The desire to attend as many events and attractions as we can when we are on vacation, often means we forget to simply live, breathe and soak up the atmosphere because we have too many checklists. Straightaway, this old movie ‘’The Bucket List’’ comes to my mind. Two people - initially strangers, find that they are sentenced to death by the relentless disease we call cancer. Thus, a cranky multimillionaire (Jack Nicholson) and a mechanic (Morgan Freeman) make up a list of their last wishes - things to do before you die - and start the last chapter of their lives together. I think the idea of the film applies to each and every one of us while travelling, where we jot down the countries and ‘’must - see attractions’’ that we would like to visit in this life.
Edinburgh is a museum, yet, the congestion around the widely known and popular landmarks is sometimes tedious.
In order to truly savour our sublime Edinburgh, we divulge a map of this month’s highlights. Because we all need something to help us unwind at the end of the day, to enjoy the small pleasures in every moment of our lives full of gadgets, meetings and deadlines on all levels.
Treat yourself (and your loved ones) with…
v Make Mother’s Day at Tigerlily (3rd Mar)
It is a perfect occasion to meet in March! Hosted by Scottish designers – An exclusive collection of gifts, including jewellery and handbags.
v Jeffrey Street Whisky and Tobacco, Edinburgh at Jeffrey Street (17th Mar)
“A beverage of leisure is a serious business,” Shane Bowermaster was known to declare. Novice or connoisseurs, this is a fantastic experience for your collection of Edinburgh memories. You can make a purchase to enliven your memories after you’ve left!
v Royal Observatory Edinburgh Public Astronomy Evenings (4th /11th /18th /25th Mar )
Unwind…
v Legally Blonde The Musical at King's Theatre (16th Mar – 19th Mar)
v Cirque Berserk at The Festival Theatre (10th -12th mar)
v Edinburgh Grand Opera - La Bohème at Usher Hall (18th &19th Mar )
v Thriller Live Edinburgh at Edinburgh Playhouse (21st – 26th Mar)
v Edinburgh Fashion Week 2016 at The Mound (5th-6th Mar)
The highlights of the month:
v Six Nations (Rugby)(Feb – Mar)
v Scottish Golf Awards(11 Mar)
v Edinburgh International Science Festival (26 Mar – 10 Apr)
Finally, This is Edinburgh’s After Party on the 18th of March at Summerhall, which aims to ‘celebrate Edinburgh’s favourite hidden gems, independent retailers and tempting food and drink’.
Luch with a view: Experience The Penthhouse at Royal Mile
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