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Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian.

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: 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...
The Atlantic Hotel, Jersey by night.

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...
Yamato is a Japanese fine dining restaurant that focuses on the simplicity of high quality ingredients over fussy presentation.

Review: Yamato, Edinburgh

Megan Amato heads to fine dining Japanese restaurant Yamato to try out the offering which does not disappoint.   I often make the joke with...

Maintenance will ensure that Falkirk is still the Wheel deal

The Falkirk Wheel is set to be drained of water as annual maintenance works get underway to ensure the world’s only rotating boat lift keeps...
The Forth Road Bridge is to reopen to traffic on Thursday this week

Re-opened Forth bridge will offer road relief to commuters

The Forth Road Bridge will fully reopen tomorrow (Thursday) as a dedicated public transport corridor, giving passengers a head start on their journeys between Edinburgh...
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Woodland wonderland

Macdonald Forest Hills Hotel and Spa sits on a small hill overlooking the glorious Loch Ard, just outside Aberfoyle. The road seems to get progressively...
Balnakeil Bay in Durness, Sutherland

Scotland’s answer to Route 66 is one of the best value for money tourism experiences on Earth

Scotland’s answer to America’s Route 66 has been named one of the best value for money tourism experiences on the planet. The North Coast 500...
The Tweed Dales: Journeys and Excavations

Book review – The Tweed Dales: Journeys and Excavations

What’s the story? In an interesting hybrid of historical writing, folklore and travel writing, Elspeth Turner and Donald Smith attempt to take their reader on...
Madame Scotia, Madam Scrap
By Hélène Witcher

Book review: Madame Scotia, Madam Scrap by Hélène Witcher

What’s the story? Madame Scotia, Madam Scrap is the story of Héloïse Russell-Fergusson, an eccentric free spirit and pioneer of Hebridean and unconventional clarsach, or...
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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...