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Nestling on a hillside in the Fife countryside, this early 20th-century family home is a gem. The house was remodelled in 1906 by the Scottish architect Sir Robert Lorimer and showcases a notable collection of superb French, Chippendale-style and vernacular furniture along with paintings by Raeburn, Ramsay and eminent Dutch artists.

Scotland is the “home of golf” with a history in the game starting as early as the 1400’s. As with religious pilgrims, Golf enthusiasts from all over the world flock to Scotland and in particular St Andrews to take in the history of the game and play at world famous courses. To them Golf is not just a game but “a way of life”. The Royal and Ancient Club was set up there in 1754 which started “clubs” being established throughout Scotland. Award winning clubs / courses include Muirfield, Carnoustie, Royal Troon and Turnberry and of course Gleneagles where the Ryder Cup is to take place in 2014.

OVERVIEW: Turnberry, an icon of Scottish hospitality and home of four Open Championships, has been treasured for more than a hundred years. The hotel has been reborn as part of Starwood’s acclaimed Luxury Collection portfolio following a multi-million pound renovation.

Volcanic Ash is making its way over to Scotland again and if its anything like last year we will be in for a lot of travel disruption. For this reason I think that if you can, holiday at home and in particular Scotland. You will be amazed at how versatile Scotland is - We aren't just a country of hills and Nessie, there is so much more.

The National Park encompasses around 720 sq miles (1,865 sq km) of some of the finest scenery in Scotland and is split into four distinct areas: Loch Lomond, The Trossachs, Breadalbane and the Argyll Forest.

Scotland has been voted the best golf destination 2009. It is recognised globally as the home of golf. The appeal comes from the choice of world class golf courses, the traditions and spectacular landscapes.

Through the Old Course at St Andrews the world still sees Scotland as where it all began. St Andrews is linked with golf to an early date of 1400AD. In the 19th century golf grew in popularity and is now a way of life for many people.

Interestingly it was banned as a sport in 1457 in Scotland because young men preferred it to archery, and archery was deemed a much more worthwhile pastime. The Royal and ancient club was formed in 1754 and was established to govern rules and regulations of the game.

Now Scotland has over 550 golf courses, supports a thriving golf tourism industry and has a high profile in golf world wide.