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Cairngorms, Scotland Cairngorms Scotland Remove
In August13°C17 rainy days
Flying time10h 25mfrom Los Angeles
Ideal stay3–4 nights
Best forWalkers & hikers · Wildlife & nature · Adventure seekers
The feel of itBig, bare, weather-ruled
Where people stayAviemoreor Boat of Garten and Nethy Bridge
Getting aroundA car is close to essential
Money and languageGBPEnglish
AccommodationExpensive

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