Posted by: andrewmcd on: September 17, 2009
The latest incarnation of Doctor Who has been running on the BBC for over 4 years now, and its phenomenal success and popularity shows no signs of abaiting. First Christopher Ecclestone then David Tennant have taken on the Sonic Screwdriver mantle – and next year a new, younger Doctor will take over, Matt Smith, and [...]
Posted by: boydie on: June 8, 2009
Our Attractions
This is the centenary year for the RZSS and it is going to be a massive and exiting year at Edinburgh Zoo with our attractions and wide selection of rare international animals.
The rainbow lorikeet birds are stunning up close.
Learn about evolution whilst having fun watching the chimpanzees in their innovative interactive home.
Here at Edinburgh [...]
Posted by: andrewmcd on: April 21, 2009
We have posted previously of our fondness for Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland. Edinburgh’s unique geographical situation surely give it the distinction of being the most beautiful city in Britain. The dramatic backdrop of Edinburgh Castle is a sight that wows millions of tourists every year.
A city as rich in culture and history as [...]
Posted by: andrewmcd on: February 12, 2009
These days it seems that the ‘micro-blogging’ tool Twitter and its community are never far from the headlines. For anyone out there who has managed to avoid it so far, Twitter is a Social Networking site that allows users to provide updates on whatever they happen to be doing via either their mobile phone or [...]
Posted by: andrewmcd on: September 19, 2008
The ex-first minister of Scotland Jack McConnell tried to brand Scotland the ‘Best Small Country in the World’. Although this rather patronising slogan has since been shelved, the truth is that McConnell was not far off the mark – Scotland is a fantasic place to visit. It offers something for everyone – here are some [...]
Posted by: andrewmcd on: August 13, 2008
10 Glasgow Highlights
Being a born and bred Weegie, surely a totally original ‘top 10′ list is long overdue. Lets have a look at what the ‘dear green place’ has to offer.
1. The Hotels – There is a very diverse range of accommodation and hotels in glasgow, from high end luxury to hostels, there is something [...]
Posted by: andrewmcd on: June 11, 2008
Edinburgh Festival 2008 – 8th-31st August
Its almost that time of year again in Edinburgh, with the 2008 festival due to kick off on the 8th of August. As usual there is a diverse programme of events from classical music, theatre, opera and dance to the interctive entertainment festival . You can see a preview video [...]
Posted by: andrewmcd on: May 30, 2008
After posting last week about the Brighton Stag expedition, i decided to have a look around some other travel blogs to find some similar posts. Amongst the best were this one detailing an experience in Antigua which is very well written and entertaining. On a totally different slant, I also enjoyed this blog on Stirling [...]
Posted by: nicknick82 on: January 21, 2008
a good hotel offer, I think.
I checked my inbox on Saturday to find a lovely little treat from De Vere; De Vere are offering 2 for 1 on all their deluxe UK hotels. From reading the email it would seem that they are extending their winter offers, this one expires on February 29th.
I had a [...]
Posted by: boydie on: November 13, 2007
Hotel: Ramada Jarvis have over 40 Hotels throughout the UK.
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Ramada Jarvis are offering rated from only £69 per night. Ramada Jarvis hotels are located in accessible locations throughout the UK, close to many metropolitain centres. Each hotel offers quality food, friendly surroundings – [...]