The gorgeous sleeper train named a ‘favourite’ by Brits opting for ‘slowcations’

For those wanting to explore the capital, take the 7.5 hour service to Edinburgh, but if spending some quiet time by the sea is more your thing, unwind in the stunning town of Stonehaven.

But one route stands out as a “favourite” of those looking to indulge in a luxury travel experience that also offers views of Scotland’s “fatastic scenery”.

David Crossley from East Yorkshire, said: “My favourite is the Caledonian Sleeper from London Euston to Fort William. It is so special to wine, dine and sleep then awake to breakfast and the fantastic scenery of the West Highlands.”

UK Google searches for “slow travel trips” have also increased by 61 percent in the past three months, and there have been more than 16.3 million posts mentioning the trend on TikTok too.

Simon Lynch, Global Product Director at Scott Dunn, said: “With so many people naming de-stressing as their main reason for booking a holiday; and relaxation as their main priority when they’re away, it’s no surprise that we’re seeing an increased appetite for what has been coined ‘slowcations’ this year.

“Slow travel is more about a mindset as opposed to a pace of movement, it’s exploring somewhere on a deeper level, making space mentally and physically for things to happen spontaneously. For example, taking time to walk in nature, cycle through countryside, engage with the locals or take a long-distance rail journey.”

“Taking a slower and more ‘gentle’ approach to the way that you travel – and making the journey part of your trip – will not only encourage you to relax and unwind quicker, but it will inevitably lead to discovery along the way, and this in turn can help you to make meaningful memories too.”