ORKNEY ISLANDS UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neolithic monuments such as the Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar, along with rugged cliffs, birdlife, and more, lure visitors to these enchanting islands, off Scotland’s northeast coast. Fly from cities such as Glasgow or Aberdeen or take a ferry from several departure points, including John O’Groats, along the North Coast 500 driving route. orkney.com.