An enticing selection of offers

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1 Loch Slapin and the mountain of Balven, Isle of Skye Highland Heritage Island Paradises An enticing selection of offers Enticing Offers

2 Contents Some great deals in the Highlands & Islands At the 2013 Royal Highland Show, the Highlands & Islands Heritage - Land of Opportunity will come alive in the Countryside Area with a stunning giant mountain created especially and designed to give showgoers the chance to try their hand at some of the incredible outdoor adventures available in the region including climbing and abseiling. North Highlands 01 Inverness, Nairn & Loch Ness 02 Cairngorms National Park 03 Fort William & Lochaber 04 Skye & Lochalsh 05 The Outer Hebrides 06 Orkney 07 If your visit to the show has inspired you to take a break in the Highlands & Islands, then why not take a look at some of the great offers available to make a visit even better value. To take advantage of any of these offers, contact the provider direct to make a booking quoting Royal Highland Show All offers in this guide are valid from 1st June 2013 until 31st December 2013 unless otherwise stated, subject to availability and offered under each operator s own terms and conditions. The Highlands & Islands Presidency Initiative and VisitScotland take no responsibility for the offers listed. All offers are not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Walking on Old Drovers Road, Glen Coe

3 North Highlands Uncover the truly fascinating history of the North Highlands by visiting historic castles, museums and visitor centres. It s also the Year of Natural Scotland, so now is the perfect time to experience the epic terrain of the mountains, lochs, waterfalls and beaches of this region. Look out for whales and dolphins on a wildlife tour or get active and enjoy mountain biking, walking, kayaking, fishing, golfing and more. Climb a mountain, visit a castle or dine out in award-winning eateries; there s plenty of things to see and so in this wonderful part of Scotland. Brackenside Self Catering Chalet 20% off for the month of November. Full weeks booking only Valid from until Achrimsdale, Brora, Sutherland KW9 6LT Telephone info@brackensideselfcatering.co.uk Culgower House B&B oooo Bed and Breakfast Autumn break - 10% discount on bookings of 3 nights or more in September and October Valid from until Loth, Helmsdale, Sutherland KW8 6HP Telephone mail@culgowerhouse.com Forss House Hotel oooo Country House Hotel 2 weekend nights for the price of 1. Available weekends only Valid from until Forss, by Thurso, Caithness KW14 7XY Glencanisp Lodge Exclusive use of Lodge for 3 nights self catering break (15% discount) Valid from until Lochinver, Sutherland IV27 4LW Telephone info@glencanisp-lodge.co.uk Pentland Lodge House oooo Guest House Stay 3 nights and get a 10% discount Valid from until Granville Street, Thurso KW14 7JN Telephone info@pentlandlodgehouse.co.uk The Torridon oooo Gold - Country House Hotel Adventure activities are free on daily complimentary programme. Accommodation must be booked at the hotel to qualify Valid from until Torridon, by Achnasheen, Wester Ross IV22 2EY Assynt Fly Fishing Free guided fi shing days (one per person/ party) for 2013 season Valid from until Sonas Beag, Torbreck, Lochinver, Sutherland IV27 4JB Telephone assyntflyfishing@gmail.com Caithness Stone Industries 10% off your purchase at weekends only Valid from until The Shore, Wick Telephone info@caithness-stone.com Mountain & Sea Guides 15% off any of our guided Sea Kayaking or Mountaineering experiences detailed on our website including overseas expeditions Valid from until Craite Barn, Applecross, Wester Ross IV54 8LN Wild North (supported by VisitScotland) Wild North is a collection of authentic natural experiences, events and activities all with environmentally responsible principles. These include wildlife, plant life, marine life, outdoor activities, natural attractions, walking, heritage, culture, landscapes, geology, archaeology, food, events and festivals. Wild Flower Europe The Wildflower Europe Project has been created to celebrate the art, culture and history of wild plants in the places where they grow, among the communities who maintain them. You can contribute to the Patchwork Meadow, an amazing piece of public participation art which will be exhibited around Britain in 2013 and 2014 or enjoy some of the events that make up the Wild Flower Festival. To find out more about these initiatives and to take part in competitions and special offers, go to Big Sands Beach, Gairloch Telephone Telephone Telephone sabine@forsshousehotel.co.uk dan@thetorridon.com mountainandseaguides@hotmail.com All offers are not to be used in conjunction with any other offer and are subject to availability

4 Inverness,Nairn & Loch Ness Inverness, known as the city in the highlands, is blessed with an abundance of historic gems and culinary delights, while the coastal town of Nairn boasts golden sandy beaches and championship golf courses. Loch Ness needs little introduction. Take in captivating scenery on the cruises along this mysterious stretch of water said to be inhabited by the legendary Loch Ness Monster or gaze out onto it from the ruins of the iconic Urquhart Castle. Cawdor House oooo Guest House 20% off for any three night stay between October 2013 and December 2013 Valid from until Cawdor Street, Nairn IV12 4QD Telephone cawdorhousenairn@xln.co.uk Easter Dalziel Farm Cottages ooo Self Catering 10% off listed price for weekly bookings, short breaks also available at great prices Highland Club Scotland 10% discount on online bookings for any date quoting Highland Show 10 Valid from until Flat 3, The Raven Wing, The Highland Club, Fort Augustus PH32 4BJ Telephone info@highlandclubscotland.co.uk Tomich Holidays ooo Free 3 night short break for up to four people in the 4-star Courtyard Cottage Wild Rose Escapes 15% off our Prehistoric Cookery courses - learn to cook the way our ancestors would! Applies to weekend and day courses Valid from until Higher Crochail, Cannich, Beauly, Inverness-shire IV4 7NE Telephone info@wildrose-escapes.co.uk Valid from until Easter Dalziel Farm, Dalcross, Inverness Telephone info@easterdalzielfarm.co.uk Glenurquhart House oooo Restaurant With Rooms 10% discount for 2 nights, 20% discount for 3 nights or more on B&B rack rate. Excludes 20th July - 26th August 2013 Valid from until Guisachan Farm, Tomich Inverness-shire IV4 7LY Telephone admin@tomich-holidays.co.uk European Waterways 250 off per cabin aboard Hotel Barge Scottish Highlander. Please quote Royal Highland Show 2013 Did you know? The earliest recorded sighting of the fabled Loch Ness Monster was in the sixth century by St Columba, an Irish monk who first brought Christianity to Scotland. Cairngorm mountains from near Aviemore Valid from until Valid from until Glenurquhart, Balnain, near Drumnadrochit, The Barn, Riding Court Road, Datchet, Inverness-shire IV63 6TJ Berkshire SL3 9JT Telephone Telephone info@glenurquhart-house-hotel.co.uk sales@gobarging.com All offers are not to be used in conjunction with any other offer and are subject to availability

5 Cairngorms National Park Ardconnel House Bed and Breakfast (Awaiting Grading) 4 nights B&B for the price of 3 Craiglea B&B ooo Guest House 3 nights special 90 per person Braemar Castle 25% off entry to Braemar Castle. Visit website for opening times The UK s largest National Park, celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2013, tying in perfectly with the Year of Natural Scotland. This outstanding park is home to vibrant communities, striking natural and manmade landscapes, and offers the perfect family getaway. Explore ancient forests and tumbling rivers on waymarked walking routes, spot curious local wildlife and enjoy memorable days out at family attractions in the area. Immerse yourself in the finest Scottish scenery, enjoy an exciting array of exhilarating outdoor adventures or simply relax with some delicious local food and drink. Braemar Castle, Braemar Valid from until Woodlands Terrace, Grantown-on-Spey Telephone info@ardconnelhouse.co.uk Blair Castle Woodland Lodges and Historic Lodges ooo Receive 10% off breaks in our Historic Lodges and Woodland Lodges quoting ref: RHS13 Valid from until Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Pitlochry PH18 5TL Telephone kateh@blair-castle.co.uk Did you know? Valid from until Hillside Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire AB35 5YU Telephone bookings@craigleabraemar.com Hilton Coylumbridge ooo Hotel Join us for a Toddler Break at Hilton Coylumbridge. It s the perfect family break. Visit website for special dates throughout 2013 Valid from until Aviemore, Inverness-shire PH22 1QN Telephone reservations.coylumbridge@hilton.com The Star Hotel Two night break from 79 DB&B per person Valid from until Braemar, Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire AB35 5XR Telephone info@braemarcastle.co.uk Craggan Outdoors Book one activity & enjoy another at halfprice. Half-price applies to the lower priced activity Valid from until Craggan Golf Course, Grantown-on-Spey, Morayshire PH26 3NT Telephone info@cragganoutdoors.co.uk Landmark Forest Adventure Park oooo Visitor Attraction 10% off day admission rate. Quote Royal Highland Show 2013 Day ticket only, max 6 people, not valid on concessions Tomintoul is the highest Valid from until Valid from until village in the Highlands at 32 High Street, Kingussie Carrbridge 1,164 ft above sea level. Telephone Telephone starhotel@kingussiehotel.co.uk info@landmarkpark.co.uk All offers are not to be used in conjunction with any other offer and are subject to availability

6 Fort William & Lochaber Caledonian Discovery Ltd Save 100 per person on our new week long Country Walking Cruise. Valid for trip week commencing 24/8 and 31/8 Valid from until The Slipway, Corpach, Fort William PH33 7NB Telephone Savour the great outdoors in Fort William & Lochaber with its magnificent scenery, rich culture and fascinating history. Marvel at the natural landscapes like the Three Sisters of Glen Coe. Encounter some remarkable local wildlife, discover tales in the historic castles and fascinating museums and hear of battles and clans. Participate in a wide range of exciting outdoor activities in and around the Outdoor Capital of the UK, Fort William & Lochaber. From fishing on gentle lochs and quiet country walks to skiing down stunning slopes and tackling white water rapids. Glenfinnan Monument at the head of Loch Shiel Did you know? That the rail journey between Fort William and Mallaig is regarded as one of the finest in the world. All offers are not to be used in conjunction with any other offer and are subject to availability

7 Skye & Lochalsh Aros Centre ooo Visitor Attraction 20% off award winning RSPB sea eagle exhibition SEALL 2 off any adult ticket Selected performances are excluded Valid from until Viewfi eld Road, Portree, Isle of Skye Telephone aros@aros.co.uk Duisdale House Hotel oooo Country House Hotel 10% off accommodation excluding Saturday nights Valid from until Ostaig House, Sleat, Isle of Skye Telephone info@seall.co.uk Soluis Mu Thuath Guest House ooo Guest House Dark Skye star-gazing weekends - 10 per room per night discount on 3 or more nights booked, 2 people sharing a twin or double room Explore this region s dramatic landscape with miles of beautiful coastline and you ll be enchanted by fascinating tales of its turbulent history in ancient castles, defensive duns and tiny crofthouses. Sample the best local produce from land and sea in award-winning restaurants and make the most of the great outdoors on a gentle walk or with exciting adventure activities from climbing to sea kayaking. Look out for diverse wildlife in the sky, on the moors and in the sea, soak up the rich Gaelic music and culture and embrace the warm Scottish welcome of Skye & Lochalsh. Bluebells at Elgol with view to the Cuillin Hills. Valid from until Sleat, Isle of Skye Telephone info@duisdale.com Greshornish House oooo Guest House 25% off Dinner Bed and Breakfast rate for stays of 3 or more nights Valid from until Braeintra, by Plockton, Lochalsh IV53 8UP Telephone soluismuthuath@btopenworld.com Sgurr Mor Lodge & Cottages 15% discount off tariff. Complimentary Scottish Food & Wine Basket. Valid from until Valid from until Edinbane, Isle of Skye IV51 9PN Balmacara, Kyle of Lochalsh, Ross-shire IV40 8DH Telephone Telephone info@greshornishhouse.com shutton3@sky.com All offers are not to be used in conjunction with any other offer and are subject to availability

8 The Outer Hebrides Beachview Cottages oooo o 100 off a week s luxury stay Nov/Dec. Come star gazing on Harris. Offer applies for a 7 night stay only Cairns Callanish Holiday Home Short break offer - 3 nights for the price of per night for up to 6 people Ocean View 25% off regular rates Whitefall Spa Lodges 20% off October autumn breaks. Bookings must be made by by quoting Royal Highland Show. Min 7 night stay Harris Outdoor Adventure Win a kayaking trip for two adults in 2014, harrisoutdoor@hotmail.com Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Northton, Isle of Harris HS3 3JA 32 Callanish, Isle of Lewis HS1 2NP 14 Brue, Isle of Lewis HS2 0QW Breasclete, Isle of Lewis Unit 1, Ferry Road, Leverburgh HS3 3UB Telephone beachviewcottages@hotmail.com Borvemor Cottages Low occupancy (2) discount of 10% off any of our four larger cottages. Weekly breaks only Telephone maryann61@hotmail.co.uk Lochan View Cottage 25% off any week booking before the end of 2013 Telephone *international call oceanview@istar.ca Tangasdale Beach Cottages 15% off a minimum 3 night stay, plus free book A Stroll Around Barra with my Camera by Peter Worthington Telephone stay@whitefalls.co.uk Barra Landscapes Pay for one print and get 30% off further prints in one order Telephone harrisoutdoor@hotmail.com Hebridean Soap Company Ltd 20% off bars of soap bought from our retail premises Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until The Outer Hebrides is an idyllic island chain lying off the north west coast of Scotland. A land stepped in ancient history, you will find mysterious standing stones and relics with every island offering miles of pristine beaches that boast white sands and turquoise waters. The stunning scenery inspires all manner of creative people and you will come across many art galleries and craft studios. Visit nature reserves bursting with bird life, smell the peat fire in a traditional blackhouse and savour locally caught smoked salmon and shellfish. Tangasdale beach, Isle of Barra. 9 Scarista, Isle of Harris HS3 3HX Telephone info@borvemorcottages.co.uk Broad Bay House ooooo Gold - Guest House Free bottle of champagne with any two night stay. Quote Free Fizz at time of booking Valid from until Back, near Stornoway, Isle of Lewis HS2 0LQ Breaclete, Great Bernera, Isle of Lewis HS2 9LT Telephone enquiries@lochanviewcottage.co.uk Lochboisdale Hotel oo Small Hotel 25% off 3 nights or more B&B accommodation. Quote offer when booking Valid from until Lochboisdale, South Uist HS8 5TH Tangasdale, Isle of Barra HS9 5XW Telephone iobdiane@aol.com Tranquil Sands Holiday Home Half price stay! Any week in November (Sat- Sat) for 175, normally 350. Quote Royal Highland Show when booking Valid from until a Paiblesgarry, Bayhead, North Uist HS6 5EF Telephone Telephone Telephone stay@broadbayhouse.co.uk Karen@lochboisdale.com enquiries@tranquilsandsholidayhome.co.uk All offers are not to be used in conjunction with any other offer and are subject to availability An lodhlann, 52 Kentangaval, Castlebay, Isle of Barra HS9 5XL Telephone duncanmackinnon@live.co.uk Ceólas Uibhist Ltd 10% discount when booking 2 or more people at Summer School. Applies to 2013 Ceolas summer school and EOST conference events Valid from until Gleus House, Daliburgh, Isle of South Uist Telephone info@ceolas.co.uk 25 Breasclete, Isle of Lewis HS2 9EF Telephone hebrideansoapco@aol.com Kilda Cruises Two people to St Kilda for the price of one Valid from until Heatherlea, West Tarbert, Isle of Harris Telephone siobhan@kildacruises.co.uk

9 Orkney Visitors will immediately feel at home in Orkney with plenty of space to relax and places to discover. You can walk through 5,000 years of history in a few steps from standing stones to brochs and Viking settlements. Pass an evening in the company of local, talented fiddle players, listening to stories of days gone-by. Sit on an empty beach watching the gulls gliding by, the seals basking in the sun, and the waves breaking the stunning shoreline. Ayres Rock Hostel & Campsite oooo Hostel 3 nights for the price of 2 Valid from until Ayre, Sanday, Orkney KW17 2AY Telephone allanpaul67@googl .com Buxa Farm Chalets 3 night break for 200. Any additional nights at 50 per night Island Self Catering 3 for 2 offer (3 nights for the price of 2) Valid from until Iona Cottage, Shapinsay, Orkney KW17 2EA Telephone enquiries@islandselfcatering.co.uk Kringla Apartments 10% off bookings made prior to 31st December Quote: RHS13. Minimum stay 3 nights Orkney Escapes 20% off short breaks: Weekend Friday - Monday/Tuesday. Midweek Monday/Tuesday - Friday. Quote RHS 2013 Valid from until Fishermans Cottage, 20 Alfred Street, Stromness KW16 3DF Telephone enquiries@orkneyescapes.co.uk Orkney Villas o Luxury 4-star holiday apartments 99 per night, fully inclusive. Stay 4 nights for the price of 3 or stay 7 nights for the price of 5 Ortak Jewellery Ltd oooo Visitor Attraction Ortak online and instore Summer SALE starts 25th June 2013, while stocks last Valid from until Hatston, Kirkwall, Orkne, KW15 1RH Telephone hazel@ortak.co.uk Scapa Scuba 10% off the very popular try dive run on the wrecks at the Churchill Barriers The Shed 20% discount on booking The Shed, ideal base for exploring Orkney Valid from until Graham Place, Stromness, Orkney Telephone kathleenireland@btinternet.com The Shore ooo Inn Stay 2 nights and get the 3rd night free Fri, Sat, Sun only and 2 sharing a double or twin room. Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Westrow Lodge, Orphir, Orkney KW17 2RD Telephone k2bichan@aol.com HammerSmith B&B ooo Bed and Breakfast 10% reduction for 2 or more nights Dounby, Orkney KW17 2HN Telephone enquiries@kringla.co.uk Ocean View Self Catering Cottage Free Orkney Welcome Hamper. For bookings of a full week or more Craigiefi eld House, Craigiefi eld Road, Kirkwall, Orkney Telephone bookings@orkneyvillas.com Orkneycrofts.com oooo o 25% off all Autumn and Winter Bookings at 5 Star Orkney Self-Catering Lifeboat House, Stromness, Orkney KW16 3DA Telephone diving@scapascuba.co.uk The Merkister Hotel ooo Country House Hotel Bed & Breakfast from 25pppn. Single Occupancy incurs 20.00pn supplement Shore Street, Kirkwall, Orkney KW15 1LG Telephone eatandstay@theshore.co.uk Woodwick Mill 25% off Self-catering in a luxury converted water mill for up to 3 people staying up to 1 week. Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Valid from until Harray, Orkney KW17 2JR Ocean View, Birsay, Orkney Hall of Heddle, Firth, Orkney KW17 2JX Harray Loch, Harray, Orkney KW17 2LF Evie, Orkney KW17 2PQ Skara Brae, Mainland, Orkney Telephone Telephone Telephone hammerbb@btinternet.com info@cottage-in-orkney.co.uk info@orkneycrofts.com All offers are not to be used in conjunction with any other offer and are subject to availability Telephone merkisterhotel@googl .com Telephone info@woodwickmill.co.uk