Destination: Scotland by John Hawks

Scotland combines the best of both worlds for many travelers. Here, you can enjoy outdoor pursuits (from a round on one of the world’s most renowned golf courses to treks through the Highlands) mixed with indoor pleasures like a spot of whisky (the Scots call it the “water of life”) and tours through Victorian neighborhoods and ancient castle ruins.

Scotland continues to mature as a surprisingly popular destination, attracting more than 1.5 million visitors from North America each year. In fact, the United States is Scotland’s largest overseas market for inbound tourists.

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