This diary begins with William D. Crane and his family departing New York on a steamship to France. In France, they visit Paris and tour the city- stopping at the Arc De Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, and other main tourist attractions. Aside from sightseeing they also shop and dine out. After France, the family makes their way to Scottland by way of the Kings Cross Railway. They arrive in Dornoch where the family plays much golf and tennis and wanders the countryside on bike and foot. Throughout their travels, Crane and his family visit several family friends. Crane documents the trip with a collection of pictures.