There lies a unique journey awaiting newlyweds who wish to embrace their gothic hearts. A dark honeymoon is not just a celebration of love but an exploration into the shadow-draped corners of history, mystery and timeless romance.

Scotland, with it’s ancient castles and mist-shrouded landscapes, offers a perfect tapestry for this journey… but there’s darker, more intriguing tales to explore too.

When I mention dark tourism, there are two main reactions I get: a look of sheer horror and disgust, or one of surprise and interest.

I began to look at places that piqued my interest, sparked a sense of wonder, or ignited the need to find out why certain events took place, both past and present.

It was hard to find any tours or packages that catered to this and that allowed the flexibility to create something truly unique to my interests. I wanted to visit places from my favourite horror novels or movies, see where cultural events took place, and visit the scenes of crimes (both war and criminal).