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Autumn, Adventure and Artful Living in Aberdeenshire, Scotland

21/11/2018

By The Shooting Star

On this blogging trip through the region of Abderdeenshire, we’re always going somewhere. We’re driving along tiny coastal villages, kayaking in a loch in the middle of nowhere, trying gin – brewed down the road – by the fireplace in an 800-year-old cave bar, hiking up to Oxen Craig (Bennachie) in the light rain, chasing sunsets, swaying on Tarzan swings, fueling up at an organic farm-to-table bistro.

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The best places to eat in Aberdeenshire: Scotland's hidden foodie hotspot

15/10/2018

By Alajode

I didn’t visit Aberdeenshire for the food – I went there to see what adventurous activities the region had to offer – but the food was a bonus. That means that, along with Dusseldorf, I’m adding Aberdeenshire to the list of underrated foodies destinations in Europe. Here are some of the reasons why and some of the dishes you’ll eat in Aberdeenshire, whether you travel for the food or not.

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15+ Things to do in Aberdeenshire: 4-Day Northeast Scotland Itinerary

15/10/2018

By Two Scots Abroad

Tucked away in the north east of Scotland you will find the city of Aberdeen and the surrounding towns and villages which make up Aberdeenshire. This really is the region of trails for those who love history and the water of life, whisky! With just over 250 castles in Aberdeenshire throughout the ages, it is a great destination for ‘castle bagging’ and also living like royalty does on the Royal Deeside.

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50+ Things to do in Aberdeen – Art, Architecture + Old Aberdeen

15/10/2018

By Two Scots Abroad

Granite City or the Silver City with Golden Sands, whatever you call Aberdeen in the north east of Scotland we (Gemma and Craig, two Scots who love to travel) are here to dispel any preconceived ideas and to inspire with our ultimate guide of things to do in Aberdeen.

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5 reasons to catch the Aberdeen International Comedy Festival

08/10/2018

By Two Scots Abroad

I love comedy. I love working out the different niches that comedians use to market themselves and also ruminating on how their stories join up and often come full circle. I love losing my stomach to laughter just like when you drive down a hill at high speed. If you love comedy too, for whatever reason, you should check out the Aberdeen International Comedy Festival in Scotland. Here are five more reasons why and also a review of some shows.

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