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Scotland: Explore castles and clans on a small-ship cruise

By Anne Harnagel
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Are you a Maclean, MacKinnon or MacDonald? Or maybe a Campbell or MacLaren? Then this fall excursion into the heart of Scottish history could help you gain insight into your clan history.

The Majestic Line, a Scottish small-ship company, is offering a six-night cruise that explores the castles and clans of the Hebrides.

The ship, which holds 11 guests, departs from Oban on the west coast of Scotland. Stops include the Island of Mull, home to descendants of the ancient clans of MacDonalds, Macquarries and MacLaines, among others. On Mull, guests will have an opportunity to tour Duart Castle, the seat of clan Maclean, and visit the town of Tobermory and its museum and Tobermory Distillery. Other highlights include a tour of Castle Stalker, on Loch Laich, with links to the Stewarts, Campbells and MacLarens; a stop at the Island of Lismore; and a cruise on Loch Leven and a visit to Glencoe.

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Six double cabins are available; two cabins are reserved on each cruise for solo travelers, with no single supplement.

Dates: Departs Oct. 11 and Oct. 18
Price: About $2,845 per person (includes 10% discount), all inclusive excluding alcohol. International airfare is not included.
Info: Majestic Line, 011-44-1369-707951

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Anne Harnagel

Anne Harnagel was an editor in the Travel section from 2009 to 2021. She has worked at the Los Angeles Times since 1996, with stints in Business and Calendar sections as well as the Los Angeles Times Magazine. Previously, she was managing editor of Home magazine, managing editor/features for the New York Times Syndicate and managing editor for the American Lawyer magazine. She is a native of Los Angeles.

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