Trip Start-up

Broch of Gurness, prehistoric fort

Seems like a long time between trips and the Supsics are raring to go! We'll be heading to Scotland to revisit Edinburgh, a favorite city we first saw over 20 years ago, and to explore the Orkney Islands.

The Orkneys are located off the North Coast of Scotland and are renowned for their prehistoric ruins. In fact the Orkneys have been called the "Egypt of the North!"



Before we get into the details on this trip, we have some sad news to report.  Two of our good, close friends and travel followers have passed away recently.

Roman Fedorak

Roman Fedorak, pictured here was a co-worker of Frank's from 1971 till 1996.  Frank and a few other co-workers remained friends for many years after, engaging in luncheons and get-togethers up until January of this year.  Roman was a good and fun friend, and he will be sorely missed.

Phil Auerbach

Phil Auerbach, our good neighbor and friend here in the Poconos passed away in the latter part of 2016.  He was a fun friend too, with knowledgeable stories to add to our own stories.  We always enjoyed his company and conversations at the many social events we shared.  Another of our close friends that we will always remember fondly.




We would like to give tribute to these dear friends of ours, and dedicate our upcoming trip and blog to them in return for their many years of friendship, as well as for following us along in our many travels.  Bon voyage, Roman and Phil.  Maybe we'll be traveling together again sometime, somehow in another life!!

Map of our trip

Here is the recap of our trip:

Fly from Newark, NJ, USA to Aberdeen, Scotland (stay 3 nights) -- learn about the North Sea oil industry and taste some of Scotland's best single malt scotch whiskey

Ferry to the Orkney Islands, and the city of Kirkwall, Scotland

Stay in Kirkwall, Scotland (6 nights) -- explore the prehistoric ruins, WWII history, and enjoy some traditional music

Ferry back to the Mainland of Scotland, back to the city of Aberdeen

Travel to Edinburgh, Scotland (6 nights) -- explore this beautiful city and take day trips to the Highlands and Rosslyn Chapel

Over to the city of Glasgow, Scotland (1 night) -- get a quick glimpse of this city known as the second city of the British Empire

Fly back to the USA

As always, thanks so much for following along with us. Get ready to do some time traveling as we go way back into prehistory!

All our best,

Frankie & Annie McSupsic




Photo attributed to: “Broch of Gurness, Orkney” by John W. Schulze is licensed under CC BY 2.0