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Visions of Scotland
 
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Taking the concept of Visions of England and moving it north, Visions of Scotland is a treat for fans of the country or anyone who loves spectacular scenery. The gently gliding aerial footage (shot from a helicopter) captures the rolling hills and classic architecture of the Scots, traveling from Edinburgh’s Royal Mile to St. Andrews Royal and Ancient Golf Club, to Perth, the northern Lochs (including Loch Ness, of course, and its famous ruins of Urquhart Castle), Duart Castle, McCaig’s Towers, and many other points. The sights range from the sublime (a lone bird soaring over the highlands) to the mundane (the Friday commute in Glasgow). Narration provides brief and helpful descriptions of the locations plus small dabs of history, such as John Knox, Robert the Bruce, and William Wallace. The music is pleasant, both classical and regional (though the bagpipes sound slightly electronic), and what else besides the famous folk song could accompany the sight of Loch Lomond? In addition to the hourlong main program, there’s 25 minutes of narrator-less bonus footage, including the charming sight of tiny sheep scampering across the Isle of Kerrera. --David Horiuchi

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Gorgeous
 
Review Date: August 14, 2007
Reviewer: R. Fink, Harrisburg, Pa
Although the islands are ignored, the crisp photography, narrator with a pleasant burr and fine music make this an exceptional entry in the "Visions of" collection. Almost equal to "Over Ireland," still the best of the fly-by films.
Visions of Scotland
 
Review Date: February 25, 2008
Reviewer: Patricia Sherwood, Edmonds, WA
This was so beautiful, but I would have loved it to be much longer!!! Couldn't get enough of that lovely country.
A Bonny Good Time
 
Review Date: April 15, 2008
Reviewer: Brian E. Erland, Brea, CA - USA
Much like most of you out there I first became acquainted with the `Vision Series' of aerial travelogue features on PBS television. Whenever I came upon one while channel surfing I'd immediately put the remote down and sit back and relax. It wasn't long before I decided these programs were something I'd never tire of watching and needed to be added to my private DVD collection.

Released in '07, `Visions of Scotland' is the sixth high altitude tour in the series following `Visions of ... Greece / Italy / England / France and Germany'. As with the previous journeys the audience is whisked away far above the maddening crowd and daily concerns of life on the ground to view Scotland in all its magnificent natural beauty. Add to the visuals an haunting Celtic and regional soundtrack and soothing narration you'll begin to think you're really there!
Wonderful Memories
 
Review Date: March 7, 2009
Reviewer: Paul R. Rowlands, West Melbourne FL
We really enjoyed this video reminder of the trip we took to Scotland a couple years ago. Got to "revisit" many of our stops and see some new sights as well. Narration was helpful without being overwhelming and music was appropriate without being cliche.
Scotland the Beautiful
 
Review Date: August 28, 2008
Reviewer: Judy R. Smith,
wonderful scenery, and having been there was very familiar with everything.
Everyone should see Scotland/

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