A self-drive tour of the Faroes

Discover the best way to see these islands while driving yourself

The remotest of the remote: getting off-grid in the Faroe Islands

If you like your holidays really remote, then these are the islands for you.

Remote tourism in the Faroe Islands

Their initiative allows visitors to explore their dramatic landscapes through the eyes of a local.

Gjógv

This quiet pastoral village, dauntingly closed in by mountains and with a harbour set in a deep natural cleft in the rock, is one…

Five reasons to visit the Faroe Islands

From the sophisticated capital of Tórshavn to the mysterious isle of Mykines, the Faroe Islands offer natural splendour in abundance.

A weekend in the Faroes – Tórshavn, wild landscapes & seabirds galore

Weekend flights to the Faroe Islands are now a staple in Edinburgh Airport’s schedule, so what more do you need to spend a few days in one of Europe’s most underrated destinations?

Faroe from the madding crowd

On her trip to the Faroe Islands, editor Laura expected to be bowled over by the never-ending landscapes. What she didn’t expect, though, was the innovative food.

Ræst: from national embarrassment to culinary attraction

Our friends at KOKS Restaurant tell the story behind ræst, one of the most misunderstood aspects of Faroese culture.

Seabird spots

Two million pairs of seabirds breed in the Faroes each year – and here are the best places to spot them. 

Nineteenth-century timber churches

You’ll find no ancient architectural monuments on the Faroes; only timber churches.

Interview with James Proctor

We chat to James Proctor, author of our Faroe Islands guidebook, about his first visit to the archipelago and his tips for a perfect 24 hours on the islands. 

The best birdwatching sites in the world

Whether you are a novice or an avid birdwatcher, aviary spectacles can be amongst the greatest in the animal kingdom.

9 runs around the world

Some of our favourite alternative marathons from around the world.

KOKS – a culinary adventure

At KOKS, dinner is so much more than just a meal.