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Welcome to Shetland
Area Guides
Shetland is a cluster of over one hundred islands, each with its own heritage and history. Whichever island you visit, there's a wealth of archaeological and historical sites to uncover and an amazing variety of wildlife to identify. Each of the islands has an individual and special character. Exploration and getting around is easy, whether by foot, car or cycle.
We have it all - Great Outdoors
There are countless opportunities for adventure on our doorstep. Whether walking, windsurfing, fishing, cycling, beachcombing, bird-watching, scuba-diving, sailing, whale-watching, surfing or kayaking, Shetland has something to suit every visitor.
For those who love walking, our cross country treks will take you by loch and sea, over moor and sand. Golfers will find three challenging courses and a driving range. Anglers love Shetland too. There are over 365 lochs holding brown trout and the sea fishing is superb. The charming coastal scenery forms a relaxing backdrop for cruising waters.
If it is an adventure you are after Shetland is the right place for you. It allows yachts unrestricted access to all the islands - so pick one or two and explore!
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2009 Wildlife Holidays In Shetland
Shetland offers the best wildlife-watching in Scotland - FACT.
Over a million breeding seabirds, the highest density of Otters in Europe, regular sightings of Killer Whales and superb displays of rare sub-arctic flora. Our award-winning holidays offer everything from fully guided wildlife weeks and long weekends, dedicated birdwatching holidays plus photographic, walking and insight holidays.
Visit our extensive website www.shetlandwildlife.co.uk or call Shetland Wildlife on 01950 422483 for a choice of over 30 holidays!
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Focus on Wildlife - Winter
As we approach the darkest days of the year, it doesn’t mean they are the dimmest for viewing wildlife! One furry critter in particular becomes far less secretive and a lot easier to see...
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The Travel Editor.com: Travel Diaries
The Travel Editor.com presents its all new Travel Diaries. Travel Diaries follows intrepid explorers Jennifer, Katherine and Kirsten as they go to the ends of the earth to feed their passion for history and travel.
Read about their voyage to Shetland onboard a luxury cruise liner.
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2008 Photo Competition
VisitShetland's fourth annual photographic competition is now closed.
We will announce the winners shortly.
News
Fiddle Frenzy Nominated Best Event of the Year
Fiddle Frenzy 2008 has been nominated for Best Event of the Year in the Scottish Traditional Music Awards, and needs your vote to be successful!
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Fiddlers' Bid Return to Japan
Shetland ambassadors, Fiddlers Bid return to Japan this month for their second tour and to record with top Japanese artists!