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Glasgow, United Kingdom
Start off your trip by flying into Glasgow and picking up a hire car. If you have got time pop in and take a tour of lovely Glasgow – otherwise hop in the car and start driving towards the stunning Glen Coe.
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Glencoe, United Kingdom
When you leave Glasgow head north on the A82 main road. This drive takes you through the stunning Glen Coe. It is frequently commented on in travel books for a good reason – it is absolutely beautiful.
But it is always about the light and the weather when it comes to photography – and you have to be quick in the Scottish Highlands
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Fort William, United Kingdom
Fort William is the outdoor capital of the United Kingdom. There is rock climbing, ice climbing in the winter, trekking, canoeing, kayaking – you name it and Fort William probably offers it.
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Balquhidder, United Kingdom
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Loch Fyne, United Kingdom
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Skye, United Kingdom
I absolutely love The Isle of Skye. It is such a magical, mystical place and incredibly beautiful in this uniquely rugged way. If fairies etc do exist I am quite sure they would be hanging out on the Isle of Skye.
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Ullapool, United Kingdom
Ullapool is a small seaside town where it feels like time might have stopped at some point in the 1950s. It is really one street of shops, bars, and a petrol station.
However, it is a good base for some outdoor activities in the area. Take a walk along Corrieshalloch Gorge and cross the Victorian suspension bridge or around Stac Pollaidh mountain.
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Durness, United Kingdom
I discovered the beach at Durness when I took a stroll from our B&B. It is literally called Durness Beach, which makes it easy. There is a very picturesque dilapidated church just before you hit the beach.
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Thurso, United Kingdom
Thurso is the most northwesterly town in the UK and sits on the ocean on a beautiful spot called Thurso Bay, which is lovely for a walk. Nearby attractions include the Castle and Gardens of Mey and Castle Sinclair Girnigoe.
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Inverness, United Kingdom
From Thurso, it is a lovely drive down the Eastern coast of Scotland to get to Inverness. Do try to give yourself quite a bit of time to drive this road as it is quite stunning.
If the weather is good, you will want to pull over several times. Once in Inverness, head to its Victorian Market where there are loads of cute independent shops, head up to the top of Inverness Castle and check out some fantastic views, take an Inverness walking tour or if you have a bit more time visit the famous Loch Ness.