martylee Posted August 7, 2009 Posted August 7, 2009 I'm going to Scotland for a week to study Whisky making and one day off from a rather busy schedule. Saturday 29th I'll be staying in Edinburg and was wondering what to do with the day. I probably should go to the Edinburgh Castle, but what other options do I have? Could one of you scots (or other) help me with some advice? Marty, Norway Quote
recymech66 Posted August 7, 2009 Posted August 7, 2009 I'm going to Scotland for a week to study Whisky making and one day off from a rather busy schedule. Saturday 29th I'll be staying in Edinburg and was wondering what to do with the day. I probably should go to the Edinburgh Castle, but what other options do I have? Could one of you scots (or other) help me with some advice? Marty, Norway Wow, you really need to ask? http://www.edintattoo.co.uk/ This is an absolute must...... enjoy, lucky you, Wish I was in Edinburgh this month. Quote
martylee Posted August 9, 2009 Author Posted August 9, 2009 That was very good advice, but... Website Offline All tickets for the Tattoo in 2009 are now SOLD OUT. Marty Quote
Adam Elsdon Posted August 9, 2009 Posted August 9, 2009 Where are you learning to make whisky??? Quote
Davie Posted August 9, 2009 Posted August 9, 2009 Well Marty, you couldn't have picked a better time to visit Edinburgh. The Edinburgh International festival will be on, also the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. There will be all sorts of stuff to see, from high brow opera and theatre, to the most bizarre and ridiculous things you could imagine. Mind boggling acts of street theatre and top quality comedians. It's a pity the tattoo is sold out, as it is an excellent event. However you can still visit The Castle during the day. It has an excellent war museum. It will be very busy though. Also, I hope you have arranged somewhere to stay, because all accommodation will be full. http://www.eif.co.uk/ http://www.edfringe.com/ http://www.edinburghcastle.gov.uk/ Quote
ashley Posted August 9, 2009 Posted August 9, 2009 That was very good advice, but... Website Offline All tickets for the Tattoo in 2009 are now SOLD OUT. Marty Hi Marty, check evil-bay you could pick some up there its just a question of monies you wish to pay... Ashley Quote
martylee Posted August 10, 2009 Author Posted August 10, 2009 Thanks for all the good advice. The tix for the tattoo is expensive enough without looking at the bay. Looks like the timing might be really good here. I have to check out the castle of course with the museum. I also have to buy some presents for the family back home, so there will have to be shopping too. And the main reason of course to study whisky making. I'll be visiting Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Ardbeg, Glemorangie, Springbank to name a few. Will be a busy week where the last day will be spent in Edinburgh. With those two festivals going on at the same time, i'm pretty sure it's going to be a real joy visiting. Thanks again! Marty Quote
Adam Elsdon Posted August 15, 2009 Posted August 15, 2009 Glenmorangie is near RAF Tain bombing range, so you may get lucky and see Tornados from RAF Lossiemouth doing their stuff. There are a few range wrecks, mainly modern stuff like Saxon APC's and CVRT. Quote
martylee Posted August 16, 2009 Author Posted August 16, 2009 Then i'll be me eyes open and look for Tornados as well! Marty Quote
martylee Posted September 5, 2009 Author Posted September 5, 2009 Thanks for all the advice! I had a truely good time in Scotland! Learned a lot about whisky, met a lot of friendly people, saw a lot of nice nature and enjoyed every second of my trip! So thank you Scotland, I'll be back someday soon! Marty Quote
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