Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
WHISKY BARRELS, ISLAY
Highlights
1
Loch Fyne Oyster Bar, Cairndow
Dine in
or take away at Scotland's finest smokehouse
and seafood outlet.
See p.227
2
Mount Stuart, Bute
Explore this
architecturally overblown mansion set in
magnificent grounds.
See p.230
3
Tobermory, Mull
Archetypal picturesque
fishing village, with colourful houses arranged
around a sheltered harbour.
See p.240
4
Boat trip to Staffa and the Treshnish Isles
Take the boat to see the “basalt cathedral” of
Fingal's Cave, and then picnic amidst the pu
ns
on Lunga.
See p.244
5
Golden beaches
Kiloran Bay on Colonsay is
one of the most perfect sandy beaches in Argyll,
but there are plenty more on Islay, Coll and
Tiree.
See p.253
6
Isle of Gigha
The perfect island escape:
sandy beaches, friendly folk and the azaleas of
Achamore Gardens - you can even stay at the
laird's house.
See p.262
7
Whisky distilleries, Islay
With eight
beautifully sited distilleries to choose from,
Islay is the ultimate whisky lover's destination.
See p.267
HIGHLIGHTS ARE MARKED ON THE MAP ON P.224
