A small, electric passenger ferry is beginning a three-year trial in Orkney. The vessel uses new hydrofoil technology and could cut travel times between islands significantly. The ferry has been built ...

On a recent trip to Great Britain, I decided at the last minute to snip two days off from my time in London and go somewhere I've never been before: the Orkney Islands. Perched just an hour's ferry ...

Orkney’s strategic location, natural assets and innovative spirit are being recognised as the archipelago seeks major investment to position itself as a vital hub for renewables, shipping and tourism ...

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In the North Sea just beyond the tip of Scotland, the Orkney Islands often fail to register with tourists. Almost never are they included on any list of Europe's highlights, but why? Because, despite ...

Contributing editor Jim Richardson is a photojournalist recognized for his explorations of small-town life. His photos appear frequently in National Geographic magazine. Islands were sliding by in the ...

09:27, Mon, Sep 29, 2025 Updated: 09:31, Mon, Sep 29, 2025 The quaint town of Kirkwall in Orkney is a thriving coastal gem, home to numerous independent businesses, some of which have been trading for ...