Scotland Travel Overview
Posted on Thursday, July 30, 2009
Scotland’s terrain is varied and breathtaking. With mountain peaks to coastlines with white sandy beaches, it has lush pastures and extensive woodlands. Scotland’s climate is generally oceanic, with no extreme variations. It is generally cool and wet, so even in mid-summer we advise you take some warm clothes and rainwear. Scotland is generally colder than the rest of the UK, especially in the more northerly regions. The west tends to be wetter and warmer than the cool, dry east. In upland areas, snow is common in winter, along with fog and mist. Scotland is a forthright and friendly place with a long tradition of hospitality which has not faded. Residents of countryside hamlets and the western islands may overwhelm you with their warm and enthusiastic welcome. Tipping is part of the way of life and is expected by most who provide a service e.g. taxi drivers, hotel doormen, and airport and railway porters. As a general guide a 10-15% of the cost of the service should be considered. In hotels and restaurants it’s worth checking whether a service charge has been added to the bill. Haggis is probably the best known Scottish delicacy. It is rich in flavour, however some people are put off as it is made from sheep’s offal. Fresh salmon, trout, herring, game and potato are also commonly featured on menus. Scottish Whisky or Scotch is world famous and is sold around the globe. It has been distilled in Scotland for centuries and was originally referred to as the water of life – uisge beatha.
The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh. The currency in Scotland, as in England, is the British Pound (Pound Sterling)
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Scotland makes some of the world’s best clothing and you’ll find a very good selection of tartans, woollens and tweeds. Edinburgh crystal, shortbread, Edinburgh rock (candy), bagpipes, sheepskin clothing, china, silver jewellery, crystal and whisky are also good buys.
Famous for: Bagpipes, Kilts, Tartain, Military Tattoo
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Scotland Tours 2009
Posted on Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Here we are in 2009 again hard at work, trying to make the best of challenging times. And what better way to start the year than a YEAR LONG CELEBRATION OF ALL THINGS SCOTTISH...
Robert Burns has always been Scotland's beloved national poet and in 2009 it is his 250th birthday. To mark the occasion, throughout 2009, over 100 events and festivals will take place in Scotland as the home of Burns, Whisky and Golf.
Here is just a small list of the events that will take place in Scotland from April to to St. Andrew's day on November 30:
1. The John Muir Odyssey - April to June. John Muir is considered to be the Father of Conservationism and was a founder of National Parks and one of the most influential people in the world environmental movement.
2. INSPIRED - April to September in Glasgow. "Inspired" is a modern art exhibition influenced by the life, poetry and songs of Robert Burns.
3. Whisky Month - May 1-31 across Scotland. A full month of celebrating whisky, from the spirit festival of Speyside to tasting sessions in one of the oldest distilleries, to a whisky course in Fife, there is something for everyone.
4. The Open Championship - July 16-19 in Turnberry. See some of golf's biggest players today battle it out for the oldest major championship, now at the 138th edition.
5. The Gathering - July 25-26 - Edinburgh - join clan members from around the world to witness Scotland's largest ever Highland Games. Pipers, dancers, parades, and games. It is all there.
6. Edinburgh Military Tattoo - 7-29 August - world famous military parades and theatre, set against the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. Trafalgar offers tickets included for all of the TOP tours to Scotland.
Trafalgar Tours offers various tours to Scotland, from the 8 day Best of Scotland to the 14 day Scottish Highlands Islands & Cities. Also, with the British Airways promo, you can save even more now when booking their next vacation with Trafalgar. So, no mather what your interests might be, Trafalgar offers them the opportunity to experience all things Scottish in 2009. Do not forget about the great savings that are available if you book Trafalgar compared to traveling on your own. as well as great discounts for repeat customers, groups of 5 or more people, young travelers and early payment. Make Scotland the destination of choice for your clients in 2009 with Trafalgar Tours.
Contributed by:
R. Dumitru, Trafalgar Tours
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