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One Week Itinerary To Shetland, Scotland

Michelle's Monologues

Jul 304 min read

One Week Itinerary To Shetland, Scotland

Back in May, I traveled with a lovely group of 15 to one of the most northerly Scottish points - Shetland. There is so much history,...

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Michelle's Monologues

Jul 294 min read

Isle of Arran & Mull of Kintyre Trip

Back in June, I travelled for one week with a lovely group of 13 from London Kings Cross to Brodrick, Isle of Arran. It was a fun-filled...

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9-Day Itinerary Western Isles and more in Scotland

Michelle's Monologues

Jul 257 min read

9-Day Itinerary Western Isles and more in Scotland

9-Day Itinerary Western Isles and more in Scotland including highlights Loch Lomond, Jacobite Steam Train, and Isle of Skye plus more!

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Travel Back In Time To Renaissance Scotland

Michelle's Monologues

Jun 191 min read

Travel Back In Time To Renaissance Scotland

Travel back in time to Renaissance Scotland with the National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh. See beautifully crafted objects and more.

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Café Canna: Recipes from award-winning restaurant, and the remotest in Britain - Book Review

Michelle's Monologues

Apr 232 min read

Café Canna: Recipes from award-winning restaurant, and the remotest in Britain - Book Review

Celebrating locally produced food at Café Canna, an award-winning restaurant located on the beautiful Scottish Island of Canna.

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Michelle's Monologues

Apr 224 min read

The Best Boat Trips In Scotland

With Scotland being an island, it will come as no surprise that it has some of the best boat trips. Here are some not to be missed.

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Five-Day Itinerary For Central Scotland: Including Gateway To The Scottish Highlands

Michelle's Monologues

Apr 173 min read

Five-Day Itinerary For Central Scotland: Including Gateway To The Scottish Highlands

Central Scotland is a perfect place to base yourself for exploring beautiful, historic, and charming places including Aberfoyle and more.

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Visiting The Scottish Highland Village of Carrbridge

Michelle's Monologues

Mar 223 min read

Visiting The Scottish Highland Village of Carrbridge

The small Scottish Highland village of Carrbridge is well worth a visit! Historical Packhorse Bridge, beautiful local walks, and more!

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Kith - The New Scottish Food Cook Book By Sarah Rankin BBC Masterchef Finalist

Michelle's Monologues

Mar 202 min read

Kith - The New Scottish Food Cook Book By Sarah Rankin BBC Masterchef Finalist

Masterchef Finalist, Sarah Rankin's new book - Kith: Scottish Seasonal Food for Family and Friends.Beautiful Scottish practical food dishes.

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30th Anniversary Golden Spurtle Porridge Making World Championship Carrbridge

Michelle's Monologues

Mar 206 min read

30th Anniversary Golden Spurtle Porridge Making World Championship Carrbridge

Scotland is passionate about food but one in particular comes to mind, it's oats! 30th Golden Spurtle Porridge Making World Championships.

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Exploring Gairloch and The Isle of Skye, Scotland

Michelle's Monologues

Mar 146 min read

Exploring Gairloch and The Isle of Skye, Scotland

What to know when planning your trip to Gairloch and the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Five-day itinerary departing from Edinburgh.

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Ideas To Treat Mum This Mother's Day In Edinburgh

Michelle's Monologues

Feb 153 min read

Ideas To Treat Mum This Mother's Day In Edinburgh

Treating mum to something special this Mothering Sunday in Edinburgh. Here are some ideas including a rich and regal afternoon tea!

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What's On This Valentine's Day In Scotland - 2024

Michelle's Monologues

Jan 112 min read

What's On This Valentine's Day In Scotland - 2024

Something for everyone this Valentine's Day including stargazing, romantic getaways, spa retreats, candlelight dinners and more in Scotland.

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Scottish Island Getaways - A Scotland Travel Blog

Michelle's Monologues

Dec 20, 20238 min read

Scottish Island Getaways - A Scotland Travel Blog

With Scotland having 900 islands it can be difficult or perhaps daunting to travel to. Here is how you can enjoy island hopping in Scotland.

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Christmas Movies To Watch During The Holidays

Michelle's Monologues

Dec 13, 20233 min read

Christmas Movies To Watch During The Holidays

Here are a few Christmas movies to watch during the holidays that you might not have heard of with some inspired and filmed in Scotland.

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Hands on Food and Drink Experiences In Edinburgh

Michelle's Monologues

Sep 14, 20231 min read

Hands on Food and Drink Experiences In Edinburgh

Love food and drink? How about a more hands-on approach to food and drink? Here are some experiences to try in Edinburgh.

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Enchanting Autumn & Winter Illuminations To Visit In Scotland 2023

Michelle's Monologues

Sep 11, 20234 min read

Enchanting Autumn & Winter Illuminations To Visit In Scotland 2023

Enchanting, entertaining sound and light shows for all the family, taking place around Scotland this autumn and winter 2023.

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Michelle's Monologues

Apr 12, 20233 min read

V&A Dundee Tartan Exhibition - Review

Tartan is an inspirational, informative, and detailed exhibition taking place at the V&A Dundee. Here is what you need to know.

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Celtic Connections Music Festival 30th Anniversary, Glasgow

Michelle's Monologues

Feb 6, 20233 min read

Celtic Connections Music Festival 30th Anniversary, Glasgow

The UK's premier celebration of Celtic music - Celtic Connections Music Festival. Highlights from 2023 include a 30th-anniversary concert.

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Michelle's Monologues

Feb 1, 20232 min read

The 6 Best Walking Tours In Edinburgh

Taking a walking tour in Edinburgh is the best way to see it. Here are six of the best walking tours you don't want to miss while visiting.

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