What Makes the Isle of Skye a Must-See Destination?

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In today’s email

• What Makes the Isle of Skye a Must-See Destination?

• Blood And Tartan: The Dark History Behind Skye's Famous Fairy Pools

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

• Around the Web: How to spend 48 hours in Aberdeen, Scotland’s third largest city, How New Distilleries Are Driving Innovation and Tourism in Scotland, Top Ten Places to Visit in The Forth Valley, Stirling, Falkirk, and Clackmannanshire and more…

• Experiences Likely To Sell Out

• From Social Media - What is the fairy folklore of the Isle of Skye…

• Scottish Food You Will Love - Scottish Smoked Salmon Pate - Traditional Scottish recipe

• Coo Wee - Skye | Scotland's Isle of Mist and Celtic Legends

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What Makes the Isle of Skye a Must-See Destination?

The amazing scenery and rugged landscapes come to mind when we think of what the Isle of Skye is known for. It also has a number of medieval castles and picturesque fishing villages.

Neist Point Lighthouse: A Beacon on the Rugged Cliffs of Isle of Skye - Shutterstock

Blood And Tartan: The Dark History Behind Skye's Famous Fairy Pools

Amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Isle of Skye, the Fairy Pools stand as an enchanting attraction, drawing in countless visitors each year. Yet, beneath the serene façade of these cascading waterfalls lies a history steeped in bloodshed and clan rivalries, a story often overlooked by the casual observer.

Originally known as Coire na Creiche in Gaelic, meaning "corrie of the spoils," the Fairy Pools have undergone a transformation in nomenclature over the years. Catherine MacPhee, of the Skye and Lochalsh Archive Centre, traces the shift to the 1930s when the pools were first referred to as the Fairy Pools in a tour guide…

Amazing sunset at the Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle, Isle of Skye, Scotland - Shutterstock

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Stirling is renowned for its impressive castle and significant role in Scottish history, including the famous Battle of Stirling Bridge. Falkirk boasts the remarkable Falkirk Wheel and the enchanting Kelpies, while Clackmannanshire provides a charming glimpse into Scotland’s past with its historic sites and scenic landscapes.

Falkirk Wheel is a rotating boat lift in Tamfourhill, Falkirk, in central Scotland - 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

What is the fairy folklore of the Isle of Skye?

Scottish Food You Will Love

Scottish Smoked Salmon Pate - Traditional Scottish recipe

Coo Wee

Skye | Scotland's Isle of Mist and Celtic Legends

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