From Aviemore you can easily explore more Highland hotspots including Loch Ness, where you can go hunting for 'Nessie' on a boat trip. Head to the Moray Firth, just north of Inverness, for another memorable journey on the water – it's home to the UK's largest population of bottlenose dolphins. There are some beautiful beaches here too – perfect for flying kites, building sandcastles or simply chilling out.

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