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A visit north to Gairloch to the astonishing
subtropical Inverewe Garden is also
recommended.
Plockton is only 6 miles from the Isle of
Skye. "Over the Sea to Skye" is still the way to go, but via the
toll-free Skye Bridge.
There's lots of things to see and do on
Skye, such as Dunvegan
castle, the Clan Donald Centre and the otter
reserve.
Craft shops and cottage museums abound for
those so inclined. The towns of Kyleakin,Elgol, Broadford, Portree
and Uig are pretty, and roundtrips by car or bus make a full and
interesting day.
I've recently taken a new set of photos
during day trips with my grandson Sam.
Skye is very accessible by road. Look for
the dramatic differences between the Red Cuillins and the Black
Cuillans, and the stark beauty of The Quirang. (Sam's photos opposite,
show the Black Cuillins the Quirang, and The Kilt Rock.)
Walking on Skye is also famous and the
mountains are breath-taking. Be aware though, that the weather can
change dramatically and quickly, so prepare well and let someone know
where you are walking.
One of the highlights of any Scottish trip
must surely be a visit to a whisky distillery! The Talisker distillery
is the only one on Skye. Talisker is located near the tiny village of
Carbost on the western edge of Skye, about 1 1/2 hours gentle and
delightful drive from Plockton.
The whisky is peaty and seaweedy and truly
splendid, the distillery tour is interesting and not as 'commercial' as
some others. Don't miss it!
(photographs
by David Duke, used with permission)
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