Have a Ferry Nice Retirement
Ferry Nice
If life on the Ocean wave calls you, but you are just a tiny bit of a landlubber, then have a think about buying yourself a ferry rather than a deep sea sailer. And it’s not just any ferry it's the one between John O'Groats in Caithness and Orkney, one of the ferries that until nowe hasn’t been in the news. Buy this ferry and you can be independent yourself, just as the islanders themselves have been discussing recently. Indeed they feel they are closer to Norway than Scotland, but that might just be related to the fact that Norway is the richest per capita country in the world and petro dollars have enriched the entire nation of just 5.4 million souls, almost exactly the same size as the nation of Scotland. The business only runs for five months of the year due to demand and adverse weather, but there is scope to extend the trading season and make a few more bob. The ferry which has been run by the same family for more than 50-years, was started in 1971, and it is being advertised for the bargain price of £1.25m. I’ll root behind the sofa cushions immediately for the cash. The founder’s son, daughter and daughter-in-law run the business these days.
The waters between John O’Groats and Orkney are rich in sealife and you can often spot pods of orcas rising from the vessel. The owners are taking a much needed rest and are planning a happy retirement after 50 years plus of running the ferry and it has obviously been some fun. And if you know of someone taking well earned retirement and who should have their service commemorated then I humbly suggest that you look no further than the pages of James Pirie, established 1890, to get the proper sort of gift. And if I can also make a salient point to the thrifty, at the moment you can get up 75% off the fabulous Royal Scot Crystal, 30% off the striking Caithness Glass and Royal Crown Derby and 10% off the gold leafed Herend Glass. These are things fit for a king! Take this presentation worthy Aviemore Solid Oak Whisky Tray & Crystal Square Spirit Decanter and 2 Large Crystal Tumblers in a fine presentation box by Royal Scot Crystal. This wonderful Whisky Tray Set comprises of a solid oak wooden tray, an Aviemore Square Spirit Decanter and 2 Aviemore Large Tumblers. The ultimate retirement present for someone who appreciates fine Whisky.
