The Isle of Tiree, Scotland bathed in sunshine
Sunny Facts about Tiree:
Tiree officially is the sunniest Scottish island
In May, Tiree is sunnier than many holiday resorts in the South of England including Newquay (Cornwall) and Bognor Regis
Tiree's average annual sunshine hours are higher than the average for Scotland and UK as a whole.
(Ref: www.metoffice.gov.uk)
Where to post your ‘Wish you were here’ postcard on Tiree
Slow adventures is a new movement, an idea that adventures or discovery away from home doesn’t have to be fast and convenient to be the most joyful and memorable. It’s in recognition that sometimes the best experiences are the unexpected, off the beaten track and when we least expect or plan for it. It’s about taking the time to observe what’s right under our nose to have more meaningful experiences. An immersive, connection to nature, traditions, cultures and communities to make our travel experiences all the richer.
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A rise in staycations during summer 2020 has meant many holiday’s have taken place at UK beaches instead of foreign ones. The UK has some of the most stunning coastline so why wouldn’t this be a great option for the long term even after Covid?
Add in record sunshine hours for the UK, the gulf stream, crystal clear turquoise shallows, white sand and head North. To an island off the West coast of Scotland, the Hawaii of the North, the Isle of Tiree… but be prepared to share your swim with the second largest shark in the world.
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Put the kids in their familiar spot in the family car, buckle up and hope for the best as you embark on a long distance road trip. Perhaps throw in winding rural roads, rubbish service stations, the general danger of road travel (how do you keep the seat belts on a raging 4 year old who keeps taking it off in the fast lane of the M6) plus mum and dad ‘negotiating’ the best travel routes and road works (with no evidence of any work actually being done) and you are in for a memorable time.
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