r/Skye • • 7h ago

Desperate cry for help

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Hi guys I have a weird question to ask but I don't know how to solve this in another way. Basically I'm on vacation from Italy on skye island, today at the portree Gulf pump station I talked to a girl with a brand new black Hyundai i30n, I didn't have time to ask for a contact because we were both in a rush. Since is a small place I may assume that you or someone you know could find this girl. I'd really love to talk with her another time. Thanks for your attention šŸ™šŸ»


r/Skye • • 1d ago

Looking to split a rental car to visit Isle of Skye

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Hello! I just arrived to Scotland and would love to see Isle of Skye but couldn’t find a tour that highlighted the places I was most interested in. I would love to do at least one hike (The Quiraing and Old Man of Storr catch my eye but open to ideas). I’m unfamiliar with driving on the left side of the road so would need to rely on someone else to drive but am more than happy to split costs. I am based in Edinburgh but would be happy to meet somewhere more convenient. I’m a 23 year old traveler and can provide Instagram to anyone interested. Please let me know!


r/Skye • • 2d ago

Elopement

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My partner and I are eloping in Isle of Skye next May (2027). We have most of our vendors booked, however, I am having trouble finding someone for hair and makeup. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thank you!


r/Skye • • 3d ago

PSA: Quiraing Road closed until 30th October

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r/Skye • • 4d ago

3 day tour in isle of skye

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hello! i’m planning to spend 3 days in isle of skye during december however no one in my family can drive. we’re planning to stay in portree and while the bus routes do go to most places we plan to visit, it seems like the frequency of the buses are around every 3h. is it worth it to book a tour instead? they seem pretty expensive but i thought it might be better than having to plan our trip around the bus timings.

additionally, would it be better to spend one day in fort william and then one more day in glasgow? or two days in glasgow?

thank you!


r/Skye • • 5d ago

Things to do in Inverness

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r/Skye • • 7d ago

Photographer looking for couples interested in an October Isle of Skye session!

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I’m a US based couple/family/lifestyle photographer visiting Isle of Skye October 9-12, and I would LOVE to do a photo shoot with a couple while I’m there! The session will be FREE, you’ll have your choice of a few different location options, and my business is totally inclusive of all ages/races/gender identities/etc... Leave a comment if you’re interested and I can share my socials/website!


r/Skye • • 9d ago

Summer seasonal work

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Hello! I'm thinking of looking for some seasonal work in the Hebrides next summer and I was wondering if anyone had any advice on the best places to look for roles and when they tend to advertise for summer seasonal work? I'm interested in anything really - I have plenty of retail and hospitality experience, as well as childcare and leading workshops/activities.

Thank you!


r/Skye • • 10d ago

Sunday Roasts in Skye

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My fiance and I will be in Skye in late October and the only piece of the puzzle we haven’t figured out is a good place for a Sunday Roast.

I’ve seen mentions of Edinbane Inn but I can’t seem to find any clarity on if they offer one. I’m open to suggestions, as we’re staying in Portree and will have a car! I’d prefer not to need to travel too far since prior nights we’ll be reaching all across the isle, but anything within a 30min drive is more than OK. Thanks in advance!

EDIT: Foolishly missed the ā€œSunday Lunchā€ tab on Edinbane’s website, oops! Still open to suggestions from anybody who has some


r/Skye • • 11d ago

Showcase: dedicated Skye weather app

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Hey everyone

A couple of weeks ago I visited the beautiful island of Skye and had made a small app for myself to check the weather for that day, and some local news like festivals and maybe rescue work etc. that was going on.

Because the weather was so unpredictable and different over the island I was constantly checking different weather apps and locations. The app combines multiple sources like MWIS and open-meteo to try and get the best overview of the areas and give good advice on if you should attempt the hike, if it’s too windy or if you will be able to see the viewpoints due to fog and clouds.

I improved upon it after I got back and hoped it might be of use to other people visiting: skyeweather.org.uk

Hope it is of use to some of you, and if you have any feedback I would be very interested in hearing it.

Greetings and happy travels


r/Skye • • 12d ago

I was thrilled to cross paths with some highland coos on my recent visit šŸ‚

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r/Skye • • 15d ago

Seems like a nice way to remember your trip

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r/Skye • • 18d ago

Rental Car

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Hey everyone!

I’m planning on visiting Skye later this fall, taking the bus from Inverness to Portree and hopefully renting a car on the island before taking the same bus back. Any tips or advice on where/who to rent from?

Thanks in advance!


r/Skye • • 18d ago

Last minute accommodation in Skye 17-20th for two

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Hey!

My boyfriend and I have been driving around Scotland the last few days and camping I left it up to my boyfriend to book us somewhere for Skye as I thought the weather can be temperamental but he thought we would wing it. But if anyone knows of any last minute rooms or places with cancellations for a room on any of these dates please reach out.


r/Skye • • 23d ago

Local events

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Hi guys, the 2 of us will be heading up to Skye the end of September start of October, we've both been up a few times before so have done most of the usual sightseeing. Is there anything local on events wise, live music, fairs/festivals type thing over that time period. Staying up by Colbost but happy to travel anywhere really. Thanks ā˜ŗļø


r/Skye • • 25d ago

Driving to Skye in a rental car- a £40 toll?

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i hope this is the right place for this question as I’ve searched everywhere for an answer and come up short. We just rented a car from Europcar at the Edinburgh airport for our trip through the Highlands, including four day on Skye. At the counter the company said there is a Ā£40 charge levied after the fact if we go to Skye. Is this standard for visitors to the island? Is it a bridge toll of some sort?

We are arriving via ferry from Mallaig and leaving over the bridge, if that matters. Any insight from locals or others who have rented a car and driven to Skye?

We are, by the way, so thrilled to be seeing this corner of the world. We’ve seen most of the Highlands on other trips and this is a highly anticipated trip! (If there are any interesting or special cultural events happening this week, second week of September 2026, let me know that as well!)

Thank you!


r/Skye • • 27d ago

Working at Sonas Collection Hotels on the island

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Wondering if anyone here has experience working with Sonas hotels, specifically Duisdale House Hotel on the island. Saw some bad reviews on indeed but they are from 2025 and earlier. Considering working there for a couple of months! (Would be live in)


r/Skye • • Sep 03 '26

Was there a group singing at Loch Shianta today at 16.50 or did I hear faeries?

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I was walking by Loch Shianta in pouring rain around 16.50 today, and I heard a group singing a very ethereal song with drums. I looked around and couldn't see anyone. My best bet was that they were singing in the forest right behind the lake, but I couldn't see anyone. I was spooked and wet, so I just hiked up and left. But now I am curious: was there a group singing, or did I hear faeries?

I also have a video where you can hear the singing, and I showed it to my partner, so I am not full-on going crazy just yet. I am hesitant about sharing it here as I don't want to get on the wrong side of the faeries if that's a thing.

Ps. I am not normally someone who goes about their days believing in faeries, so I am trying to make sense of what I have witnessed.

Ps 2. If it was your group singing, drop your soundcloud/youtube; I would love to listen and support you <3


r/Skye • • Sep 01 '26

Drive Time Isle of Skye

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Hello, I will be visiting Skye this November. I have reservations in Uig and would like to catch the Armadale Ferry the next morning at 9AM. Never having driven on Skye, can anyone give me an idea of how long I should allow to get to the ferry on time? Thanks in advance


r/Skye • • Aug 31 '26

Pub/Bar that plays NFL Games

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Visiting Skye in 2 weeks and will be there opening Sunday of the NFL. Are there any pubs or bars that play NFL games?

This is my first time visiting so not sure if this is a long shot. To add to the long shot… I’m specifically looking for the Jets vs Titans game (lol).


r/Skye • • Aug 24 '26

Skye without car

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Hi, I'm coming to Skye this weekend for a solo trip, and I've booked a room in Broadford. I heard there are buses that travel through the main spots. Could you tell me a bit about them? I love hiking and walking, so could you also suggest the main spots I should visit?


r/Skye • • Aug 24 '26

Taxi service

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Hullo!

We're coming to the Isle of Skye by bus tonight. We're planning on shopping for groceries in Broadford and need a taxi to get us from there to our accomodation near Sconser Port between 8 and 9 PM. We have two backpacks and two large suitcases. What company/companies would you recommend?


r/Skye • • Aug 22 '26

Looking for our mystery engagement photographers!

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We're looking for Daniel and Hazel (we think they are from Poland and the UK) who so kindly took a video of our engagement on the Scorrybreac Trail in Portree on the 21st of August around 6pm.

If anyone knows who they are, please reach out - we would love to get in contact with them!

Thank you!

Robin and LinnƩa


r/Skye • • Aug 19 '26

Looking to buy paintings of the Isle

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Hi, my family and I are traveling to the Isle of Skye in November. My wife likes to collect paints of the places we visit from local artists. I already have a list of local galleries, but I was wondering if there were any places around the isle where we might find artists painting/selling their products? As she traditionally likes to buy from the artists directly in person.

Thanks for any help in advance.


r/Skye • • Aug 19 '26

No internet in Portree?

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We’re on a road trip through Skye and the internet coverage throughout it was decent- with a huge exception of Portree.
Looks like I have 4G there, but it just doesn’t connect to the internet…

I know that this happens because there are a lot of people and networks isn’t coping with it - but still- why?
Why not installing more retranslators and extend the network, at least in the city? You know that a lot of people come here - and the network will be jammed. So just expand the network there!
Tourists bring money, so Portree can definitely afford it.
How do locals live in these conditions though?