Luskentyre, Isle of Harris

With its pearly-white sands and tranquil, cerulean-blue waves that meet crisp, cloudless skies, Luskentyre Beach appears like a South Pacific paradise (although with some very chilly temps). Luskentyre, in reality, runs down the western coast of the Isle of Harris, just off the northwestern corner of Scotland, and it's gloriously solitary and tranquil, with panoramic views of the ocean that make it appear to cling to the edge of the earth.

We uncover the greatest things to do on the Hebridean Isle of Harris, from visiting world-class beaches to adventure kayaking.
1. BEACH OF LUSKENTYRE
Luskentyre Beach, which is regularly named in the top five of the world's greatest beaches, offers blue seas with vistas of the highlands of Harris and the Isle of Taransay.
2. GEARRANNAN BLACKHOUSE VILLAGE
On the Isle of Lewis, a unique, maintained crofting settlement with traditional Hebridean blackhouses along a sandy beach. Some of these properties are offered for vacation rental.
3. HARRIS TWEED
Pay a visit to the Campbell family's Harris Tweed Shop in Tarbet.
4. KAYAKING AND CANOEING
Harris Outdoor Adventure offers guided sea kayaking and canoeing tours. Sailing, wind karting, and bike rental are all available.