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Old Man of Storr: Hiking Guide to one of Skye’s Most Stunning Landscapes

October 11, 2023
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Scotland, Skye

The Old Man of Storr walk on the Isle of Skye is one of the most recognizable hikes in Scotland, leading to a dramatic rock pinnacle overlooking the surrounding coastline and hills. The trail climbs steadily from the roadside to a series of viewpoints above the formation, with expansive views opening up as you gain elevation. It’s a relatively short hike, but the uphill section can feel sustained, especially in wind or wet conditions. This guide explains what to expect...

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By Pat & Isa

Camasunary Bay: Hiking Guide to One of Skye’s Most Secluded Beautiful Locations

October 11, 2023
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Scotland, Skye

Although Scotland’s Isle of Skye is particularly famous for its otherworldly landscapes like those seen along the Quairing and the Old Man of Storr trails, the views along the Camasunary Bay trail are no less beautiful, particularly once you reach Camanusay Bay itself. A bonus is that there are nowhere near the crowds that those other more popular trails are known for, so you will definitely feel like you have the trail and the scenery to yourself at times, if...

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By Pat & Isa

Talisker Bay: Hiking Guide to One of Skye’s Most Unique Beaches and Waterfalls

October 6, 2023
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Scotland, Skye

Skye is ripe with beautiful, green and unusual landscapes. But it’s only in Talisker Bay where you’ll find the unique combination of stunning sea stacks, a beautiful beach, a tall slim coastal waterfall and mooing cows as far as the eyes can see. The hike (or “walk” as they often say in the UK) is definitely a hidden gem that will provide you with beautiful scenery with very little effort required on your end. It’s a very peaceful walk, we...

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Fairy Glen: Travel & Hiking Guide to One of Skye’s Most Unusual and Unique Landscapes

October 6, 2023
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Scotland, Skye

Though perhaps not as popular a hiking destination or as scenic as Skye’s Fairy Pools, the Fairy Glen is still a unique landscape enough landscape to deserve a visit, especially if you plan on spending some time on Skye’s stunning Trotternish Peninsula. Though many think the area is overrated, we felt it was definitely worth a stop due to its unique and unusual landscape of grassy, small cone-shaped hills. It’s definitely worth visiting if you are planning to hike the...