Inhalt: This Scottish Highlands & Islands guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Scottish Highlands & Islands travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC's strict environmental and social standards. This Scottish Highlands & Islands guidebook covers: Argyll, the central Highlands, the Great Glen, the north and northwest Highlands, Skye and the small Isles, the Western Isles, Orkney, Shetland. Inside this Scottish Highlands & Islands travel book, you'll find: A wide range of sights—Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks; Itinerary examples—created for different time frames or types of trip; Practical information—how to get to Scottish Highlands & Islands, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more; Author picks and things not to miss in Scottish Highlands & Islands— Glen Coe, Tobermory, Eigg, Assynt, West Highland Railway, Callanish (Lewis), the Cairngorm Mountains, Caledonian Forest, Foula, St Kilda, Beaver Trail (Knapdale), Kinloch Castle; Insider recommendations—tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots; When to go to Scottish Highlands & Islands—high season, low season, climate information and festivals ; Where to go—a clear introduction to Scottish Highlands & Islands with key places and a handy overview; Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences—regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs; Places to eat, drink and stay—hand-picked resta