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Festival 08 | Edinburgh International Festival
2008-08-24 20:23:00 Festival 08 Edinburgh International Festival
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Bois et Charbon residency @ Edinburgh Castle continues through August
2008-08-03 05:20:00 [ August 9, 2008; 5:00 pm; August 16, 2008; 5:00 pm; August 23, 2008; 5:00 pm; August 30, 2008; 5:00 pm; ] Bois et Charbon's residency at Edinburgh Castle is set to continue for some cruisy dusk drinking. Saturdays 5 - 7pm, 681 Sydney Rd Brunswick (Corner of Albion and Sydney Rds). Free.
By: Trumpet Monkey
Sea Change and Wonb Waves at Prestongrange Museum, near Edinburgh
2008-06-06 15:20:00 Until the 29 June 2008 the work of two local artists is being exhibited in the Powerhouse at the Prestoungrange Industrial Museum, a few miles east of Edinburgh in the East Lothian village of Prestonpans. Admission is free of charge and opening hours are 11am to 4.30pm seven days a week. The Visitor Centre ...
Sunset at Portobello beach, Edinburgh
2008-06-05 13:05:00 I was at Portobello beach earlier this week around 11pm hoping to taking photos of the illumination of Cockenzie Power Station as part of the 3 Harbours Festival taking place until Sunday 8 June 2008. However it wasn’t dark enough and I wasn’t close enough to get any decent shots of the illuminations. However ...
New Zealand wins Edinburgh Sevens, ends world series on a high - The Canadi
2008-06-01 23:42:00 New Zealand wins Edinburgh Sevens, ends world series on a highThe Canadian Press, Scotland - 3 minutes agoThe Kiwis, under coach Gordon Tietjens, have won eight of the nine world series crowns. This season, they won six of the eight tournaments, ...
Microsoft pulls out after £30bn Yahoo bid rejected - Edinburgh News
2008-06-01 10:46:00 YAHOO chief executive Jerry Yang is convinced his company is worth more than the £30.7 billion offered by Microsoft in an attempted takeover bid. The software giant dropped its three-month effort to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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A Sunny Day in Edinburgh
2008-06-01 10:46:00 The Sun came out properly for the first time in two years! Thankfully it was on a Saturday so for the most part offices were closed and most people did not have to look at the weather from behind a desk!The sun came out, people came out and the smiles came out (some seemed to be grimacing but that might have just been a lack of practice)! Lots of wobbly people around; white pasty shaped lumps of dough who looked as if they had spent two years indoors and on the couch, perhaps the occasional trip to MacDonald?s or simply a choice between the take-away menus that conveniently flopped through the letterbox - and hey, bingo next the door bell rings and a pizza or a Chinese is there!The sun brought people out of the dark on Saturday, like bears after hibernation it took them the whole day to see that it was for real, that the skies were not going to darken, that the heavens were not going to open and let what might be the whole Amazon river down onto the city of Edinburgh! It was difficu...
Edinburgh Culinary Recap
2008-05-25 07:02:00 I can't believe that it's been two weeks since we were off to Edinburgh! Time just flies, especially at this time of year. May and June are monster months for me, for the simple fact that I have so many friends who celebrate their birthdays from the end of May through the middle of June. E kicks off the festivities on the 18th, mine is nine days later (next Tuesday), one of my three baby brothers celebrates his birthday the day after E, then there are my ten Gemini girlfriends sprinkled here and there for good measure, plus my twin nieces and the daughter of one friend and son of another. Birthday madness!!! If I only manage to get my TWD posts up over next several weeks, please understand that it's not because I've lost interest, it's simply because my social calendar is too full! For that very reason I wanted to be sure that I shared the little gold nuggets of culinary goodness that I came across in Edinburgh with you, before it becomes mosterd na de maaltijd (mustard after t...
By: Mevrouw Cupcake
Jazz and pizzazz in Edinburgh
2008-05-23 00:00:00 Despite the giveaway name, Edinburgh's Jazz Bar offers much more than a single musical genre.That said, for great jazz, drinks and an unpretentious, laid-back atmosphere this basement bar on Chambers Street can't be beaten.Staging two gigs a night, seven nights a week, as well as Saturday afternoon performances, you'd be hard-pressed not to find something favourable to sit back and chill out to.Whether it be jazz, funk, soul, hip-hop or big band arrangements, most musical tastes are covered, while the recent introduction of poetry evenings and singer-songwriter nights have swelled visitor numbers further.Those seeking a quieter experience may enjoy the after-work ambience in the early evenings, with good drinks offers and free WiFi.Brass Monkey is another great chill-out option in Edinburgh, offering reasonably priced drinks and regular film screenings in a cosy environment.
Live: Henry Rollins brings spoken word to Edinburgh Fringe Festival
2008-05-19 18:49:00 As Henry Rollins finishes up some other UK dates at the end of the summer, he'll be stopping by the Scotland city's festival to do a week-long residency at the events Gilded Balloon (?) area. His latest, the CD/DVD set...
Scott Monument, Edinburgh
2008-05-17 22:23:00 The Scott Monument is a victorian gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott (not to be confused with the National Monument). It stands in Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh, opposite the Jenners department store on Princes Street and near to Waverley Station. The tower is 200.5 feet or 61.1 metres tall, and has a series of viewing decks reached by a series of narrow spiral staircases giving panoramic views of central Edinburgh and its surroundings. The highest viewing deck is reached by a total of 287 steps. It is built from Binnie shale quarried in nearby Livingston; the oil which continues to leech from its matrix has helped to glue the notoriously filthy atmosphere of Victorian Edinburgh (then nicknamed “Auld Reekie” — old smokey) to the tower, leaving it an unintended sooty-black colour. It is often noted for looking like a “gothic rocket ship”. Edinburgh is one of top travel destinations. GPS vacation destination: 55° 57′ 8.7″ N, 3° 11...
Edinburgh Festival Line-Up Announced
2008-05-10 00:17:00 Edinburgh Festival Line-Up AnnouncedMovie hootenanny loaded up with flicks As it enters its 62nd year, the Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) is gearing up for a hot summer of highly-anticipated movieage.Running from June 18-29 June, the flick fest will host 15 world premieres including the John Maybury?s Dylan Thomas-themed The Edge Of Love for the Opening Night Gala and the world premiere of Brit comedy Faintheart lined up as the Closing Night Gala.Attended by patrons Sir Sean Connery and Tilda Swinton, the Festival will showcase 142 movies from around the world. The highlights include Pixar?s Wall-E, Shane Meadows latest Somers Town, Brad Anderson?s Transsiberian and Jonathan Levine?s NY drama The Wackness.British Galas competing for the UK Film Council-sponsored Michael Powell Award for Best British Feature include Oliver Blackburn?s sexy horror (and Empire office favourite) Donkey Punch among a bunch of other UK-based hopefuls.Clearly there are...
25 East Edinburgh Road, Ocean City
2008-05-02 15:37:00 Entertaining a Large Group - Planning a Reunion or Wedding ? This Five bedroom, Five and one half bath newly constructed Ocean City gardens Home is available for summer weeks and off-season weekends. Priced from $ 2,995 for an off-season 4 day weekend or $6,000 to $12,500 for an in-season week, this home which sleeps 15 persons features a Designer Kitchen with Custom Cabinetry, Granite Countertops, Viking and Wolfe Appliance Package, Brazilian Cherry Floors, and Tile and Plush Carpeting Throughout. Additional amenities include a CD Intercom System with Surround Sound, Central Vacuum and Security Gas Fireplace with Marble Surround. The Exterior is Beautifully Appointed with Treks Decking, EP Henry Pavers, Stone Work, Putting Green, In Ground Pool and Professionally Landscaped Gardens Rental Rates and Availability Email for Info or a Reservation Prudential Fox & Roach Realtors5501 West Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226 Ca...
Sumptuous stay and fine dining in Edinburgh
2008-05-01 20:30:00 One of the coolest hotels in the Scottish capital, the Bonham hotel has interesting roots as a maternity hospital.However, now minus the screaming babies, it was reincarnated into a relaxing retreat in 1998.Situated in an excellent location just moments from a huge range of shops and boutiques as well as all the glorious sites the fashionable city of Edinburgh has to offer, this is a great place to stay during a visit.Home to 48 spacious rooms and a lavish restaurant complete with a French chef, this is one of the city's fines hotels, having recently been named the Scottish Boutique Hotel of the Year.The chef of Restaurant at the Bonham, Michel Bouyer, creates delightful European-inspired dishes, including Aberdeen Angus beef with porcini sauce - successfully combining traditional Scottish fare with a modern European twist.This eatery won a commendation by the Scottish Hotels of the Year Awards 2007.Other top hotels in the Scottish capital include Glasshouse, Le Monde and the Scots...
The Royal Mile, Edinburgh
2008-04-27 23:48:00 The Royal Mile is the popular name for the succession of streets which form the main thoroughfare of ’s Old Town. As the name suggests, the Royal Mile is approximately one Scottish mile long, and runs between two foci of history in Scotland, from Edinburgh Castle at the top of the Castle Rock down to Holyrood Abbey. It is said to be referred to by locals as “High Street”, but properly, this is the name of only one stretch. The streets which make up the Royal Mile are (west to east) Castle Esplanade, Castlehill, Lawnmarket, High Street, Canongate and Abbey Strand. The Royal Mile is Edinburgh Old Town’s busiest tourist street, rivalled only by Princes Street in the New Town. GPS travel coordinates: 55° 56′ 59″ N, 3° 11′ 17″ W
Restaurant review - Red Fort Indian restaurant Edinburgh
2008-04-22 14:33:00 The Red Fort Indian restaurant is in Drummond Street, tel 0131 558 8014, a few minutes walk from Princes Street and the Royal Mile, close to the Festival Theatre and the National Museum in Chambers Street. The restaurant offers a buffet lunch for only £5.95 every day of the week from 12noon to 3pm. ...
Edinburgh: Protesters plan Scientology demonstration
2008-04-08 15:47:00 A group calling itself Anonymous Scotland is behind the protest, and they have urged former Scientologists and those with relatives in the church to join in. Protest focus: Scientology's human rights violations. [video]
Kebab Mahal (Edinburgh)
2008-04-06 00:19:00 My favourite place to eat in Edinburgh! The reason for this is disarmingly simple: the dishes on the menu are of a quality that could easily hold their own alongside many posh venues and restaurants, yet at an affordable price that is in keeping with the modesty of the surroundings. No one will ever claim this ...
By: Marco Secchi
Edinburgh crowned best place to live 2007
2008-04-02 00:00:00 So how do they come up with this list, of where to move in, and where to move on?They gather the most up to date, and official data available across the UK, on the six key things that matter most to people when they are considering buying a home in an area. Crime, Lifestyle, Health, Employment, Environment, and Education.They then commission an independent survey that ranks these six things in order of importance to you. Nowhere is left out, they look at all 434 UK local authorities and e ...
By: Property Blog
ATHLETICS: World beaters fly off to Edinburgh - Daily Nation
2008-03-26 22:00:00 Daily NationATHLETICS: World beaters fly off to EdinburghDaily Nation, Kenya - 5 hours agoAthletics Kenya officials are confident the national team will bring home the overall team title to make it 24 wins in 36 years in Sunday?s World Cross ...Athletes expect resounding win at World X Country Kenya Broadcasting Corporationall 5 news articles
Cheap Hotel Deals in London and Edinburgh
2008-03-18 16:45:00 Cheap Hotel Deals in London and Edinburgh United Kingdom is one of the favorite tourist destinations in the world and attracting tourist from across the world. Edinburgh and London are two wonderful cities of UK and among the most popular tourist destinations in the world tourism map. Edinburgh is a capital city of Scotland and famous for ...
My photo shortlisted for Schmap Scotland Guide
2008-03-11 12:20:00 My photo of Duddingston Loch in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh has been short listed for inclusion in the 2008 Schmap Scotland Guide. The Schmaps guides offer a dynamic, interactive integration of maps and guides content. Duddingston Loch, Holyrood Park, Edinburgh The photo is part of my Edinburgh: Off the beaten track guide where I describe things to do ...
Back Home; from Venezuala to Edinburgh
2008-03-08 09:58:00 I am back home now! I understand that I have left Venezuela in Turmoil - I read somewhere in some newspaper that troops were being mobilized on the Cambodian border or something! Sorry Hugo!The return flight was semi-uneventful! Certainly the queues at the Lufthansa Check-in in La Guiara (Caracas) International Airport left something to be desired, not that they were long simply snail like as the "check-in-ers" felt that ten minutes per passenger was normal - and then ask them to pay an airport tax in Bolivares which nobody of course had! Oh, and I must mention the long-haired, extremely-skinny, dark-sunglass-posing, smelly, army-jacket-wearing Columbian who was either in the process of shipping drugs, was taking drugs or was at the very least thinking about one or both, did you have to put him next to me in the plane? And also that lady across the aisle? She ensured that my journey was sleep free as she talked (shouted) to her friends behind, in front and I think those thirty rows...
PhD Studentships in Economics, University of Edinburgh
2008-03-01 21:05:00 SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENTThe Edinburgh School of Economics in conjunction with the Scottish Graduate Programme in Economics provides a three year Ph.D. programme. For high quality candidates there are available:Research and Teaching Scholarships, ESRC Quota AwardsThe University of Edinburgh is a world-class university located in one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Economics at Edinburgh is a lively international department with outstanding strength in economic theory.QUALIFICATIONS:Applicati-ons for research and teaching scholarships are welcome from graduates of any nationality who hold a Master’s degree in economics, passed with merit or preferably with distinction. ESRC quota awards (as part of the Scottish Graduate Programme in Economics consortium) are also available, but are subject to nationality and residency restrictions. Applicants need to prove a strong quantitative background as well as the interest and ability to conduct independent research. The scholarships pa...
Sufi Music Edinburgh
2008-02-25 18:45:00 Fantastic music and great atmosphere yesterday evening at the Queen’ s Hall thanks to two Sufi groups form Afghanistan, we should get rid of religion and politics (preachers and politicians) to enjoy a peaceful world living “with” nature, based on Music and Love. Without any further ado here a short piece from The Herald. Afghan ...
By: Marco Secchi
From the Vatican to Al-Azhar?.coming soon to Edinburgh
2008-02-19 20:42:00 Mr Idris Tawfiq, a former Christian priest, will next week visit Edinburgh hosting an evening speech at Central Mosque. I am not sure if I have been invited or not, I get far too many emails these days, but there are few reasons why I am not going anyway. Call me a cynic, but ...
By: Marco Secchi
Katie Price at a Book signing in Edinburgh
2008-02-19 12:06:00 Celebrity Gossip, Celebrity News, Celebrity Photos, Katie Price a.k.a Jordan
Review of Cairn Hotel, Edinburgh
2008-02-16 11:22:00 Good - fantastic value for £20 a night bed and breakfast for ensuite single room midweek in February 2008. Good location, just of London road, 15 minutes walk from Princes Street. Bad - room quite basic beginning to show some minor signs of wear and tear. Score - 10 out of 10 (at £20 a night) I found ...
From the Vatican to Al-Azhar ?..coming soon to Edinburgh
2008-02-15 17:55:00 Mr Idris Tawfiq, a former Christian priest, will next week visit Edinburgh hosting an evening speech at Central Mosque. I am not sure if I have been invited or not, I get far too many emails these days, but there are few reasons why I am not going anyway. Call me a cynic, but ...
By: Marco Secchi
Using A Hire Car To Tour Edinburgh And The Lothians
2008-02-15 00:00:00 Scotland’s capital city, Edinburgh is a key element of any trip to Scotland, the use of a hire car service will allow the visitor to get the best out of this unique city and its surrounding area. A city that is almost a thousand years old, Edinburgh has a fascinating history. The stunning Lothian area ...
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Edinburgh crowned best place to live 2007
2008-02-10 00:00:00 So how do they come up with this list, of where to move in, and where to move on?They gather the most up to date, and official data available across the UK, on the six key things that matter most to people when they are considering buying a home in an area. Crime, Lifestyle, Health, Employment, Environment, and Education.They then commission an independent survey that ranks these six things in order of importance to you. Nowhere is left out, they look at all 434 UK local authorities and e ...
By: Property Blog
Lunch at Songkran in Edinburgh
2008-02-07 15:58:00 We’ve just had a lovely lunch in Songkran, a Thai restaurant in Edinburgh. The food was beautifully flavoured and tasted very fresh. The restaurant is small, giving it a nice, intimate feel. Songkran is on Stafford Street in Edinburgh (map) Contact: 0131 2257889
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Discover the Water of Leith Walkway, Edinburgh
2008-01-28 12:49:00 Described as “a silver thread in a ribbon of green” the Water of Leith Walkway runs alongside this small river for 12 miles as it flows through Edinburgh from Balerno to enter the Forth Estuary at Leith. It is remarkable that within a couple of minutes you can leave the hustle and bustle of ...
Japanese films in Edinburgh and Glasgow
2008-01-27 11:32:00 February and March 2008 see screenings of several contemporary Japanese films in Glasgow and Edinburgh. The Japan Foundation touring film programme returns with six contemporary Japanese films for 2008, under the banner “A Life More Ordinary: A Portrait of Contemporary Japanese People on Film”. The movies are showing at the Filmhouse in Edinburgh, 29 February ...
Jet2 - Cabin Crew - Edinburgh - Belfast
2008-01-26 13:46:00 we are looking for Cabin Crew to joins us for our summer 2008 season. As part of our professional and dedicated team, you?ll help our customers feel their holiday has started the moment they step on the plane, ensuring they are safe and comfortable, and selling snacks, drinks and gifts from our in-flight range. We?ll give ...
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Started planning your Hogmanay trip to Edinburgh yet?
2008-01-10 13:21:00 Yes, I know that Hogmanay is just over but this is the time that you should be thinking about booking a Hogmanay break in Edinburgh if you want any chance at all to find Edinburgh hotels over that period. Whilst many top holiday destinations book out months ahead, when you’re trying to get to a very specific ...
Leon Jackson To Perform At Edinburgh Hogmanay
2007-12-22 19:52:00 X Factor winner, Leon Jackson has been asked to perform at Edinburgh Hogmanay street party this year. “I am delighted Leon accepted my invitation to perform for Edinburgh’s fantastic... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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The Farting Cow of Edinburgh
2007-12-15 19:24:00 A mechanical cow that breaks wind on the hour has become Edinburgh’s latest tourist attraction.The bovine backside has been attached to the side of the Rowan Tree pub in the city’s historic Old Town. It lifts its tail and shoots out a cloud of white smoke at passers-by throughout the day. A dry ice machine ensures the ...
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Fun Packed Edinburgh Awaits You
2007-12-14 16:24:00 Edinburgh is a very unique city among Scotland’s picturesque cities. Its proximity to England and its multi cultural and traditional population set it apart from other tourist destinations in Europe. There are a number of popular dance clubs in the 15th-century buildings! And to top it all for any tourist, there are fire breathers outside ...
Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh
2007-12-12 12:58:00 I finally visited the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh this week. There’s been so much controversy and negativity about the building. The building won the 2005 Stirling Prize for Architecture. I had mixed feelings about the building, I like the exterior, apart from the strange twisted cane effects around the windows and extended from ...
Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh
2007-12-11 20:02:00 I visited the Museum of Childhood in Edinburgh yesterday and found it fascinating. The Museum was created in 1955 by the batchelor Andrew Murray, an optician and local councillor. It was the first Museum of Childhood in the world. I’d recommend it for an all-weather family day out. I’ve highlighted some of the exhibits that caught ...
New Travelodge opens in Edinburgh on 14 December 2007
2007-12-04 13:21:00 The lastest addition to the Travelodge family opens in Haymarket, close to Edinburgh city centre on 14 December 2007. It’s a good location close to Haymarket rail station and the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. I couldn’t find any information about parking on the Travelodge site but I’m pretty certain that you’ll have to pay ...
Gifts Galore: Across the Pond
2007-11-27 18:28:00 Here's a tip for all you frequent flyers out there. If you happen to be visiting family and friends across the pond, do take some time to visit some of the quintessential British stores for your Christmas shopping. Whether you drop in at Marks & Spencer, Harrods, House of Fraser, John Lewis, Selfridges, Debenhams in London, Jenners in Edinburgh, or indeed Howells of Cardiff, you can expect to pick up some unique and delightful gifts. Over the next few weeks, Beauti.li.cious will review some of her favourite shopping haunts where you can pick some fabulously distinctive presents for family and friends. And of course, great deals you can bring home for the Holidays!! Image Credit: Diliff@Wikimedia CommonsCopyright © 2007 Be Beautiful, Naturally; bebeautifulnaturally; Beauti.li.cious; beautiliciousbbn; Site Owner. All rights reserved.
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Scottish Housing Market Still Strong As Edinburgh Levels
2007-11-26 08:31:00 House prices in Edinburgh have fallen by 5.6% for the past three months, but that’s the only part of Scotland that has had a drop in prices over that period. Although prices have fallen, over the past year they have still grown substantially. At the beginning of November, prices in Edinburgh were 18% higher than a year ago, and they are the highest in Scotland with an average price of £220,066.
Chevrolet UK sponsors the 2008 Edinburgh Marathon
2007-11-22 07:30:00 It is normal for companies such as the Chevrolet to sponsor events. This simply goes to show that auto manufacturers also care for things other than cars. Recently, the Edinburgh Marathon has given statement announcing its new major sponsors for their event next year. Among the sponsors is Chevrolet. Last year, the company was able ...
Full PhD Scholarship in Environmental Engineering University of Edinburgh
2007-11-19 17:08:00 Institute for Infrastructure and Environment in collaboration with Monaghan County Council (Ireland) and the Integrated Constructed Wetland Initiative A full PhD scholarship is available for a very good candidate (UK, EU or Overseas) with a background in civil and environmental engineering ...
The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh Celebrate Diamond Wedding
2007-11-19 12:40:00 The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh have posed with their family as they celebrate their diamond wedding anniversary. They feasted on lobster mousse, Sandringham partridge and ice-cream cake with Highgrove berries. The flowers on the table were white cattleya orchids which is sad to have been the same as on the Queen?s bouquet on November 20, 1947. Today ...
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Win a free 2 night stay in Edinburgh
2007-11-16 14:58:00 If you like to win 2 nights free accommodation in Edinburgh, the Scottish capital recently voted the best UK short break destination then enter the Scottish Apartments competition. Edinburgh is one of my favourite cities in the UK. I know I’m biased being Scottish. If you do visit don’t just stick to the well ... |
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