Posts Tagged ‘travel’
Fair is foul and foul is fair in the Great Witch Hunt
In our open society of the 21st century, where people are allowed to practice their believes, it’s easy to forget about the Great Witch Hunt in Scotland. It’s 421 years since they took place, during which time hundreds of men and women were tried and tortured in a campaign led by fear and paranoia. From…
Read MoreStéphanie can no longer mask her artistic skills
Having begun her artistic career designing costumes, masks and puppets, Aberdeenshire-based Brazilian artist Stéphanie Vandem later turned her attention to painting and drawing. She discovered a love for the chiaroscuro of Caravaggio and the large compositions and drama of the Renaissance painters while studying in Florence. The struggle of humanity, portrayed in the twisted figures…
Read MoreWhisky heavyweight to push firm’s growth
A Scotch whisky firm has appointed a new global travel retail director, who has been charged with driving the ambitious growth strategy of the company’s portfolio of premium spirits. Ian Macleod Distillers has announced William Ovens has taken on the post. He brings extensive experience to his new role. For the past four years William…
Read MoreMethod to the madness as new shop opens
A bespoke Scottish luxury specialist is branching out with a handmade furniture store. The husband and wife team behind Method Studio, a design practise and artisan workshop with international clients including Burberry, Bentley and Aesop, has opened the doors on a handmade furniture shop in the Historic Royal Burgh of Linlithgow. Architect Marisa Giannasi and…
Read MoreSolve the mystery on new Scottish treasure trail
If you fancy yourself as a part-time Sherlock Holmes, then there’s a new challenge awaiting in Aberdeenshire. Treasure trail maps are available in six north east towns containing clues which once they have all been completed, reveal a famous location. The maps are available in libraries at Banchory, Banff, Macduff, Oldmeldrum, Stonehaven and Westhill. The…
Read MoreThe Railway is on track to capture some history
In 2016, Hamish Napier was commissioned by Karen Blessington of the Grantown East: Highland Heritage and Cultural Centre, to compose and record a soundtrack encapsulating the essence of the once derelict Grantown East railway station and the people whose lives were dominated by its existence. Not an easy task, but a challenge Hamish has surely…
Read MoreA very busy weekend is in store for Aberdeen
This weekend a Scottish city will be enjoying two days of sporting achievement, celebration and music. Saturday and Sunday, (25 and 26 August, promise to be memorable with Celebrate Aberdeen and the Simplyhealth Great Aberdeen Run return to the city. On Saturday 25 August, Celebrate Aberdeen will feature the Union Street mile run organised by…
Read MorePrestigious award won by a Scottish tourist attraction
A Scottish tourist attraction has been voted amongst the best 1% in the world – and it’s probably not the one you were expecting. Landmark Forest Adventure Park, located just outside Aviemore, has once again been named in the Top 1% of visitor attractions worldwide. The Scottish visitor attraction, which first opened its doors back…
Read MoreOutlander inspired trips to 17th and 18th century Scotland
Jacobites will descend on Fort George this weekend as the Outlander-inspired Kings and Clansmen event takes place for the first time. The Jacobite soldiers will share their stories on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 August, based on the tales that inspired the Outlander novels. Visitors will travel through the history of the risings as they…
Read MoreMum’s the word with this tasty chicken recipe
Kirsten Gilmour, chef and owner of The Mountain Cafe in Aviemore, first came to the UK after winning a prize. She spent time cooking in New Zealand, where she won a competition for trainee chefs which allowed her to travel to London. But opening the Mountain Cafe was a big step. She said: ‘I’d never…
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