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Scotland Tourist Information
[Travel] (EuropeUpClose)Introduction to Scotland Scotland is the one of the nations comprising the United Kingdom and it is home to some of the country’s best nature preserves and scenic views. With a few major cities, much of the country has a rustic, rural feel. The largest city is Glasgow, home to a thriving music scene, whereas its neighbor Edinburgh is the capital and site for the world famous Edinburgh Fringe. Tourists flock to Scotland to enjoy hillwalking, traditional hearty food, and a distinct atm ...
Introduction to Scotland
Scotland is the one of the nations comprising the United Kingdom and it is home to some of the country’s best nature preserves and scenic views. With a few major cities, much of the country has a rustic, rural feel. The largest city is Glasgow, home to a thriving music
scene, whereas its neighbor Edinburgh is the capital and site for the world famous Edinburgh Fringe. Tourists flock to Scotland to enjoy hillwalking, traditional hearty food, and a distinct atmosphere reflective of the Scottish culture which locals have defended over the centuries.
Passports & Visas
Citizens of EU and EEA countries, most of North and South America, Japan, Israel, Australia and New Zealand do not require a visa to visit Scotland.
Obtaining a US passport
The US Government Website is where to start.
Visa information
For more information on UK Visas, visit the UK Border Agency websiteAmerican Offices
Provides consular assistance to U.S. citizens
United States Embassy
3 Regent Terrace
Edinburgh EH7 5BW
Phone [44] (0)131 556 8315
Fax [44] (0)131 557 6023Scotland Tourist Information
Culture and History
For an extensive history on Scotland, recounting the many country’s battles and hardships, visit the Scotland History website .Currency and Money
Scotland uses their variation of the British Pound. Cash machines (ATMs) are available throughout the country and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere. While British banks do not charge fees for foreign credit cards, be aware that your bank might. There is often confusion about the legal tender status of Scottish notes; while it is possible to use English-printed notes in Scotland, it sometimes can be troublesome to use Scottish-printed notes in England.
Driving in Scotland
Scotland drives on the left side of the road and drivers should make themselves comfortable with this layout as quickly as possible. Drivers in Scotland are typically well-mannered and it is courteous to wave where a thank you to another driver is expected. There is little congestion in the nation outside the areas around Glasgow and Edinburgh. Check out our tips for driving in Britain before you leave.
Electricity in Scotland
Electricity is 220volt and takes “British standard” three-pronged plugs. Make sure your appliances can accept the higher voltage of power (American outlets provide 120 volts) or you’ll need a converter and an adapter. Some appliances and computers can accommodate either 120 or 220 volts either automatically or with just the flip of a switch on the appliance. (Check it out before you buy.)Emergency Numbers
Call 999 if you are in an emergency and an operator will connect you with the police, ambulance, or fire department.
Etiquette in Scotland
Almost all Scots are very polite and well-mannered, with a balanced blend of seriousness and humor. Queuing is a British tradition and ‘cutting’ in line is not welcome. Avoid mistakes by referring to Scotland as ‘England’, or the Scots as ‘English’, as this may be cause for a grievous offense. The country is relatively relaxed and Scots are considered the friendliest of the four nations in the UK.
Public Hours in Scotland
Most shops are open Mondays – Saturdays 9am to 5:30pm, although supermarkets stay open until 10; some larger supermarkets stay open 24×7. Sunday shopping is typically 10-11am to 4-5pm.Safety
Rough drunkedness is a common complaint in cities large and small; it is wise to avoid large groups if at all possible. Overall, crime in Scotland is relatively low; however, most towns have rough areas so it is important to always remain alert.Time Zone
Greenwich Meridian Time (GMT)Tipping in Scotland
Tipping is expected in restaurants, although in some establishments a service charge is already included. A typical tip would be 10% for good service. It is not necessary to tip in a bar or pub.Weather in Scotland
The weather can be different from one side of Scotland to the other. The west coast tends to be more rainy due to the incoming weather from the Atlantic. Summer temperatures can reach over 60F, and winter temperatures can (but infrequently do) drop below freezing. Snowfall in winter is standard in high elevations but less common towards the English border. Weather is a topic of daily conversation; be prepared for a mix of all seasons in a single day.
Getting Around Scotland
Air Transportation
The UK has extremely good air transportation coverage, both domestic and international. Glasgow and Edinburgh both have direct service to London and continental Europe; there are a few select flights to the USA or further afield destinations.Bus
Bus service is inexpensive and required for many destinations where the railways do not reach. The two primary carriers are Megabus and Citylink.Boats and Ferries
Stenaline and P&O Irish Sea offer ferry service from the west coast of Scotland to Northern Ireland.Rail
Scotland’s rail network is limited only to service in the larger cities. The west coast is poorly represented on the rail map. All Scottish rail service is run by First ScotRail .Car Rental
Car Rental companies are the standard set of brands, and it is recommended to make your booking before leaving home. American citizens are permitted to drive with a U.S. driver’s license for the duration of a visit to Scotland; i.e., as long as their status is that of tourist and not resident.Taxis
In the cities, a taxi can be hired on the street but it typically is easier to either phone ahead or pick one up at a taxi stand, as there are not enough taxis to go around. In rural locations, you must phone ahead for your taxi.Health
The National Health Service, commonly known as the NHS, provides free healthcare throughout the country. Should you require medical treatment, it is best to have your accommodation (hotel) contact a local physician’s office. Emergency treatment can be had at any nearby emergency room, called A&E (Accident and Emergency). Be prepared for a wait as most A&Es are overcrowded.
Personal Medications
No permit is required to carry medication in your luggage. However, you should pack your medication in its original containers and/or have your doctor’s prescription with you. Customs officials will have to be satisfied that you are not importing more than would be necessary for your personal use, taking into account the drug type and length of stay (for no more than three months).Lodging in Scotland
Check out our Glasgow Hotel Guide and Edinburgh Hotel Guide . Outside these cities, typical accommodation includes camping or locally-run bed and breakfasts.
Main Sights in Scotland
The main spectacle in Scotland is the beautiful landscape; rolling hills, dark lochs, endless forests. A few specific must-sees include:
• Rosslyn Chapel, outside of Edinburgh
• Loch Ness , which still hides the secrets of the monster Nessie
• A number of regal Scottish castles
For more ideas, check out our Top Sights in Scotland guide.
Public Holidays in Scotland
New Year’s Day (January 1)
Second of January (January 2)
Good Friday
Early May Bank Holiday (first Monday in May)
Spring Bank Holiday (last Monday in May)
Summer Bank Holiday (first Monday in August)
Saint Andrew’s Day (November 30)
Christmas Day (December 25)
Boxing Day (December 26)Telephones in Scotland
Dialing Procedures
UK phone numbers start with an area code of four digits followed by the six digit number. The exception is London, where the area code is three digits and the number is eight digits.
When dialing to the UK from abroad, drop the leading zero in front of the number. When calling within the UK, keep it.
Example (within UK): 07747 – 3334444
Example (outside the UK): 011 44 7747 3334444
Useful Country Codes:
USA and Canada 1
UK 44Returning to the US
Customs,VAT & Duty Free
When you return to the U.S., you’ll need to declare everything you brought back that you did not take with you when you left. If you are traveling by air or sea, you may be asked to fill out a Customs Declaration Form provided by the airline or cruise ship. Keep your sales slips. Try to pack the things you’ll need to declare separately. Read the signs in the Customs area; they contain helpful information about how to clear Customs.For complete information on Customs, look at the U.S. Government Customs Website
Value Added Tax (VAT) Refund Information
We have found it such a hassle to try to reclaim the VAT tax that we simply do not bother. If however, you will be spending a great deal of money, it might be worth the many steps you will need to go through. Also, remember that a 7 percent V.A.T. (Value Added Tax) tax is added to rates for all restaurants and hotel rooms. Service is included. This 7% V.A.T. tax on services is not refundable.Travelers to Scotland from outside the EU are entitled to a reimbursement of the 16 % V.A.T. (Value Added Tax) they pay on all purchases as long as the purchases add up to no less than 90 Euros in the same store and on the same day. The vendor must provide the purchaser with a duly filled out invoice which includes the price of each good, the V.A.T. paid for each item, as well as the identification (name and address) for both vendor and purchaser. The goods must be brought out of the European Union within three months from the date of purchase.
At the time of departure from Scotland and final departure from the European Union territory, and before checking in your baggage, you must bring your invoice(s) and the merchandise purchased to the British Customs in order for them to process your V.A.T. refund claim (there is a specific booth for this purpose just prior to the entrance to the international area at the international port, gate or airport).
Duty Free
If you are a U.S. or Canadian resident, you may qualify for a personal exemption which allows you to bring goods of a certain value into the country without paying customs duties, excise taxes, or Value Added Tax.
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Stampeding bargain-hunters storm high street sales
[Guardian] (Life and style: Shopping | guardian.co.uk)Determined shoppers queue overnight for the start of Britain's Christmas salesScenes of absolute bedlam were reported in high streets across the country yesterday as shoppers flocked to snap up bargains on the first day of the Christmas sales.The imminent rise in VAT to its former level of 17.5% on 1 January, combined with the decision of many companies to start their sales early, gave people an added incentive to spend Boxing Day trawling the shops.However, there was chaos in Manchester when a ...
Determined shoppers queue overnight for the start of Britain's Christmas sales
Scenes of absolute bedlam were reported in high streets across the country yesterday as shoppers flocked to snap up bargains on the first day of the Christmas sales.
The imminent rise in VAT to its former level of 17.5% on 1 January, combined with the decision of many companies to start their sales early, gave people an added incentive to spend Boxing Day trawling the shops.
However, there was chaos in Manchester when a ceiling panel fell on four women at the Selfridges store just hours after the shop had opened. Adam Caulfield, from Oldham, who witnessed the accident, said at least 400 or 500 people were caught up in the incident. "There had been a huge queue to get into Selfridges; there was a stampede in one section. You had to see it to believe it."
Paramedics treated several women for minor injuries, including a nose bleed and superficial bruising.
"We can confirm that a 3ft square piece of light plastic from the ceiling fixture fell in our Manchester Exchange Square store," said a spokesman for Selfridges. "After investigation, Selfridges confirms that the incident was due to a faulty access hatch in the ceiling."
In other cities, queues of determined shoppers began appearing at 3am yesterday.
In Milton Keynes's shopping mall, thecentre:mk, shoppers turned up shortly after midnight with blankets, torches and foldaway seats. By 7am the queue for the Next sale at thecentre:mk was 180 metres long and contained more than 1,000 shoppers.
At the mall's House of Fraser store, the day's sales were up by 41% compared with a normal Saturday. "We are also finding that, although sale items are selling strongly, full price items are also performing incredibly well," said Chris Evans, manager of House of Fraser, said of the day's business.
But Robert Goodman, director of the centre, said he expected that there would be a falling away of the business during the rest of the year. "We are expecting a slower start to the year after the sales end," he warned.
In Birmingham, there was a similar rush by consumers who began queuing hours before daybreak.
The Bullring was surrounded by thousands of shoppers by 4am, with more than 9,000 passing through in the following five hours. "Throughout the day over 200,000 people visited Bullring and a further 150,000 are expected tomorrow," said the general manager, Tim Walley.
In London, demand was even stronger. West End retailers said they were expecting to see 500,000 shoppers on the first day of the sales, spending more than £60m.
Jace Tyrrell from the New West End Company, which represents retailers on Bond Street, Oxford Street and Regent Street, said: "Boxing Day is the single biggest day of the January sales in the West End, but we're expecting a total of 1.2 million shoppers spending around £120m over the next three days."
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Tesco cuts prices in online sales war
[News, Guardian] (The Guardian World News)• Asda and Sainsbury's follow Tesco lead • Shoppers expected to spend £120m on Christmas DaySupermarkets launched an internet sales war yesterday as major retailers geared up for online combat from Christmas Eve.Tesco started with offers on furniture, homeware and sports goods yesterday, swiftly followed by Asda. Sainsbury's starts offering "hundreds of deals" on non-food sales today.On Christmas Eve, companies such as John Lewis, Debenhams, Comet, Halfords and B&Q; will join the fray.The m ...
• Asda and Sainsbury's follow Tesco lead
• Shoppers expected to spend £120m on Christmas DaySupermarkets launched an internet sales war yesterday as major retailers geared up for online combat from Christmas Eve.
Tesco started with offers on furniture, homeware and sports goods yesterday, swiftly followed by Asda. Sainsbury's starts offering "hundreds of deals" on non-food sales today.
On Christmas Eve, companies such as John Lewis, Debenhams, Comet, Halfords and B&Q; will join the fray.
The moves came as e-retail body IMRG predicted that 4.3m shoppers would spend £120m – an average £27.90 each – on Christmas Day, well up on the £102m figure reported last year when Marks and Spencer, John Lewis, Boots and Debenhams started sales on the 25th.
Analysts are also predicting better returns on the high street than during last year's holiday period, despite Britain apparently still being mired in recession.
Stores have not been forced to make savage discounts as they did in the run-up to last Christmas, and profit margins have improved even if footfall nationally is down. Nevertheless, more bad weather could still undermine their optimism.
Tesco said more than 250,000 people had logged on to its Tesco Direct site last Christmas Day. It expects many more to do so this year, with price cuts of up to 50%. John Lewis is also offering half-price deals on furniture, fashion and homeware.
Robin Goad, research director of analysts Experian Hitwise, said last Christmas Day was the seventh busiest online shopping day and Boxing Day the busiest.
"We have already seen that shoppers are willing to hold out longer for a bargain this year, with 'cyber Monday' moving a week closer to Christmas," he said. "This behaviour is likely to carry through to the post-Christmas period, with people logging on after Christmas lunch to find the best discounts before hitting the high street and malls the following day."
Amazon said Christmas Day sales last year had been 150% up on 2007. "We saw high volumes of gift certificates being redeemed on Christmas Day, and a substantial number of MP3 tracks being purchased, with people presumably logging on to get content for the MP3 player they had received as a gift earlier in the day," said Brian McBride, managing director.
IMRG estimates that online business now accounts for between 12-15% of total retail spending, but Manchester's Arndale Centre and London's West End are experiencing a good Christmas too. At the 250-unit Manchester complex, there has been a slight increase in people shopping despite the drop nationally. Meanwhile, the average transaction is up between 15% and 20%, according to its general manager Glen Barkworth. "People are falling into this place like there's no tomorrow. Despite the snow, people are saying 'we are going to go out and enjoy ourselves'."
The New West End Company, which surveys 600 stores in Oxford Street, Regent Street and Bond Street, expected £100m to be spent there before the doors shut on Christmas Eve, and estimated that by the start of the post-Christmas sales, shoppers would have spent about £1bn in the area since early November.
Shops reported more people using cash rather than credit and an increase in people buying vouchers, so those receiving them as gifts could boost the sales crowds.
A sales frenzy is also predicted on Boxing Day, when bigger crowds are expected than in recent years because the holiday falls on a Saturday. Selfridges is launching its sales in London, Birmingham and Manchester on Boxing Day with some fashion products by Alexander McQueen, Ralph Lauren Black Label and Dries Van Noten being reduced to a quarter of their previous prices. Experian Footfall reported a year-on-year drop of 3.2% of people on the high street last week up to Sunday, with the weekend nearly 7% down.
But Krishan Rama, of the British Retail Consortium, said: "There is a sense that people are more confident than this time last year because they think the worst is over, but 2010 has many uncertainties.
"We don't know who is going to form the next government and we don't know what is going to happen to government spending and taxation, or unemployment."
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