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 Miriam Brand-Spencer

Miriam likes walking her dog, BBC Radio 4, living in Scotland and promoting it with VisitScotland!

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6 Scottish Fire Festivals That Will Warm Your Heart This Winter

It’s time for us to wrap up warm and take to the streets to fight the darkness with spectacular winter fire festivals...

6 perfectly scenic summer walks in Scotland

The long hours of daylight during Scotland’s summer months provide the perfect opportunity to explore the outdoors – and whether you’re...

5 Amazing Ways to Spend a Week in Scotland

So, you’re planning to spend a week in Scotland? Now to decide where to go and what to do during...

6 amazing Scottish gardens to explore

Whatever the season, you’ll find something beautiful to enjoy in Scotland’s gardens. Fresh spring buds, summer blooms, autumnal leaves and...

5 egg-cellent places to buy Scottish Easter eggs

On the hunt for an exquisite Scottish Easter egg? Looking for some chocolate themed fun for your family? Then we...

12 iconic Scottish bridges

There is an impressive range of bridges in Scotland, many of which were designed by Scots and built by Scottish...

Hotel or Self Catering Holiday – Which is Right For You?

Got your heart set on a Scottish holiday that’s just bursting with fascinating historic attractions, stunning panoramic views and thrilling activities...

Introducing Scotland’s Fourth Forth Bridge – An April fool built on truth!

Ok, it’s time to come clean – we *may* have been a little flexible with the truth, as is traditional...

Fantastic ferry journeys

For many, the ideal holiday involves great scenery, tasty local food and drink, enjoying fresh air in the outdoors, and...