The Rolling Hills of Scotland

We spent the last few days in the quaint Scottish town of Edinburgh. It was a nice change of pace from the hustle and bustle of London. The entire city center is only a couple of miles, which makes it perfect for wondering the streets and exploring. We took a three hour walking tour on our first day and learned about the colorful history of the city; including castles, witches, and many ghosts. Edinburgh is a great city for travelers, particularly students and backpackers. The lodging was half the price we paid in London and many of the local pubs offered discounted food for people who could prove that they were backpackers. There are also lots of free things to fill your time, including, the walking tour, the museums, and some half day hikes. Bring your hat and gloves though. The wind coming off the water makes for chilly days and the ever-present drizzle makes afternoon tea a must. Overall, we really enjoyed out time in Scotland. After only a few days in London we were starting to feel a little tired, and the smaller city gave us a chance to catch our breath (that is when we weren’t huffing and puffing up the steep hills that are everywhere here). Tomorrow we head to Paris for another couple of crazy days. Hopefully the French Cuisine will more than make up for the 4 am taxi ride to the airport.

From Edinburgh