There’s plenty of reasons to holiday at home

With the rise of the staycation showing no signs of abating, there are plenty of reasons for spending your summer holidays in Scotland this year.

You hardly need to leave Courier Country to find all the ingredients for a wonderful break at home.

If it is beautiful scenery you are after, look no further than the stunning countryside we are so lucky to enjoy right here in Fife, Angus and Perthshire.

The rolling hills of central Fife and beautiful beaches and coastal villages of the East Neuk have been popular holiday destinations for generations.

Choose from caravan accommodation with spectacular views over the Firth of Forth or a cute cottage tucked away in a pretty fishing village or up a country lane.

Either way, you will have plenty to see and explore in the fascinating kingdom.

From watersports to some of the most famous golf links in the world and great museums and galleries, there is a huge range of holiday fun on offer to visitors.

Swap rolling hills for glorious glens and you are ready to explore the beautiful landscape of Angus.

Why not try camping or glamping to get the best of your stay in the glens?

Walking and cycling are two of the most popular pursuits in the area and the region is dotted with welcoming B&Bs and hotels if camping isn’t your thing. Angus is also home to some beautiful beaches, so why not take the time to explore Lunan Bay or the shoreline at Montrose and Carnoustie?

Perthshire may not be on the coast but there are still lots of places in this beautiful county where you can indulge in some watersports.

From stunning lochs to spectacular inland rivers and gorges, this is an adventurer’s playground and the perfect place to try out anything from white water rafting to canyoning or kayaking.

Some of the larger lochs are a haven for boating enthusiasts, with the Perthshire hills providing a gorgeous backdrop to any activity.

If you prefer to spend your holidays on dry land, the area has no shortage of beautiful walks from meandering forest trails to challenging Munros to climb.

In all these locations there is an amazing array of accommodation options on offer.

Why not try out a quirky camping trip in a yurt or wigwam, get some great value comfort in a mobile home or lodge, or stay at a family run B&B?

If you are in search of a more luxurious break, why not look at a beautiful hotel or resort, where you will be pampered to your heart’s content?

The choice is up to you.

Pictures: Getty Images. Plenty on offer: Kayaking on Loch Earn in Perthshire, the beautiful fishing village of Crail in Fife and stunning Glen Prosen in Angus – all local gems waiting to be explored.