PAUL KIDDIE braves the golf course in search of some social distancing exercise The world as we know it is changing in front of our very eyes. With every day that goes by, another layer of normality is seemingly stripped from our lives amid the coronavirus pandemic. Pubs, restaurants and theatres are now off limits, […]
Leisure
Under pressure: top three rules to safely deep sea dive
Deep sea diving is an exhilarating career — being able to explore the world’s deep and mysterious oceans is certainly a privilege. The same goes for those seeking to push their limits by adventuring down to the depths below for recreation. Certainly a fascinating place, given we know more about the surface of the moon, […]
Edinburgh named top dog for welcoming pooches
Edinburgh regularly picks up recommendations as a tourist city and now has been named Britain’s best destination for dog-friendly holidays. The data is based on factors such as the number of Airbnbs which allow pets, green space availability and the number of pubs and restaurants that let in dogs. Edinburgh beat coastal rivals Bournemouth (2) […]
A playground for a king now transformed into a leisure hotspot
For years it was a collection of derelict municipal buildings. Now the former playground of a Scottish king in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle has been transformed into an Aparthotel operated by Staycity. The property, with 128 studio, one-bed and two-bed apartments, has filled a gloomy gap mid-way along King’s Stables Road near the Grassmarket […]
Side street walk with a note to city’s literary gentlemen
Rio Recommends: Sciennes and The Grange A regular walking guide to dog friendly cafes and pubs Edinburgh has such a rich cultural past that it isn’t difficult to come across a reminder of a famous event or individuals. Our walk from the south east corner of the Meadows around this tip of The Grange took […]