Category Archives: Shetland

Up Helly Aa in Lerwick had been on my bucket list for years, and at the end of January you have a chance to see it too. Here is everything you need to know!
Vikings in Scotland: All you need to know about Up Helly Aa 2021 [Scotland’s Viking Festival]

Every year, to celebrate the passing of the shortest days of the year, hundreds of [...]

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Islands are full of stories & meeting locals on Shetland is the best way to learn more about their way of life. Here are my stories from Shetland.
Meet the Locals: Stories from Shetland

Shetland had been on my bucket list since I could say pony – yes, it’s [...]

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Heading to the Shetland Islands off season? My quick guide will give you an idea of what to see & do, where to stay and what makes the islands so special!
A Travel Guide to Shetland in Winter

For many winter time is the prime holiday time to follow the sun and board [...]

In the Studio of Textile Designer Joanna Hunter from Ninian

Let me introduce you to Joanna Hunter – founder and head designer of Joanna Hunter [...]

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A white farm house on Shetland
15 Photos that make you want to go to Shetland

In late January I went to Shetland and lost my heart. To the rugged hills and [...]

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Meet Vivian Ross-Smith, a visual artist who lives and works on Shetland. I visited her in her studio and asked her about her inspiration and aspirations.
In the Studio of Visual Artist Vivian Ross-Smith

Let me introduce you to Vivian Ross-Smith, a visual artist from Fair Isle who lives [...]

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