Nestled in the rugged Northwest Highlands, Assynt offers some of the UK's most breathtaking and remote landscapes, from the dramatic peaks of Suilven and Stac Pollaidh to deserted beaches.
The sprawling North York Moors is a mix of rugged heather moorland, remote valleys, forested hollows and dramatic coastline: the ideal destination for seekers of solitude.
Head to Scotland’s northeast coast and you’ll find the stunning Moray Firth, a vast inlet of the North Sea that borders three historic counties of the Highlands, Moray and Aberdeenshire.
Lewis and Harris form the main island of the Outer Hebrides, a chain of islands in western Scotland renowned for their white sand beaches, wild landscapes and rich Gaelic culture.
If you love to explore quiet coastal paths, hidden coves and atmospheric ruins, historic Guernsey is the island for you. Best of all, it's just a short hop from the UK.
The Cairngorms is a region of sweeping valleys, grand rivers and mighty mountains. It’s also the UK’s largest national park – almost twice the size of the Lake District – and home to some of Britain’s tallest peaks.
An unparalleled playground for outdoor pursuits, Banff is home to soaring mountains, jewel-coloured lakes – and grizzly bears. Hailed as Canada’s adventure capital, it’s an unmissable year-round destination.
The Albanian Alps are an unspoilt hiker’s paradise of tree-clad mountain slopes, mesmerising waterfalls and spectacular vistas, with a growing number of characterful guest houses where local food and wine are the star attractions.
This lesser-visited Alpine region is not to be missed. Hike, bike, climb or ski in sublime mountains, then soak up Roman heritage and traditional northern Italian culture in the historic city of Aosta.