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| Britain & Ireland Highlights |
| Tour Code: BIH |
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| 15 Day Trip |
Per person rates from:
$3260 East Coast (JFK)
Rate includes discounts. Some taxes, fees additional. Read More.
Terms and Conditions
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| Departures are available March through September 2010. |
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| Travel tips |
Scotland
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Getting there |
Experiencing |
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Passports and Visas
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| A valid passport is required by all foreign visitors to Scotland.
Citizens of the USA, Canada, Australia, South Africa and New Zealand do not require a visa for visits less than six months.
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Money Matters
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| The currency in Scotland is pound sterling. Check current exchange rates before traveling. Visa, Mastercard and American Express credit cards, and they are widely accepted throughout the country. Cash, as well as the US dollar, is the easiest form of payment throughout the country.
Currency exchange agents are located in the major cities and tourist areas (American Express, Thomas Cook). ATM machines are located at all major banks, but may be limited to bank hours and possibly closed on weekends.
As always, be careful not to carry too much cash and keep your money in a safe place at all times.
Before you go, it's a good idea to write down the customer service phone numbers and actual card numbers of your credit cards, passport, other ID, and bank cards- in the case of theft this will come in handy.
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Electricity
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| Electricity in Scotland is 240 volts, 50 cycle AC, as compared to 110 volts, 60 cycle AC in the U.S. When taking along electrical appliances, a converter and a plug adapter are needed to operate them.
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Packing Tips
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| Scotland's climate can vary greatly. Although the Highlands can be more extreme, the temperature rarely drops below freezing, even in winter, although the wind chills can be brutal. Summers are pleasant and light cottons are appropriate. Spring and fall require a light to moderate jacket, while winters require warm layers. Some rain gear is always a safe bet in Scotland as well.
As always, appropriate outdoor gear is necessary, whether skiing, hiking, skating or partaking in other activities.
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