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The Skye's the limit with holidays on Skye |
Written by Andy Adams
Tuesday, 04 November 2008
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Scotland is the perfect location for a weekend break or a holiday in the UK with the added bonus of not having to break the bank when it comes to booking your holidays. With the lure of major cities like Glasgow and Edinburgh having the nightlife and historic architecture there’s plenty of drawing factors with Scotland’s cities but many people prefer the more peaceful and charming appeal of the Scottish countryside.
As well as the mainland countryside there are many picturesque islands in the Hebrides such as Skye. Skye is the largest island just off the cost of mainland Scotland and is so close to the mainland that it is now in fact connected by a road bridge.
Skye’s main businesses are tourism, farming and whiskey distilling and it is one of the more popular tourist hot spots in Scotland. The main town Portree is the largest settlement and obviously the villages of Skye are popular; so is the nature surrounding these places.
Skye is home to a diverse range of wildlife from Red-throated deer to the Majestic Golden Eagle, nature lovers and bird watchers have a wealth of wildlife to witness on the island of Skye. If nature isn’t your thing then there’s always the Island of Skye Music Festival where acts such as Fun Lovin’ Criminals and Mylo, who was born on Skye, have performed.
Staying in Scotland and Skye in particular there are plenty of options with tourism being a primary industry on the island. There are plenty of hotels and Bed and Breakfasts on the island run by friendly locals located in picturesque villages with breath taking views of the lochs and hills surrounding the land.
For those who want a bit more personal space there are many self-catering cottages and country homes to rent. Being able to fend for yourself and not be hassled by the maid calling round is a big bonus for many people who have come for holidays without having to deal with the stresses of working life.
The island of Skye is the perfect country getaway and can prove to be a great holiday where you don’t have to worry about cancelled flights or expensive holiday destinations. Being able to drive to the island using the Skye Bridge is not only the best way to access the island but gives you a glimpse of the amazing views you’re about to encounter, so consider travelling north for your next holiday and try Skye. Article Source: http://www.ArticleBlast.com |
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