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The power of passion

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The Rubens at the Palace

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A regal hotel overlooking Buckingham Palace

Our beautifully restored historic hotel is cared for by a team who take genuine pride in delivering impeccable service and exceeding expectations at every turn. Overlooking The Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace - the entrance used by the Royal family - The Rubens showcases exceptional dining journeys and enriching and rewarding experiences, from the very first moment guests are greeted by our red-uniformed doormen.

Aerial view of Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland

Picturesque Portree

Portree is Skye’s main town and central hub, making it a fantastic base to explore the island. The charming town centre is where you’ll find a selection of shops, eateries and amenities and a stroll down to the pretty harbour reveals colourful facades, bobbing moored boats and green-fringed hills in the background.

Scenic locations...

Lealt Falls, on the dramatic Isle Of Skye in scenic Scotland

Lealt Falls

Take a short and easy walk along a series of walkways to admire one of Skye’s many waterfalls, as it cascades through gorge and out to sea, past the ruins of an old dynamite factory.

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Aerial view of the dramatic coastline at the cliffs by Staffin with the famous Kilt Rock waterfall - Isle of Skye - Scotland

Kilt Rock

A stunning spot which showcases dramatic coastal views, the popularly photographed Mealt Falls, and a cliff formation, said to be shaped by the kilt of the legendary Scottish giant, Fingal.

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Stunning sunrise over the Quiraing on the Isle of Skye in Scotland

The Quiraing

The product of an ancient landslip, and one of Skye’s most otherworldly landscapes, the hairpin bends to reach The Quaraing are worth it for the views alone (although the road should only be attempted by confident drivers).

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Fairy Pools, Isle of Skye, United Kingdom, Scotland

Fairy Pools

A location made famous by social media, these waterfalls and teal coloured pools sit against a backdrop of gnarly, black Cuillin mountains. We recommend visiting early in the morning or late in the day to avoid the crowds.

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Historic attractions

Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye, Highlands of of Scotland. Seat of the MacLeod Clan. Built on an elevated rock overlooking an inlet on the eastern shore of the sea Loch of Dunvegan

Dunvegan Castle & Gardens

Explore the oldest continually inhabited castle in Scotland, and the seat of Clan MacLeod. The castle sits in a stunning coastal location, amidst vast and beautiful gardens. Inside, discover items belonging to Bonnie Prince Charlie and Flora MacDonald, and the Fairy Flag; a family heirloom which is steeped in local legends.

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Armadale Castle is ruined country house and the former home of the MacDonalds. The nearby gardens are home to the Clan Donald Centre and Museum of the Isles

Armadale Museum, Castle and Gardens

This castle is the former home of Clan Macdonald, Lords of the Isles, Skye’s other dominant clan, and the rivals of Clan MacLeod. Roam the beautiful gardens and learn all about Skye’s eventful history, geology and clan way of life in the museum.

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Kilmuir, Isle of Skye, Scotland - October 2 2018: the Skye Museum of Island Life

Museum of Highland Life and Flora MacDonald’s grave, Kilmuir

Step back in time and into an old Highland village, for a true insight into island life 100 years ago. While you are there, visit the grave to one of Scotland’s most romantic characters, Flora MacDonald, a woman famed for her role in helping Bonnie Prince Charlie escape after the Battle of Culloden.

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Scottish highlander in Scotland

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Aerial view of the Talisker Distillery, a single malt Scotch whisky distillery, on the west coast of Skye on the shores of Loch Harport in Carbost on the Isle

Whisky distilleries

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