Category: Choosing Where to Stay

Lies, damned lies, and online reviews

Why do the worst places on Airbnb score 4-stars plus? How can the same place on Booking.com have 3 stars AND score 9/10? Guest reviews are confusing. This blog explains why I trust third parties like the AA, Visit England and Visit Wales far more.   Places you can …
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When to book direct – and when not to!

Should you book on Airbnb, Booking.com or VRBO? Or should you book direct with the owner? This guide gives you the pros and cons of both… though for transparency, I think you should book direct! You want to find the perfect place to stay in Scotland. Of course …
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Find the perfect place to stay in Scotland in three steps

You want to find the perfect places to stay for your Scotland trip so you’ll have great experiences and wonderful memories. But the hidden gems are truly hidden because Google shows big sites and chain hotels before anything else.  So how can you find quirky or unusual places …
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