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SCOTLAND, THE UK AND BEYOND
The Big Friendly Giant of the seas around Scotland
With its gaping jaws and vicious glare, the basking shark looks a ferocious predator. But this mysterious creature has no interest in human flesh and...
Is Jack Vettriano Scotland’s greatest living painter?
The titles of many of Jack Vettriano’s paintings come from songs, films and books: Beautiful Losers, Days of Wine and Roses, Lovers and Other Strangers....
10 of the most unusual weddings in Scotland
Generations of couples have crossed the border to get hitched at Gretna. But many Scots have also come up with their own bizarre ways to...
Sherlock creator awoke Britain’s love of skiing
It’s hard to imagine that just over a century ago skiing in the Alps was unheard of – and might never have caught on without...
Review: Nature meets luxury on an autumn break at Cumbria’s Hidden River Cabins
Morag Bootland heads south of the border for a relaxing dog-friendly, family break at Hidden River Cabins in Cumbia. As we drive through the beautiful...
Glasgow Marriott celebrates a new look
Over 300 guests descended on the refurbished Glasgow Marriott Hotel on Argyle Street last week to celebrate a night to remember for this award-winning property’s...
The Enchanted Forest reveals this year’s theme
The 'Enchanted Forest' is returning this October and November with a new theme. The highly anticipated sound and light show, which takes place in Faskally...
Review: The Alan, Manchester
Like many British cities over the last 30 years Manchester has enjoyed a remarkable renaissance thanks to huge injections from business, culture, sports and general...
Review: The Court restaurant opens in the new look Caledonian Edinburgh Hotel
The Caledonian Edinburgh, or The Caley as it’s known to you and I, has been undergoing something of a transformation. And as part of a...
Scottish star Ewan McGregor gifted cask of Lagg Single Malt
Lagg Distillery on The Isle of Arran have gifted renowned Scottish actor Ewan McGregor his very own cask of Lagg Single Malt. The team at...
Review: The Alchemist, Patron tequila experience
If you either like tequila, or don’t know whether you like tequila, I’d heartily recommend the weekly tasting session at Patron Parlour in The Alchemist...