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Let’s talk about Scotland in person!

Hiya, I’m Gemma, and I help people plan their trips to Scotland.

If you are unsure where to start or are looking for some reassurance, let’s jump on a Zoom call and create an itinerary that best suits your travel needs and style.


I’ve planned trips to 41 countries and 22 states, so I understand how overwhelming international travel is!

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Hiya Scotland Trip-Planning Services Explained

  • Private 1-to-1 video consultation with me (Gemma) to plan your personal Scotland itinerary
  • Calls start at 60 minutes and can be extended if more time is required
  • Click this link to my calendar and choose the best date and time for you
  • Timezones can be tricky! If you can’t find a suitable slot, email me, and we’ll work something out
  • The Zoom link will be sent to you
  • You can have more than one person on the call; can’t wait to meet you!
  • Calls are recorded, so that you can replay the consultation in your own time (time-sensitive link)
  • The package also includes an itinerary document with links that you can edit
  • Cost is $180 USD.

Who are Hiya Scotland Travel Consultations for?

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Would you like:

  • local insight when planning your trip to Scotland? 
  • to save time while filling in itinerary gaps?
  • to discuss routes, tours, accommodation & food?

Or even:

  • to find lesser-known locations and hidden gems?
  • to use public transport but are not sure how to?
  • answers to questions you can’t find on Google or social media?

If you answered “aye”, to any of the above, I can’t wait to help you plan your Scotland trip.

Consultation Review

“I was able to get a tentative itinerary started (there is still some more research I need to do in order to determine which islands I want to visit) and to get much better idea of what I can do in a 3-week trip. I had been looking for this kind of help for a while, so it was very relieving to find someone who has this kind of expertise.”

Dusty, Albuquerque, NM

A Wee Bit About Me

  • I’m from Scotland; I was born in Fife
  • I live in the Central Belt near Dunfermline 
  • I went to university in Glasgow and lived in Leith in Edinburgh
  • I have been creating itineraries since 2014 at Two Scots Abroad
  • I also own a website called Everything Edinburgh; I’ve reviewed most attractions
  • I frequently do Scotland road trips, and I hate driving
  • I used to work for Avis in Edinburgh and Glasgow (Downtown and Airport)
  • Before I became a blogger, I was a high school teacher
  • I’ve visited 41 countries and 22 states; I lived in Canada for six months
  • I’ve road-tripped through New England, Florida, and the Outer Banks 
  • I’ve planned trips to most of the popular European cities, such as Rome and Paris
  • And lesser-known like Sarajevo and Granada
  • I love Scotland, and I think you’re going to too
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Loch Sunart on a sunny day with red canoe

What’s Included

  • A designated date and time to speak with me face-to-face over Zoom
  • Access to my planning knowledge, which includes logistics, mapping, and personal experience
  • Advice on routes, destinations, attractions, tours, accommodation, food, and budgeting
  • Time to ask questions
  • A Zoom link that you can share with your travel partner
  • A recording of the call so that you can review it
  • A draft itinerary document with links to maps that you can adapt (if applicable)
  • A follow-up email
  • All for $180 USD.

What’s Not Included

  • Reservations or bookings for flights, accommodation, tours, or restaurants
  • Group bookings, but you are free to adapt our discussion to suit your travel style
  • Follow-up email support; feel free to consider my 5 Questions for $50 option or request another consultation
  • Travel Insurance
  • Assistance during emergencies
  • Refunds

Note: Our trip-planning itinerary services are for informational purposes only, and we are not responsible for any changes, cancellations, or issues arising from third-party services or unforeseen events. See this disclaimer page for more.


Next Steps

  • Firstly, I’m delighted you have chosen to book a consultation, thank you
  • Click this link to reserve a date and time, email me if there is no availability that suits you
  • Complete the questions in the link, provide information via the form, not email
  • Make payment ($180 USD), a receipt will be sent to your inbox (non-refundable)
  • You will receive the Zoom link via your email
  • There will be a reminder email too
  • Then we start your Scotland story together!

Adventure awaits: let’s curate your Caledonian escape

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