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In the Footsteps of Frozen – Five ‘Frozen’ inspired holidays your family will love
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The film has created such phenomena that people are wanting to experience Frozen in real life and are trying to get all the senses of Arendelle. Surprisingly, there are quite a few options available to make you feel like you are in the magical land of Frozen.
By Phil Taylor
It could be argued that no Disney film has had a...
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Is it normal to eat out at restaurants alone? Absolutely! Here are our tips for solo diners
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Going to a restaurant is a pleasant experience and one that many people enjoy as a group but why do so many people struggle with going to a restaurant on their own?
By Phil Taylor
Restaurants can be off-putting places for solo travellers and diners. Surrounded by couples and families, many dread the question, 'table for one?'.
With two for one meals...
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Is Denver Airport a centre of evil? The bizarre conspiracy theories which plague Colorado’s international airport
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Ever since opening in 1995, Denver International Airport has been the subject of conspiracy theories linking it to government cover-ups and the world's elite. The airport's artwork which includes a model of a demon horse with glowing red eyes and a statue of the Egyptian god of death have only fueled the rumours that the airport is a...
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The most photographed beach in Europe – what links Zakynthos Bay in Greece to Scotland?
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This ordinary ship from the Clyde has had an extraordinary life - from rescuing survivors at Dunkirk in its early years to its final resting place where it now features as the backdrop to the most photographed beach in Europe. This is the story of the MV Panagiotis.
MV Panagiotis – From the Clyde to Zakynthos
By James McKean
Constructed on...
Fair Isle is officially the most remote island in Britain – it can also be challenging to reach and is totally bereft of pubs and restaurants; and yet, tourists flood to this slight island, positioned between Orkney and Shetland, annually in their hundreds. So, what is it about the isle that draws globe trotters towards this seemingly insignificant island?
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Covid travel restrictions has turned 2020 into the year of staycations and has subsequently witnessed the biggest uptake in the hiring and purchasing of campervans, caravans, and motorhomes – especially in Scotland. With its vast remoteness, its accessibility, and its award-winning landscapes, Scotland is one of the most ideal countries for campervan-based holidays in the world.
By James McKean
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Come fly with me? Many airlines will probably get a negative answer to that question this year as Covid lockdown measures continue. But what if you have Avios points accumulating? Well, it is not necessarily all bad news as British Airways recently announced a 6 month extension on any unused companion vouchers members. What are the options then if...
The coronavirus pandemic is a crisis for the airline industry, but it is also an opportunity to reevaluate the design of the passenger experience and totally re-think seat design.
By Bev Cleary
Ever had that ‘sinking’ feeling when you find out that your airline seat is the ‘dreaded’ middle one? Let’s face it, many of us have been there – quite...
The Isle of Barra holds many fascinating sights for a tourist. Even your arrival by plane will be an experience - it is the only pace in the world where scheduled commercial flights land on a beach!
By Phil Taylor
Just off the mainland of North Western Scotland is the wonderful Outer Hebrides which is full of history, idyllic views, and...
Despite being the biggest of Scotland’s Small Isles, the Isle of Rum is the least populated island. The majority of its 25,850-hectare surface area lies uninhabited, with the entirety of its minor population of thirty-or-so people residing in the small village of Kinloch, which is located on its eastern shore. Despite its lack in residents, Rum remains a popular...