When it comes to unique and interesting staycation destinations, there are almost too many to count in Scotland.
Isabella Machin from The Mirror decided to see what all the fuss was about and head to Barra for herself. Here's what she had to say. One of 15 inhabited islands in the Outer Hebrides, next to the smaller island of Vatersay, it is said to be a favourite summer cruise destination of the Royal Family. For the rest of us, access to the island is either by plane, landing on Cockle Strand beach, or by ferry from Oban to the main harbour at Castlebay.
Featured prominently along the coast is Kismul Castle, easily among the most beautiful castles in Scotland. Tourists can visit the 15th-century fortress, which is the only remaining medieval castle in the Outer Hebrides, between April and October via a quick five-minute ferry ride.