The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands and Islands: Travel Guide with eBook

by Rough Guides, Norm Longley

Overview

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Scottish Highlands and Islands, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

Inside this Scottish Highlands and Islands travel book, you'll find:

• Regional deep dive – coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one
• Itinerary samples – designed for various durations and interests
• Practical information – tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more
• Expert recommendations – insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities
• Seasonal tips – when to go to Scottish Highlands and Islands, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
• Must-See pick – a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Glen Coe, Tobermory, whisky on Islay, Eigg, Assynt, Golf, Up Helly-AA, West Highland Railway, Callanish Lewis, the Cairngorm Mountains, Knoydart Peninsula, Caledonian Forest, Jarlshof, South Harris Beaches, the Cuillin
• Navigational maps – colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
• Cultural insights – engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Scottish Highlands and Islands
• Language essentials – a handy Scots, Gaelic, Norn dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals
• Inspiring travel photography – full-colour pictures capture the essence of Scottish Highlands and Islands, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust
• Bonus eBook – Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide
• Coverage includes: Argyll, Perthshire, the Great Glen and River Sprey, Assynt, Skye and the Small Isles, the Western Isles, Orkney, Shetland

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781839058639
Publisher:	Apa Publications
Publication date:	05/07/2024
Series:	Rough Guides Main Series
Edition description:	10th ed.
Pages:	424
Product dimensions:	7.70(w) x 5.10(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about—having either traveled extensively or lived there—and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.

Originally from Somerset, Norm has spent much of his working life in Eastern Europe – he is the author of the Rough Guides to Slovenia, Romania and Budapest – but in recent years he has turned his hand to home shores as author of the Scotland, Wales and Ireland guides. These days he divides his time between Orkney and Somerset.

Table of Contents

Introduction To 4

Where to go 8

When to go 11

Author picks 13

Things not to miss 14

Itineraries 24

Basics 26

Getting there 27

Getting around 28

Accommodation 31

Food and drink 33

The media 35

Events and spectator sports 37

Outdoor activities 38

Travel essentials 43

The Guide 48

1 Argyll 49

2 The Central Highlands 123

3 The Great Glen and River Spey 179

4 The north and northwest Highlands 211

5 Skye and the Small Isles 267

6 The Western Isles 291

7 Orkney 327

8 Shetland 367

Contexts 402

History 403

Books 418

Language 421

Glossary 426

Small Print and Index 427