#StampStories Today it's #Colonsay, Colbhasa. Gàidhlig Tha stampa Cholbhasa a’ sealltainn seillean dubh. Tha an t-eilean na thèarmann do na seillein mheala dhùthchasach, rud a tha air aithneachadh is air a dhìon san lagh gus nach bi tar-bhriodadh ann le gnèithean eile.

Our 2nd travelogue is Shaping Our Islands which explores our islands’ built heritage and history that shaped them and the communities that continue to thrive. Be inspired to visit different islands and collect passport stamps at our community hosted brass stamp rubbing points on the 20 islands.

We’re taking a look at each of our travelogues. Passport sized keepsakes with space for your own memories and collecting brass stamp rubbings for 20 different islands in each. Explore Scotland’s islands and meet the marvellous artists and makers who call them home with this beautiful travelogue.

#StampStories #Flotta Orkney Dialect The stamp fur Flotta shaas the Port Waar Signal Station near Stanger Head Battery. Used i’ WWI an’ WWII tae guard the Hoxa and Switha Soonds. The Battery’s droll shape an’ graand views maks hid stan’ oot.

#StampStories it's #Gigha, Giogha. See the story in Gàidhlig then in English. Gàidhlig Tha stampa Ghiogha a’ sealltainn Tursa Oghaim. Ged nach eil a’ charragh cheithir-thaobhach shònraichte seo a’ seasamh cho àrd ’s a bha i aig aon àm, chithear fhathast snaighsgrìobhadh na h-aibidil oghaim oirre.

#StampStories #Fetlar in Shetland dialect then English. Shetland dialect Da stamp fir Fetlar shaas a peerie deuk. Hit's likly wan o' Breetins maist rare breedin' birds bit hits a regular veesitor tae da island an' cin be spottit at da RSPB reserve at da Mires o' Finnie in da simmer munts.

#StampStories for #Eriskay, Èirisgeigh. Gàidhlig Tha stampa Èirisgeigh a’ sealltainn fear de phònaidhean dùthchasach an eilein. Tha nàdar càirdeil aca, agus seach gu bheil saorsa aca a bhith ag ionaltradh san dòigh thraidiseanta air feadh an eilein, tha iad furasta am faicinn.

#StampStories it's Eige, Eigg. Gàidhlig Tha stampa Eige a’ sealltainn cumadh aithnichte An Sgùirr. Tha am ‘mullach biorach’ àraid de chlach-phice a’ toirt seallaidhean eireachdail thar nan eileanan beaga eile agus a-null dhan Eilean Sgitheanach.

#StampStories This week, it's #Cumbrae, Cumaradh. Gàidhlig Tha stampa Chumaraidh a’ sealltainn Cathair-eaglais nan Eilean. ’S i a’ Chathair-eaglais as lugha ann am Breatainn agus tha cruinneachadh de chroisean Ceilteach taisgte innte. Tha i na pàirt de Shlighe Dualchais Siorrachd Àir a Tuath.

#StampStories it's #NorthRonaldsay, Nort’ Ronaldsay. See the story in Orkney Dialect, then in English. The stamp fur Nort’ Ronaldsay Shaas thir most weel kent residents - the rare and unusual Ronaldsay sheep. Kept i’ the ebb by a 12 mile lang drystone dyke, the sheep hae evolved tae ate tang.

#StampStories and it's Canna, Canaigh. In Gàidhlig then in English. Gàidhlig Tha stampa Chanaigh a’ sealtainn Corra-dhùin Mòr. Tha tobhta air an stac air leth seo far an deach Mòr NicLeòid a chumail na prìosanach aig deireadh na 17mh linn, a rèir beul aithris, airson a bhith na bean neo-dhìleas!

#StampStories This week, it's Bòd, Bute. Read on to see the story in Gàidhlig, and then in English. Tha stampa Bhòid a’ sealltainn an IonaidTaisgealaidh ann an Gàrraidhean Geamhraidh Bhaile Bhòid. Tha an togalach eireachdail Bhictòrianach a’ cur fàilte air luchd-siubhail nuair a thig..

#StampStories This week, it's Burray in Orkney. Read on to see the story in Orkney Dialect, and then in English. The stamp fur Burray shaas a fossil. Thoo can see rare an weel preserved fossils an’ local heritage displays at the islands Fossil an’ Heritage Centre.

#Kerrera Tha stampa Chearara a’ sealltainn Caisteal Ghaoidhlein. Cuideachd aithnichte mar ‘Caisteal nam Fuaran’, chaidh an taigh-tùir seo, a tha suidhichte ann an ceann a deas an eilein, a thogail san 16mh linn le Clann MhicDhùghaill agus ’s e carragh-chuimhne chlàraichte a th’ ann a-nis.

#StampStories > #Luing in Argyll. Tha stampa Luing a’ sealltainn crodh Luing. Chaidh a’ ghnè chruaidh seo, a tha nan tar-ghnè eadar crodh Gàidhealach agus crodh Geàrr-adharcach Mairtfheòla, a stèidheachadh air an eilean sna 1940an agus tha iad a’ freagairt gu sònraichte math air beatha an eilein.

#StampStories Read on to see the #Baleshare story in Gàidhlig, and then in English. Tha stampa a’ Bhaile Shear a’ sealltainn tè de a thràighean geala, le dùin-ghainmhich ri a h-oir, agus i air a cuairteachadh le machair air am faicear beairteas fhiadh-bheatha.

#StampStories and it's #FairIsle, in Shetland. Da stamp for Fair Isle shaas da eart-kent patterned makkin at first started apö da Isle. Folk here still makks in da traditional wye da day, an ony true Fair Isle garment kerries a special star motif ta shaa at hit’s been made here.

If you're planning an island trip in 2026 make sure you have downloaded our free app! 📲 islands.scot/the-passport/ When in any of the 72 islands that we cover, you will now see the option to collect your travel stamps for that island 👣 🚲 🦽🚍

#StampStories Our stamps were designed by island artists, or artists with a close connection to the islands, with the brief that they should reflect an aspect of life on the island. This week, it's Beàrnaraigh, #Berneray. Read on to see the story in Gàidhlig, and then in English. 🎨 Alison Johnston

#FunFactFriday Did you know that the Isle of Lewis is home to one of Scotland’s most mysterious ancient sites? The Callanish Standing Stones have been standing proudly for over 5,000 years. #Lewis is also famous for its traditional blackhouses and the famous black pudding from Stornoway.

#StockistStories Today we are focusing on our stockist in #Lewis – Uig Community Shop! The award-winning @UigCommunityShop looks over the stunning vista of Traigh Uige (Uig Beach), world-famous as the location of the discovery of the Lewis Chessmen.

#StampStories This week, it's Eisdeal, #Easdale. Read on to see the story in Gàidhlig, and then in English.

#StockistStories Today it's @buthbharraigh a community and retail visitor hub in Castlebay Barra. A social enterprise which help the community flourish by providing a range of goods and services. It's a route to market for local suppliers and acts as a point of contact for many people on the island,

🚨 Our survey is now LIVE! 🚨 We’d love your feedback. Take a quick 5-minute survey and, as a thank you, you’ll be entered into a prize draw. Your responses help guide what we do next—so don’t miss your chance to have a say.

We’re getting ready to launch a short survey, and we’d love your input! Your feedback helps us improve—and as a thank you, you’ll have a chance to be entered into a prize draw! You could win travel to 1 of the 72 islands in our app, thanks to @NorthLinkFerries and @calmacferries

From January to March each year, the communities in Shetland unite for a series of remarkable and distinct fiery festivities!🔥 The Up Helly Aa fire festivals are among the most significant annual events in Shetland.

We had to add our own snowy island scene to the mix from #Jura from yesterday morning's walk. Who wouldn't enjoy waking up to that during your island stay in 2026?! Which of our islands are you headed to this year? Let us know in the comments 👇

#TravelStampTuesday Did you know you can collect island travel stamps when you cycle on our islands? To encourage sustainable travel across the islands, when you are there, you can collect as many travel stamps as you take journeys!

#FunFactFriday and it's Tiree! Did you know the island is home to the Tiree Wave Classic? This is the world's longest-running professional windsurfing competition! All year you can find locals and visitors braving the waters in and around Tiree! 📸 Stuart Smith

Quick check-in! 🚨 ✅ How’s your stamp progress going? ✅ What’s your favourite part of the #ScottishIslandsPassport app? Your feedback helps us make it even better — let us know in the comments! #FreeTravelApp #ExploreMore #IslandVibesFor2025 #StampCollection #CollectThemAll #VisitScotland

Looking for a thoughtful gift for the island lover in your life? Our pocket-sized #ScottishIslandsPassport travelogues are the perfect choice! With Christmas shopping season kicking off (especially for the super-organised!), now’s a great time to grab one over at #ScottishIslandGifts via @isle20shop

This week's #FunFactFriday comes from #Mull Did you know Mull is often referred to as 'Eagle Island'? This is due to the common sightings of white-tailed and golden eagles. 📸 Isobel Thompson

#StampStories Our stamps were designed by island artists, or artists with a close connection and the brief that they should reflect an aspect of island life. This week, it's Muile, Mull. See the story in Gàidhlig then in English.

If you're planning an island trip over autumn make sure to update your #ScottishIslandsPassport app to the latest version! 📲 islands.scot/the-passport/ When in any of the 72 islands that we cover, you will now see the option to collect your travel stamps for that island 👣 🚲 🧑🦽🚍

#StampStories This week, it's #Unst, in Shetland. Our stamps were designed with the brief that they should reflect an aspect of life on the island. Our thanks to Yolanda Bruce for the Unst stamp. Read on for the stamp story, presented in the Shetland dialect followed by the English translation.

This week's #FunFactFriday comes from #Vatersay Did you know Vatersay and nearby Eriskay are the only places in Scotland you will find the Bonnie Prince Charlie Flower (Calystegia soldanella), brought over by the young Jacobite from France when he fled after the Battle of Culloden. 📸 Nigel Spencer

#StampStories Our stamps were designed by island artists, or artists with a close connection to the islands, with the brief that they should reflect an aspect of life on the island. This week we're sharing the stamp for Bhatarsaigh, Vatersay. Read on to see the story in Gàidhlig, and then in English

#StockistStories This week we're taking a peek at our exclusive online stockist @isle20shop or Scottish Island Gifts as they are now known. This fab social enterprise started in 2020 to help island makers sell their goods online during lockdown.

Did you know that #Canna and #Sanday appear in not 1 but 2 of our travelogues? In Shaping Our Islands pg 35 see highlights including our rich history and vibrant wildlife. From ancient ruins to puffin spotting and scenic coastal walks, get top recommendations for unforgettable island adventures.

You can collect island travel stamps when taking the bus in our islands! To encourage active and sustainable island travel, when there, collect as many travel stamps as you take journeys! Not all island buses might be what you expect, some are community run buses, dial-a-ride or bookable.

You'll now find @tiree_makery as an #IslandExperience for #Tiree in our free app! This artist-led social enterprise holds all kinds of creative workshops to enjoy while you're in Tiree so pop along during your stay!

#TravelStampTuesday Did you know you can collect island travel stamps when you take a bus journey in our islands? To encourage sustainable travel across the islands, when you are there, you can collect as many travel stamps as you take journeys!

Are you planning your next #IslandAdventure ? Our travelogues can help you along the way.. Explore the communities of our 72 Scottish islands. Each travelogue is a guide and journal, with a dedicated space for you to collect brass stamp rubbings, the perfect memento of your visit to our islands!

#StampStories This week, it's #Sanday, in Orkney. Our stamps were designed with the brief that they should reflect an aspect of life on the island. Read on for Sanday's stamp story, presented in the Orkney dialect followed by the English translation.

This week's #FunFactFriday comes from #Benbecula Did you know Benbecula has the largest settlement in all of the islands of Uist? Many of the homes in Balivanich were built to house army families based on the island in the 20th century. 📸 Nigel Spencer

Let’s talk island stamps! How many have you collected so far? Be honest... are you chasing that next island break? 😏 And while you're here — what’s been your favourite part of using the app? Tell us everything 👇 #FreeTravelApp #ExploreMore #IslandVibesFor2025 #StampCollection #CollectThemAll

Earn rewards for greener and healthier journeys across the Highlands, Moray, Argyll & Bute, Orkney Islands and the Western Isles with the HItravel BetterPoints rewards programme 🌳 Explore to be in the prize draws, with a full set of our travelogues to be won every week for getting out and active.

We do love hearing from our lovely app users 😃 What’s your favourite thing about the #ScottishIslandsPassport app so far? And just out of curiosity… how many verified island stamps have you collected? Drop your answers in the comments — we love hearing from you! #ExploreMore #IslandVibesFor2025

Did you know you can collect island travel stamps when you cycle on our islands? To encourage sustainable travel across the islands, when you are there, you can collect as many travel stamps as you take journeys!

We've just added some new #IslandExperiences to our app! The wonderful @saltboxsauna are available in different Hebridean islands (Benbecula, Harris, Lewis and North Uist) at different times so check out their website to book and for lots more information. saltboxsauna.co.uk