Synopses & Reviews
When the rain stops falling and the mist clears there is no more beautiful place on Earth than Scotlands northernmost archipelagos, the Orkney and Shetland Islands. Leave the Scottish mainland and set foot on a land of ancient relics, deserted beaches and stunning wildlife. Norse settlers occupied these islands for centuries, making for a unique cultural mix of Scandinavian and Scottish influences. Footprintfocus Orkney & Shetland Islands gives you the information you need to get the most out of your trip; covering beautiful coastlines, mysterious ancient monuments, evocative bays and glorious wilderness, along with the best places to stay and eat and where to enjoy a wee dram of your favourite malt whiskey.
· Includes Essentials section with indispensable information on getting around.
· Get off the beaten track and discover jaw-dropping scenery and experience real wilderness.
· Accommodation listings aplenty, plus where to eat and drink.
· Detailed street maps will help you find your way around.
· Slim enough to fit in your pocket.
Packed with practical and detailed advice on how to navigate these ancient archipelagos, this concise Footprintfocus guide helps you make the most out of your trip without weighing you down.
The content of Footprintfocus Orkney & Shetland Islands guide has been extracted from Footprints Scotland Highlands & Islands Handbook.
Synopsis
Packed with up-to-date information on Scotlands northernmost islands, Footprintfocus Orkney & Shetland Islands will guide you around Britains most unique chain of islands which are home to stunning wildlife and fascinating history.
About the Author
Alan started his travel writing career researching and writing Footprint guides to Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and Venezuela. After a long time on the road, he eventually returned to his homeland Scotland to write new Footprint guides to Scotland, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Scotland Highlands & Islands.
Table of Contents
(1)Orkney Kirkwell, Stromness and West Mainland, East Mainland and South Ronaldsay, Hoy, Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre, Shapinsay, Eday, Sanday, Stronsay, Westray, Papa Westray, North Ronaldsay; (2) Shetland Lerwick and around, Central Mainland, The Westside, South Mainland, Fair Isle, North Mainland, Whalsey and Out Skerries, Yell, Fetlar and Unst.