Alex Burns

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This magical seaplane offers people the chance to view Scotland’s west coast from a completely unique perspective

BEST OF SCOTLAND Five great Scottish experiences you can give as a gift this Christmas
Forget boring socks, or a beauty gift set they’ll never use. This Christmas, why not get your loved ones a present to remember?

J.A.Braithwaite is the oldest shop in Dundee,

BEST OF SCOTLAND 15 of the best independent shops in Scotland to visit this Christmas
When it comes to Christmas shopping, Amazon doesn’t need your custom – but there’s plenty of Scottish small businesses that do.

Invented in The Netherlands in 2015, this remarkably simple product is designed to distribute heat faster, and more evenly, from a radiator

COMMERCIAL CONTENT Can this £60 product really cut my heating bill by up to 22%?
The remarkably simple SpeedComfort is designed to distribute heat faster, and more evenly, from a radiator and around a room

Glencoe Woodland Lodges offer an escape from it all this New Year

BEST OF SCOTLAND Five of the best things to do this Hogmanay in Scotland
Don't fancy seeing in the New Year watching comedy repeats on TV? Here's alternative ways to welcome it in style

'Hungry office workers queuing down the street' : understanding the magic of Sprigg

BUSINESS HQ 'Hungry office workers queuing down the street': Understanding the magic of Sprigg
Founder Tom McDermott started the brand after being disappointed by the options available to him at lunch in the city centre

A Play, Pie and A Pint at Oran Mor is a festive treat

BEST OF SCOTLAND Five of Scotland’s best Christmas shows (that aren’t traditional pantomimes)
Think festive theatre exclusively entails going to the panto? Oh no it doesn’t! There’s plenty of alternative shows to enjoy across Scotland this Christmas

Glen Affric’s stunning landscape is the perfect place to enjoy autumnal colours

BEST OF SCOTLAND Five of the best autumnal walks to enjoy across Scotland
After our ‘summer’ turned into a bit of a washout, autumnal walks let you see the seasonal colours at their best

Cyprus has an array of noteworthy tourist attractions, including Aphrodite's rock (above)

Why a trip to Cyprus is so much more than a 'fly and flop' holiday
I have a confession to make. I’ve been to Cyprus three times, and couldn’t tell you a single historic attraction I’ve visited.

Witch trials were rife around Scotland, with thousands tried and executed based on hearsay and flimsy ‘evidence’ such as having a mole or birthmark

BEST OF SCOTLAND New book shines a light on the Scots women impacted by the witch trials
Thousands were executed based on hearsay and flimsy ‘evidence’ such as having a mole or birthmark

Blackthorn Burger in St Andrews is a favourite haunt for students

BEST OF SCOTLAND Five of the best budget eats for students in Scotland

As universities return across the country, some students will blow their budget in the first week. No fear, here's the best value spots to eat in each city

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