Uig Bay has been categorised as one of only 40 National Scenic Areas in Scotland and it is easy to understand on arrival when you witness it in all its splendour. The white sands just beg to be explored and are sure to be where the majority of time is spent.

Wildlife lovers will be in their element here as these islands are home to a high density of golden eagles and there are deer and otters that often visit the beach.

Uig’s community shop also sells petrol and a bit further on is a museum/café that is a good stop off point after days spent out and about. The island is 36 miles in length in total and only around 12 miles wide but there is still plenty to see and do as it merges into Harris further south.

Stornoway is the biggest town on the island where shops and supermarkets can be found as well as an 18 hole golf course and the impressive 19th century Lews Castle where the famous Lewis Chessmen are displayed. The airport in Stornoway provides a handy alternative to the ferry crossing from the mainland.

Whilst in Stornoway take one of the range of wildlife boat trips that run out from the harbour with the chance to spot puffins, sea eagles, dolphins and even whales in the rich surrounding feeding grounds.

Passing through Harris make sure to visit the home of the famous Harris Tweed at An Tairbeart and the Seal-Iam! Visitor Centre in Northton which offers a fascinating insight into Hebridean history and has a genealogical research centre where family history can be traced.