Travel writer and guidebook author.  Specialist areas: Scotland – Edinburgh, Highlands & Islands, Hebridean cruises, Borders, Perthshire; Hotels, restaurants, food and drink (Scottish beers, gin & whisky); Edinburgh Festivals; North Coast 500; International travel – Luxury cruises, Railway journeys, Islands, Spas, City guides and literary-inspired adventures worldwide. Luxury Scotland; Edinburgh Guide, ArtMag, www.smartleisureguide.wordpress.com; www.greatboatjourneys.wordpress.com