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Breathtaking countryside, beaches, centuries-old castles and a distinct cuisine make this one of the most appealing destinations of the British Channel Islands. 

Surrounding the northern tip of the United Kingdom are nearly 800 individual islands, some inhabited, some not, but all beautiful. 

Enjoy the impressive views from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse on the edge of a headland jutting into the Pentland Firth.

Now a lively district with a harmonious blend of historical landmarks, bars, restaurants and cultural centers, this area was formerly an industrial dockyard.

Beloved by hikers, this unusual landscape is dotted with fractured rock formations, shimmering lochs and a hidden grassy plateau.

Beloved by hikers, this unusual landscape is dotted with fractured rock formations, shimmering lochs and a hidden grassy plateau.

Hike amid stunning natural scenery in one of Scotland’s most famous glens, famous for its beauty and infamous for its history.

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

Appreciate the cultural transformation this waterfront city has undergone, with the World War II-damaged center now home to fashionable restaurants and maritime attractions.

Now a lively district with a harmonious blend of historical landmarks, bars, restaurants and cultural centers, this area was formerly an industrial dockyard.

Escape to the scenic destination of Guernsey, a compact island that packs in medieval castles, Victorian homes, clifftop walks and stunning beaches.

Hike amid stunning natural scenery in one of Scotland’s most famous glens, famous for its beauty and infamous for its history.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Enjoy the stunning scenery surrounding this fine medieval fortress and learn about the dramatic historical events that took place here over the centuries.

Hike amid stunning natural scenery in one of Scotland’s most famous glens, famous for its beauty and infamous for its history.

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

Enjoy picturesque clifftop views in the town where Dracula took form and Captain Cook learned his trade.

The western isles of Scotland are one of the country’s most unique and scenic regions, where you can experience all the charms and delights of the friendly Gaelic culture. Each of the western isles has its own individual personality and features, from the castles of Mull and the sandy beaches of Tiree, to the heathered bluffs of Isle of Skye and the historic abbey at Iona. Whether you’re keen to island hop and discover all the offerings, or want to settle-in and get to know a place, you will soon find that the Inner Hebrides are a destination you’ll long to return to.

The quaint, winding streets of Stromness are home to captivating museums and galleries, compelling historic landmarks and stunning natural views.