Can an American tourist feel safe in Scotland?

Scotland Warnings and Dangers Scotland is a land of historic castles, romantic hilltop vistas, and people who are happy to welcome visitors, but when visiting Scotland you should be on alert for issues such as gangs, fickle weather, and biting insects. read more

Scotland is quite a diverse country, safe is a variable concept and tourism can mean from anywhere, even other parts of Scotland. There are parts of Glasgow and other cities where you need to remember not to leave valuables visible in your car, and parts of rural Scotland where the locals may not bother to lock their doors. read more