Happy Wanderlust Wednesday!  As stated in this past post, I wanted to start talking about places I want to go to along with the places that I’ve been.  It seems that idea was a good one from the response I got from that post so here we go!  This time around I’m talking about Isle of Sky, Scotland.  Scotland has been on my list since I studied abroad in London in 2010, and missed the chance to do a weekend trip there (I went to Ireland instead).  This beautiful, lush, green land of legends and mythical creatures is calling my name.  The whole country is beautiful, and Isle of Skye seems like epitome of that beauty.  While I don’t have any immediate plans to travel there, I would jump at the chance to jet off to the Isle of Skye.

What I would want to see and do:

• The Fairy Pools and Fairy Fields – too magical to resist
• Dunvegan Castle – the oldest, still lived-in castle in Scotland
• The Old Man of Storr – a beautiful rocky outcropping that looks like something out of Game of Thrones
• The Waterfalls – oh, all the gorgeous waterfalls in all their mythical glory
• Hike the hills and spot some sheep
• Kayak in the beautiful, turquoise sea
• Walk the streets of Portree

  

What I would want to eat:

• The freshest seafood, sitting at a table overlooking the ocean
• Haggis – the Scottish delicacy, that I can’t promise that I’ll enjoy, but I will certainly try it anyways
• Shortbread and tea
• Fish and chips – a UK favorite
• The traditional full Scottish Breakfast

Where I would stay:

• The Broadford Hotel – for it’s stunning views and classy bedrooms.
•  The Ben Tianavaig Bed & Brekafast – for it’s charm and undeniable appeal.
• The Flodigarry Hotel – again, gorgeous views, and posh, old-timey decor to boot.

When I would go:

• In the late springtime, when the wildflowers are blooming and the weather is mild.  There will be less tourists and maybe a little more rain, but what’s a little rain in the land of rainbows?

How I would get there:

• Travelling from Chicago, I would need to fly out of O’Hare International Airport into Inverness, Scotland and take a bus or rent a car to get to the Isle of Skye.

Helpful Isle of Skye Blogs:

• A Dangerous Business – “The Isle of Skye: Still My Favorite part of Scotland“
• Adventurous Kate – “On a Skye High in Scotland”
• Hand Luggage Only – “The Complete Guide to Travelling Across the Highlands of Scotland“
• Sugar and Soul – “Scotland – Isle of Skye”

  

What do you think? Are you falling in love with The Isle of Skye like I am?  Or, if you have been there, what was your favorite part of The Isle of Skye?  Do you have any tips for what to do or where to stay?