Issue 1 - Film Locations and 2003 Folk Festivals

***May 2003***

Compiled by Emma Newlands - emma@uniquescotland.com
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***IN THIS MONTH'S UNIQUELY UNSPOILT***

~Introduction:
---> The Aims of Uniquely Unspoilt

~Main Feature:
---> Scotland's Famous Film (Movie) Locations

~Guest Article:
---> Folk Music Festivals in 2003

~Cottages Offers:
---> Readers' only offers
---> This month's special offer code

~Closing comments:
---> Your input appreciated
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***Introductory Comments***

Welcome! This inaugural issue aims to set the tone to what I hope will become a newsletter that inspires and informs anybody with an interest in enjoying rural Scotland. I aim to appeal to occasional and regular visitors and even residents. Basically anybody who likes to get out and about.

I will cover a different topic each month and, as I have done today, will also frequently include a guest article to give you an expert's take on their particular field.

For the bargain hunters amongst you, we will always have a number of readers?only deals. Some of these will be specific to one or other of our cottages. Others you will be able to use against any of our cottage holidays. You will find details towards the bottom of each issue.

Onwards... - Emma

*** Main Feature ***

~~Scotland's Famous Film (Movie) Locations~~

What is it about being somewhere that you have seen in a film? I don't know why it suddenly makes somewhere more interesting, but for some reason it does. Below is just a smattering of locations made famous by the visit of a blockbuster film crew.

Eilean Donan Castle probably appears on celluloid more than any other castle....Full Article>>>

***Guest Article***

If you have an interest in traditional Scottish music, it is a near certainty that you will have come across Simon Thoumire and his Footstompin' Celtic Music site. Simon is a concertina player of international repute and his knowledge of Scotland's folk scene is outstanding. I am delighted that he has had the time to share his thoughts on this summer?s folk festivals with us.

~~Folk Music Festivals in 2003 - by Simon Thoumire~~

Anyone looking for a fun weekend with a liberal helping of real Scottish culture could do worse than visit one of the many traditional music festivals taking place in various parts of the country....Full Article>>>

***Cottage Offers***

++ Readers Only Offers ++

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* Other Offers

Save £20 on any bookings this month (except the readers' only deals above). All you need to do is quote the current issue's promotional code when booking a cottage.

* This Month's Promotional Code

This issue' code is only printed in the e-mail version of this newsletter. Please subscribe to become eligible for this offer.

***Closing Comments***

Well, that's it for a busy first issue. If you haven't yet subscribed you can do so for free (and don't forget about the holidays up for grabs)

I am keen to shape this newsletter to meet *your* requirements. So if you have any comments or issues you want me to cover, please get in touch at emma@uniquescotland.com. I am also interested in any of your own favorite places or experiences that you want to share, whether it is a one liner or a whether you want to fill the guest article slot.

See you next month...

Emma

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