Exploring Scotland's islands! Download the free app to find your perfect island match and collect passport 'stamps'! Banner image credit - Isobel Thompson
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#FunFactFriday
Did you know Flotta plays a key role in Orkney’s modern story?
Located in Scapa Flow, the island is home to a major oil terminal — showing how island life blends tradition with industry.
But beyond that, you’ll find peaceful coastal walks, wartime history and..
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incredible views across one of the world’s great natural harbours.
From global energy to quiet island charm — Flotta is full of contrasts.
📸 Seonaid Swanney
Have you explored this unique Orkney island?
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You can buy our travelogues to help you explore our 72 islands while collecting your brass stamp rubbing at each one you visit: scottishislandgifts.com/mark…
#ScottishIslandsPassport #Flotta #Orkney #IslandLife #GetYourIslandFixIn2026
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Scottish Islands Passport retweeted
Two opportunities for rangers walks this week:-
Wildlife Walk on Wednesday (5 spaces left) Archeological Walk on Thursday (dogs can go on the Thursday walk if they are on a lead)
To book call @ButhBharraigh
#wildlifetours #archeology #isleofbarra
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#StampStories
#Flotta in Orkney dialect then English.
Orkney Dialect
The stamp fur Flotta shaas the Port Waar Signal Station near Stanger Head Battery. Used i’ WWI an’ WWII tae guard the Hoxa and Switha Soonds. The Battery’s droll shape an’ graand views maks hid stan’ oot.
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The stamp for Flotta depicts the Port War Signal Station near Stanger Head Battery. Used in both WWI and WWII to guard Hoxa and Switha Sounds, the battery’s distinctive shape and panoramic views provide a striking visual.
🎨 Alannah Norquay
✍️ Tom Muir of Orkneyology.com
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Download our free app to collect your own island stamps and find out more about Flotta: islands.scot/the-passport/
#VisitScotland #ScottishIslands #LoveScotland #ThisIsScotland #ScotlandIsNow #ScottishIslandsPassport #ExploreMore #IslandCommunities #GetYourIslandFixIn2026
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We’re taking a look at each of our companion travelogues. Passport sized keepsakes with space for your own memories and collecting brass stamp rubbings for 20 different islands in each one.
Explore Scotland’s islands and meet the marvellous artists and makers who call them home
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Designed to introduce you to new islands you might like to explore, Meet The Makers allows you to collect brass rubbings for each island passport stamp hosted with our island partners.
Feel inspired by the makers you meet? Create your own memories in the ‘sketchbook’ section.
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Get yours today: scottishislandgifts.com/prod…
@Isle20Shop
Or onboard @calmacferries and at island retailers!
#Travelogues #IslandKeepsake #CollectThemAll #MeetTheMakers #ExploreMore #GetYourIslandFixIn2026
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#FunFactFriday
Did you know #Gigha enjoys one of the mildest climates in Scotland?
This Gulf Stream influence helps exotic plants thrive at Achamore Gardens, where palm trees and vibrant blooms flourish 🌺
Community-owned since 2002, Gigha is a shining example of..
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island resilience and local pride.
Golden beaches, ancient standing stones and glowing west-coast sunsets — Gigha may be small, but it’s packed with colour.
Have you discovered this Argyll jewel yet?
📸 TheChaoticScot
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Our free app helps you explore Gigha and many more islands, why not down load it today: islands.scot/the-passport/
#ScottishIslandsPassport #Gigha #ArgyllIslands #IslandLife #GetYourIslandFixIn2026 #ExploreMore #IslandCommunities
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#StampStories
#Gigha, Giogha in Gàidhlig then English.
Gàidhlig
Tha stampa Ghiogha a’ sealltainn Tursa Oghaim. Ged nach eil a’ charragh cheithir-thaobhach shònraichte seo a’ seasamh cho àrd ’s a bha i aig aon àm, chithear fhathast snaighsgrìobhadh na h-aibidil oghaim oirre.
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English
The stamp for Gigha depicts the Ogham Standing Stone. Although this distinctive four-sided pillar doesn’t stand as tall as it once did, it still displays its ogham alphabet inscriptions.
🎨 Jane Taylor.
✍️ Jo MacDonald.
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Download our free app to collect your own island stamps and find out more about Gigha: islands.scot/the-passport/
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#FunFactFriday
Did you know Fetlar is often called the “Garden of Shetland”?
Thanks to its fertile soil and wildflower-rich meadows, it feels greener and more sheltered than many of its neighbours.
📸 Yolanda Bruce
It’s also one of the UK’s most important breeding sites for..
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the rare red-necked phalarope — you might spot one at the RSPB reserve at Mires of Funzie!
Peaceful beaches, abundant wildlife and big skies — #Fetlar is full of quiet surprises.
Could this be your next northern adventure?
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Our free app can help you out: islands.scot/the-passport/
#ScottishIslandsPassport #Fetlar #Shetland #ExploreMore #GetYourIslandFixIn2026
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#StampStories for #Fetlar: in Shetland dialect then English.
Shetland dialect
Da stamp fir Fetlar shaas a peerie deuk. Hit's likly wan o' Breetins maist rare breedin' birds bit hits a regular veesitor tae da island an' cin be spottit at da RSPB reserve at da Mires o' Finnie in..
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da simmer munts.
English
The stamp for Fetlar depicts a red-necked phalarope. It might be one of Britain's rarest breeding birds but it is a regular visitor to the island and can be spotted at the RSPB reserve at Mires of Funzie during summer months.
✍️ Shetland with Laurie
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Download our free app to collect your own island stamps and find out more about Fetlar: islands.scot/the-passport/
#VisitScotland #ScottishIslands #Scottish #LoveScotland #ScotlandIsNow #ScottishIslandsPassport #ExploreMore #IslandCommunities #GetYourIslandFixIn2026
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