Travel
The Skinny travel guide. We take an alternative approach to travel writing, exploring what it is to travel as well as sharing the unique international experiences of our writers. Sightseeing recommendations, features, guides and adventures for avid globetrotters to amateur travelers may also feature.
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AdventuresScottish Food and Drink Adventure Guide
Whether you're hitting the trail on your bike, Munro-bagging up north, or just wandering around in the wilderness, Scotland has plenty of great food and drink to grab on the way Read more »| 04 May 2018 -
AdventuresCycling in Scotland: A Beginner's Guide
Thinking about getting into cycling but unsure where to start? We've put together a beginner's guide to offer a taster of the many and varied experiences on offer across Scotland Read more »| 04 May 2018 -
Living AbroadLiving in Malaga: An expat guide
The Andalusian city of Málaga offers a tranquilo lifestyle of parties, good food and multi-lingual chat – here's what you'll need to know to get started... Read more »| 24 Apr 2018 -
FestivalsTallinn Music Week: 2018 Preview
Ahead of Tallinn Music Week's tenth edition, we take a look at all the facets of this week-long city festival covering everything from art, film, food and design as well as music and discussion Read more »| 30 Mar 2018 -
Living AbroadLiving in Warsaw: A guide
Known for its cosmopolitan centre and abundant green spaces, the Polish capital of Warsaw really blossoms in the summer. This sprawling city also offers a mind-boggling selection of culinary delights, vibrant nightlife and low living costs Read more »| 08 Jan 2018 -
FeaturesTravelling Without Moving: Exploring the World Through Music
Want to experience other cultures but lacking the means to travel? One writer takes a musical approach to exploring the world Read more »| 05 Jan 2018
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FeaturesFuerza Mexico: After the earthquake
Trump: It’s a word that strikes frustration into the hearts of many. But what is it really like being his neighbour? In earthquake ravaged Mexico, it’s not easy… Read more »| 07 Dec 2017 -
SightseeingA Guide to Wrocław: Poland's forgotten gem
Visitors to Poland often end up in the busy capital Warsaw, or the popular tourist towns of Kraków and Gdańsk. However, there’s plenty to see elsewhere in Eastern Europe’s second largest country – Wrocław, for example Read more »| 17 Nov 2017 -
Living AbroadLiving in Edinburgh: A Guide
One US citizen offers a guide to starting a life in Edinburgh. If you're prepared to walk, get lost, and chat up strangers, Edinburgh will never run out of treasures to offer you – until your visa expires Read more »| 15 Nov 2017 -
ArtGlasgow's Best Christmas Markets
As the nights draw in it's time to think about your Christmas purchases! You live in Glasgow, one of the greatest cities of art, design and innovation in the world – head along to one of these Christmas markets to grab yourself a piece of the action Read more »| 08 Nov 2017 -
ArtEdinburgh's Best Christmas Markets
Bonfire Night's over and the lights have been up on the Dome since around July. It must be Christmas! Time to plan your #shoplocal gift purchases with a calendar of our favourite pop-up Christmas events and craft fairs in Edinburgh this festive season Read more »| 08 Nov 2017 -
FeaturesGlasgow Fireworks 2017: Where to Watch Them
We look at some of the best places to see fireworks in Glasgow this Bonfire Night Read more »| 02 Nov 2017 -
FeaturesEdinburgh Fireworks 2017: Where to Watch Them
It's that time again, so look up and prepare your best 'surprise' and 'awe' expressions – here’s The Skinny’s guide to the best places to see fireworks in Edinburgh this Bonfire Night Read more »| 02 Nov 2017 -
Living AbroadLiving in Copenhagen: A guide
If you can get past the bureaucracy, the Danish capital offers a life that blends the great outdoors with top-notch drinking and nightlife Read more »| 23 Oct 2017 -
Living AbroadLiving in Pune: A guide
The second city of the Indian state of Maharashtra, Pune offers a blend of historical curiosity, collegiate hedonism and natural beauty Read more »| 19 Oct 2017