Scotland

[slleipnir]

Anyone every traveled there? What did you think? Is it a good place to travel to on your own? I really want to go there, and I can't seem to find anyone who can go with me. What sort of things are there to do, and how do you get around?? I'm thinking of going next summer if I get accepted into school

[Karen]

I have been to Glasgow in January - I took an overnight train up there from London, and was met by my dear old boss. It was a cool grey day, just a little rain, but there was plenty to see and do indoors as well. It was a very nice visit, but then, I did have "native" guides! And his wife even let me try a bite of her haggis at dinner, too.

The British rail system is a bit unpredictable, schedule-wise, but will get you there reliably, as long as you aren't on too strict a timetable.

[Twisterdog]

Well, I'd go with you in a heartbeat, if I could. My father's family is all from Scotland, he has traced our family tree back to the early 1500's. I'd love to see all the places my family lived, and possibly even meet some of them.

If you go, do let us know all about it, please.

[binka_nugget]

I've never been, but Alan and I are thinking about spending some time there on our (distant) honeymoon. He has lots of family there and says it's just beautiful!

[kitten645]

I've been many times. You can do Edinburgh in a day. I really recommend going to other spots as well. Sterling has a beautiful castle. I didn't care for Glasgow much but it's an interesting city to tour. I've not been to Roslyn but would love to go for all the mysterious reasons..LOL...Davinci's code, freemasons etc. While the rail system isn't 100% reliable, it's the only way to go. We made the mistake of renting a car once and even though my boyfriend was Irish and used to the whole other side of the road thing, I white knuckeled it the entire trip. Just remember its ALWAYS cold. I tried to convince a friend of mine of that fact and she said Oh it can't be that bad ...it's June. I happily did an "I-told-you-so" dance in my parka while she froze in her sweatshirt! LOL The Scots are lovely people and I've enjoyed it immensly. I would like to see Loch Ness and the Shetland islands sometime.
Claudia

[Suki Wingy]

Ooh, I'd love to go with you! Only problem is I can't afford it right now. I've checked though and occasionally you can find flights from chicago to for about $300 but I don't know about other places.

[Killearn Kitties]

Why not have a look at the Tourist Board's site as a starting point? You might pick up some ideas of things you would like to do, or places you might like to go. Visit Scotland I see there are also lots of little flags along the top, including a Canadian one. That takes you to a related site which probably has travel and tours specifically from Canada.

If you decided against an organised tour, yes travelling on your own is fairly easy particularly across the central belt, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirling, and also between major cities.

If you have any specific queries, I'd be delighted to try and help.

[Ginger's Mom]

It was back in 1980 or "81 that some friends and I went to England and drove up to Scotland. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. Gorgeous country, warm and welcoming people, and interesting places to visit. Aah, yes, I have very fond memories of Scotland. We stayed at B&B's there (but real ones, not like the resorts they have here). If you can go, I say do it, you will not be sorry.

[ScottieMommy]

I never been there but i have a Scottish Terrier does that count? LOL.

Anyways you should look at websites and traveling sites, take your time to learn a bit of history too.

[slick]

I'm another one who wants to travel to the UK so badly but finances just won't permit it.

I was speaking to a coworker some time ago who travels back and forth regularly to visit family. She said to use Zoom Airlines as they are the cheapest. Now that was 3 years ago so I hope the same is true today. Also I'm not sure what cities in the Maritimes they fly out of.