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James gave us about an hour to explore Nairn. Because of the dismal weather there wasn't much happening at the penny arcade or at the nearby boat marina. Had we a little more time we would have headed away from the sea and into the downtown where the stores seemed rather busy. Just after 5:30 James shepherded us back onto the bus then we headed back to Newtonmore. Somewhere along the way back while I was dozing, Gail snapped this shot of a typical local rowhouse. In about an hour we were back at the hotel.
Day Eight (Exploring the Highlands)

July 20th 2006
Some welcome relief from the heat last night. I actually had to sleep under the covers. It was wonderfully cool for a change. A bonnie quiet wee towne is this Newtonmore. We treated ourselves to another hearty, traditional English breakfast in the hotel dining area. I'l never understand the baked beans and fried tomatoes the English and Scots have for breakfast but like Pavlov's dog, I real ... read more
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