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The country of Scotland is a magical land that possesses breath-taking landscapes, unique cultures, and a rich history. An ideal way to explore this majestic country is to go on a walking holiday. With a walking holiday, you can explore the spectacular countryside in Scotland, which is located at the northern part of Britain. Here are some of the best walking holidays that are available in Scotland:

1. West Highland Way: This is probably the most popular of the walking tours. This will take you through the amazing, awe-inspiring mountains of Scotland. It will begin in Milngavie and take you north past Loch Lomond to the Western Highlands on to Fort William below Ben Nevis, which is the tallest mountain in Britain. This holiday is 93 miles of awesome escapades.  The West Highland Way runs from jusrt outside Glasgow into the Highland of Scotland finishing at Fort William.  Fort William is also a great place to stay for a few days as there are lots of out door activities in the area.

2. The Isle of Skye: This holiday offers 73 miles of stunning scenery across Scotland’s most famous island. You can trek across this island, viewing impressive coastal paths, magnificent rock formations, and dazzling mountain ranges. This challenging walk will take you on a superb adventure.

3. Arran Coastal Way: This captivating journey across the attractive coastal stretches. You can choose to climb Goat Fell to see an incredible view or you can explore the Kings Cave. This contains 64 miles of astounding explorations.

4. Great Glen Way: This restful walking holiday lets you explore the forests, canals, and lochs. This 73 mile exploit begins in Fort William and will take you through the Loch’s, where if you are lucky, you might get a glimpse of the famous monster, then onto the charming village of Inverness.

5. Trossachs Trail: This discovers the most scenic part of the Trossachs. It includes a captivating region of Lochs, mountains, and rivers. This will give you some of Scotland’s most excellent views. It will begin in Callander and take you through Aberfoyle, then you will walk through the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park to the hamlet of Brig o’ Turk. You carry on to Glen Finglas and end at Balquhidder. It is a fascinating walking tour.

When discovering Scotland, you can have the adventure of a lifetime with these awesome walking holidays. They are an excellent choice when you want to take an excursion through the picturesque land of Scotland. Walking is the real way to get into touch with a country instead of driving through it.

When looking for travel wear price is not always the most important factor. Finding a balance between quality and price can be very tricky, and may seem impossible at times. The North Face is a brand that delivers time after time due to the high quality manufacture and the reasonable price. It may be cheaper to shop elsewhere in the short-term, however in order to gain value for money and a product that will last the distance then The North Face is the right choice.

Many brands in this category also provide good value for money, however where The North Face really excel in in the choice of product available, and the design. There is a clever balance between practicality and fashion. Look at the range of trousers for example. Many offer all the qualities necessary for outdoors; protective and lightweight. The North Face take the design one step further and provide a zip off trouser for easy conversion to shorts.

The range of walking boots and shoes is extensive, with all designs being hardwearing. Footwear is suited to all aspects of the outdoors whilst being nice enough looking to wear on a short trip to the supermarket. All at an excellent price as well.

The key word to describe The North Face brand would be multifunctional. Yes the clothes and footwear are designed to be suitable for the outdoors but comfort and style has not been compromised. The North Face provides outdoorwear as it should be; comfortable and protective but also easy to wear. As all items are reasonably priced (especially when considering the quality of manufacture) there is no need to keep them special for hiking or climbing. They can be incorporated into anybody’s wardrobe as a reasonable and exciting clothing option.

We are slowly entering the primary stages of summer, the season when we (try) and spend as much time as we can outside, partaking in whichever outdoor activity excites as the most. One of the more popular summer pursuits include hiking, and in the fine climate that the summer usually offers, it is a great way to see and spend your time in the great-outdoors.

If you are going to unwind, relax and go for a stroll or hike, make sure you keep yourself chilled by investing in a pair of proper walking shoes. There is no quicker way to ruin a leisurely walk in the sun than by wearing aggravating footwear. Footwear which do not provide adequate support for important foot areas such as the ankle and sole will spoil your day.

It is important to invest is a pair that not only offer support, but comfort too. Some say a good shoe with proper support translates into comfort, but ensure the shoes fit snug around your foot. There is a lot of walking to be done so you want to ensure you have a pair which fit your feet well.

A well supported and fantastically comfortable collection available are Keen shoes. A wide range of men and women’s shoes which are suited to different intensities of walking; from a stroll in the park to a mountainous trek.   

The Men’s Targhee 2 shoe is likened to ‘4-wheel drive’ for your feet, and is a popular choice for hikers and ramblers alike. They are fitted with a waterproof barrier and aggressive outsole with traction controlling 4mm lugs.

Wherever you step outside into this summer, make sure you are suitably booted. Don’t let chaffing footwear and aching ankles take the shine off a day in the sun.