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Scillonian III sets sail for the first time this season on Monday 18th March

Scillonian III will set sail again on Monday, 18th March 2024, transporting tens of thousands of passengers to and from the Isles of Scilly. During 2023, the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group’s much-loved passenger ferry transported over 118,000 passengers to the islands. This year, the Group is continuing to strengthen the ease of travel to…

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Steamship Group appoints new vessels site manager

The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group has appointed Peter Broad as Site Manager for its new vessel build project. Peter, a former chief engineer, Lloyds Register surveyor and engineering consultant, has a wealth of experience representing ship owners with the build of more than 120 new vessels. In January, the Steamship Group signed contracts with…

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Online check-in going live for first Scillonian sailing of 2024

Scillonian III’s new online check-in will be going live in time for the first sailing of 2024. For the first time, passengers will be able to check in for their journey online 24 hours before their scheduled departure. Passengers arriving for their sailing will be able to bypass the check-in queue and move straight to…

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Longer Days on Scilly

Travelling to the Isles of Scilly on Scillonian III is an experience unlike any other. From watching dolphins play in the Atlantic waters, to looking out for puffins and other birds with those trusty binoculars and that moment where you see the islands for the first time as you sail in… it is a trip…

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A dog walk to always remember

From coastal walks that behold spectacular views of the islands, to white-sand beaches that stretch for miles, to roads with barely any cars in sight… a dog walk on the Isles of Scilly is something not to be missed.   If you long to visit a location with your dog that truly offers an exciting…

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Experience is everything…

Experience is everything…   What ignites your love of travel? Here at Isles of Scilly Travel, we’re firm believers in the power of experiences. We also believe that you don’t need to travel far to expand your horizons. Sometimes the best experiences aren’t that far from home. Imagine a short break which was a true…

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Activity guides

Tick off your new year’s resolutions with a trip to the Isles of Scilly

How many of us fill those early days in January with notebooks and ideas, jotting down everything that we wish to achieve or fulfil in the coming year?   It might be that we want to spend more time to ourselves, relaxing on a beach to the sound of the waves gently lapping… or maybe…

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Behind the Scenes

Celebrating another busy year for Scillonian III and Skybus

As 2023 comes to an end let’s have a look at the season that has just gone by.   It has been a busy 12 months welcoming and transporting almost 120,000 passengers and 7,000 dogs to the Isles of Scilly across our Scillonian III and Skybus services. We have loved helping visitors and their four-legged…

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Island life

Celebrating the beauty of a wintery walk

As the colours of autumn fade into winter, and coldness permeates the air, it can be tempting to stay inside and let the walking boots gather dust beside the door.   Even though winter brings with it a chill and a longing to curl up beside the fireplace, heading out for a winter walk can…

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Island life

Give an island experience with our gift vouchers

Swimming in calm, turquoise waters while you take in the spectacular view surrounding you. Lounging on a terrace with a glass of wine and a belly full of local, freshly caught fish. Walking along white-sand beaches, where the only footprints left behind are your own. Watching with astonishment as you visit an off-island so peaceful…

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Island life

12 Days of Scilly Gifts

With the days gradually getting shorter and the winter chill firmly here, it means that Christmas is finally just around the corner. Whether you’re looking for Scilly-inspired stationery and games, beautiful handmade jewellery from St Martin’s, or exotic succulents fresh from the farms of Bryher, we’ve got you covered. Each establishment in this guide is…

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Community

Supporting Five Islands Academy

In September the Steamship Group announced its support for Five Islands Academy on St Mary’s with 200 Scillonian III tickets – giving pupils the chance to compete in sporting events on the mainland throughout the academic year. With tight school budgets, the sponsorship means island children can take part in a variety of competitive sporting…

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