This Trawling book strives to capture in words and exclusive pictures the unique spirit of the fishing industry in North-east Scotland. The blend of culture and courage which exemplifies the men who go to sea and the women who are the bulwarks of their lives is a long-standing fascination for the author whose mother was born into the tiny fishing community of Fittie in Aberdeen. The book honours the skippers, who today are businessmen with multi-million pound investments to service.  The photographs featured in this book are from The Press & Journal archives.

The exquisite garden at Giverny, where Claude Monet's paintings are brought unnervingly to like, and the brilliant displays and colourful spectacle of the Chelsea Flower Show make an unbeatable combination.

• Return flights from Aberdeen to London
• Return rail travel by Eurostar from London to Paris
• Two nights half board at the Holiday Inn, Guildford (or similar) and two nights B&B in Paris
• All day ticket to the Chelsea Flower Show
• Admission to RHS Wisley, Monet's Garden at Giverny and the gardens of Royaumont Abbey
• Coaching in London and Paris

Single supplement £96

Join us for a wonderful break to Amsterdam, a city famous for its canals, ste-gabled houses, museums, cafes, 'brown bars' and restaurants. A visit to Amsterdam is always memorable but especially so at the end of the year, when the whole city takes on a magical atmosphere with wonderful celebrations to see in the New Year.

Price Includes:

• Return coach travel from Fraserburgh, Peterhead, Ellon, Aberdeen, Stonehaven, Stracathro & Perth
• Return overnight DFDS Seaways' crossings between Newcastle and Amsterdam with accommodation in a two-berth inside cabin
• Two nights bed and continental breakfast accommodation at a four star hotel within coaching distance of Amsterdam
• Visits to Amsterdam on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
• Visits to the Hague and Delft

These luxury cushion trays are a great support for hobbies, T.V dinners, writing letters, eating snacks or studying and there are many designs to choose from.

A brilliant gift idea!

What better gift for friends and family at home or abroad, than this outstanding colour calendar, featuring twelve beautiful views of Scotland.

Let us arrange the mailing of your calendars, to arrive with family and friends in time for Christmas - or as a personal purchase. We'll arrange delivery within the U.K. or to overseas addresses making it a great value gift.

Calendar measures 12 1/4" x 11 3/4" (310mm x 300mm), complete with a sturdy envelope.