Being Scilly...

With everyone on a bit of a budget these days, it's good to see what your own home country can offer. Here are three island destinations which you might not have thought of.

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Isles of Scilly

Where?

28 miles off the coast of Cornwall, the whole of the Scilly Isles are designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty.

What to do?

With more beaches that you can shake a stick and beautiful views all round, its sun-bleached sands offer an ideal opportunity to chill out and relax. There are loads of walking routes all around the islands for those a bit more active and ample opportunity for snorkling, sailing or other watersports.

Where to stay?

For pure indulgence, look no further than the Island Hotel on Tresco set in its own manicured gardens and private beach.

http://www.tresco.co.uk/...l/default.asp

How to get there?

St. Mary's, the main island is only 6 miles square. You can get a boat or even a helicopter from the mainland. The helicopter enables you to take in some spectacular views of the island, but the boat does have some wonderful sights as ithe island comes into view.

Ferrys from Penzance Quay from £95 flexible return
Helicopter flight from Penzance to St. Mary's from £170 return
Skybus fly from Penzance from £135 return, or from Southampton from £333 return

More information -http://www.simplyscilly.co.uk/

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Isle of Skye

Where?

Skye is the largest island of the Inner Hebrides of Scotland and is renowned for its spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife.

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