To really intrigue the kids this summer, tell them you're going to catch a historic wooden ferry to Inchcailloch, the mysterious "Isle of the Old Woman" in the middle of Loch Lomond. Camping on the island is just a couple of quid a night at Port Bawn, a handy base to explore the renowned nature trail and spot white fallow deer swimming between the islands. If they're still not convinced, tell them Inchcailloch's graveyard houses the dead ancestors of Rob Roy - well we hope they're dead - which has to be the deal breaker.

• Ferry from Balmaha Boatyard (01360 870 214, balmahaboatyard.co.uk) £3pp single. Camping £2pp per night, under-12s free (01389 722100, book ahead).