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Scottish BP'S GUIDE
 
This guide is designed to help you plan your travel through Scotland. It includes information about what to eat, what to wear, where you can work, when you should travel and much more.

WHEN TO TRAVEL

Seasonal information to help you plan your trip. We outline the best times to visit the different regions of Scotland, tourist season peak times and appropriate dress for the climate.


PLAN YOUR TRIP
Information for effective travel planning around Scotland.
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MONEY AND TRIP INSURANCE

Advice on banking and travel, budgeting for travels, travel insurance and currency exchange. We outline the options available to you to safeguard against theft, money loss and other problems.


PACKING

How and what to pack including safety methods for safeguarding your gear, a list of essential items, and some useful tips on culling items!


HEALTH/SAFETY

Tips for safer travelling like looking after your gear, health links, advice for solo travellers, dealing with stress and anxiety and keeping fit on the road.


FOOD AND DRINKS
A guide to gustaory Scotland with information on all the intricacies, methods and segrets of eating in this mediterranean country. We will list your favourite recipes, places to eat, and things to avoid!
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WORKING, STUDY AND LONG TERM STAY

Working, studying or living in Scotland is a great way to experience the country and get a more inside look on life. Here we outline ideas for finding long term accommodation, language and art courses, university exchange programs, teaching Scottish and other work.


SPECIAL NEEDS

This section outlines information for women, disabled people, families and other special needs travellers.


GUIDEBOOKS

Scottish guidebooks and related travel literature on the market to suit your budget and needs. We encourage you to purchase these books online through our site


BATHROOM AND HYGIENE

What are your experiences of bathrooms in Scotland? This section provides some advice about different bathroom stops and hygiene around the country based on your advice.


DRESS AND CUSTOMS

Appropriate attire and customs are different in Scotland to other places. Learn some of the do’s and don’ts about it before you go.


FESTIVALS
The Canne Film Festival, Bastille Day, local wine and cheese festivals ... find out when, where and what it is. We also provide useful tips about vantage points for the festival, helpful links and more.
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Scottish CITIES GUIDE
Simply choose a destination and get helpful tips for making your way around the great cities of Scotland. We also outline other useful information like local transport systems, where to find internet cafes, good places to visit and eat.
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When to travel
Plan your trip
Money and travel insurance
Packing
Health/Safety
Food and drinks
Study, work and long
term stay
Special Needs
Guidebooks
Bathroom and hygiene
Dress and customs
Festivals
Scottish cities Guide