Phew. For about a week or so I have been locked out of my Blog and despite a lot of gnashing of teeth could not get into it. As last resort had to call in a techie who soon got it fixed-so here I am again.

I have just put a three page article on the Antonine Wall on my website, together with some pics. A lot of work went into that because I had first to obtain copyright approval and then type up the article myself. Who dares wins! Also, placed more images in the photogallery, these were kindly supplied by some Dutch friends who we met in Scotland. Have been promised more pics from past clients from the U.S. More pics the better!!

During the period I was "off air" there occurred the 300th anniversary of the Act of Union between England and Scotland. Very subdued. No street parties. As one wag said on the radio, "someone in Dundee set off one firework in celebration"; not too far from the truth. An opinion poll for the BBC suggest that about 58pct of the populace want the Union to continue.

Attended the travel trade fair in Glasgow on Sunday. Made some useful contacts,especially with the Indian Tourism people. Am actively exploring the possibility of setting up a new venture marketing tours to India. Watch this space.

On Thursday there were reports in the press of just how far Scotland's accommodation providers have improved with some B&Bs ranking among the best in Europe. The following were mentioned in dispatches:

• Trafford Bank, Inverness
• Elmview, Edinburgh
• Geraldsplace, Edinburgh
• Blacket Garden Flat, Edinburgh
• Howard Hotel, Edinburgh (one of the world's top 25 city hotels)

Already I have referred a client to one of the B&Bs.

That's about it for now. Hope to update more frequently in future.

Have a nice day!

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posted by Nigel Cole @ 7:34 AM