There is no doubting that Scotland is home to some of the most magical beauty spots found anywhere on earth. However, it seems the recent explosion in staycation tourism, people wanting to get out after last year's lockdowns and a rise in popularity due to hit TV programmes has led to some of them suffering.
One magical spot, in particular, the ethereal Fairy Pools on the Isle of Skye, seem to have been hit hardest if some of the recent Trip Advisor reviews are to be believed.
The normally quiet rock pools are an outstanding natural beauty found at the foot of the Cuillin mountains that are famed for their mystical appearance and stunning clear waters reminiscent of something from a fairytale - hence their whimsical name.
Connected to the local legends that one famous Clan MacLeod chief once married a beautiful fairy princess connecting the people and places on the island with the lands of the fey.
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