Small Group Travel Blog: Expert Travel Tips, Destination Guides & Tour Advice

Welcome to the Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor travel blog, featuring expert travel tips, destination guides, cruise advice, packing suggestions, airfare strategies, and first-hand insights from more than 17 years of planning small group tours.

Our articles are written for travelers who want more than ordinary sightseeing. Whether you are planning a trip to Europe, Canada, South America, Iceland, Scotland, Ireland, Italy, France, Peru, or a luxury river cruise, our goal is to help you travel smarter, more comfortably, and with greater confidence.

Since 2009, Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor has helped solo travelers, couples, and friends enjoy carefully planned, adults-only small group tours with quality hotels, expert local guides, thoughtful pacing, and personal service from real travel professionals who know our destinations inside and out.

Latest Travel Tips & Destination Guides

Archive by tag: ScotlandReturn
Explore the best places to eat near the Grassmarket in Edinburgh, featuring traditional pubs, modern Scottish dining, quick local favorites, and sweet treats—perfect for travelers staying in the Old Town.
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Here are five unforgettable golf courses in the Scottish Highlands, from legendary Royal Dornoch to charming links like Tain and Brora, combining history, scenery, strategy, and exceptional value.
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Discover the top 10 things to do in Edinburgh with The Traveling Professor. From Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace to the Royal Mile, museums, and cozy pubs — explore the best of Scotland’s capital on a small group tour.
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Experience Scotland by scenic rail on The Traveling Professor’s small group tour. Discover Edinburgh Castle, Eilean Donan, the Isle of Skye, and the Highlands — a perfect mix of history, scenery, and adventure for small-group travelers.
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Explore the heart of the Scottish Highlands with The Traveling Professor’s small group tours. Discover Inverness Castle, cruise Loch Ness, visit Culloden Battlefield, and enjoy local pubs and music—authentic Highland experiences that make Inverness one of Scotland’s most memorable destinations.
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23Oct

Perfect 11 Day Itinerary in Scotland

23 Oct, 2025 | Scotland | Scotland Travel Guide | View Counts (602)
Explore Scotland on a small group tour from Inverness to Edinburgh. Visit castles, Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, and historic St. Andrews. Enjoy expert guides, scenic rail journeys, and authentic Scottish experiences with The Traveling Professor.
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23Sep

Best Scenic Rail Trips in Scotland

23 Sep, 2025 | Scotland, Scenic Rail | Scotland Travel Guide | View Counts (1036)
Discover Scotland’s best scenic rail trips with ScotRail, including Mallaig to Fort William, Fort William to Glasgow, and Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh—breathtaking routes featuring mountains, lochs, wildlife, and iconic landmarks perfect for unforgettable train travel experiences.
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14Aug

Best Things to Do in Glasgow Scotland

14 Aug, 2025 | Glasgow, Scotland | Scotland Travel Guide | View Counts (729)
Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, offers a vibrant mix of culture, history, and art. From free museums and historic cathedrals to scenic parks and modern galleries, there's always something exciting to explore in this dynamic city along the River Clyde.
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About the Author

Professor Steve Solosky, The Traveling Professor, is the founder of Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor, operating since 2009. A former college professor and author of The Traveling Professor’s Guide to Paris, Steve has planned and led small group tours throughout Europe, Canada, South America, and beyond. His travel expertise has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, WCBS Radio, and The New York Times Travel Show.

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