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KEVIN REID Technician at Strathisla Distillery Kevin and his four colleagues take immense pride in their work and are responsible for the entire distilling process.
Kevin’s tip: Kevin is an avid walker and recommends hiking up one of Scotland’s many hills and mountains to admire the spectacu- lar views. Why not ‘bag a Munro’ during your trip to Scotland? A Munro is a mountain with a height of over 3,000ft.
ROBERT BALLANTYNE Battle re-enactor Robert has been involved in battle re- enactments for many years and also runs educational programmes for visitors and schools.
He made many of his fascinating and elabo- rate costumes, ranging from medieval battle armour to Jacobean outfits.
Robert’s tip: Stirling Castle is one of Scot- land’s most historically-important sites and was once a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations at the castle. Today you can meet the costumed characters in the roles of bodyguards, court officials, maids of honour and servants who will welcome you into 16th-century life.
LADY CLAIRE MACDONALD Food ambassador Lady Claire is the author of several best- selling cookbooks and holds lectures around the world. She appears in numer-
ous television and radio broadcasts, delivers cooking courses and is also the chef at the award-winning Michelin-star Kinloch Hotel on the Isle of Skye.
Lady Claire’s tip: Flavour of Shetland is a perfect way to experience the culinary delights and culture of the islands. ‘A fantastic event that showcases not only food and drink but also the music, art, crafts and culture of the island,’ says Lady Claire. ‘At the time of the summer solstice, Shetland is a very special, magical place anyway. The sun shines 19 hours a day.’
KATHLEEN MACINNES Gaelic singer Kathleen splits her time between her family in Glasgow and perform- ing at lively festivals and concerts, particularly in the Highlands and islands
where Gaelic is still widely spoken. Kathleen never tires of the stunning scenery as she travels from gig to gig and she enjoys the balance of Glasgow life and the north Highlands and islands, which inspire her work. Kathleen says: ‘I have the best of both worlds.’
Kathleen’s tip: Kathleen recommends exploring some of Scotland’s spectacular beaches, particularly in the Hebrides where she grew up. Kathleen comes from the island of South Uist, which has a stunning 20-mile stretch of sandy beach.
HOWIE NICHOLSBY Contemporary kilt designer Howie always wears a kilt, rides a bike year round and is always smiling. The secret to his good mood is a typically Scot-
tish attitude: ‘You have to have a good backbone, enjoy everyday life and not let things stress you out too much.’
Howie’s tip: If there is one month when you absolutely shouldn’t miss Edinburgh, it’s August. ‘We have the Edinburgh International Festival, the Art Festival, the International Book Festival, the Jazz and Blues Festival and the Royal Military Tattoo,’ enthuses Howie. ‘Have I forgotten anything? Ah, the Fringe Festival, of course.’
FAITH LIDDELL Director of Festivals Edinburgh Faith loves nothing better than immersing herself in the buzz of Scot- land’s many cultural events,
and has been working with the festivals in one way or another since her student days. To relax, she likes hiking along the Fife coastal path.
Faith’s tip: The picturesque fishing town of Ullapool, nestled on the shores of Loch Broom, is a great holiday destination and a gateway to the northern Highlands.
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Their insider tips tie in with the five main Year of Homecoming themes: food and drink; active; creative; natural; and ancestry.
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