No one has mentioned the Club site at Newtonmore. Nine miles north of the Dalwhinnie turnoff on the A9. A wonderful site, brilliant for touring the Cairngorm area. We like to stay for at least two weeks. Great area for walking. Aviemore is about 12 miles to the north. Its near Kingussie. This area is where they made Monarch of the Glen. Only time we had a small problem with midgies was when we went in late July.
We werent too keen on Culloden - found it too regimented.
Can also recommend the club site at Speyside. Way out in the middle of no where, but wonderful for visiting distilleries. One only about three miles from the site.
The site at Granton on Spey is close to the town centre and that is handy for meals/shopping etc. Must admit though we havent stayed on this particular site for many years because of the high level of fees.
Totally agree about Balbirnie/Markinch - lovely little site.
The site at Newcastleton is a little gem = members only - and Eddie keeps the park immaculate. Again very handy for the village shops. Walking and touring the borders.
Enjoy
Comment about the tatoo. It is absolutely breathtaking, but it is advisable to be well wrapped up because it can be chilly. Also if you are a heavy weight, you will find the seats a tad on the small side.