Monthly Archives: July 2010

Today was a significant departure from the usual drive, hike and beachcomb: the Isle of Mull Highland Games. It’s been a sun-kissed day of tossing the caber, putting the shot, hurling the hammer and watching sweet young things do the … Continue reading →

We’re now in Tobermory on the Isle of Mull, the second largest island in the Inner Hebrides, and it’s beautiful here. Tobermory’s Main Street was a finalist in Google’s Most Picturesque UK Street Awards. Having spent the late afternoon moseying … Continue reading →

We leave Arran in the morning, taking the ferry from Lochranza to Claonaig. From there, we drive north to Oban and then take another ferry across to Craignure on the Isle of Mull. Finally, we’ll drive west across the island … Continue reading →

Arran is beautiful. The saying goes that you can experience all of Scotland in miniature here and they might not be exaggerating. The island, the largest in the Firth of Clyde, really does have a lot to offer. So far, … Continue reading →

Since we arrived in Scotland, the five day forecast has predicted rain on every single day except for one. In that, it’s woefully reminiscent of our ill-fated Italian jaunt back in May. Unlike that troubled itinerary, however, the forecast for … Continue reading →