Wednesday 31 December 2008

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM YOUR HOMECOMING SCOTLAND 2009 BLOG TEAM.

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM YOUR HOMECOMING SCOTLAND 2009 BLOG TEAM.



We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our visitors and readers of this Homecoming Scotland 2009 blog an very happy new year.

Together we can make the year of Homecoming Scotland 2009 the best year ever in this new 21st century.

Kind regards your,

Homecoming Scotland 2009 Blog Team.

Saturday 27 December 2008

HOMECOMING SCOTLAND 2009 TRAVEL INFORMATION AND PLANNER.

HOMECOMING SCOTLAND 2009 TRAVEL INFORMATION AND PLANNER.




Please remember we have put up at the bottom of every page on this Blog a full Homecoming Scotland Travel Information Planner to help you book your dream Holiday or Vacation of a life time.

Please also remember we are here to help you fully if at any time you need our help its there to be freely given, we can give advices on where to stay during your time here in Scotland. One of the top tips we can give is no matter where you decide to stay in Scotland and no matter what type of transport you use within Scotland you should never really be more than 4 hours away from any event and if you were to stay somewhere between Aberdeen and Glasgow where most of the events are planned then you should be within 3-4 hours or less from any event!

Above all else we the web masters are here to help you!

ROBERT BURNS 250TH ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND CELEBRATIONS.

ROBERT BURNS 250TH ANNIVERSARY WEEKEND CELEBRATIONS.



The Homecoming Scotland 2009 Event.

The Homecoming Scotland 2009 Event starts on the 25Th January with an programme of celebrations across Scotland to mark the the 250Th Anniversary of one of Scotland's most famous sons ROBERT BURNS.

The first event will be the BURNS LIGHT on the 25Th January in Dumfries we will be releasing
more information about this later on this Blogspot powered by Google.com.

More events are planned including the official Homecoming Scotland Burns Supper in Ayrshire
the birthplace and home of Robert Burns.

We are here to make sure this event reaches every Scottish family in the world if you
require any information regarding this event then we can help or advise you whether you require general information on Travel, Accommodation, Tickets or anything else we are here to help direct you to the right people and we give this advice freely as we are proud to be Scottish and part of the Homecoming Scotland celebrations.

If you require any information on these events please contact us at;
freesatnews@googlemail.com

Friday 26 December 2008

HOMECOMING SCOTLAND - GLASGOW CITY CHAMBERS GIANT SCREEN FOR ROBERT BURNS.


HOMECOMING SCOTLAND - GLASGOW CITY CHAMBERS GIANT SCREEN FOR ROBERT BURNS.

HOMECOMING SCOTLAND - GLASGOW CITY CHAMBERS GIANT SCREEN FOR ROBERT BURNS gets underway on the 23rd January.
Glasgow City Chambers building is to be used for a giant projection screen narrating the life of our National Bard, Robert Burns. Music will be looped for three nights which will bring us into Burns Night on the 25th January and such a fine kick off for Homecoming Scotland 2009.
The 25th January will be celebrated all over World including Scotland, but for Scotland and Robert Burns memory this promises to be a truly a remarkable year.
We can look forward to firework displays and well known celebrates reminding us how lucky we are to be part of the Homecoming Scotland celebrations.

Thursday 18 December 2008

HOMECOMING SCOTLAND FREE TICKETS FOR ROBERT BURNS EVENT.

HOMECOMING SCOTLAND FREE TICKETS FOR ROBERT BURNS EVENT.

Dear Homecoming Scotland friends,

We're just a week from Christmas and just over a month away from the launch of Homecoming Scotland 2009! Find out about our Launch Weekend Celebrations, including details of how to claim FREE TICKETS for the Iconic Burns event.

Apply for FREE TICKETS in our Iconic Burns Ballot!

Iconic Burns event, AllowayIconic Burns will be staged in Alloway, Burns' birthplace, on January 24th. This spectacular outdoor event promises to be a very visual tribute. We have 1,000 tickets to give away in a public ballot. Apply here now

Homecoming Opening Weekend Celebrations
Homecoming Opening Weekend Celebrations Over the weekend of 23rd -25th January, events are planned throughout Scotland kicking off the 10-month national programme. Burns Weekend Celebration details
More than 100 new events added to the programme
Homecoming Scotland Official ProgrammeOver the last few weeks, more than 100 new events have been added to the programme. For details of all Homecoming events and the entire listing, click here
Bring in the New Year...Scottish Style!

Hogmanay Celebrations herald the year of HomecomingNo one celebrates Hogmanay quite like the Scots! New Year Celebrations are taking place throughout the country, heralding the year of Homecoming. Find out more

Friday 12 December 2008

MACLEOD HOUSE NAME CHOSEN TO REPLACE MENIE HOUSE NAME.


MACLEOD HOUSE NAME CHOSEN TO REPLACE MENIE HOUSE NAME.

MACLEOD HOUSE NAME CHOSEN TO REPLACE MENIE HOUSE NAME.

Mr Donald Trump has chosen the new name for Menie House on his massive new Scottish golf links development.
Our sources have informed us the new name for the 400 year old plus Menie House is now known as; Macleod House.
The name comes from Mr Trumps Scottish mother Mary Macleod and we feel is a much better name.
The original 400 year old plus building is well known locally for it's famous ghost who haunts the cellars and is known as "The Green Lady", and we are reliably informed by our sources "The Green Lady" is still active. Perhaps the extensive modernization within the building will be enough to sedate the ghost.
Mr Donald Trump is in the process of building, "Quote"; the best golf course in the world". on the grounds of the Menie Estate, North Balmedie where the Macleod House sits.
By choosing the name Macleod House, Mr Trump is yet again showing his affection for his Scottish roots in honour of his Scottish mothers name.

Thursday 11 December 2008

SUBMARI CELTIC SUPPORTERS CLUB VISITS SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT.

SUBMARI CELTIC SUPPORTERS CLUB VISITS SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT.


SPANISH VILLAREAL FOOTBALL FANS VISIT SCOTTISH PARLIAMENT.

SNP MSP for Lothians, Fiona Hyslop yesterday welcomed The Mayor of Vila Real, the Vice President of the Submari Celtic Supporters Club and a group of football supporters to the Scottish Parliament ahead of yesterday's Villarreal Vs Celtic Champions League game.

Visits between the Submari Celtic Supporters Club set up by Villareal supporters and Celtic supporters in Scotland have seen thousands of pounds raised for Children’s charities in Spain and Yorkhill Children’s hospital in Glasgow.

Fiona hosted the welcome Ceremony following a tour of the Scottish Parliament, which saw Fiona exchange gifts and cut a specially decorated cake with the Mayor, which displayed a Vila Real and a Saltire flag symbolising friendship between the fans.

Commenting on the day, Fiona Hyslop said;

“It’s a real honour to host this visit to Parliament ahead of tonight’s match in Glasgow.

“The spirit of friendship shown between the two sets of fans is a real tribute to the ability of sport to bring us together around the world and their contributions to children’s hospitals and charities in Glasgow and in Vila Real are an excellent way to show that friendship.

“Scotland’s fans – whatever team they support - have made many friends around the world and this is an excellent example of the ambassadors our football fans can be.”

The Submari Celtic Supporters Club was established by Ernesto Boixader Gil, whose son died of cancer shortly before the 2004 UEFA Cup quarter final between Villareal and Celtic.

Yesterday’s visit to the Parliament is sponsored by Lothians MSP Fiona Hyslop after two of her constituents, William and Hope Wightman, who take part in the visits and exchanges asked if the visitors could see the Parliament.

Source:- Scotland News Information Blog.

Sunday 7 December 2008

HOMECOMING SCOTLAND SPOTLIGHT ON LOUDOUN GOWF CLUB AYRSHIRE.


HOMECOMING SCOTLAND SPOTLIGHT ON LOUDOUN GOWF CLUB AYRSHIRE.

HOMECOMING SCOTLAND SPOTLIGHT ON LOUDOUN GOWF CLUB AYRSHIRE in the heart of the Ayrshire Irvine Valley nestled between Galston and Newmilns.
The Gowf Club is the only one of it's kind in the world and is over 400 years old. The Gowf Club started life as a pastime for the Campbell family who owned Loudoun Castle which used to be part of the grounds. The course has small burns (streams) running through it which also makes it quite unique. The rough was made to good use by the famous Glasgow football ground, Hampden Park in the 1920's who returfed Hampden with it.
As far back as I can remember the course has always been busy, and today is no exception with the weekends being especially hectic.
A visit by vistors during the weekdays is advised during the year of Homecoming Scotland where it's possible to buy locally produced ladies and gents clothing, enjoy a game of Gowf or have a drink at the nineteenth.
The Loudoun Castle adjoining the Loudoun Gowf Club caters for family's as this is now a theme park designed for the kids.
An hour by car will take you to Robert Burns Cottage (built 1757) and Museum at Alloway from Loudoun Gowf Club so being so close to Burns country you begin to realise why Robert Burns loved the area so much.
A small detour heading for Alloway go via Mauchline where you can visit the Burns Monument which is crammed with Burns memorabilia, not forgetting to try a refreshment in the local alehouse - Poosie Nancies which Robert Burns frequented, and still in use to this day.
This suggestion will allow visitors a nice day out with plenty to see, photograph, and allow time for that souvenir.
Loudoun Gowf Club is here...

Friday 5 December 2008

ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCILLORS VOTE DOWN SCOTLAND.


ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCILLORS VOTE DOWN SCOTLAND.

It's little wonder Mr Donald Trump had problems with Aberdeenshire Council who are fast gaining a reputation for alienating there voting public.
Aberdeenshire's Council's latest monumental blunder has to be read to be believed; Please note to all who read this; Scotland on the whole is not in the least like the Aberdeenshire Council who are proving to be a law unto themselves.
report from the 2nd Dec.2008.
Aberdeenshire councillors took the extraordinary step last week of voting to keep the North-east's flagpoles empty during the year of Scotland's Homecoming 2009.
Liberal and Conservative councillors joined forces to vote down a proposal from Ellon and District SNP councillor Rob Merson that the council adopt the flag-flying policy as agreed by the former Lib/Lab Scottish Executive.

Councillor Merson argued that with St Andrew's Day just three days away and 2009 being the year of the Homecoming that there was no better time to start flying the Saltire as a way of saying 'welcome' to the visitors which it is hoped will be attracted to the North-east next year.

Conservative member Bruce Luffman proposed that no action be taken citing health and safety reasons and was backed by 36 votes to 24.

Commenting, Cllr Merson said: "I am absolutely astounded by this. Having put forward the exact same policy that the Liberals introduced for the Scottish Executive in 2005, I really thought that this would be approved by the Administration.

"With the 2009 Year of the Homecoming almost upon us, when so many agencies are trying to attract visitors to Scotland next year in these difficult financial times, one of the key symbols of Scottish identity has been banished from our flagpoles.

"Instead of the traditional welcome of putting the flags out for our visitors, it is disappointing that the Tories and Liberals have made it a political issue.

"It is deeply disappointing, and something that the people of Aberdeenshire will remember whenever they see an empty flagpole."

source; Buchan Observer.
Please note the editors of this blog consider this decision by Aberdeenshire Council as unpatriotic to say the least.

Thursday 4 December 2008

MR TRUMP COMES HOME TO SCOTLAND.


MR TRUMP COMES HOME TO SCOTLAND.

Mr Donald Trump is set to make Scotland's North East the place to live, and for those of us who already know the beauty of the North East Coast of Scotland we welcome Mr Trump and the prosperity to the Scottish people he is likely to bring with him.
It was announced today that Mr Trump has already made smart moves by hiring local companies who are expected to renovate and restore the very old and historical 14 century building called "Menie House", which is within the expected new golf complex inside Menie Estate.
The idea that Mr Trump wants to come and live in Scotland will encourage the Scottish people and Mr Trump will find out first hand, Scottish blood only runs in a true Scots heart.
Mr Trump has already been reported on saying his plans will include the preservation of existing wildlife and also the natural sand dunes developed by the prevelant weather conditions on the North East Coast.
For those unsure about the planned area; the view is stunning, breathtaking and wild all rolled into one. It is an ideal choice for developing a World-Class golf course and complex. The local area is one of; "Tomorrow will do", as the pace of life is much slower and laid-back. Some of the houses in the local area have generators for their electricity, private wells for their water and T.V. still looked on as the Devil's work.
Is it news to you ? then you read it here first!

Tuesday 2 December 2008

SCOTTISH DIALECT WORDS FOR EVERYDAY USE.

SCOTTISH DIALECT WORDS FOR EVERYDAY USE.

SCOTTISH DIALECT WORDS FOR EVERYDAY USE will awaken the heart of many a Scot as they recognise the words from their different districts and areas of Scotland.
Although the known language of Scotland is English, the English themselves often have problems understanding Scottish dialect words when sometimes used. Most Scots will not deliberately break into their local area dialect if they know someone is listening who is from outside Scotland, but on the contrary will endeavour to make themselves be understood.
Never feel awkward about visiting Scotland as the intelligent Scot is more likely to attempt to make the visitor feel at home and try to make our Scottish regional dialect understood.
When we say someone looks;
peelie wallie, this is not an insult - in fact we are saying they look ill and pale.
Most of the Scots use everyday words like;
aye - which means yes
and
naw - which means no.
If you haiver - your talking nonsense.
roaming in th' gloaming - means walk in the evening.
speir - from the north east of Scotland, means question or enquire.
sleekit - as in Robert Burns wee sleekit - means sly.
dram - means a lovely measure of whisky.
skelpit lug - usually dished out by an angry parent, means a slap on the ear.
bannock - flat pancake usually made on a gridle, excellent with honey or syrup.
loon - north east Scotland, means boy or young man.
quine - north east Scotland, means girl or young lady.
ken - means know, example; I ken him or I know him.
braw - means beautiful or lovely.
fit like - north east of Scotland, means how are you today.
clootie dumpling - rich steamed fruit cake( a must try for visitors).
thrawn - means twisted: in reference to a person.
crabbit - means bad tempered.
sonsie - means radiant, healthy and pretty.
droukit - means soaked to the skin after getting caught in heavy rain.
The Glasgow regional phrases which although used in conjunction with Scottish dialect is a suggestion of how heavy the Glasgow accent or dialect can be; it reads as it sounds, ie;
APUNABURAFURAMURA, the slang is spoken as it reads and can be broken down as; A PUNA BURA FURA MURA or in simple English; A PUNA - A POUND OF, BURA - BUTTER, FURA - FOR YOUR, MURA - MOTHER.
IE; A POUND OF BUTTER FOR YOUR MOTHER.
This can be changed to; APUNAMINCEFURAMURA, very similar except the word MINCE - which is minced beef, one of the staple diets in Scotland.
As a Scot myself it never ceases to amaze, why Robert Burns took the trouble to write his poems and songs in the Old Scots tongue. Much of his correspondence to his wife, his publisher and his friends are still available to read today with little sign of his well known Scottish dialect design.
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