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WIN A SEASONAL STAY AT THE ROWAN TREE COUNTRY HOTEL FOR TWO PEOPLE WITH VISIT CAIRNGORMS
Relax and enjoy a quintessential Scottish winter escape with a two-night stay for two, at The Rowan Tree Country Hotel, with a two-course dinner included on both evenings and a delicious breakfast served each morning. The Rowan Tree Country Hotel is a delightful small country hotel located just 3 miles from Aviemore, in the Cairngorms, which…
Read MoreWIN A THREE NIGHT BREAK IN A LOCHSIDE HOTEL
At Strontian Hotel – perfectly situated for exploring the West Coast of Scotland. Set at the Gateway to the Ardnamurchan Peninsula, otherwise known as the Wild West of Scotland, Strontian Hotel & Bothy Bar has spectacular views from the head of Loch Sunart and it offers the perfect base for exploring. Originally the mine manager’s…
Read MoreReview: Scotch Whisky Experience, Edinburgh
The Scotch Whisky Experience sits in a prominent spot on the Royal Mile, a landmark in itself inviting tourists to discover the world of whisky before embarking further up the hill to the cultural relic that is the Edinburgh Castle. Founded in 1988 by 19 whisky companies eager to showcase the wonderful world of Scottish…
Read MoreWin the ‘trip of a lifetime’ on the world-famous North Coast 500
Win the ‘trip of a lifetime’ on the world-famous North Coast 500 for two people with Highland Coast Hotels this winter, including 4 nights bed and breakfast staying in a superior double room. Travelling the NC500 is just one of the ways to explore the Highlands but if you want to go off the beaten…
Read MoreReview: Chaophraya, Edinburgh
With stunning views of Edinburgh Castle, Chaophraya is often found on lists of must-visit restaurants in the city. Oozing with atmosphere and ambience, the restaurant is known for offering flavoursome Thai cuisine from an extensive menu, so I was delighted to hear about and try their new breakfast menu. Located on the third floor of…
Read MoreQ&A with Karuizawa’s Master Distiller, Yoshiyuki Nakazato
Founded in 1955 in Miyota, Japan, a small town with a humid continental climate located on the foothills of Mount Asama in the Nagano Prefecture, Karuizawa Distillery was known for its creative and high-quality small-batch sherry-cask releases. After closing in 2000, Karuizawa vintages were highly sought after, evidenced by the bottles sold on whisky market…
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Fringe Review: Ananta, The Eternal
Ananta, The Eternal is a collection of lushly told tales illustrated by two very talented dancers, says Megan Amato. ★★★ The jingle of bells could be heard as dancers walked across the stage in darkness. After an introduction to the deity the work is inspired by, two women appear exquisitely adorned and dressed in jewel…
Read MoreFringe Review: Dracula
KCS Theatre Company’s Dracula remains an incredibly atmospheric production combining classical stage-acting with physical theatre, says Megan Amato. ★★★★ I have one rule and one rule only for a Dracula adaption, and that is the man – or beast – in question must make me question my own moral fibre. The rest is fair game,…
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