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Month: February 2020

Is the the Outlander effect really a “double edged sword” ?

Is the the Outlander effect really a “double edged sword” ?

The BBC have reported that tourism is booming in Scotland , not least because of the Outlander effect. But is that , as they claim , really a double edged sword ? I am quite surprised to see the BBC publishing this article based on rather flimsy evidence . Is this their attempt to emulate the Daily Mail , which publishes hundreds of articles a day on anything and everything ? Outlander tours are run daily from Edinburgh to Lallybroch…

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Edinburgh has its best ever year for filming

Edinburgh has its best ever year for filming

Filming of the new Fast & Furious blockbuster in Edinburgh was worth £5.2 million to its economy and helped the city to one of its most lucrative ever years as a destination for movie and TV shoots, according to official industry figures. Vin Diesel’s new movie, which was shot across three weeks in the autumn and involved more than 50 road closures, saw a 500-strong crew descend on the city. Tyrese Gibson and Chris “Ludacris” Bridges were among the other…

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Billie Eilish is singing the new Bond theme

Billie Eilish is singing the new Bond theme

Billie Eilish has said that performing the theme song to the upcoming James Bond film is a “life goal”. visit James Bond film locations Glencoe Eilean Donan Castle Ardverikie James Bond tour details Last month, Eilish confirmed that she was recording the theme for upcoming Bond film, No Time To Die, making her the youngest artist in history to do so. The ‘Ocean Eyes’ singer posted an image of the iconic spy franchise’s logo on Instagram, alongside the caption: “No Time To Die, guess what i’m doing.”…

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Outlander star becomes Edinburgh Castle guide

Outlander star becomes Edinburgh Castle guide

Outlander star and Ian Rankin become Edinburgh Castle ‘tour guides’ Outlander star Andrew Gower, who portrayed Bonnie Prince Charlie in the time-travel series, will voice the Young Pretender, while Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin discusses the “Black Dinner” at Edinburgh Castle and the inspiration behind Game of Thrones’ most famous episode, the “Red Wedding”. Outlander and Game of Thrones tours of Scotland can be booked on 07305-294773 Stars including actors Saoirse Ronan and Bill Paterson, Rebus writer Ian…

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Outlander Valentine gifts

Outlander Valentine gifts

“Outlander” is not back on TV until next week , but a Sassenach’s love for the Starz drama never fades. Surprise your lovely lass with an “Outlander”- inspired Valentine’s Day  tour or one of these “Outlander”-themed Valentine’s Day gifts on February  14, and you’ll be able to say you’re the Jamie to her Claire. Outlander tours of Scotland – call +447305294773 now for availability Private tours Edinburgh What could be more romantic than an Outlander tour to Lallybroch ? Check…

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