Weather
“Four seasons in one day” is the weather pattern that visitors should keep in mind when planning a trip to Scotland. The further east you go, the colder and drier it gets, but there is no telling what will happen. It is a good idea to be prepared for all types of weather that may occur during your trip.
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| Winter in Scotland.Photo: wallpaper. |
flies
Flies are most prevalent in the summer on the west coast and in the Scottish Highlands. This is also when Scotland is most visited by tourists. They are more active at dusk so keep as covered as possible.
Scottish, British, but definitely not English
If you hope to make friends with the locals, it is absolutely essential that you do not refer to them as English. Like Canadians and Americans, Scots and English share a border and are often confused with each other. British refers to all citizens of the countries of the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland), and is an acceptable alternative in Scotland.
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| Scotland in autumn.Photo: photosecosse. |
Should I make a reservation?
You can easily change your schedule according to your wishes or the weather if it is not during the peak tourist season here (June - August). Especially if you want to join the Edinburgh Festival, you need to book everything as early as possible.
Glasgow or Edinburgh?
Of course you should visit both. Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is often rated much higher than Glasgow. However, each city has its own unique beauty and offers visitors the opportunity to experience different life, culture, and customs. Therefore, it would be a pity to choose to visit only one of these two cities.
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| Scotland summer.Photo: visitgow. |
Where is the rest of Scotland?
Scotland may look small on the map, but don’t try to cover it all. You can get from the North Pole to the English border in just 7 hours, but focusing on a few specific places will help you learn more about Scotland and make your holiday more relaxing.
