Introducing Isle of Islay
The most southerly island of the Inner Hebrides, Islay (pronounced isle-a) is best known for its single malt whiskies, which have a distinctive smoky flavour. There are eight working distilleries, all of which welcome visitors and offer guided tours.
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Islay’s whisky industry contributes approximately £100 million a year to the government in excise duty and value-added tax (VAT); that’s about £30, 000 for every man, woman and child on the island. Little wonder that the islanders complain about the lack of government investment in the area.
With a list of over 250 recorded bird species, Islay also attracts bird-watchers. It’s an important wintering ground for thousands of white-fronted and barnacle geese. As well as the whisky and wildfowl, there are miles of sandy beaches, pleasant walking, and good food and drink.
Last updated: Oct 1, 2008
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Re: Itinerary: Ireland, Scotland & England 3 months
by secret_scotland 24 August 2011
So far as Scotland is concerned you are missing lots of great areas. You really haven't allowed enough time for Scotland and have only…
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RE: public transport for edinburgh-isle of islay-oban-kyle of lochalsh
by kathfire 23 August 2011
The easiest way to get to Kennacraig from Edinburgh is by bus with citylink (citylink.co.uk). You need to change buses in Glasgow, but…
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Re: public transport for edinburgh-isle of islay-oban-kyle of lochalsh
by craigmiller 23 August 2011
I think it might be easier for you to Make your Islay trip from Oban as Kennicraig is a bit akward to get too and fairly time consuming.…
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