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Members I-Z

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32 Milton Park,
Aviemore PH22 1RR

Tel : +44 (0)1479 810550
Mob:+ 44 (0)7815 294835

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Imperiale, Cosimo
 
Languages : ITALIAN, English, Conversational French and Spanish..
Speciality : Angling and Wildlife
Day Coach Tours, Itinerary Planning, Welcome Services
 
Profile: Born in Italy , worked in the hospitality industry , in Germany ,Switzerland and Italy. Worked as Catering Manager one the largest Hotel Company in the world (HILTON).
Arrived in fair city of PERTH in early sixties , Moved to Aviemore 1967,always interested in Scottish history, landscape, flora, fauna. Very keen Angler, very good knowledge the life and cycle of the Atlantic Salmon and Sea trout.

 



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Carrera, Urray, Muir-of-Ord
Ross-Shire, IV6 7UL


Tel: +44 (0)1463 870642
Fax: +44 (0)1463 871682

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Keith, Jan
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Cruise Ships, Gardens
Day Coach Tours, Itinerary Planning, Welcome Services
 
I have 10 years experience of tour guiding working at home and abroad working with all age groups, large and small.

These include all forms of guiding e.g. Welcome Services, Planning Itineraries, Escorting Groups, Scenic railway tours, golfing groups, distilleries, castles and gardens, historic sites, local wildlife, and working with cruise liner tours both on shore and on board. I also arrange entertainment packages to include traditional music, song and dance - haggis, neeps etc!

My own interests include singing, travel, cooking, the theatre, making knitted toys and walking with my 3 dogs . I'm a people person with a good sense of fun!

 


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Wingfold, 5 Castle Terrace
Ullapool, IV26 2XD

Tel: 018 54 612461
Mobile: 07999 537590


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Keppel, Alice
 

Languages : GERMAN and English
Speciality : Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach

Day Coach Tours,
Extended Coach,
 
For additional details please use the contact details displayed to the left.
 


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The Holl, Pluscarden
Elgin IV30 8TZ


Tel: +44 (0)1463 793225
Mob: +44 7840 887759

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Knox , Jim
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Walking Tours, Golf.
Day Coach Tours
 
I am a native Scot based in Morayshire, with a love of nature and walking - walks and outings can be arranged taking in seascape, river and glens! Golf outings to the best historic and scenic courses.
 





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Tigh-na del Plata
Dulnain Bridge
PH26 3LS
Morayshire

Tel/Fax: +44 (0)1479 851319
Mobile: +44 (0)7971 828232

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Lambie, Rosana
 
Languages : SPANISH, ENGLISH
Speciality : British and Hispanic literature and multicultural matters
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Walking, Welcome Services
 
The fascination with Scotland started as a student of English, back in Argentina where I originally come from. Little did I know then, that a few years later, I would be living in the heart of the Highlands, having such a wonderful landscape at my doorstep. Since moving here in 2002 I have been working as an interpreter for various whisky companies which organise whisky tours as part of their PR activities.

Over the next few years, my knowledge about Scottish history and culture increased and, being Spanish my mother tongue, I soon started guiding Spanish-speaking groups of tourists around the area, hoping they feel as fascinated with this wonderful place as I still do.
 




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2 Riverside Place, Alness,

Ross-shire  IV17 0QF

Tel: +44 (0)1349 884 618

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Lea, Christine
This member has her own web site HERE
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Driver Guide (Minibus), Walking, Wildlife
Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Walking
PSV licence holder

I am a competent and experienced guide having spent many years leading groups on walking holidays in the Highlands. I was a Countryside Ranger for several years and therefore my interests lie in the environment and wildlife. It gives me great pleasure showing this beautiful country to visitors.

I am happy to organise and take groups/ individuals on walking holidays in the Scottish Highlands. This could be for one day up to a week. I have a PSV driving licence (mini-bus). I am also available for driver/guiding

 


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Tannachy Beag, Bogton Road
Forres, Moray IV36 3TW

Tel: +44 (0)1309 673855
Mob: +44 (0)7817 106662

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MacIver, Sandra
 

Languages : ENGLISH

Specialities:local history, landscape and land use.

Day Coach Tours,Driver Guiding, Walking,
 
Born and bred on a family farm then educated in Moray I spent most of my life there although my work took me throughout the Grampian Region. I worked for over 35 years in different aspects of Scottish Law. I am passionate about encouraging visitors to see and experience the best (not necessarily the most expensive) about Scotland and our people. I try my hand at photography, golf, curling and skiing with varying degrees of success. I will assist with welcoming people into the area, tour guiding and itinerary planning for 1/2 and whole day tours. I can include lowland walking, gardens, castles but what I particularly like is tailor made days for small groups.
 



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25 Old Edinburgh Road
Inverness IV2 3HJ

Tel: +44 (0)1463 222 342
Mob: +44 (0)7929 716431

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Mackay, Donald
 
Languages : ENGLISH, conversational French and German
Speciality: Highland history and culture
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding
PVC licence holder
I was born in Inverness and was employed the Highland Council specialising latterly in database design, retiring in 2001. Since then I have been employed with Jacobite Cruise Inverness as a driver/guide.

For four generations my family devoted much time and energy to recording Highland history and I have continued this interest and have had a number of historical articles published in the local press. For 20 years I was honorary Secretary for the Inverness Civic Trust conservation society. I am also interested in the flora and fauna of the Highlands being, for many years, a member of the RSPB and SOC ornithological societies.
 


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18, Upper Leachkin,
Inverness, IV3 8PN


Mobile:07724 186651

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Mackay , Iain
 
Languages : ENGLISH and GAELIC
Speciality : Culture of the Highlands and Islands
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding
 
Native Gaelic speaker from the Isle of Lewis, presently studying an Hons degree in Highlands and Islands culture. For the last ten years I operated cruises and was the captain of a Tall Ship round the Highlands and Islands. Walking, fishing and History. Storytelling, Highland Life Experiences – kilts, food, clans, weapons, bagpipes and whisky tasting sessions.
Small and large group catered for all year round.
 




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Gael Connexions,

Camas a' Challtuinn, Ardgour
Fort William PH33 7AB

Mob: +44 (0)7769 922463

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MacLean, Colin G
This member has his own web site HERE
 

Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Hebrides, Lochaber, Mull and Iona

PSV licence holder (up to 53 seater coach)

Day Coach Tours, Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Walking,
 
I was born in Glasgow, moved to Sutherland in 1969  to work as a Ferry Skipper at Kylesku, then Corran (Fort William). In between that, I've been a Coach Driver/Courier throughout the Highlands and Islands, with more than a passing interest in clan history. I am a Life Member of the Clan Maclean and lived for six years on Mull, where I drove a coach for my Chief . I take great pleasure in describing my country to visitors and have an in-depth knowledge of the flora and fauna and the built and natural landscape.
 


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Torvaig, Cullicudden
Balblair, Dingwall IV7 8LL

Tel: 01349 877619

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Martin, Margaret
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Day Coach Tours
Day Coach Tours
 
For additional details please use the contact details displayed to the left.

 


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Milton of Aberarder, Strathnairn
By Dores, Inverness, IV2 6UE


Tel: +44 (0)1808 521218
Mobile : +44 (0)7801 634357

 
Matheson, Kathleen
 
Languages : ENGLISH, German, French
Day Coach Tours, Welcome Services
 
I have been guiding now for more than twenty years – mostly in German or English, but occasionally in French too. I prefer to do one-day or two-day tours, here in the Highlands.Having been an elected member of the Highland Council for fifteen years until 2007, and being married to a Highland farmer, I feel I have a good knowledge of the way of life, and culture of our area. I am also keen to recount some of the history and legend of the area, believing a good story essential to painting the picture of the Highlands of then and now.
 



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114 Lochalsh Road
Inverness, IV3 5QS

Tel: +44 (0)1463 220 906

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McDonald, Skye
 
Languages : ENGLISH, conversational French, German
Speciality : Mountain and walking guide with MLTB Certificate. PSV licence holder
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Walking, Welcome Services
 
Brought up in Scone, Scotland's ancient capital, I now work out of its Highland Capital, Inverness, in summer. In winter I fly south with the ospreys and tour guide in Africa.

As a qualified mountain leader I specialise in guiding in the mountains, glens and along the coastline of the north west of Scotland. Walks vary from strenuous to gentle strolls; it is important to enjoy the countryside at your own pace.

I also driver/guide. With experience in adult education (albeit as a ceramicist!) I love to share the history, geography, fables and anecdotes of our rich heritage with our guests in Scotland.

 


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'Greenlees'
4a Wyvis Drive,
Nairn IV12 4SU


Tel/Fax: +44 (0)1667 459233
Mobile: +44 (0)7734 543548
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Mercer, Sandra
 
Languages : ENGLISH, German, French
Speciality : Cruise Ships
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, , Welcome Services
 
I graduated with an honours degree in German and French from Aberdeen University, during which I spent an academic year at the University of Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany, and went on to teach English in Lausanne, Switzerland. On my return to Scotland, I worked in the Scottish tourism industry at national and regional levels. Since moving to the Scottish Highlands in 1995, I have been tour guiding and lecturing in tourism. I specialise in German and French speaking markets, with a primary focus on cruise ships and corporate groups. Additionally, I act as local agent for ground-handlers organising shore excursions.
 

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Guide Scotland
34 Gladstone Place
Queen's Cross
Aberdeen AB10 6XA

 

Tel : Tel. 01224 324875
Fax : 07749 065687

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Milne, Malcolm
This member has his own web site HERE
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : STGA Blue Badge Guide.
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Walking
 
For additional details please use the contact details displayed to the left.

 


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5 Seaton Cottages
The Dock, Avoch
Ross-Shire, IV9 8QE


Tel/Fax: +44 (0)1381 621851

Mob: 07707 026955

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Mitchell, Sandy
This member has his own web site HERE
 

Languages : ENGLISH, German, French, some Dutch
Speciality : Driver guide, walking, wildlife

PSV Licence holder

Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Walking, Welcome Services
 
I have been a tour guide for almost 30 years. For 22 of these I operated my own holiday business, offering walking, wildlife and Scottish history trips – in the Scottish Highlands and Islands, Ireland and south-west USA.

I speak German, French and some Dutch. I have a full (D) bus licence and so can offer driver-guided tours in almost any size of vehicle. I also offer group and individual hiking programmes including special topics such as bird-watching, wildflowers, local history, the Picts, Scottish literature, castles and gardens. My other interests include Scottish heritage, dialects and literature, photography an geology.
 




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5 Stuarthill Drive, Maryburgh
Dingwall, Ross-shire IV7 8EL

Tel: 01394 861476
Mobile: 07870358140

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Munro, George
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Brahan Seer, Glens, Dams and Lochs.
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guide
 

I was born in the Spey side town of Grantown of a long established Highland family, and have spent all my life in and around the County town of Dingwall, on the Cromarty Firth. I am interested in the Highlands both historically and for its future prosperity. My long career in Local Government has seen me travel extensively throughout the Highlands and the Islands of the North and West and I am anxious to pass on local first hand information I have gained to visitors to the area. I would be particularly happy to discuss with prospective visitors what they would like to see as part of their tour.

 



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17 New Street,
Shandwick, Tain IV20 1UX

Tel : +44 (0)1862 850 060
Mob: +44 (0)7519 575 423

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Murray, Pat
This member has his own web site HERE
 
Languages : ENGLISH, Italian, Conversational French and German
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Welcome Services, Walking.
 

Explore with me the classic and secret places of this beautiful and fascinating country. I’m Scottish, a teacher of theatre, English language and literature, with international experience. But home is where my heart is and my heart’s in the Highlands. Come and see why.

Esplorate con me gli itinerari classici e scoprite i luoghi segreti di questo Paese bellissimo e affascinante. Sono scozzese, insegnante di teatro, letteratura e lingua inglese, con esperienza internazionale, ma la mia casa e il mio cuore sono nelle Highlands. Venite a vedere perché.

 

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13 Ryebank, Rosemarkie
Black Isle, IV10 8XB


Tel:+44 (0)1381 620 947
Mobile: +44(0) 7770 690566


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Naismith, Ken
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Mountains, Islands, Modern Scotland, Scottish Songs
Day Coach Tours, Driver Guiding, Walking,
 
I was born and have lived all my life in Scotland, the last 30 years in the Highlands around Inverness.I am a keen hill walker and have climbed all of the Munroes and Corbetts. I am also a Long Distance Cyclist and CTC Runs Leader I have a very good geographical knowledge of Scotland and its islands and love touring its countryside, visiting its unique attractions and sharing and explaining them to our guests.
 


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18 Hartfield Road
Tain
Ross-shire IV19 1DE

Tel:+44 (0)1862 893850
Mobile:+44 (0)7749 998 701


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Neilson, Bruce
 

Languages : ENGLISH, basic French
Speciality : Golfing holidays, own minibus

Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Welcome Services
 
I was born and brought up near Edinburgh and after a career in accountancy in southern England and the Middle East, retired to the Highlands, I ran a Bed & Breakfast in Dornoch for two years and now specialise in day tours from local hotels. I also organise golfing holidays with sightseeing tours for non golfers.

This member has his own website www.ocean-links-golf.com
 


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Balintrad House, Invergordon
Ross-shire IV18 0LY


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Peel, Nick
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Day Coach Tours
 
For additional details please use the contact details displayed to the left.
 


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20 Bruce Gardens
Inverness , IV3 5EN


Tel: +44 (0)1463 22 47 82
Mobile: +44(0)7774 541 728


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Ross, Lilian
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Scottish Culture, Storytelling and Song
Day Coach Tours
 
Born in rural Aberdeenshire, I was brought up with a rich tradition of song and storytelling. I have lived in the Highlands for twenty years and am a National Registered Storyteller and Traditional Singer. Last year whilst guiding for a cruise I was described as "a real Scottish woman". I enjoy sharing stories and songs that help to enlighten visitors on our ancient history and heritage. I love the west coast and Loch Ness and I will be storytelling on evening trips on Loch Ness this summer as well as other tour guide work. I look forward to meeting you.

This member has her own website:  www.lilianross.com
 


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10 Riverside
Foyers
Inverness IV2 6YH


Tel: +44 (0)1456 486628


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Schuster, Johanna
 
Languages : GERMAN
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Itinerary Planning, Walking, Welcome Services
 
Originally from Offenbach/Germany, I moved to Scotland in 1994, trained with the Scottish Tour Guide Association, and have been guiding since 1995. While in the past my work predominantly comprised extended tours I now mainly guide day tours in the Highlands as well as the occasional 2-3 day tour. I am experienced in a wide variety of tours (general interest/study/agricultural etc.) and it is important to me to tailor my guiding to the groups' particular needs. I especially enjoy sharing with my groups what it is like to live in this wonderful country.
 


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14 Columba Court
Oban, PA34 5BC


Tel/Fax: +44 (0)1631 563077
Mobile : +44 (0)7901 693213

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Smith, Martyn
 
Languages : ENGLISH, German
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Itinerary Planning, Walking, Welcome Services
 
For additional details please use the contact details displayed to the left.
 


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Tel: +44 (0)7737 346734


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Tack, Konstanze
 
Languages : GERMAN, English
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Itinerary Planning, Welcome Services
 

German Born - Scottish by Design
Bringing Scotland to Life - Past and Present with (His-)Story and Anecdote
Scottish Isles and Mainland, Northern England Day or Extended Tours

 


 

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Ullevi, Edderton,
Tain IV9 1LQ.


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Urquhart, Muriel
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Day Coach Tours
 
Born and bred in Tain, I have lived all my life in Easter Ross apart from twenty years spent in Lancashire. On our return my husband and I owned and ran a holiday caravan park for nine years during which time I enjoyed meeting people and helping them make the most of their stay in the area. I have great pride in my country and enjoy showing visitors this beautiful part of the Highlands with all it has to offer - landscape, history, culture and wildlife.
 


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5 Gaza, Portmahomack
Tain, Ross-shire
IV20 1YL


Tel: +44 (0)1862 871577
Mobile: +44 (0)7786 345551

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Vass, Edith
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Walking, Welcome Services
 

I was born, brought up and have lived in Easter Ross in the Highlands of Scotland all my life therefore have in depth knowledge of the area. Having travelled extensively as a Tour Leader for over 20 years I believe that I have the experience to guide and inform groups and individuals about this beautiful part of the country.

 

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Tales and Tours
2 Sutherland Crescent, Tain
Ross-shire, IV19 1DR


Tel/Fax: +44 (0)1862 893212
(evenings only)

Mobile : +44 (0)7880 862389

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Watssman, Martin
This member has his own web site HERE
 
Languages : ENGLISH and Conversational Hebrew
Speciality : School and Youth Groups, Folklore and Storytelling
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Itinerary Planning, Walking
 
Born in Glasgow in 1958, I was influenced by my father's tales of Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm, which filled my imagination with huge dogs, little mermaids and gingerbread cottages.I've always enjoyed sharing a good yarn and I test out new tales and all character developments on my four children, who are by far my sternest critics.

While telling stories is a natural asset fro a tour guide, it is not enough to be able to talk for eight hours on a coach. I have completed training under the auspices of the HIE and hold the Welcome Host certificate for customer relations. With a wide interest in both Scottish history and geography, I have tried to use life experiences to develop a style of touring which is both factual, when necessary, and also entertaining.
 

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Burnhill
Strathpeffer
Ross-shire, IV14 9DH


Tel: +44 (0)1997 421 292

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Watt, Jock
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Walking tours
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Walking
 
I was born in the Highlands and know the area and its people extremely well. I have worked extensively in the Tour Guiding business for the past ten years in the following ways: coach and rail tours, day and extended tours, golf tours, meet and greet, walking and camping tours, tour planning. I was previously a Teacher and a Director of Leisure Services. I am presently studying Gaelic Language and Culture. I commentate at Highland Gatherings and perform on the stage as a compere, comedian and actor. I aim to guide in a style which is both informative and entertaining and thus give my customers an enjoyable and, hopefully, memorable experience.
 




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7 Muirden Road, Maryburgh, Inverness IV7 8EJ

Tel : +44 (0)1349 861994

Mob. +44 (0) 7740 216595

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Willet, Jonathan
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Speciality : Wildlife and Walking
Day Coach Tours, Driver Guiding, Walking
 

I am Lowlander by birth but a Highlander by inclination. I started my guiding career in 1995 with two years at Aigas Field Centre, just outside Inverness. I continued guiding groups in my various jobs after that. I moved back to the Highlands in 2005 and in March 2006 I started Red Kite Tours.

My main interest is wildlife guiding, but soon after I started guiding I realised no wildlife in Scotland lives beyond the influence of people. So I needed to understand the history, folklore, geology and place names of the Highlands to successfully interpret the exceptional landscape and wildlife found here to my clients. In May 2006 I became a member of HOSTGA and I also qualified as a Scottish Tour Guide Association regional affiliate for Caithness and Sutherland.


 


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"An Teallach"
Scotsburn Road
Kildary, Invergordon
Ross-shire IV18 0NJ


Tel: 01862 842311
Mobile: 07760 456512.

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Williams, Chris
 
Languages : ENGLISH
Day Coach Tours
 
Having lived in the Highlands, both in Wester and Easter Ross, for over thirty years, and having taken early retirement from music teaching, I am enjoying using my knowledge of the Highlands by introducing visitors to local places of interest. My personal interests, apart from music and music making, include photography, theatre and railways.
 



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Little Gluich,
Edderton, Tain IV19 1LQ

Tel: 01862 821 325
Mobile: 07708 425 199

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Wylie, Robert
 
Languages : ENGLISH and conversational French
Speciality: Coach tours, driver guiding
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding,
 

The Highlands have been my home for nearly twenty years following many years working and travelling in foreign parts. Trained as an accountant I now have the pleasure of teaching English and French and showing my wild and beautiful country to visitors. I live in paradise with the mountains and moorland to look over me and the birds and the animals to keep me company. Let me show you Scotland.

Interests: History, Economics, Politics, Languages, Walking and Wildlife

 



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Hythie, 10 Seaview Road
Cummingston,
Elgin IV30 5YU

Tel:01343 835 946
Mobile: 078 1730 2762

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Wyllie , Ruth
 
Languages : ENGLISH, conversational Russian and German, some French
Speciality: Scotland’s Christian Heritage, The coasts and seas of Northern Scotland.
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Welcome Services
 

Born a Mackay, albeit in England, I was educated in Elgin and Edinburgh and have been learning as well as teaching ever since! A deep of love of most things Scottish and an urge to share my passions, has now led me into guiding. Let me share with you something of our history and landscape. As a qualified and experienced teacher of English as a foreign language, I have a special interest in telling our Story clearly and simply.

 

 

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Ford House, Ford
Lochgilphead, Argyll
PA31 8RH

Tel: +44 (0)l546 810 273

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Zanelli, Ric
 
Languages: ENGLISH AND ITALIAN, conversational French
Speciality: Industrial archaeology and Argyll
Day Coach Tours, Walking
 
I was born and grew up in Italy. Ten years ago I moved to Britain and have been living in Scotland since 2003. In the past I have worked for both national and international tour operators in Italy – in office positions, as a tour escort, or as an external agent in charge of incoming operations. My wife and I currently run a guest house in Argyll. I enjoy walking and specialise in industrial archaeology with an emphasis on canals and the colourful local history of Argyll.

This member has his own website www.ford-house.com
 


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Ravenscross, Badninish
Dornoch, IV25 3JB


Tel: +44 (0)1862 810952
Mob: +44 (0)7881 921044


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Zywietz, Ulrike
 
Languages : GERMAN, English
Day Coach Tours, Extended Coach, Driver Guiding, Itinerary Planning, Walking, Welcome Services
 
I have been guiding since 1992, have been a member of the Scottish Tourist Guides Association since 1996 and of HOSTGA since it was founded. So I have worked with both German and English groups for many years. On day tours and extended tours throughout Scotland numerous visitors have enjoyed being shown the many aspects of this fascinating country tailored to every group’s needs and interests. From walking on the Isle of Skye, visiting farms, Scottish city tours to special interest and corporate incentive tours, and of course Inverness, Sutherland and Caithness excursions – all of this can be realised when you book my guiding services!
 


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