Hi.  We first went to Aviemore with our two children 1982, son aged 11 and daughter 1+. 
I remember the ice rink, the swimming pool and son had a great time on go-carts which
at that time were in the centre surrounded by hotels etc.  There was also a large cafeteria
adjacent to one of the hotels, which proved popular with families.  The ice rink initially was
very popular but as the years progressed we noticed it was not being utilised as it should
and became very shabby with virtually no upkeep.  I remember the hired skates were almost
impossible to wear and several attempts had to be made to find a pair suitable. Santa Land
was also popular although I don't recall ever visiting it. The car park was always fairly full,
again right in the centre of the "village".

Fiona McMillan