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We arrive at EDI late in afternoon then the next day will be Day 1. Day 7 we will leave EDI in the morning.We will be renting wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh a car at EDI. We would like to see castles, one distillery would be fine, good food and beer/ale, we love hiking and sight seeing and would like some B B's with a budget for those not to exceed 80 GBP per night (sorry wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh can't figure how to get pound sign on my net book). Edinburgh looks great even though we are not really city people, we would like to spend a day seeing the castle,royal mile and whatever else we can fit in (suggestions?) Not sure whether to do Edinburgh first or last, as Day 1 will be a Sunday. We know we would love both Skye and The Cairngorms area but figure we cannot fit both in. The Road to The Isles sounds nice, too. Can we fit in a ride through the Highlands area and Skye? I realize that weather may be a factor in the Highlands. Thanks for any help. I have read so much and looked at so many sites online that I am afraid I have confused myself and feel back at square one. Oh, and one more question...is it best for me to get a disposable phone as I cannot get a plan for my simple cell phone I use now, and where are they available. Can I use that same phone in Sweden? Plan on bringing my net book, also. We have elderly parents back home that we may need to keep in touch with. Thanks!
wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh Weather may be an issue everywhere - not just in the Highlands. It could be dreadful, or nice - or both on any day. You say you are renting a car at EDI . . . Are you flying in long haul? If so, please don't rent a car on your arrival day. If you are just flying in from the Continent, that's different. wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh And you 100% definitely do not want a car in Edinburgh.
wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh " The Road to The Isles sounds nice, too " Its great -- but NOT in a massive storm. In March you really don't need to pre-book anywhere (except I would always pre-book rooms in Edinburgh). So - I'd not have a set plan (other than Edinburgh) and wait to see if you've wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh lucked out weather-wise.
Work out the two or three other areas you'd want to stay for a night or two and if the weather is bearable go for it. If the weather is awful - then split your time between Edinburgh, Glasgow and one other accessible place (Stirling or Perth or North Berwick or St Andrews or somewhere else you can reach by train.)
janisj,We are coming over from the US. As far as a car in Edinburgh, how about just to drive it to a b b, park it and walk? Is Sunday a good day to be in the city as far as attractions and eateries being open? Thanks for your advice, we will definitely make a plan B.
OK, looks like we will do the bus into Edinburgh center then back to EDI to rent car to drive out of the area for some days. My husband wants to drive places instead of the bus/trains, but we will definitely not drive in Edinburgh. I did not know it was so hard. Thanks.
Hi Jean. Bearing in mind that my June trip may not correlate well with your March ambitions and we had more days outside of Edinburgh than you are considering, have a look at my trip report (and photos) and see if that gives you any ideas. Be sure to post your plans back here and the experts (janis and others) can comment more specifically.
I have driven in, around and through Edinburgh on many occasions and have never found it VERY difficult. It's OK and definitely better than London. I live near a large city,Manchester, and haven't found Edinburgh that bad. As long as you are comfortable driving on the left and a confident driver you'll be OK, so don't let other people's hang ups put you off.
You might find that all central B B's don't have their own parking, so make sure you choose one that does. As mentioned, the weather is completely unpredictable and you need to pack for all eventualities. wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh With only six days, you don't want to spend the whole time behind a wheel, so plan to restrict you wanderings. Less is definitely more in this case.
You could "do" Mull and Skye with a couple of nights in each place and stop along the way in and out of Edinburgh. Consider wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh Callender as one such. The roads will be quietish outside of the Cities, so only the weather to worry about.
Like the Big Dig in Boston, the ongoing construction wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh of the tram system has tangled traffic far out of its local area as residents seek other ways to get around. wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh Last October we were meeting local friends for lunch on George Street area. They took the bus from Braid Road/Buckston area to avoid driving, and it arrived 30 minutes late.
What do you need to see in Edinburgh? Castle, Royal Mile (St Giles on the way), Holyrood House, Parliament, Museum of Scotland (Grayfriars Kirk is across the street), and the National Gallery of Scotland provide a nice combination of indoor and outdoor wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh for different weather. In the New Town, Charlotte Square, the Georgian House and -- from the outside -- the First Minister's residence next door. Compare the visible security (almost non-existent) to that at the White House. If the weather is beautiful, and it was last March, I can recommend the Botanical Gardens.
Driving out of town is usually easier than driving into town. We managed to return our car at the train station in Edinburgh; we parked the car nearby to find out where to return the car exactly, so it was not that easy. I do not think that it is necessary to go back to the airport to pick up a car.
Well, after reading all your good posts,I have tried to put together my first proposed itinerary. I tried to spend first two nights in Edinburgh but because of a rugby game with Wales, I was unable to find an affordable place. So, we are renting a car and driving to Stirling to spend the night. Here is the itinerary, what do you think? I realize it is full but we hope to do what we can of this and pare it down if need be.Thanks for any input!
I assume you mean staying on Skye the night March 12 (in Portree?). If so the 13th will be one hellacious day. Lower Joppa is on the east side of Edinburgh and that drive will take at least 6.5 hours w/o any stops - and probably more.
Stirling to Portree is easier than Portree to Edinburgh. So if you are dead set on that much travel I'd drive Stirling to Portree on the 10th (don't stop at Glencoe or anywhere else much. Just press on to Skye) stay on Skye the nights of the 10th 11th, then the 12th in Glencoe, and the 13th/15h in Joppa. Just eases two of your drive days a little bit.
You are still doing a LOT of driving every single day except March 9. You might even consider cutting one night from Edinburgh/Joppa. If you arrive wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh in Edinburgh by late morning on Mar 14, you'd have 1.5 days in the city. Not ideal but just another wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh option.
I also might not make reservations very far ahead owing to weather. Knowing you have a place to sleep is in my mind outweighed by the very real possibility that you can't get there. It isn't very crowded at that time of year.
Back to the drawing board,but all your info helps us so much. When you only have 6 days you want to make the most of it but not run ragged. Thanks,you have no idea how much help you are. Will plan some more when I can this week and post again for an update.
Okay, I am trying another itinerary for your great advice. I will be watching wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh the weather closely and if okay would like to do the Road To The Isles (for scenery that I read is beautiful?. Am I still being naive about amount of time on the road?
So basically you will have no time free in Stirling at all. The castle will be closed when you arrive and then you will leave the next morning. W/o the castle there isn't much reason to stay in Stirling.
A great B B we stayed at in Edinburgh last June is the Priestville Guest House ( bookings@priestville.com ), this should be within your budget. Colin and Trina are gracious hosts and the place is a 20 mins walk from the Royal Mile, but on the bus route. There is also parking on the street, so this might be a plus for you.
I don't know why I did not think of staying by the airport. I appreciate the advice I am getting, I never imagined it would be so hard to plan a vacation overseas. You are all making this more pleasant and manageable. It is hard not knowing what the REAL driving times are. You are all great, wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh I will definitely post about our trip afterwards. wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh If weather wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh is an issue we will just stay closer as suggested earlier. The Priestville looks nice, too.
For figuring out "REAL" driving times, your best bet is one of the sites that provide this information, For Scotland I prefer AA Road Watch. The mistake most make is not allowing time for comfort stops, picture stops, occasionally road construction and road accidents. It's best to add another 20-30%. Single tracts, of course, will need more time...all wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh those sheep and stops to enjoy Scotland's amazing beauty.
Stirling has worked out for us. We found a B B that looks real nice. I know you may think my next question is a bit different but....where can I find a washer/dryer to do our laundry? I want to pack just one week worth of clothing and wash it at the end of our stay in Sweden or the beginning in Scotland. Our hotel in Sweden does not have these amenities. They have dry cleaning but that will cost a fortune I am sure. I wanted to have room in suitcase to bring back some goodies for family/friends.Do any B B's give access to washers/dryers?
If you drive to Stirling wicked the musical national tour pittsburgh that first night, you could see something of the castle the next morning, then drive to Skye by way of Kyle of Lochalsh. This takes you through Glencoe and by the super picturesque castle of Eilean Donan, over the bridge to Skye. This way you don't need to worry about making the last ferry. And you could stay closer to the bridge, say at Broadford, rather than driving all the way up to Portree that night. Then return on the ferry to M