A SKYE HIGH
THE ISLE OF Skye is the largest of the Inner Hebrides and popular with those who love the great outdoors. Mountains, waterfalls, ‘fairy’ glens and pools, and some truly stunning wildlife attract visitors to the island from all over the world.
The landscape is dominated by the Black Cuillins, said to be Britain’s most challenging mountain range, and the Red Cuillins – both offer fantastic walking and lots of opportunities for fabulous landscape photography.
To the north is Trotternish Ridge, for yet more rugged, spectacular landscapes. For further information about walking on Skye, check out www.isleofskye.com/skye-guide/top-ten-skye-walks.
As well as some great hiking, there is superb wildlife watching, and you can do much of this by taking a boat trip (www.isleofskye.com/activities/boat-trips), the ideal way to spot whales, dolphins, seals and sea eagles – or you could try your hand at kayaking and salmon fishing.
For a little retail therapy, seek out Portree, on the east side of the island and the capital of Skye. Surrounded by hills, it began life around 200 years ago as a fishing port and is now a busy hub, with banks,
