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A Scenic Drive<br />
through Scotland<br />
Travel<br />
This scenic route<br />
is by no means<br />
a direct and<br />
takes you west<br />
along the M9,<br />
and A84 taking in all the<br />
sights and sounds of rural<br />
Scotland. If time affords,<br />
stop off at the Queen Elizabeth<br />
Forest Park where you<br />
will find a huge variety of<br />
wildlife and a few activities<br />
that are perfect for the<br />
family too.<br />
Not long after you’ll be in<br />
the teeth of the Highlands<br />
enjoy all the views, and surprises,<br />
that they deliver.<br />
One of these surprises is the<br />
weather, which can change<br />
in the blink of an eye, though<br />
summer months are a little<br />
more stable.<br />
From the A84 continue on<br />
to the A82 which will take<br />
you north towards Loch Linnhe.<br />
Approaching Loch Linnhe<br />
and the small town of<br />
Fort William you will be<br />
treated to a wonderful view<br />
of Ben Nevis. Standing at<br />
4,409ft, Ben Nevis is Britain’s<br />
highest peak and its snowcapped<br />
peaks dominate this<br />
landscape. Whether you are<br />
interested in taking part<br />
in the range of sports and<br />
activities that take place all<br />
year round or simply want<br />
to enjoy the views there is<br />
plenty to do that will suit all<br />
parties.<br />
Leaving Ben Nevis in your<br />
rearview mirror, continue<br />
along the A82 which will take<br />
you along the coast of the<br />
world famous Loch Ness.<br />
Children will shriek with<br />
excitement at the potential<br />
of seeing old Nessie but<br />
adults will also enjoy the<br />
timeless beauty and hospitality<br />
of the area.<br />
Inverness is only a short<br />
drive from Loch Ness’<br />
northern tip and is yet<br />
another example of everything<br />
that is great about<br />
Scotland. Great views of the<br />
North Sea, coupled with<br />
a rich history and culture<br />
punctuated by castles and<br />
the Highlands themselves,<br />
Inverness is the perfect destination<br />
to conclude your<br />
adventure through the Scottish<br />
Highlands.<br />
If you own a car, but driving<br />
to Edinburgh is a bit<br />
too far, car rental in Scotland<br />
is very easy and usually<br />
cheaper than rates you<br />
may find on the continent.<br />
Picking the right car for this<br />
adventure is also important<br />
as you will want one that can<br />
stand up to the tests that<br />
the Scottish Highlands will<br />
surely deliver. Once that’s<br />
all organizedHealth Fitness<br />
Articles, just relax and enjoy<br />
the ride!<br />
Kzn Lifestyle Magazine • Issue 20<br />
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