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Orkney & Shetland Islands Footprint Focus Guide

When the rain stops falling and the mist clears there is no more beautiful place on Earth than Scotlands northernmost archipelagos the Orkney and Shetland Islands. Leave the Scottish mainland and set foot on a land of ancient relics deserted beaches and stunning wildlife. Norse settlers occupied these islands for centuries making for a unique cultural mix of Scandinavian and Scottish influences. Footprintfocus Orkney & Shetland Islands gives you the information you need to get the most out of your trip; covering beautiful coastlines mysterious ancient monuments evocative bays and glorious wilderness along with the best places to stay and eat and where to enjoy a wee dram of your favourite malt whiskey. * Includes Essentials section with indispensable information on getting around. *
Get off the beaten track and discover jaw-dropping scenery and experience real wilderness. * Accommodation listings aplenty plus where to eat and drink. * Detailed street maps will help you find your way around. * Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Packed with practical and detailed advice on how to navigate these ancient archipelagos this concise Footprintfocus guide helps you make the most out of your trip without weighing you down.The content of Footprintfocus Orkney & Shetland Islands guide has been extracted from Footprints Scotland Highlands & Islands Handbook.
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When the rain stops falling & the mist clears there is no more beautiful place on Earth than Scotlands northernmost archipelagos the Orkney & Shetland Islands. Leave the Scottish mainland & set foot on a land of ancient relics deserted beaches & stunning wildlife. Norse settlers occupied these islands for centuries making for a unique cultural mix of Scandinavian & Scottish influences. Footprintfocus Orkney & Shetland Islands gives you the information you need to get the most out of your trip; covering beautiful coastlines mysterious ancient monuments evocative bays & glorious wilderness along with the best places to stay & eat & where to enjoy a wee dram of your favourite malt whiskey. *

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Essentials section with indispensable information on getting around. * Get off the beaten track & discover jaw-dropping scenery & experience real wilderness. * Accommodation listings aplenty plus where to eat & drink. * Detailed street maps will help you find your way around. * Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Packed with practical & detailed advice on how to navigate these ancient archipelagos this concise Footprintfocus guide helps you make the most out of your trip without weighing you down. The content of Footprintfocus Orkney & Shetland Islands guide has been extracted from Footprints Scotland Highlands & Islands Handbook.

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