List of Frequently Asked Questions about Scotland:
Need info for a school project? Check out these fact sheets about Scotland
Where can I get free brochures?
Where can I get married?
How can I relocate to Scotland?
What clan do I belong to?
Visit Tartans.com and click on Clan Finder to search the database of names.
Where can I see Highland Games?
There are some Games in Scotland in May and September, but most take place June - August:
see the Games list by date or place name
There are also lots of Highland Games and Celtic festivals in other countries (especially Australia, Canada & USA) - see the U.S.SCOTS Directory of Scottish Games
UK accommodation terminology:
Double room = 1 large bed for 2 people
Twin room = 2 separate single beds
Triple room = beds for 3 people (1 double + 1 single, or 3 singles)
Family room = bedroom for a family (usually at least 1 double bed and at least 1 single bed)
The term "ensuite bedroom" or "ensuite facilities" means that your bathroom (shower and/or bath, plus WC) can be accessed without leaving your bedroom
The term "private bathroom" or "private facilities" means that you will need to leave your bedroom and go into the corridor
to access your bathroom (shower and/or bath, plus WC) and this bathroom is for your use only (not any other guests).
Where can I stay in a Scottish castle?
Click here for a useful list of castle accommodation (hotels, B&B, self catering and/or exclusive hire)
Where can I stay in a lighthouse?
Rua Reidh Lighthouse in the Scottish Highlands offers B&B and self catering accommodation.
The National Trust of Scotland also has some Scottish lighthouses available for self catering holidays.
Where can I go on a spiritual retreat?
Where can I go on an old steam train?
Where can I learn English in Scotland?
Click here for English language schools
What about Gaelic?
Gaelic can still be heard in some parts of Scotland, particularly in the Outer Hebrides (Western Isles) and Isle of Skye. It can also be seen on road signs in many parts of the Highlands and Islands.
Outdoor Activities:
What are Midges?
Where can I find webcams?
Visit Undiscovered Scotland's links list of webcams in Scotland
What's the weather like in Scotland?
In a word - unpredictable! Click here
Aurora Borealis / Northern Lights
They peak with the 11-year sunspot cycle so there is currently less activity now.
The Northern Lights won't be seen much again in Scotland until 2012/2013. For more info, see these links:
Travel Tips:
Transport:
For travel and transport details on specific places, see the appropriate regional pages.
What about Scottish Culture?
See the FAQ by Craig Cockburn which covers just about everything about Scotland.
