Jill Kooijman sent me a stunning, almost tropical looking image of a beautiful day in the Southern Hebrides which she wanted to share with others, for which I'm very grateful. The image was taken from the north-eastern tip of the Isle of Iona looking across the Caolas Annraidh to Eilean Annraidh. Notice the yacht on the left and the beautiful white sandy beaches which makes the … [Read more...] about Tropical Image Isle of Iona
Southern Hebrides Blog
Cruising the Inner Hebridean Islands on the Hebridean Princess
The Scotsman published an article by Gareth Moore titled Inner Hebrides Cruise. In fact it's more a travel report about a cruise in November, a time when the first winter storms hit the west of Scotland which, as the author confirms, results in alterations in the schedule. Gareth choose not just a cruise ship but embarked on the Hebridean Princess, a familiar sight in the Inner … [Read more...] about Cruising the Inner Hebridean Islands on the Hebridean Princess
Crew from Calmac Ferry MV Hebrides Make Video
I have posted this article on my Islay Blog earlier today and I want to share it with the readers here as well: "Ever wondered what the Calmac crew were up to when you arrived safely on your destination and drove off the ferry? Well the answer can be found on Youtube. The crew from one of Calmac's vessels created a video called 'Heb Madness' imitating the band Madness on board … [Read more...] about Crew from Calmac Ferry MV Hebrides Make Video
Mull Tips from a Visitor
When I wrote the travel report about Mull a while back one of the readers sent me an email with some additional information. It's always good to get some "inside information" and I have decided to publish vicky's comments here on the blog: "Of the countless castles I've visited in Western Scotland, Torosay Castle rates the most visitor-friendly. No ribbons barring tourists from … [Read more...] about Mull Tips from a Visitor
Hidden treasures of Scotland’s seas to be explored
Some of the secrets and mysteries surrounding Scotland’s rich marine heritage could soon be revealed according to the Scottish government. The Scottish Marine Bill aims to improve the protection of Scotland’s treasured marine heritage and our understanding and enjoyment of it. It is hoped that technological advances and opportunities for closer co-operation on survey and data … [Read more...] about Hidden treasures of Scotland’s seas to be explored