Adventures
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AdventuresGlasgow Q&A: Kingsley, the Partick Thistle mascot
We couldn't give a guide to Glasgow without mentioning football, and we couldn't mention football without talking to the living legend that is Kingsley, the terrifying mascot of Partick Thistle Read more »| 18 Nov 2021 -
SexualityLove Bites: Making friends in new cities
This month's columnist reflects on the vulnerability of finding new friends in new places Read more »| 23 Feb 2021 -
AdventuresCoronavirus: Coming (Back) to America
Caroline was interning with The Skinny until her time in Scotland was cut short by COVID-19; here's her account of how it all unfolded as she joined the dash back to the USA Read more »| 23 Mar 2020 -
AdventuresVisiting Georgia
Torn between a city break in Budapest and a backpacking adventure around Northern India? Why not get the best of both worlds by visiting a country where Europe meets Asia – Georgia Read more »| 30 Sep 2019 -
StudentsGetting Out in Scotland’s Great Outdoors
We all need a change of scenery every once in a while, and escaping the city can be a great way to shake up your mental health and take a break from studying Read more »| 02 Sep 2019 -
FilmTollcross Drift: Fast & Furious 9 in Edinburgh
With production of Fast & Furious 9 soon to descend on Edinburgh, we consider how Auld Reekie's vertiginous inclines, narrow streets and wonky cobbles will effect Vin Diesel and co’s driving styles Read more »| 28 Aug 2019
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TravelAuschwitz, and travel in the age of Instagram
The complex reality of visiting a concentration camp in the modern age Read more »| 14 Aug 2019 -
Travel
Berlin Music Guide: Clubs, Gig Venues, Festivals & Record Stores
Berlin is a hive of musical activity, literally all day and all night – whether you're looking for a punk gig, a great record shop, or a four-day party in an adult playpark, the German capital has you covered Read more »| 15 May 2019 -
AdventuresBerlin Theatre: A Beginner's Guide
We take a look at three of Berlin's most exciting theatre spaces and groups Read more »| 14 May 2019 -
AdventuresScottish Adventure Calendar: Spring/Summer 2019
Needing some inspiration on how to get out into the Scottish wilds and challenge yourself? Here’s a small selection of the weird and wonderful places you can go to test your mettle / learn a new skill / push yourself to the edge of endurance and beyond Read more »| 03 May 2019 -
AdventuresGet Lost: The rise of solo female and non-binary hikers
Whether it's to build skills, get some headspace, or just because they want to, the number of female and non-binary hikers going solo on Scotland's hills is on the rise Read more »| 01 May 2019 -
AdventuresGrand Tours of Scotland
What happens if you start your adventure and don’t come home? With a bit of prep, a nice sleeping bag and some good cake stops, there’s really no need to Read more »| 29 Apr 2019 -
Adventures
Without a Paddle: Rafting in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Thailand is a favourite stop on the student and graduate itinerary – here's one traveller's tale of urban grit, beautiful nature, and sinking into everything-infested waters Read more »| 23 Apr 2019 -
AdventuresWalking the Camino de Santiago solo
What drives someone to walk 500 miles, alone? One writer reflects on their solo trek on the Camino de Santiago Read more »| 25 Feb 2019 -
AdventuresSkiing in Scotland: A Guide
From the correct way to dress for the slopes to the delicious tricks to keep you from panning it every five minutes, here's a guide to skiing on Scotland's slopes Read more »| 13 Nov 2018