The extent of choice and variety of things to do and places to see in the Capital is vast ranging from World class museums and art Galleries for those who enjoy the cultural side of life, to a visit to one of its two zoos for the animal lovers.

Open top bus tours are a must for the girls who wish to combine sight seeing with entertainment.

For music lovers, the Edinburgh Jazz festival, in its 31st year is a must with over 100 events in parks, concert halls, tents and bars throughout the city.

For the energetic Hens there are a wide range of challenging activities such as Clay target shooting, Karting, Wall climbing, golfing, and Ballooning to mention but a few.

Edinburgh has a great choice of accommodation with over 140 hotels to choose from, ranging from the world famous in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle to self catering on the royal Mile or budget accommodation and bed and breakfast establishments.

Diners are well catered for with over 70 restaurants and café’s dotted around the city.

For the revellers, Grassmarket is the place to go, with several eateries and a wide selection of bars.

The city has a range of international shops for those that want to use their flexible friend and also a visit to the west end is a must for the boutique shoppers with shops specialising in quirky jewellery, vintage evening wear and designer clothes.

Late night party people are well catered for with clubs staying open till 3.00am.

GETTING TO EDINBURGH

Edinburgh Airport is just 8 miles from the City centre and has connections to 40 European destinations and flights to most UK regional airports.

There are 38 flights daily from the London airports with a flying time of approx one hour. The Airport is connected to the city with a coach service costing £6.00 return.

There are regular coach services linking Edinburgh to all major UK cities.

Edinburgh is easy to reach by train in fact the national express line is the fastest intercity railway in the UK with a journey of under 5 hours between London and the Scottish capital. Waverely in the centre of Edinburgh has rail links to all other major Scottish and UK cities.

6 Castles, including the World famous Edinburgh castle.
2 cathedrals.
1 Clan Centre.
1 Distillery
12 Galleries
25 Museums
2 Palaces
11 Visitor Centres
2 Zoos
House of Parliament for Scotland.

Edinburgh Jazz and Blues festival.
Edinburgh Melia festival. (intercultural festival of local and international talent)
Scotch Hop 2009 (learn highland dancing)
Highland Games
Comedy Shows
Edinburgh Art festival.
The Edge music festival.
Range of night clubs open till 3.00am
Fireworks concert
Open top bus tours.