People in search of a winter break this year need look no further than their television sets. With The Traitors ’ third season in full flow, we’ve been tuning in to watch dark deeds of skullduggery and murder – only to be greeted by the gorgeous sight of the Scottish Highlands in full bloom. Who wants be looking for breaks in Madeira or Greece when you could be setting your sights on the stunning countryside around Inverness ? After the first series aired, Trainline saw a 25 per cent increase in bookings to Inverness in January 2023 compared to the previous year – and no wonder.
But there’s also more to Inverness than the Traitors – naturally. In fact, the TV show is simply confirming what many of us knew all along: this cool, under the radar city and its environs is actually an excellent location for a winter break. First things first: the scenery.
This is Scotland as its most rugged and beautiful. Brooding mountains overlook plunging valleys and slate-grey lochs stare blankly at the sky, ringed by ancient forests. In winter, chances are good that there’ll be snow, or at least a howling wind.
Fortunately, this also makes it a great place for skiing. The nearby Cairngorms are the place to be here – and the skiing is cheaper than anything you’d find in France or Switzerland. For 30km of pistes and an 11-mile drive from Aviemore, it’s probably the most hassle-free trip from train to slopes that you’ll find anywhere ( https://www.
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