not seen or heard!) but there is something to be said for booking a holiday during school term times. For those hoping for a very peaceful and relaxing experience, this can be a real incentive!
4. Reliable weather
Well we can’t honestly say that Scotland’s weather is 100% reliable (unless we say it’s reliably variable!) but the spring months offer a welcome dry spell and arrival of warm weather. For the last couple of years, the Scottish west coast has had the driest spring out of all of the UK!
- Read on – Guide to Scotland’s summer weather
5. Midge-free existence!
The weather is nearing summer conditions throughout spring but thankfully the Highland midges are still well away until well into June and July. Still feeling a bit concerned?Read this myth busting article: The Real Story of this Fearsome Beastie – Your Guide to the Highland Midge.