Albion Gould
makes & travels
It seems as though almost everyone goes through their own Harry Potter phase, whether that consists solely of watching the yearly fall television marathons or fully immersing yourself in all things Potter. I was teaching at an elementary school when the books were still coming out and Harry Potter hype was building–I got to watch …
When we went to the ice sculptures in 2017, we didn’t realize that it was a one-off exhibit. The ice sculptures were set up in what was essentially a giant tented freezer on George Street in Edinburgh and was a paid ticket. It was one of the listed events of that year’s Christmas Market and …
This guest post is brought to us by Kalyn of Girl Gone London. She has put together ten Edinburgh travel tips to help you plan the perfect trip. Having lived there, I can attest to these being just what you need to know! Heading to Edinburgh? These ten Edinburgh travel tips are the perfect way …
I miss living in Edinburgh with all of my heart. I don’t miss our flat (goodness no!), but the city itself has my heart and soul. Edinburgh is a bustling city full of history, architecture, modern conveniences, and secrets in every nook and cranny. Everything feels expensive these days, though, and there’s plenty of that …
Urquhart Castle sits along Loch Ness, a freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands. The lake runs for 23 miles and is home to the fabled Loch Ness Monster, Nessie (and yes, I believe!). It is one of the largest bodies of water in the United Kingdom. Visiting Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle was on our …
I have been missing Halloween in the worst way this year. I grew up with Halloween being an actual season–decorations, costumes, and neighborhood trick or treating. No one celebrates Halloween quite like North America. The United States took Irish traditions, massively commercialized them, and made them into something much bigger (and I love it!). Thanks …
