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Scotland Fast Facts
Population: 5.2 million
Capital: Edinburgh
Language: English, Gaelic, Scots
Location: Northern Britain, bordering England
Coastline: 10,000km (approx.)
Climate: Temperate; moderated by prevailing southwest winds over the North Atlantic Current
Country Code: 44
Time Zone: GMT+0
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Outdoor Adventure PadsPosted on August 24, 2012 by International Living
Your perfect oceanfront retreat is just a five-minute boat ride from one of the world’s premier diving destinations, the Belize Barrier Reef. It’s on Ambergris Caye, with the Caribbean spread out before you. Diving spots nearby include the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, known for its formations of elkhorn, brain, and staghorn corals. The coral is 20 to 40 feet tall, providing the perfect habitat for reef sharks, yellowtail snapper, lobster, grouper, sea turtles, and many other species.
Pickled Sharks, Asparagus, and Art as LifePosted on March 27, 2012 by Darius Fisher
Throughout this month, the Shanghai International Flower Festival puts exotic flowers and herbs on display. You can see a kaleidoscope of color—rare orchids, chrysanthemums, lotus flowers, plum blossoms—you name it, it’ll be there in full bloom.
News and Notes from Around the WorldPosted on February 21, 2012 by International Living
Contadora Island is a 20-minute flight from Panama City. It is a watery wonderland straight out of the pages of The Beach. Forget about cars and taxis; everywhere worth visiting is a 10-minute walk away…
Good Fortune in Japan, Fishing in Africa…Posted on January 19, 2012 by anon
A round-up of the weird and wonderful events taking place around the world over the coming months.
News and Notes from Around the WorldPosted on January 19, 2012 by anon
Contadora Island is a 20-minute flight from Panama City. It is a watery wonderland straight out of the pages of The Beach. Forget about cars and taxis; everywhere worth visiting is a 10-minute walk away…
What a Way to Earn a Living—Whisky, Castles and Scottish IslandsPosted on January 18, 2012 by Hauke Steinberg
For one of the most breathtaking experiences in the Scottish Highlands, take the A87 highway from Fort William to the Isle of Skye and descend into Glen Shiel to Loch Duich. A few miles farther along the lakeshore, you’ll suddenly come across the iconic sight of Eilean Donan Castle sitting on an island at the point where three of the great Scottish sea lochs meet.
Sea Lochs, Castles, Whiskey, and FoodPosted on December 20, 2011 by Hauke Steinberg
For one of the most breath-taking experiences in the Scottish Highlands, take the A87 highway from Fort William to the Isle of Skye and descend into Glen Shiel to Loch Duich. A few miles farther along the lakeshore, you’ll suddenly come across the iconic sight of Eilean Donan Castle sitting on an island at the point where three of the great Scottish sea lochs meet.
Ice Sculptures and Camel WrestlingPosted on November 24, 2011 by Darius Fisher
A round-up of the weird and wonderful events taking place around the world over the coming months.
Globetrotter: News and Notes from Around the WorldPosted on September 16, 2011 by International Living
Here’s a round-up of some of the travel-related stories that have been making the news around the globe.
On the Scottish Whisky TrailPosted on April 18, 2011 by Barbara Hopkins
It sounds like an unpronounceable curse or even a blessing, but in fact uisce beatha is neither; it’s Scots Gaelic for the “water of life.” That’s whisky to you and me.
Eight Ways to Vacation Overseas—FreePosted on February 1, 2010 by International Living
Everyone dreams of vacations. But accommodation, food, and transportation all add up. In the current economic climate, low cost is good. And “no cost” is even better. Here are some suggestions to save on your next vacation
It’s Fizzy, It’s Ginger, It’s Phenomenal –Find of the MonthPosted on January 1, 2010 by International Living
Irn-Bru turns hair ginger (false). It glows in the dark (false). It dissolves haggis (possibly). The maker, AG Barr, once used the slogan “Made in Scotland from girders” (true).
- Spooked in Scotland–supernatural shenanigans in black-hearted Edinburgh
Posted on August 21, 2009 by Steenie Harvey
A moonless night at the Mercat Cross on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile-and it’s Ghost Busters gone mad. Thirty people are following a black-cloaked witch down Advocate’s Close. From the screeches, something nasty is happening in the City Chambers porticoes…maybe it’s to do with the body-snatcher now racing down High Street. And here comes a vampire, chivvying his charges behind St. Giles High Kirk. There’ll soon be more screams if the trailing brown-cowled monk is a “jumper-oot.”
A castle to Call Home: Live like Royalty Without Paying a King’s RansomPosted on March 25, 2009 by Anna Skellern
Have you ever imagined living in castle? Dreamed of hearing your footsteps echo through acres of passageways and years of history? Then take note—with the current financial crisis still growing, it’s getting much easier for you to make the dream of owning a castle a reality.
The Travel Press Talks…Posted on October 28, 2008 by Anna Skellern
Tales spanning from Scotland to Egypt in this month’s Travel Press Talks…
Food festivals to get your teeth intoPosted on October 30, 2007 by International Living
A selection of tempting food festivals from around the globe.
Six of the Best Private IslandsPosted on August 22, 2007 by Hannah Roberts
A selection of the best private islands for you to explore
Prince Charlie, the Crown Jewels, and Macbeth—the best of bonnie ScotlandPosted on May 22, 2007 by International Living
Scotland is a land with a rich, turbulent history and tradition; of sheep in lush green glens, misty crags, and lochs (lakes); of bagpipes, kilts, castles, and kings; and a land of honest, practical, welcoming people. A circular trip through the highlands, beginning and ending in Edinburgh, brings visitors to what I consider to be the best of “bonnie” Scotland.
Earn money while others sleepPosted on May 22, 2007 by Sven Lorenz
Rocco Forte, Conrad Hilton, and Cesar Ritz all earned a lot of money from sleep, or, to be precise, from others sleeping. Their eponymous hotel ventures grew into international dynasties offering travelers some of the most opulent places in the world in which to lay their weary heads. Owning hotels is not something many of us can aspire to, but buying a stake in a hotel is now possible and is a growing investment trend worldwide.
Worldwide Festivals in August, 2005Posted on August 1, 2005 by International Living
Festivals around the world in August 2005 include a colorful food fight and an outlandish tribal expression.
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