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Win a holiday worth �3,000! 
The Guardian & Observer Travel Awards would like to hear from you as they compile their annual travel awards. And they have a range of prizes, with holidays worth up to �3,000, which will be given away in a prize draw.

All you need to do to enter is to complete their online survey. We would be delighted if you could rate Wilderness Scotland in the Tour Operator or Short Break company categories! To take the online survey and stand a chance of winning, please click here.Voting closes this weekend so you will need to complete the survey now to stand a chance of winning these holidays!
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Late Availability on selected Guided Trips in May

While self guided trips are a great way to travel, sometimes it is nice to be part of a group, meeting people with similar interests and learning about Scotland's wild places from a knowledgeable guide.



If you are looking for a holiday in May and would like to join a guided group, we thought you might like to hear about a few of our holidays with late availability. Click on the links below:
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Celebrating Something Special?
If you are celebrating a special occasion this year, why not treat yourself with one of our Highland Luxury self guided breaks which are based at some of Scotland's top small hotels. 
 


These breaks are designed for couples but if you are planning a larger celebration with family or friends, we can arrange a bespoke itinerary, perhaps based in a Highland Castle or Lodge.
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Self-Guided walking holidays offer complete flexibility and are a great way to explore the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. Our  extensive range of itineraries allows you the freedom to choose the style of your trip and also your trip dates. And once you are on holiday, it is you who decides what to do each day, what pace you want to walk at and when to stop for breaks!
 
In this newsletter, you can read about some of our favourite itineraries and join in the debate about which of the long distance trails is the best!

You can read about our full range of self guided walking holidays by clicking here. We hope that you can come to Scotland and experience some of these walks this summer.
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Hiking Scotland's Long Distance Trails

The West Highland Way, the Great Glen Way and the Speyside Way are three of the best long distance trails in the world.  All are point to point walks where, each day, you hike from one accommodation to the next, encountering the ever-changing, beautiful and beguiling scenery which Scotland is so famous for.  These routes, which measure between 65-100 miles, are guaranteed to leave you with a real sense of satisfaction and achievement once you complete the trail.
 
We are often asked 'which is the best trail?' by our clients. The truth is that each trail has its highlights so the best trail is very much a subjective opinion! The West Highland Way is the most challenging route, followed by the Great Glen Way, with the Speyside Way being the most gentle of the three. For some people this is a factor while for others it is the scenery that matters. Many hikers on the Speyside Way also quote the whisky distilleries as being a highlight - and with the Speyside Whisky Festival running next month, May is a great month to hike that route.

We would like to hear your tales of hiking these trails and your opinion as to which trail is the best! You can join the debate on our Facebook page (click on the 'boxes' tab to access the debates) or you can email Polly with your stories and photos. We'll publish the results in a blog soon!
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Highland Escapes and Car Free Trips

If you don't want to hike a point to point trail, you can still enjoy a self-guided walking holiday, based from one or two hotels or guest houses. This type of itinerary offers the ultimate in flexibility as you choose how much (or how little!) to do each day. We arrange accommodation for you in some of our favourite small hotels and guest houses and provide you with an information pack which includes walking route notes and maps - and off you go!

Our selection of Highland Escapes are perfect for couples or friends looking for a relaxing short break. They are based in some of our favourite regions of the Highlands and Islands and allow to enjoy gentle walks and great accommodation. Many clients enjoy touring Scotland in this manner, building their own itinerary by combining two or three of our itineraries. There are 7 different itineraries to choose from - and they include beautiful regions such as the Southern Highlands, the Outer Hebrides & Cape Wrath.

TrainOur Car Free Walking Holidays are designed to explore an area using trains and local ferries (with the occasional taxi if required). These trips are perfect for people who don't want to drive while in Scotland. Leaving the car behind is a liberating experience in itself so these itineraries are good for the spirit and for the environment!  Our  car free trips include Arisaig and the Small Isles and Strathspey and the Cairngorms - two wonderfully scenic areas which offer superb walking.
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We hope you have enjoyed reading this newsletter. If you would like to find out more about any of our holidays in Scotland, please contact Stevie or Tim by phone or by email

We recently posted copies of our 2009 mini brochure. If you did not receive one and would like a copy, please email Polly with your address and we will mail one to you. 

Best wishes,

The Team at Wilderness Scotland
Tel. 0131 625 6635
Email:[email protected]

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