Shetland IslandsUpdated 04.14.2006 down to other choices - islands index . Back to travels index These over 100 islands and skerries, only 15 inhabited, out of the north east of Scotland, represent the northernmost part of British Islands. The climate is temperate oceanic and influenced by the gulf stream. Wildlife here is almost unspoiled, nevertheless the recent (1993) shipwreck of oil tanker Brae west of Sumburgh Head. It is a great place to see sea birds and mammals. Shetland wool and knitwear are worldwide famous. There are also a lot of historical and archeological sites to visit. How to arrive:
Accommodations There are a lot of fine and quite cheap Bed & Breakfast and Guest
Houses that are probably the best solution for a short stay, instead you can
tray self catering. For an exhaustive list take a look at: http://www.visitscotland.net
and http://www.shetland-tourism.co.uk/.
You can also obtain for free a selection of travel brochures
filling the Tourism
Office request form
Where to eat Just 3 interesting addresses:
Transports I strongly suggest you to hire a car, there are a lot of wonderful place to visit that are too isolated to be reached with public transports
The inter islands ferries are quite cheap, frequent and efficient Musts
Books and guides:
Useful links
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