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Islands of the UK
Cruex Harbour, Sark (Visit Guernsey)
Isle of Wight (Visit Isle of Wight)
In all, there are over 6000 islands dotted all around the UK. Though the majority are uninhabited, many are easily accessible for travellers to visit either as foot passengers or via a motor coach, making them a unique and fascinating addition to a tour itinerary. Visits in almost all instances can consist of any duration, from a day trip, to staying for a few nights, to fully appreciate the local flavour each has to offer.
 
Whilst many of these islands are located off the Scottish mainland and are already very familiar to travellers, there are others that are perhaps less well-known which are also worth considering in other regions of the country. All offer wonderful coastlines to explore via their various pathways and roads. To follow are just a few ideas to keep in mind.
The Isle of Wight
Located just off the south coast of England, and accessible by regular ferry from Portsmouth, Southampton and Lymington, in under 45 minutes you can be exploring this diamond shaped island and all there is to see. 
 
Places of interest here include the historic Carisbrooke Castle, the multi-coloured sand cliffs of Alum Bay with its wonderful iconic view of The Needles, the unique Garlic Farm, the Isle of Wight Steam Railway and magnificent Osborne House – summer retreat for Queen Victoria and family. 
Appleby Tower (Daily Express)
The Needles Lighthouse (Visit Britain)
Osborne House (victorianweb.org)
The Channel Islands
The two largest and familiar islands are Jersey and Guernsey, however Sark, Herm and Alderney also make up this stunning archipelago.  Located just off the coast of northen France, they can be accessed by both sea and air from the UK and, through excellent links into France itself, can be included as part of an extended European tour.
 
The visits to consider here reflect the rich history and beautiful environment of these islands from lavender farms to Victor Hugo’s house, WWII war tunnels to bustling towns, and vineyards to spectacular gardens - amongst many other highlights. 
St Brelades Bay (Visit Jersey)
St Peter Port (Visit Guernsey)
The Isles of Scilly
This small cluster of islands lies just off the Cornish coastline, to the very south west of the UK. With an enviable climate warmed by the Gulf Stream, these beautiful islands are world-renowned for their wonderful flora and fauna with visits such as Tresco Abbey Garden a must for any visitor. The islands are also rich in archaeological sites with over 239 recorded monuments – the highest density found anywhere in the UK.
 
Most visitors travel here via the regular ferry which also makes this a possible day trip for those travelling around Cornwall on tour.
 
Tresco (Tom Horton)
Green Bay, Bryher (Visit Isles of Scilly)
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FLORIADE 
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OBERAMMERGAU PASSION PLAY 
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Artist Impression of Floriade 2022
Oberammergau Passion Play 2010 (Brigitte Mayer)
Floriade is the Netherlands' once in a decade horticultural event. Staged in Almere, close to Amsterdam and themed around 'The Green City of the Future', this huge expo site is already under construction. Visitors can expect a festival to stimulate all the senses.
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