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The sights Michelle Obama should see in Scotland

Former American First Lady Michelle Obama is due to arrive in Scotland today for the first time. VisitScotland www.visitscotland.com, the national tourism organisation, has turned...
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Scotland’s spaceport plans ready to blast off

It's been visited by Elvis Presley and Donald Trump - and now a Scottish airport could be set to go into orbit. Glasgow Prestwick Airport...

New whisky from Tomatin with a Moscatel finish

Highland whisky distillery Tomatin has today revealed the release of its new limited edition Moscatel finished whisky. The expression, which was distilled in 2003, is...
Sometimes it's better to laugh and walk away, is a biro and ink creation by Scott Mackie, on a vintage 1946 Vogue pattern book

Artist’s unique ballpoint pen work on display

A Scottish artist’s unique work in ballpoint pen on vintage documents is currently on display. The Laundry Gallery in Aviemore is delighted to announce that...
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Just one week to go until Edinburgh Food Festival

Food lovers across Edinburgh and the Lothians have only one week to wait until this year’s Edinburgh Food Festival kicks off in Assembly George Square...

Royal Highland Show 2018 captured in pictures

The 178th Royal Highland Show at Ingliston was a huge success. The four day event attracted just under 200,000 visitors this year, at Scotland’s iconic celebration...
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Review: The Caledonian Hotel, Edinburgh

It was Coco Chanel who said ‘luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it’s not luxury.’ And I think it’s fair to say the purveyors of grandeur...
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Review: The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey

'I could move here.' We've all said it. You're on holiday, drinking in the sun's rays and (most likely) a cold one from the local...

The INEOS Grenadier: How does this 4×4 fair on the sodden hills of Royal Deeside?

It’s rare that I need to be asked twice to head for the hills, but if there’s an opportunity to go off road then I’m...
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Hop On Hop Off vs. Traditional Bus Tours in Edinburgh: Which is Right for You?

Sponsored Content | Exploring the historic and scenic city of Edinburgh offers an array of experiences, with its rich tapestry of culture, architecture, and natural...
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Review – Hotel Edelweiss, Zurs, Austria

Watching the progress of our journey on my phone map and looking up towards our destination, Zürs, it was difficult to imagine how our transport...
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Review: A Car-Free Adventure to Carlisle

  The cathedral city of Carlisle may not be your first thought when planning your next weekend away, but the small border city has much...
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Ardnahoe Distillery: First whisky to come from a new distillery on Islay since 2009 released

It has been six decades since Stewart Laing first learned how to make whisky on Islay. In the 1960s he travelled to the world-famous whisky...
Coalin Finn is the Executive Chef at Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St Andrews.

In a nutshell, Chef Coalin Finn: ‘Family dinner was always at the table, where we laughed and shared stories’

Coalin Finn is the Executive Chef at Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St Andrews. At the Old Course, Coalin is committed to...
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Review: Cherry Blossom Tuesday at Tattu Edinburgh

I’m not sure what alchemy was involved in the scheduling of Tattu restaurant’s Cherry Blossom dinner for the first warm day of the year in...
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Kiefer Sutherland: Hollywood star brings new whisky to the UK

Hollywood star Kiefer Sutherland has unveiled his new whisky to the UK, a homage to his Canadian roots and love of the spirit. The whisky,...
Tom Tsappis, chef-owner Killiecrankie House. Credit Alex Baxter Photography

In a nutshell, Chef Tom Tsappis: ‘I’d love to cook for Tom Cruise’

Chef Tom Tsappis and his wife Matilda moved from London to Killiecrankie in 2021 to realise their dream of opening their own restaurant. Killiecrankie House...
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‘Scotland’s first dog friendly chippy’ launches in St Andrews

A chip shop in St Andrews says it has become 'Scotland’s first dog-friendly chippy' with the launch of a dedicated menu for diners’ pooches. The...