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Michelle's Monologues

Dec 11, 2019
2 min

It's All Wrapped Up at Johnstons of Elgin

Here in Scotland we are great believers that the weather isn't that bad, it's just you have to wear the right clothing. Johnstons of Elgin

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Michelle's Monologues

Dec 9, 2019
2 min

Edinburgh's No1 Chocolate Experience

Love chocolate? You will love The Chocolatarium! Located in the heart of Edinburgh's old town, this is one attraction you must visit.

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Michelles Monologues

Oct 16, 2019
2 min

World's End Edinburgh

Edinburgh has many hidden secrets! Did you know that once the city was surrounded by a wall - Flodden Wall? The World's End pub so called because this litera...

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Michelles Monologues

Oct 15, 2019
4 min

How To Travel To Elgin, Scotland On A Day Trip

The Royal Burgh of Elgin dates back to 1190 AD. A former Cathedral City, the historic town is famous for it's industries such as textiles and of course whisk...

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MDHarding

Oct 11, 2019
2 min

Celebrate Autumn in Aberfeldy, Kenmore & Loch Tay

If you've been following and reading my monologues for a while, you will know that one of my favourite times of year in Scotland is Autumn. The colours are j...

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Michelles Monologues

Sep 30, 2019
2 min

What Not To Miss When Visiting Loch Tay - A Scotland Travel Blog

Loch Tay situated in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, is the largest Loch in Perthshire and one of the deepest Lochs in Scotland. At over 508 ft deep, it...

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Michelles Monologues

Sep 29, 2019
3 min

Scottish Island Getaways - A Scotland Travel Blog

Did you know there are over 790 incredible Scottish Islands to visit. With many that are easy to reach and seem like a world away. Here's some you might like...

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Michelles Monologues

Sep 25, 2019
16 min

Edinburgh's Old Town Close

Edinburgh's old Town is one of six of Scotland's UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The High Street or also known as the Royal Mile takes centre stage with many a ...

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Michelles Monologues

Sep 4, 2019
3 min

Things To See And Do In Glasgow That You Might Not Have Heard Of

Being a local I am always interested in discovering new places to visit, attractions, restaurants and more. While visiting Glasgow on a day trip from Edinbur...

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Michelles Monologues

Aug 26, 2019
3 min

The Best of Edinburgh International Book Festival 2019

There is one Edinburgh festival that is always in my diary - Edinburgh International Book Festival. It's always jam packed with events that are intriguing, i...

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Michelles Monologues

Aug 14, 2019
2 min

Secret Edinburgh: An Unusual Guide - Book Review

As a resident in Edinburgh I'm always looking out for something new to explore and enjoy. This Edinburgh travel guide gives you lots of factual information o...

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MDHarding

Aug 12, 2019
4 min

Scotland's UNESCO Heritage Sites

Did you know Scotland has six UNESCO Heritage Sites? These are New Lanark, St Kilda, Neolithic Orkney, Edinburgh, Antonine Wall and The Forth Bridge. 2017 wa...

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Michelle's Monologues

Aug 6, 2019
2 min

Tartan Tastic

Grassmarket Tartans began in 2011 as part of the Grassmarket Community Project. A talented team member was inspired by Greyfriars Bobby.

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Michelles Monologues

Jul 26, 2019
2 min

Foodie Friday in Edinburgh

Travel the world's tasty delights within Edinburgh. From China to Hungary, India to Vietnam there is something for everyone! Recently, I visited my first Fil...

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Michelles Monologues

Jul 15, 2019
3 min

Day Trip To Broughty Ferry, Scotland

With the summer school holidays here for another few weeks have you thought about visiting Broughty Ferry? Broughty Ferry located in the Scottish region of D...

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MDHarding

Dec 7, 2018
3 min

Got to Gigha a Go

The Isle of Gigha located on the west coast of Scotland, is home to a population of 160. At only seven miles long and a mile and half wide it is an ideal wal...

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MDHarding

Nov 30, 2018
3 min

Pirates arrr In Fife

Pirates are thought to have been only in the America's or Caribbean but did you know some were Scottish? Have you heard of Captain Avery a 17th century pirat...

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MDHarding

Jul 21, 2018
1 min

Red Bus Bistro

Last week we had the lovely opportunity to explore our home city of Edinburgh while enjoying a scrumptious afternoon tea. You might think well this is nothin...

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MDHarding

May 10, 2018
2 min

150 Years Charles Rennie Mackintosh

I first heard of Charles Rennie Mackintosh while I studied at high school. My secondary art teacher was passionate about art, architecture and the "Glasgow ...

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MDHarding

Jan 29, 2018
2 min

Book Review: Robert Louis Stevenson in Samoa - Joseph Farrell

"There was something in Stevenson of what was later defined as the nomadic Scot, a person with vision rooted in his homeland but keen to move towards ever mo...

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