Faroe Islands

Half way between Scotland and Iceland, the far flung Faroe Island, are strewn like green pebbles in a deep blue ocean. Administered by Denmark these Viking settled isles have a high degree of autonomy. Traditions hold strong here, yet the modern life is fully embraced, with a lively music scene which belies its location and small population. The islanders are proud but open and friendly.

The archipelago consists of 18 windswept and treeless islands, of which Streymoy is the biggest and holds the capital Tórshavn. Green sheep shorn pastures and dramatic cliffs, moors and craggy mountains, are punctuated by colourful houses and wooden churches with grass roofs. Above all the Faroe are a bird-lovers dream. But don’t come here if you are looking for predictable weather and a sun filled holiday.

Take out your binoculars and tele-lens and head out to the Vestmanna Bird Cliffs, hike from one village to the next, walk around Tinganes the historical core of Tórshavn, visit ancient Kirkjubøur, take a boat tour around the isles, and delve into the local nightlife.

So come visit the Faroe, they are not as isolated and far as you would think!