If the sweeping scenes of Scottish countryside in Disney-Pixar’s Brave have you ready to pack your bags for a visit, here's some good news: Scotland's tourism board has created Brave-themed travel itineraries for families.
Six self-guided driving tours are arranged around different themes, including myths and legends, castles, clans, and wildlife. Brave tie-ins include sights such as the Calanais Standing Stones on the Isle of Lewis, which were part of the inspiration for the ring of stones Merida discovers in the film.
The Scottish Castle tour includes a stop at Eilean Donan Castle in the Highlands, one of the castles the production team visited while researching the movie. The Myths and Legends itinerary takes families to Dunnottar Castle, a medieval ruin that had a big impact on the film: After seeing its dramatic seaside setting, the filmmakers decided to move the DunBroch family castle from the Highlands to the coast.
If touring on your own isn't for you, another option is a small-group guided tour with Rabbie’s Trail Burners, whose four-day Scottish Castle Experience includes Brave themes as well as a banquet, castle visits and even a stop at a whisky distillery (land only; from $825 adult/$650 child).
