Scotland

Scotland?? is there anyone out there that lives in Scotland? or anyone that has gone on vacation in Scotland? i am doing a "task" about the BEAUTIFUL land and would like some tales of ppl that has actually seen it. please help me, thank you all

How is the weather in Scotland and Ireland around middle april? If we take a cruise to Ireland, Scotland, and England the 2nd week of April, what kind of weather should we expect? The ports to visit include: Cork, Brest Edinburgh, Inverness, Belfast, Dublin. Thank you so much for your help.

How long does a flight to Scotland take? If you're leaving from around South England and getting a flight to Scotland, how long would that take about? Thanks. How very clever! God, on average then?

What are the top 2 places to visit in Scotland and what are the best hill walks to do? I have a long weekend to use next month and intend to use it to experience the best of what Scotland has to offer. I have seen a lot of this beautiful country already but I'm interested in knowing what people consider to be the best places to stay for a few nights as I have a friend visiting who has not seen much of Scotland. If you can recommend B&B's to stay that would be great. I'm very much into great scenery and hill walking.

Where can I fly a hovercraft in Scotland? Hi, I missed out on flying on the hovercraft in Edinburgh this summer. Anyone know of hovercraft flights elsewhere in Scotland, or if this one is going to return? Thanks.

When do the leaves start changing in Scotland? I am hoping to travel to Scotland this fall for some breathtaking pictures and want to make sure I do not get there too late. When do the leaves start changing and when is the best time, in the fall, to make the trip? August, Sept, or Oct? From what I hear, it is sunniest in September, so that might make for great pics too.

What are the best places to visit in Scotland when traveling with two teenage boys and a 9 year old? We want to tour Scotland again, but this time want to be sure that the boys are somewhat entertained along the way.....hopefully this will make our travel experience more bearable! We have already seen Stirling, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Loch Lomond, Ayr and Aberdeen. Any thoughts on what would be interesting for all of us? As long as the boys have a few things to look forward to along the way, that should keep them quiet (hopefully). Thanks so much for any advice you can give.

What is the relationship between asian ancestry and Scotland? Both my son and husband have Asian looking eyes. My husband is of Scottish heritage and someone once told us that there were invasions on Scotland a long time ago that explained thiese features. However, I have looked in the web and cannot find anything. Can someone illuminate me?

Where in Scotland is the most reputable Subaru import company ,preferably in the Ayrshire area? I am looking to buy a subaru wrx hopefuly an sti ,I live in Scotland and would prefer a jap import ,can anyone suggest a site that deals in thes type of cars , preferably a reputable company ?

What is the easiest way to travel from Scotland to Glastonbury? I would like to travel from Scotland to Glastonbury (the actual town, not the festival) but don't have a car. What is the easiest way to do this? (I will be travelling from either Edinburgh or Glasgow.) Thanks to anyone who can help :)

How hard is it to find a job in Scotland? I am a Canadian planning to on moving to Scotland and living there a while on a UK ancestry visa. I was wondering if it was very difficult to find jobs there and any other advice would be very appreciated!!! Thanks a bunch

What is the cheapest but worth bus tour to scotland from london? I will be travelling to scotland via london this month with my wife, we want to have a nice tour with a much cheaper cost and relax . Any one who can give an idea?

What are the seasonal temp variances between winter in NW PA vs Scotland? May be sending my senior parents to Scotland for their 50th and want to know what to expect for a climate. "When" we send them will depend on factors such as climate. I know each coast is different as well as how much sunlight and the obvious temp differences. If someone was going to go to Scotland via a tour group, when would be the best time to go? That's is an "adjective" to let the "smarter" users know that my parents aren't 40 or 50 but over 65. Shame about your limited verbal skills.

Where can I learn more about Scotland in the 6th century? I am reading a book and the story is set in Scotland (or what would be Scotland nowadays) and I would like to learn more about the environment in that time, like what kind of clothes did people wear, what were the houses like. Thanks. Thanks BD Mac, that's great. And brazilleaux I will definately have a look on the web. The book I'm reading mentions that kind of stones.

What University in Scotland would be the best for studying business? I am currently attending college, and am interested in studying in Scotland. However, I am in the dark as to which institution would be best for both educational and moral reasons(you know, not tremendously icky, immoral, etc.) A Christian University would be most desirable! Thanks!

What is the best route to travel Scotland from Edinburgh for 5 days? I want to travel Scotland from Edinburgh for 5 days by car with my friends. What is the best route to get the best of Scotland? We would be traveling at end of June 2008. I prefer to include the Loch Ness lake and would be expecting to stay overnight at hostels. Please also give the name of the cities or places of interests if possible. Many thanks in advance to everyone :)

How to find a person that emigrated to america from scotland? I'm trying to find a woman that emigrated to America from Scotland around 50 years ago . I'm not sure where I would even start looking , are there places/companies that could help me locate this person ? Any help/suggestions would be great! I'm trying to find a woman that emigrated to America from Scotland around 50 years ago by the surname Silver . I'm not sure where I would even start looking , are there places/companies that could help me locate this person ? Any help/suggestions would be great!

Has the border between Scotland and England ever been at a different place from its current location? In other words, are there parts of England today that were once part of Scotland and vice versa?

How much does it cost to phone Scotland from England? Does anyone know how much it costs to call someone from Scotland to England? Or call someone in Scotland from England? Thankyou.

How much money should I save for a vacation to Scotland? I'm planning on going to Scotland for a week in July. How much money should I save up for a plane ticket, hotel room, transportation and food? I live in the United States, by the way.

How many of you will cheer on Scotland if they qualify for the next world cup? If not, why? I may live in ireland but i'm from Scotland. Granted our team has been poor but hey! They can and will improve! So! Supposing they made it to the following round after England lost, how many of you would cheer on Scotland? A British team after all!

What is your favorite places to see when traveling to Scotland? Looking to travel to Europe, I thought Scotland would be a place I would like to go. Looking for great places to see?

What is the cheapest way to travel from the US to Scotland? I've been planning a trip to Scotland for about an year and a half now, but my problem is I have no idea what I'm doing. I've never traveled internationally. I know I need a passport and all that, but I'm just curious as to what would be the cheapest, more efficient way of travel.

What are the top 3 realty companies to work with in Scotland? I'm looking to possibly buy a home in Scotland and want to know what are some reliable realtors/realty companies to help me. Thanks in advance.

Is it easy to find plastering work in Scotland? I am a self employed plasterer thinking of going to Scotland next month. I live in England. Would it be easy for me to find work there while I am in Scotland?

what are some things that are socially or culturally unacceptable in Scotland? I am suppose to write about some taboos in Scotland for my study abroad application. So please say something that I can write alot about. Thanks so much.

What is the best place in Scotland to receive payment for Sperm and Blood Samples? My friend has asked me to ask this question, what are the best sites for providing Blood and Sperm Samples in exchange for payments, Scotland only. My friend is very healthy and asked me to look on the internet but i am lost by all this. Any help would be great, i have seen ads but was ages ago. Thank You

In Scotland, is it legal to just drink soft drinks in a pub, which does not sell food? Also, in Scotland, is it legal for people under the age of 18 to sit in a pub and order and drink only soft drinks?

Can you name all the capitals of Scotland in chronological order? I am from Scotland and even I can't answer this.

How to travel chepa from London to Scotland and where to stay, what to do? Thinking of travelling to Scotland in Nov woth my hubby.What si the chepaest mode of travel from London? What is the best place to stay there and visit. Intersted in seeing the natural beauty, countryside.

What is the difference between England, Ireland, Scotland and the Great Britain? Why does England, Ireland and Scotland compete in the FIFA World Cup as different nations while in the Olympics, they compete as the Great Britain? Can someone please elaborate? Thank you.

what is a compulsory purchase order in scotland?How does compensation work? I would like to know how a local authority in Scotland can serve a compulsory purchase on a property and what compensation is available to the owner of that property.

Are there any laws against moving to Scotland if you have a felony? My husband and I are hoping to move to Scotland. But first we need to know if he is even allowed to move there because of the felony he has on his criminal record. Can someone please answer this for me? We currently live in Missouri, USA.

Suggestions please for places to visit in Scotland? Im thinking of visiting Scotland this Summer, and would appreciate any places of interest to visit, and a certain area to actually stay at. Early stages of planning at the moment, so any ideas would be great! Thanks in advance for your recomendations!

How many hours of sunshine in a day during November in England and Scotland? We're planning on going to England, Wales and Scotland in November for about 3 weeks for a holiday. I am wondering roughly when the sun rises and sets? We are planning on going as far north as the isle of skye. Thanks.

What is the best thing about Ayrshire in Scotland? I am moving to Ayrshire in Scotland in the New Year. What should I look out for. What do Scottish readers recommend? I am going to a small rural village. What are the bad points? What are the good?

Open access in Scotland now means all land is classed as a public highway. See details for question? I am sitting in my motor home, in Scotland, on a licenced campsite. I have had a few alcoholic drinks. Can I be charged with being drunk in charge of a vehicle? I know I can't be charged with this offence in a caravan but what about a motorhome?

Are there any good home swap sites in scotland? wanting a move from my current council home and wondered if anyone knows of any good sites for swapping my house either free sites or token payment. moving to rural areas in scotland.

Does anyone know good places to go hiking in Scotland? I'm planning a trip to Scotland with my family, and we simply can't decide where to go for a good hike that's not too difficult for me and my parents to do together. Any suggestions?

What is the true significance of the the devolved government of Scotland? Is Scotland closer than ever to being its own independent nation, or is the "Scottish Government" simply more like an constituent government in an now looser federation? Is there ever a possibility Scotland could gain full independence from the United Kingdom and become its own nation?

Where can I find cheap airfare from Colorado to Scotland? Looking to fly from Denver to Scotland. I don't mind flying into England and travelling.

Where can I get a siamese cat in Scotland? I would really love a chocolate point siamese cat/kitten and I cannot find a breeder anywhere in Scotland. I have had siamese before so I know what I am letting myslef in for!

How do I call numbers in Scotland from the USA? I had a lot of trouble the last time I was in the USA (or to be more specific Philadelphia) trying to call people in Scotland (near Edinburgh). Despite looking through phonebooks and such it took an incredibly long time trying to contact someone in Scotland. Does anyone know what the area codes I would need to do that are?

Where are the nicest most scenic cost effective places to live in Ireland and Scotland? Hi I am in the US and we are going to be moving in a year and are considering Ireland and Scotland. We would need to live some place with jobs for computer programers but really like the countryside more then the cities. Cost is also a factor. Thank you in advance for any advice you can offer on this topic.

What period of the year are the Higlands in Scotland really green? Basically, when is the best time to go to Scotland to see some really green landcapes.

What are the names of major grocery stores in Scotland? Visiting Scotland this fall - wanted to know what the major grocery stores are.

What are the requirements for asylum seekers in Scotland? What are the requirements for asylum seekers in Scotland? I will appreciate also if I can get a link to other websites where I can get more info on this issue.

How long must I be living in Scotland to be a "ordinarily resident in Scotland"? HI there My g/f is an EU National and has been living in London for 8 years. She wants to move to Scotland to take advantage of the free uni fees on offer from the Scotish Government. One of the requirements is she must be a "ordinarily resident in Scotland" prior to application. Does anyone know how long this may be for? Thanks. Hmm some mixed answers with regards to the time frames .... 3yrs? 5 years?

What will happen to Scottish Soldiers in The British Army if Scotland becomes Independent ? Will scotland stay in the commenwealth so they can stay in the army ? will Scotland have its own army ?