The Cabin at John O’Groats
While not technically on Orkney, the dock at John O’Groats is a pretty common stop on the way to Orkney. Located on the mainland side of the ferry route, John O’Groats is home to several…
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Indian Garden
Any trip to Orkney will likely include a stop in Kirkwall. The largest town and the capital of Orkney, it is the main ferry dock and bus depot for all kinds of great spots on…
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Italian Chapel
Tested Travel is a sucker for war stories that highlight how people come together in times of tragedy and adversity. The Italian Chapel on Orkney fits that model! In 1939, in the days after a…
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Ring of Brodgar
The Ring of Brodgar is a World Heritage Site located in the heart of Orkney. The Ring of Brodgar was erected between 2500 BC and 2000 BC and is thought to be the last of…
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Scapa Flow
For World War history buffs among you, Scapa Flow is a well-known name. Before our visit to Orkney, Tested Travel was not versed in this really cool, historic site. A natural, protected harbor, the sheltered…
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Skara Brae
Wow. Now, this is not something you see every day! Skara Brae is a Neolithic ear village, dating from 3200BC to 2200BC. The site was discovered in 1850 after a winter storm battered Orkney. The…
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