EDINBURGH, Scotland -- Have you ever been on vacation somewhere and thought to yourself, “I could live here?”

My wife and I have, too, and after a trip to Scotland in 2024 we took a step toward making “We live here” happen as we approach retirement.

The reasons are plentiful, including cool temperatures, plenty of fresh water and very low violent crime rates. Also, it’s Scotland -- home to ancestors on both sides of our families, absolutely beautiful landscapes, friendly and inquisitive people, whisky, Highland coos and a great base to explore all of Europe and beyond.

We decided our next trip to Scotland would be a vacation/location hunt.

In the time between our initial visit, which was five nights in Glasgow with day trips to Edinburgh and nearby towns and villages, my wife researche

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