2026 Highland Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in August)

The Highlands are absolutely breathtaking, but I have to emphasize the guide: Fernando. He was simply outstanding in every way, making the three days incredibly enjoyable with his explanations. While driving, he managed to educate us about Scottish music, playing it during our journey. A huge thank you to Fernando, especially for retrieving my phone and glasses. Totally recommended 100%!

Help! This place is literally the highlight of the Christmas season 🎅! The moment you walk in, you’re hit with a full blast of Christmas vibes—warm, cozy lighting + Christmas decorations everywhere, instantly brightening your mood 🌟~ And guess what! There’s a friendly West Highland Terrier 🐶 in the store (not always there, but I happened to catch it today), wagging its tail and working the room, so adorable. How to describe this place? It’s the kind of spot that makes your phone storage run out fast! I ordered the [Christmas Duo Set] with a friend, and everything was so delicious it made me want to kick my feet up 👇: 🥩 Aged Sirloin Steak Juicy with every bite! Naturally creamy with a nutty aftertaste, a must-order for meat lovers, never disappointing~ 🍕 Thin Crust Chicken Pizza The crust is crispy with a satisfying crunch, and the cheese is so plentiful it stretches! 🌮 Chicken Tacos Today’s MVP! The taco shell made from corn chips is super fragrant and crispy, and the filling is perfectly seasoned~ (Hope they provide gloves next time, haha) 🍟 Snack Platter Golden and crispy fries and potato wedges, definitely better than fast food 🍰 Pistachio Christmas Dessert My pistachio-loving heart was captured! Refreshing and not overly sweet 🧃 Two drinks were also amazing, one cold and one hot, refreshing and cleansing the palate, plus they look great! Every corner hides little Christmas touches 🎄~ stickers on the windows, small decorations on the tables, Santa Claus inside… every snap is a photo-worthy moment! Eating and taking pictures with friends, happiness level maxed out 💖 For Christmas dates or girls’ gatherings, this place is a must-visit! Great food, great atmosphere, and healing doggos to soothe you~ Let’s go! ヾ

🎄 The Christmas atmosphere was already palpable as soon as we entered the store. As soon as we sat down, our little manager, Odin, wagged his tail and came over to cuddle. His socialization training is excellent; it felt amazing to pet him! (⚠️Tip: For his health, please don't feed him anything, especially chocolate 🍫)! We took so many photos with him 📷 He's such an adorable little guy 😘 🍮 We ordered the Christmas limited-edition cone coffee. The aroma of coffee mixed with a subtle milky fragrance, combined with the crispy cone, didn't feel out of place at all. It looked perfect for photos 📸 We also had two desserts, which were sweet but not cloying, with layered textures. The rich desserts and aromatic coffee together created a truly relaxing and enjoyable experience ✨ Ladies, hurry up! Cuddling with the dog + afternoon tea with your besties doubles the happiness 💯 Every corner is a perfect photo spot; I feel like nine photos on my WeChat Moments aren't enough! 😄

eSports with culture, highlands with attitude✌ 📣2025 Jiaxiu eSports · Round 6 Qualifiers About to ignite the healing space in the heart of Nanming city In this diverse space hidden in the city center, you can not only immerse yourself in the passionate battles🔥 but also experience a "culturally breathing eSports journey." This is not just a competition arena, but also a healing living room🏠 📣This Sunday Call your strongest teammates and charge❗️ This will be your highlight home court🙌🏻 Participate and enjoy free coffee❗ Jiaxiu eSports is waiting for your challenge ✅Competition Info 🔥2025 Jiaxiu eSports · Round 6 Qualifiers 📍Venue: "West Highland Art Homestay Hotel" ⏰Match Time: December 14 (Sunday) 14:00-18:00 🎮Registration Deadline: December 13 (Saturday) 22:00 (Solo players can form teams on-site, don’t miss the chance) 🌟How to Register: Didi backend (Participants must be 18 years or older) 📣Participation: Individual & team registrations accepted 🏆Fight for your passion, full of perks! ✔All participants: ✅One special West Highland drink, first cup free, refills also free ✅Free limited edition Jiaxiu eSports commemorative T-shirt ✅Monet commemorative postcard (can be exchanged at the swap corner) 📍"West Highland Art Homestay Hotel" More than a homestay, it’s a healing space integrating art, reading, and intangible cultural heritage experiences✨ Here, the passion of eSports naturally blends with the rich aroma of coffee☕ During breaks, you can enjoy the warmth of diary exchanges and feel the charm of intangible cultural heritage crafts😁 Why is it called "West Highland"? Because it stands on the southwest highlands of Guizhou⛰️ Inheriting the mountain’s resilience, the water’s vitality, and human warmth Here, there is no preaching, only experience🥰 Let culture speak for itself, let warmth flow naturally 🛋️Comfortable accommodation, elegant environment ☕Rich coffee, mellow tea, refreshing sparkling water 🐾Pet-friendly space 🎹Piano available, board games to play 🖼️Occasional special exhibitions 🎨Diverse cultural activities ✓Artistic café × Charity reading corner Hold a book, sip a drink, steal a half-day of leisure ✓Art activity room × Multi-functional space Handicraft salons, themed team building, business meetings There’s always a way to make you stay✨ When the intensity of eSports💥 meets the tranquility of the space When team collaboration🤝 blends with cultural warmth This is the brand-new experience venue in the center of Guiyang city 🔥Your seat is reserved, your coffee is being prepared This Sunday, looking forward to your highlight moment❗ 📍Address: 5th Floor, Urban Star, 82 Dusi Road 🌟2025 Guizhou Province 9th Jiaxiu Electronic Sports Open Tournament 🏠Organizers Guizhou Provincial Social Sports Management Center, Guiyang Sports Bureau, Nanming District People's Government 🏠Co-organizers Nanming District Bureau of Culture, Sports, Radio, Television and Tourism