Daily Archives: September 7, 2026

We finish our Scotland trip with our Edinburgh stretch: the drive in, our Outlander stop at Midhope Castle, where we stayed on points, and the places that were actually worth the effort with kids. We also break down our Air France business class flights home booked with points, including the fees, lounges, and what we’d do differently next time. 
• motion sickness on Scotland roads and why Dramamine matters 
• Midhope Castle as Lallybroch for Outlander fans and what to expect on-site 
• using Hilton points at the DoubleTree Edinburgh and setting realistic hotel expectations 
• returning the rental car, cracked windshield costs, and Chase Sapphire Reserve primary coverage claim 
• Dishoom Edinburgh, ordering shareable plates, and low-pressure ways to help kids try new food 
• Edinburgh Castle tour pros and cons and why audio equipment makes or breaks it 
• Flightographer family photos, timing trade-offs, and getting more variety from group shots 
• fishing attempt lessons, Albys sandwiches, and easy wins when plans flop 
• riding the alpine coaster, buying tickets early, and taking Edinburgh buses with tap-to-pay 
• late-night dining challenges with kids in Edinburgh and planning around closing times 
• Mary’s Milk Bar on the Grassmarket and a fun Somebody Feed Phil tie-in 
• Air France business class from Paris, lounge access, and the reality of award taxes and fees 
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