The Rough Guide to The Scottish Highlands & Islands

by Reid, Donald; Humphreys, Rob; Rough Guides

• ISBN13: 9781843536901
• ISBN10: 1843536900
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-06-19
• Publisher: DK Publishing, Inc.

Summary

Explore every corner of this unspoilt and dramatic area with the fully - revised fourth edition of the Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands and Islands. From walking along the deserted beaches in South Harris to whale - watching in Mull - inspired by dozens of photos - the 24page, full - colour introduction highlights all the 'things - not - to - miss'. In addition, there are two brand - new, 4 - page, full - colour inserts: 'Wildlife' and 'Food & Drink'. The guide includes listings of all the top hotels, guesthouses and the best places to eat and sample the local whiskies. There is plenty of practical advice for exploring the great 'Scottish' outdoors, from bagging munros to skiing in The Cairngorms. The guide comes complete with maps and plans for the entire region.

Table of Contents

Colour section	p. 1
Introduction	p. 6
Where to go	p. 8
When to go	p. 10
Things not to miss	p. 14
Basics	p. 25
Getting there	p. 27
Visas and red tape	p. 33
Costs, money and banks	p. 34
Insurance and health	p. 36
Information, websites and maps	p. 37
Getting around	p. 39
Accommodation	p. 43
Eating and drinking	p. 47
Communications	p. 49
Opening hours, public holidays and admission fees	p. 51
The media	p. 52
Events and spectator sports	p. 53
Outdoor pursuits	p. 56
Travellers with specific needs	p. 65
Directory	p. 67
Guide	p. 69
Argyll	p. 71
The Central Highlands	p. 157
The Great Glen	p. 223
The North and Northwest Highlands	p. 259
Skye and the Small Isles	p. 329
The Western Isles	p. 359
Orkney	p. 401
Shetland	p. 449
Contexts	p. 493
History	p. 495
Music	p. 510
Books	p. 526
Recipes	p. 535
Language	p. 539
Scots	p. 541
Gaelic	p. 541
Norn	p. 545
Glossary	p. 547
Travel store	p. 549
Small print & index	p. 565
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