Home to the Hebrides 2 - Glasgow to North Uist via Fort William & Isle of Skye

[@nadinescott2509]

From a tired nurse who worked 14 hr yesterday that film was good medicine!💝

[@o2bnov0307]

Nadine Scott thank you for your service! Love a nurse PRN.

[@travellingtom6091]

Thank you Nadine. Take care of yourself. Xx

[@colinrimmer789]

Nadine Scott thank you for working so hard for all of us ❤️

[@JoeMaranophotography]

From a tired soldier I am so glad we have been forgotten about consistently and been denied pay increases for years, gotten less discount than students and NHS and will be bottom of the pile as per usual when all this ends... Thats not an attack on NHS workers just stating the truth. It was also fab to be told I wasn't a key worker by B&Q staff yesterday. Fml.

[@sanclewphotographic]

Thank you for what you do, you are simply wonderful, god bless you, regards, Colin.

[@andrewjditton]

You asked for longer - my goodness, you got longer! Pull on your seat belt, and enjoy the pre-'lockdown' journey through Scotland - my homeland. Home to the Hebrides. I never tire of saying that...

[@sosaidhrafferty4608]

You have no idea how excited we are to have this to watch tonight, the temptation is to watch straightaway but I am getting sorted and then we will watch with a glass of wine and breathe ever so deeply as we watch. Sigh ....

[@TheUphillracer]

Andrew, this is absolutely wonderful. You have raised my morale at this difficult time for us all. I’m sure many others will be similarly affected by this near hour of stunning viewing.

[@esvarwyn]

Real-time would have been absolutely fine. How about slow-motion next time?! ;-)

[@MalKyle1]

Wonderful, simply wonderful. Thank you Andrew. Many of the lyrics will be inappropriate but I couldn't help thinking of Run For Home by Lindisfarne. Your journey reminded me of the feeling of heading back home to Northumberland from school as a child. Lang may your lum reek Andrew

[@audreyfforbes-hamilton]

What is it about snow capped mountains that we love so much? Another sublime film from the master, and a fantastic advert for Scotland. Thank you Andrew for 50 blissful minutes’ entertainment. x

[@andrewjditton]

Aww, thank you :)

[@pamelamoo5306]

That was absolutely stunning Andrew, I must admit to being a little tearful 😢 by the time you got to Morvich , it took me back to September and I knew every turn coming up along the the road. The beautiful scenery with the snow clad mountains is majestic. I will go up to bed and replay it again and dream of my next trip to wonderland. Thank you for taking time to do this and to give so much pleasure to all your friends, especially when we are missing our road trips . Lots of love 💕 dearest Dougal 🐶 your are a true star 🌟 Wishing you both a wonderful life in your highland hame 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks Pamela, glad you enjoyed it!

[@kohrsthomas]

One fine Day, we will be back. Back in this Garden of PEACE and BEAUTY. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this. HONESTLY

[@krippleinacaravanxxx707]

The best 50 mins I have spent in the last five weeks! Thank you so much and so many memories of a trip I did thirty years ago! The weather was kind and the roads uncluttered it made for a wonderful drive. God bless us all at this awful time and I raise a glass to better times ahead! At least you haven’t had to clip Dougal like I have my two Poms. They have put me into isolation! As ever we will all look forward to ANYTHING you put out! Your editing is fabulous! Stay safe and well! ❤️❤️❤️❤️. Peter

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you Peter :)

[@markmclellan7146]

17:35 I never tire of watching this. After a long stretch at work I come home, get a few beers and switch this particular vlog on. I know this was the beginning of lockdown but that journey up was priceless. One of your best Andrew :-)

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Mark!

[@boek88]

Dear Andrew, Many thanks for the amazing drive all the way up to Skye! We travelled with you, safely seated in our sofas back home. Whenever we watch you and Dougal, we always smile🤓😃 God bless!

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@henriklarsen9616]

Clearly someone won in the lottery with THAT weather driving home. That is an amazing place that you now call home. Thank you for sharing your trip with us.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@richiebainbridge2608]

Wow ! I needed that ! Driven a lot of those roads over the past 40 years and missing it so much. Thank you so much fantastic.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@normandavies8317]

What a delight! Brings back memories of all the wonderful journeys we have had in all the different seasons along those routes. I look forward to enjoying that beautiful country once again when we are through this strange time. Thank you so much for letting us share your journey. Stay safe.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@catherine1910]

What a joy! Over 50 minutes and I still didn’t want it to end. Thank you so much Andrew. I should have been meandering my way through Scotland and its islands on a one year sabbatical right now but of course it, like most things, is on hold right now. Take care and keep ‘em coming!

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it! And remember, Scotland isn't going anywhere :)

[@seanfallon4580]

Thank you for bringing us all on a wonderful fantastic trip , it was beautiful, and what a day it was to drive , look after yourself and be safe, looking forward to the brighter days ahead 👍👌

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@esvarwyn]

Lights down, volume up, what an absolute TREAT!!! So many familiar landscapes traveled by train or bike or car brought back to life, thanks so much!! That first view of Harris coming over from Portree... pure magic!!! #home xx

[@andrewjditton]

Couldn't agree more! Hope all well your end my friend.

[@peterscandlyn]

Andrew, your descriptors for this trip did not overstate one iota. Thank you so much for letting me ride along, enjoyed every moment. Glad you and Dougal made it back safely. Shopping Fort William was and eye opener - here, without any need to, supermarkets were devastated. Coming back slowly, while queues have gone bare shelves still very evident.Keep safe!

[@brianthetrain9283]

Thanks for bringing back some fond memories of that journey to Skye. Hope to see it again one day. Stay well and safe you pair.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@blethersy9206]

50 mins of blissful viewing. Thank you for sharing such stunning scenery. It’s perfect viewing to brighten up life in lockdown

[@sosaidhrafferty4608]

Thank you Andrew and Dougal, it was worth waiting for that stunning drive, could feel the tension easing. Its important to have hope when things are bleak and this has certainly given me something really positive to look forward to when we are able to travel once more 💖 x

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@tedavco]

Thanks Andrew, stay safe buddy 👍🏻🙂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks, you too!

[@pacaluvr7963]

Beautiful music and breathtaking scenery. Thanks for brining us along. Take care...stay healthy.

[@BobEarnshawMoHo]

Stunning drive, with the snow on the mountains. Going to have to dig out my driving footage now you know!

[@williehannon9306]

Excellent. Lifting the gloom of lockdown. Health and happiness to you and Dougal Thank You

[@garrygreen3210]

Outstanding video Andrew, what a spectacular drive. I’ve actually watched this a few times now over the last year .... thoroughly enjoyable every time. Good job.

[@andrewjditton]

Cheers Garry!

[@alisonalcock5218]

What a fabulous journey! Enjoyed every moment of it under that blue, blue sky. The familiar roads, the snowy mountains and, best of all, the sunset over the Outer Hebrides on board Clansman; what could be more beautiful? Thank you Andrew. Love to you and the Dougal dog xx

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@paulrixon1644]

Absolutely stunning! Brought back memories of my trip up that way in 1972 with an Austin Maxi and a Sprite Alpine.

[@andrewjditton]

Brilliant!

[@carringtonscapers4368]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you Andrew! We needed something like that right now. Excellent images and music as always. 👍👏😊

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@southerntexashomestead5028]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing this video with us. ♡ I am an EMT and have been locked down for 5 months 24/7 caring for both my elderly parents on my own. What a blessing this video was today. I have wanted to sail to this area but can't go anywhere now. I can dream of tomorrow thanks to your video. God bless. May we all make it there some day soon.

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you, let's hope we can all travel again soon. All the best.

[@christinegibbins6105]

That was just stunning Andrew, thank you for putting that vlog together. I wish you every happiness in your new home, stay safe and keep well.

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks so much!

[@lindahiggins9295]

You sure were right, beautiful scenery along with beautiful music. Glad you got home safe and well, keep safe.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿👍

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks 👍

[@HereWeTow]

Cracking scenery, thanks for taking us along. 👍

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@caravanstuff2827]

It wasn't till I watched this post that I realized how beautiful Scotland is...I think a caravaners perspective makes the difference and as we know, we see the world differently to other folks and at a slower speed... " The journey is half the adventure"!!!..🤔🇳🇿

[@bernadettehooper4318]

Sublime. When I'm stressed, I try to imagine I am at my favorite beach. I will add this part of Scotland to my catalog of beautiful, calming places. Thank you for this experience.

[@willsgetoff1157]

When you get weather like that, and scenery like that, why would you want to go out of the UK? I always think the scenery in Scotland puts life into perspective. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful drive.

[@maggietaylor9475]

Wills! Get Off we moved up to Scotland from north Manchester 10 years ago and we always say that we don’t need a holiday as it’s just beautiful here 😌

[@richardstamp3713]

I could practically smell the turf and seaweed. Just glorious!

[@andrewjditton]

Oh, that smell... it's just the best!

[@dandeyo1185]

Thank you Andrew! This brought back memories from two years ago next month when my wife and I finally made it to Scotland. We were driving on those roads to Uig to catch the CalMac to Tarbert and on to Lewis. A trip we had planned for 2 years using your videos and help from a travel agent in Glasgow. It was a trip we will always remember.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@irenedale5256]

I really, really enjoyed the journey too! Thank you so much. Take care of yourself and Dougal and I hope your Mum is well. 💕

[@susancarrett7456]

Stunning absolutely Stunning! What more can I say, this has been a tonic for the soul. Thank you so much for showing a much needed appreciation of our own country, we don't need to travel far for scenery like this when we have it right here! Makes me want to see Scotland more and more, no wonder it has captured your heart, I think it is capturing mine too❤

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you so much!

[@debbieblewitt5378]

Simply Beautiful. Thank you.

[@rachelselby5469]

So much beauty in one day. I'm glad you're home safe. Now you can begin that relaxing and healing that you spoke about a few weeks ago. xxx

[@malcolmmclarty9302]

Epic journey ,The hills got bigger the mountains got bigger the sky got bigger and our smiles got bigger

[@EurasiaTV]

I think I’m going to end up watching this ever week that lockdown continues just to get my fix of the Highlands. I’ve driven those roads so many times but I still love watching them.

[@Adrian-Pryke]

Excellent video Andrew, the scenery and accompanying music really worked well together and it was a surprise when I realised how long it had been when it finished Many thanks for putting these together for us, they really help at a time like this. Stay safe and looking forward to the next video already 😎😎😎

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jimanderson5567]

Great wee video. Love the drive up side of Loch Lomond. Roads looked busier than I thought.

[@andrewjditton]

I think a LOT of people were heading home that weekend, just like me.

[@carolynhaywood7701]

Thank you Andrew for taking us on your journey home. I miss Scotland as it’s been many years since I’ve been there. I have recently bought a camper van and planned to go there with my little dog Coco but that of cause will have to wait. Safe journey and stay healthy.

[@chrisborgmotorhome]

Amazing roads and landscape. That was as meditation for your soul. Thanks for sharing.

[@andrewjditton]

Many thanks!

[@Perthshire]

I know all of these roads very well. Brings a tear to my eye watching this. Thank you! Can't wait to hit the road again....!

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@annemarsden2323]

Absolutely wonderful thank you for sharing your beautiful homecoming x

[@andrewjditton]

You are so welcome

[@brockies155]

Lovely vlog, just the tonic! So enjoyed seeing places I love so much. Stay safe in beautiful North Uist. Thank you Andrew.

[@andrewjditton]

My pleasure!

[@janepowell5679]

Thank you Andrew. This is just the tonic we needed to give us hope and excitement of future trips when the lockdown is over. 🥰

[@andrewjditton]

Fingers crossed!

[@kathlucy603]

Thanks again for sharing that magnificent drive. It certainly is special, it gives you a tingle down the spine. I would love to do it again some day. Take care and enjoy your time at home.

[@cokekr]

Thank you for posting so much of your drive Andrew , we drove that same road 3 years ago , and have to say it is the most beautiful drive in the world , simply stunning as your video showed .

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@leafgreen9099]

That was such a lovely trip - thank you SO MUCH for taking us along.. Gorgeous all the way. I had to get the map out and trace your journey. Hope you are well and getting lots of R&R.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you!

[@scottwilson5426]

Gotta love the rest and be thankful. .stay safe !!

[@kenedkins8967]

What stunning scenery, on your journey home. I am so glad you made it home safely. Stay safe Andrew, as always, lots of love to Dougal !

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks so much!

[@davidfletcher5346]

Thanks Andrew. Lovely to see the countryside again.

[@andrewjditton]

My pleasure!

[@marilyndenler1370]

Somehow I’d missed this video, but today I was feeling a little weary of the “new normal” and this road trip with it’s beautiful vistas and you and Dougal revived my spirit! Thank you Andrew👍🏻🏞

[@jaf7765]

Andrew, thank you so much for taking us along on your journey!

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@grahamburgess8456]

What a fabulous bit of filming, enjoyed it very much...stay safe

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lindabell8681]

Fantastic brought back memories of our trip to fort William last year. You are a life saver in this time of lockdown for bringing beautiful scenery to enjoy thank you

[@andrewjditton]

Glad to help

[@ncplantdoctor]

Skip to my favorite part? I had to watch it all to tell what my favorite part was. Thanks for sharing.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@pyrodave0]

Well that certainly cheered me up , Almost as good as actually being there . A Cracking vlog as usual. many thanks Andrew Stay Safe 👍

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@brianwhitaker6040]

Thanks Andrew great scenery hope you are OK stay safe look forward to more vlogs

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks 👍

[@bobarty]

What a delight worth waiting for brought back some lovely memories of trips to the Hebrides feeling almost emotional at the end Thank You Andrew fantastic.

[@andemess3095]

So glad I clicked on this video. Absolutley SPECTACULAR scenery and I also enjoyed the soundtrack. Followed your drive on a map as I was watching.

[@tommyedwards3730]

MY HEART AND SOUL ALONG WITH MY PARTNER YEARN FOR SCOTLAND AND NORTH YORKSHIRE I/E WHITBY AND SCARBOROUGH / HOWEVER ANDREW'S BEAUTIFUL ROAD TRIP ON THE A82 BRING'S BACK MANY MEMORIES OF THIS CLASSIC ROAD TRIP TO ISLE OF SKY AND UIG / BRAVO TO YOU ANDREW AND YOUR FAMILY / P.S EVERYTHING WILL GET BETTER WE ARE ALL ! RIDING OUT A STORM WHICH WILL BURN ITSELF OUT / NATURE WILL PREVAIL FOR ALL LIFE ON OUR BEAUTIFUL PLANET EARTH / HEAVEN BLESS /

[@henrybarnett1063]

Amazing, what clear pictures What a journey Thank uuuuu.

[@neilgatward9568]

What a beautifully scenic drive. I must get to do that drive in the future. A good realistic view of the new normal. Hope you both keep well and safe.

[@alisonplant2386]

Fantastic - hadn’t realised how long it was when I started watching but definitely worth it. Loads of great memories of driving that last June. Stay safe.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@handyandy6050]

Thank You so much for this amazing video, Andrew. Brought back so many memories. Hope Yourself and Doogs are fine up there in the Hebrides.

[@davidtaylorbfd]

Who the gives this a thumbs down 🤔. Stunning absolutely stunning, those mountains with the snow on top WOW.

[@vidcrit1187]

There are some very sad individuals out there David.

[@andrewjditton]

@VidCrit Indeed... and too stupid to realise that a thumbs-down counts as an interaction, which helps boost the video's ratings and encourages KZbin to promote it! So it is us who get the last laugh ;@)

[@vidcrit1187]

@@andrewjditton Whatever Andrew. Thanks for promoting our beautiful islands in the way that you do. Wonderful.

[@BarefootBeekeeper]

I haven't been to North Uist for 40 years, but I remember the endless white sand beaches and the machair so well. I will be back one day.

[@andrewjditton]

Hope you get to return soon Phil.

[@AnnMariePlume]

I have so enjoyed watching your journey home; the weather was beautiful on that day, but the scenery was simply stunning. I know some of the route a little, so also enjoyed spotting familiar sights on your journey. I can't wait to go back to Scotland when we can. Now that you and Dougal have had some quality time in your new location, I hope it really feels like home for you both.

[@Chris391971]

I can sense the relief when you’ve almost made it home at the ferry. Hope everything is going ok for you

[@iansmith5601]

Can’t beat blue skies and sunshine!

[@colinrimmer789]

Andrew thank you for that it was magnificent, missing Scotland and my van. Stay safe.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@edenfieldwarrior]

Andrew Ditt

[@PaulSlater]

Absolutely loved this video Andrew. Reminds me of why we’ve moved to Scotland even though we’re stuck inside the place we are renting right now and can’t get out house hunting. That drive from Fort William through to Skye has always felt like I was “coming home” ever since our first visit in 2004. Stay safe the two of you.

[@DaveWilkinson5]

Absolutely stunning scenery to drive though, it's got to be one of the most picturesque routes in the UK. Loved all 50 minutes of it. 👍😀

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@squinugie2091]

Thank you for posting this. I travel to Scotland 4 or 5 times a year and did the same journey as far as Portree a few years ago with my wife one March with identical weather but in a slightly faster car! She died two months after this and your video brought back such memories and a few tears. I hope you are keeping safe.

[@andrewjditton]

Oh I'm so sorry to hear that, but glad to at least have hopefully brought some comforting memories. All the best.

[@jonathanscandrett6633]

Lovely. The scenes from the ferry together with the accompanying music were...quite emotional. Stay safe.

[@lecossais644]

Bonjour Monsieur Ditton, heureux de vous retrouver, j'espère que le confinement se passe bien, restez prudents.... See you soon I hope 🙏

[@edenfieldwarrior]

Brilliant Vlog, thank you. Uplifting to say the least. Stay safe, be happy.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@craigscott7798]

Andrew that was pure joy. We took the same route in the Adria we hired just after your orange version last June/July. Seeing the route in similar conditions to us made the hairs on my neck prickle.... There really is something indescribable about the Highlands/Islands that brings pure joy to the soul. Thank you thank you for Sharing this masterpiece. Xx

[@joseirala534]

Fantastic and magical drive! Scotland is beautiful! Thanks 🙏

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@nevillesnaith7891]

Wonderful drive, brought back so many happy memories 👏👍

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Anne-ev4wj]

Wow, you couldnt have had a more beautiful day for that amazing drive, with the snow on the tops too, stunning! Hope you are keeping well and had time to relax doing a bit of gardening and settling in.

[@brianfield792]

I'm just catching up Andrew, to say it was my pleasure to watch this would be an understatement, stunning, amazing scenery, loved the music also,

[@nfoss5656]

That was just beautiful. Thank you. Stay healthy.

[@hol6956]

Thank you for the second part of the journey. 😃👍I enjoyed watching this roadtrip.

[@andrewjditton]

Thanks for watching

[@williamchanning9055]

One word Andrew 'stunning, stay safe and stay positive 😊

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you, I will

[@richardcrisp6166]

Andrew what an awesome drive up to Uig who needs to go abroad when we have such wonderful countryside. Keep us updated on your new life on the Islands. Best wishes and stay safe

[@andrewjditton]

Thank you!

[@SovereignEllen]

Enjoyed this very much. Thank you.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ianpaulgamble2002]

Sublime wouldn’t do this justice , wow, Keep safe and hope to watch more stunning vlogs from the island

[@buzzukfiftythree]

A lovely video Andrew - many thanks. We've only ever driven the Loch Lomond road in damp conditions, so it was brilliant to see it in sunny conditions. If weather conditions are right the West coast of Scotland is the most beautiful part of the world. Greetings from Kent - your former home county.

[@o2bnov0307]

Andrew, I was thinking, "That's not such a bad road." Then I saw your note about the difficult part about to start. Then...WOW! Not a lot of room for error. Thank you for the drive. Rest well. David

[@hayard61]

Thankyou Mr D. Really enjoyed that relaxing drive. Great company, natty dittys on the wireless and incredible views. I'm off to have a cup of tea now. 😁👍

[@andrewjditton]

Diolch cariad!

[@ivarwb4115]

Thank you for taking us with you on this gorgeous trip through Scotland! A beautiful country that I have never visited - yet. But this video makes me want to go as soon as the world gets back to it's normal state again. Maybe I'll bring my bike? As for now, it's hidden under a cover of freshly fallen snow. It is still winter here in Norway!

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@davidmcnally4773]

Very enjoyable journey, so scenic

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@davidmcnally4773]

@@andrewjditton I certainly did Andrew, cheered me up during this lockdown

[@Birtybirchover]

Stunning scenery and weather. We toured your beloved islands 2 years ago after watching your videos. Hope we can get back sometime in the future. The odd night in our campervan in the drive isn’t quite the same.

[@karinpople1019]

Stunning scenery, lucky you to have such wonderful weather on this part of your journey. Thank you for bringing us along. I was on a coach tour in the spring of 2016 and was lucky enough to see Ben with a beautiful blue sky. Hopefully I make it back to explore on my own someday.

[@andrewjditton]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@anthonypollard4538]

Thanks Andrew. Stay safe.