Celebrity Travel: Go Away With Sam Heughan
Before moving to London at the age of 22, Sam Heughan studied at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. The Scottish actor has returned to his roots to portray Jamie Fraser on the hit Starz series, "Outlander," which is filmed in Scotland. Based out of Glasgow, the 37-year-old philanthropist also is the founder of My Peak Challenge (https://www.mpc2017.com), a charitable foundation that advocates for a healthy lifestyle. Fans may follow him on Twitter (https://twitter.com/samheughan) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SamHeughan).
Q. If you've ever gone away for the holidays, which was the best trip?
A. I went to Thailand a couple of years ago, over Christmas and New Year. I trained Muay Thai twice a day for four hours. The rest of the time I relaxed on the beach or island hopped. Their New Year's fireworks are amazing -- and terrifying!
Q. Have you traveled to a place that stood out so much that you felt compelled to incorporate it into your work?
A. I draw on my Scottish roots and the scenery and culture every day on "Outlander." I hope my next project will use the location and imagination just as much.
Q. Where are your favorite weekend getaways?
A. Isle of Skye in Scotland. (It's) beautiful and peaceful. I would say take a ferry. See the island from the sea -- the wildlife, eagles, dolphins and whales and the jagged peaks of the mountains in the distance.
Q. What's the best meal you had during your travels?
A. I went to the oldest ramen bar in Kyoto, Japan. (There were) huge bowls of delicious bone broth, noodles, pickles and cold beer. I finished a bowl and ordered another immediately.
Q. What is your favorite vacation destination?
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