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West Central Scotland

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West Central Scotland

Glasgow, which dominates this area, will provide you all of the buzz and excitement you would expect from one of Europe's liveliest destinations. Whilst the seaside, market, historic and modern towns, dotted throughout the Clyde Valley offer something for everybody.
The busy tourist centre of Oban is also the centre for network of ferry services linking the Islands with mainland Scotland.
You can take a trip
Islay also called Queen of the Hebrides. Most cars, and passenger traffic to and from goes by ferry using the route from Kennacraig. Islay is the fifth largest Scottish island and the sixth largest island surrounding Great Britain. It has just over three thousand inhabitants. It has a total area of almost 620 square kilometres (239 sq mi). Its main industries are malt whisky distilling, and tourism. With 8 working whisky distilleries on the island, it is famous for its malt whiskys  making the malt whisky industry one of the most important sources of income for the island. Famous names like Bruichladdich, Bowmore, Laphroaig, Lagavulin, Caol Ila, Bunnahabhain and Ardbeg are the famous brands well known all over the world. Other main industries are farming and fishing.

 

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Accommodation In This Area

Aberfoyle, Apartment Family Cottage, self catering on the top floor of a former Victorian hotel in the Trossachs.
Arrochar, The Old Coach House, self catering open plan living that includes a fitted kitchen as well as two lovely bedrooms.
Campbeltown, Ardshiel Hotel, in the heart of Kintyre good accommodation, cooking & service
Craobh Haven, The Deckhouse, self catering, 22 miles south of Oban with unspoilt sea views & stunning scenery.
Glasgow,The Kirkhouse Inn, Established in 1601 yet only 10 minutes from Glasgow City Centre
Glasgow, The Belhaven Hotel, one of the finest small hotels in Glasgow
Hotels in Scotland, 5 hotels across Scotland from Portland Hotels
Irvine, Riverview, self catering  ground floor apartment in traditional, terraced property overlooking the esplanade.
Killearn, Black Bull Hotel, small country hotel 14 miles from Glasgow 9 miles from Loch Lomond
Kilmartin, Bluebell Cottage, self catering on the shores of Loch Awe within the owners grounds.
Kilmartin, 3 Luibs, self catering semi detached cottage a short walk from the famous standing stones.
Kintyre Peninsula, Pennyseorach Farm Cottage, self catering overlooking sea. Shop & pub 2 miles.
Mauchline, Darnhay Cottage, self catering comfortable property is a detached barn conversion lovingly renovated.
Oban, Cologin Farm, family run self catering chalets, lodges and cottages
Oban, Lorne View, B&B town house with stunning views to the isles of Kerrera and Mull
Salen, Sunset Cottage, self catering perches on hillside with views over the Sound of Mull on the Isle of Mull.
Troon, Piersland House Hotel, 30 bedroom 1899 hotel next to Royal Troon Golf Course
Tiree Cottages, a relaxing holiday in a traditional cottage, on a beautiful Scottish island

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Services & Attractions In This Area

About Argyll, walking holidays and hiking vacations in Scotland
Best Scottish Tours, Specialising in Small Group Tours around Scotland
Catswhiskerstours, Scottish & English tours for groups with special interests
Drymen Red Bus Co, Private, escorted minibus hire, tours and travel throughout Scotland
McKinlay Kidd, Self-drive short breaks and holidays specially designed for you. 
Walk Wild Loch Lomond, guided walking and hiking holidays & day tours

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