In the far reaches of Scotland’s Outer Hebrides lies a rare gem — Barra Airport, the only place in the world where commercial planes land on the sands of a beach. Set against rugged coastlines and sweeping skies, this tiny airport offers travellers a truly Highland welcome. Instead of tarmac, the runway is a stretch of firm beach marked by wooden posts, blending right into the island’s natural landscape. Flight times vary each day, carefully timed to suit the tide. The only route in and out is a