Scotland’s Mysterious Underworld

A breathtaking Journey into Smoo Cave where Waterfalls, Legends and Adventure collide

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In today’s email:-

• Scotland’s Mysterious Underworld

• The Top Natural Wonders In Scotland

• Around the Web: Discover 1000 years of history when visiting Inverness and Loch Ness; Scotland’s most scenic driving routes; Scottish Highlands Legends and Romance and more…

• Everything you need to know about visiting the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye

• Experiences Likely To Sell Out

• 🌟 New: Travel Quizzer is Here!

• From Social Media: Standing proudly by the River Pattack

• Scottish Food You Will Love: Visit Durness and Smoo Cave

• Coo Wee: Visit Durness and Smoo Cave

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Scotland’s Mysterious Underworld

Smoo Cave is one of Scotland’s most fascinating natural wonders, and it’s just off the NC500, making it the perfect stop on a road trip through the north. This massive sea cave, shaped by both the sea and a freshwater river, has an entrance so big it looks like something from a fantasy film. Smoo Cave’s name comes from the Old Norse word Smuga, meaning “hiding place” or “hole,” a nod to its ancient past and the mysteries that lie within. Inside, you’ll find eerie rock formations, hidden chambers, and even a waterfall crashing down into the depths. You can explore the first part on foot, but if you really want to experience its mystery, take the boat tour deeper into the cave’s darker corners.

The area around Smoo Cave is just as incredible. Balnakeil Beach is nearby, with its white sand and sweeping views, while Faraid Head offers a windswept coastal walk with a chance to spot seabirds and maybe even a seal or two. If you’re up for an adventure, head to Cape Wrath, the most north-westerly point of mainland Britain, with its towering cliffs and historic lighthouse. For a quieter moment, Loch Eriboll offers stunning scenery and a bit of wartime history. With so much to see, this part of Scotland is more than just a stopover—it’s a highlight of the journey. Is it time for a road trip on the North Coast 500?

On the footpath above the Smoo Cave in Durness along the NC500 in Scotland - Shutterstock

The Top Natural Wonders In Scotland

Scotland, renowned for its breathtaking natural landscapes, boasts an array of captivating wonders that showcase Mother Nature's unparalleled artistry. From majestic mountain ranges to enchanting coastal vistas, Scotland's scenic treasures beckon travellers from around the globe.

Isle of Lewis - Love to Visit Scotland

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Around The Web

Discover 1000 years of history when visiting Inverness and Loch Ness

There is a a lot of history with in the city centre for you to explore. Most of it can be done on foot and you will come across a lot of it just wandering the streets. The most prominent historic feature of Inverness standing proud above the river, is the Inverness Castle.

Scotland’s most scenic driving routes

If you’re looking for top scenic drives in Scotland for touring by car, these driving routes will take you through some of the country's most awe-inspiring landscapes, and you'll find plenty of fantastic attractions and charming towns and villages to visit along the way.

Balnakeil Craft Village

Balnakeil Craft Village lies about one mile west of Durness, within sight of Balnakeil Bay with its historic house and church. This collection of unusual buildings was built in the mid 1950's as an M.O.D. early warning station in the event of nuclear attack…https://balnakeilcraftvillage.weebly.com/history.html

Durness camping and glamping pods

A peaceful ensuite pod set in the highlands ten minutes from sandy Scourie Beach, on the NC500 route… and other sites in Scotland.

Things to Do in Applecross

Enjoy the tranquillity of this beautiful and remote area, stroll along the rugged coastline, explore the ridges of the hills and mountains, watch seals bathing in the waters warmed by the Gulf stream, kayak or sail in the Inner Sound or take part in various local events.

Scottish Highlands Legends and Romance

The Scottish Highlands have an air of romance. This vast, untamed land is steeped in history, where mist clings to the mountains, lochs stretch out like liquid silver, and the echoes of ancient love stories linger in the air. It’s a place where passionate affairs shaped the fate of clans, where poets found inspiration for their most heartfelt verses, and where lovers today can lose themselves in landscapes that feel untouched by time.

Dunvegan Castle - Shutterstock

Top Experiences In Scotland Likely To Sell Out

2024 is going to be a busy year - Here is a list of the top experiences that will most likely sell out and you should book in advance. Don’t delay!

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From Social Media

Standing proudly by the River Pattack near Kinloch Laggan, the Gate House of Ardverikie Estate is a true Highland gem. With its turreted charm and storybook setting, it marks the entrance to one of Scotland’s most stunning estates.

Scottish Food You Will Love

Visit Durness and Smoo Cave

Coo Wee

Visit Durness and Smoo Cave

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