5th February onwards 'Six Nations Championship'. The northern hemisphere's primier rugby showcase, the 2005 RBS Six Nations Championship, is set to kick off on 5th February when reigning champions France take on Scotland at Stade de France in Paris. This year the Scots will welcome Ireland (12th February), Italy (26th February) and Wales (13th March) to Edinburgh and coach Matt Williams' will be looking for the classic 'Murrayfield roar' to spur his team on. Further information can be found at www.visitscotland.com

12th to 20th February 'Fort William Mountain Film Festival'. Taking place in the Lochaber area and during the best winter climbing and walking conditions of the year, the festival provides entertainment in a variety of ways including a very full programme of lectures, films, activities and exhibitions. This year's main speakers are: Sir Chris Bonington, "Cubby" Cuthbertson, Dave Macleod, Ken Crocket and Dick Balharry. For further information please visit www.mountainfilmfestival.co.uk

14th February 'St Valentine's Day'. This month we celebrate St Valentine's Day by sending our loved ones annonimous gifts. For the special person in your life why not arrange to send a bouquet of flowers by Marks and Spencer. click here

14th February 'St Valentine's Day'. Here is another great way to spoil your partner or spouse choose from a selection of Romantic Weekend Breaks in conjunction with 'flybe', either in Scotland or World wide click here

21st February to 12th March 'Inverness Music Festival'. If you are visiting Inverness during these dates do not miss this event. The Festival is a competitive event which attracts over 1000 competitors of all ages to venues throughout the city.