The Scottish Highlands and Islands area is one of the most scenic in Nothern
Europe, and includes the mountainous areas of North and West Scotland, covering
Stirling, Perth and Kinross and Aberdeen, as well as the Islands of Orkney,
Shetland and the Inner and Outer Hebrides. The Highlands area is distinct from
the Scottish Lowlands, having preserved Gaelic speech and customs long after the
anglicisation of the Lowlands. The City of Inverness is often regarded as the
Capital of the Highlands.
Glasgow is the ideal base for a visit to the Highlands and Islands because of its central location, and good air, rail and bus links to other parts of the UK and abroad. Regular public transport services connect Glasgow to most towns in the Highlands - for example, a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverness takes approximately 3 hours.
The Sandyford Hotel offers information about travel from Glasgow to the Highlands and Islands. For more information about what's on in Scotland during your visit, get in touch by phone or email.
Spacious and cozy large beds. Breakfast was fantastic, better than I've had at 5 star hotels. Staff very helpful & friendly. There is also free use of computer and coffee/tea facilities at reception, as well as a library of information leaflets about area.
Kate