An early morning provided the perfect sunrise at the Circle of Stenness as well as one of the famous (albeit small) lighthouses on what they call Orkney “mainland”, the main island.
Summer holiday 15: Scotland 8 – Wonders of Orkney
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Summer holiday 14: Scotland 7 – From the North Coast to Orkney
Traveling up the North Coast with impressive, steep cliffs to the old settlements and protected areas on Orkney.
Summer holiday 13: Scotland 6 – Loch Ness
Driving along the shore (Eastern Side) of Loch Ness to be blessed with waterfalls and rainbows, but no Nessie.
Summer holiday 12: Scotland 5 – Aviemore Steam
Went to see the famous steam train amidst a flock of tourists, but then found a quiet castle to visit.
Summer holiday 11 – Scotland 4: Wolftraxx
Bike trails in the forest of the Highlands
Summer holiday 10: Scotland 3 – Northern Coast
Along the Northern Coast with fantastic castles, lighthouses and golden sand beaches
Summer holiday 9: Scotland 2 – Coast to Aberdeen
Up the East Coast from Perth to Aberdeen
Summer holiday 8: Scotland 1 – Ben Lomond
One of the 282 Munroes, Ben Lomond turned out to be quite the climb, especially for the wind.
Summer holiday 7: River across a river
Central England has some interesting sights, too, in particular the Lune acqueduct – literally a river crossing a river.
Summer holiday 6: River Medway
Locks and boats on the river Medway, our walking stop as we headed North in the UK towards Scotland.
