Travel to Scotland for memorable holidays- a spectacular and amazing country. A visit to the country is a treat with the beautiful lofty, snow-capped mountains, historical castles, varied cultures and a diverse history as immense as the country itself. Travel Scotland and get all the basic information, tips, and hints here at our site for that smooth ride all the way. Right from climate, travel information, hotels, food we try to get you as much as possible, that you have the best of experiences during Scotland travel. This section of our Scotland travel guide lets in to the essential travel information.
- Climate in Scotland is oceanic and varied, due to its location on the edge of the European continent, surrounded by sea on the three sides.
- Visitors to Scotland (and the rest of the UK) must hold a valid passport before starting their journey. Please note that children may require their own passports.
- When traveling within the European Union, you do not have to pay any tax or duty in the UK on goods you have bought tax paid in other EU countries which are for your own use, and which have been transported to the UK by you.
- When travelling from Outside the European Union, one is entitled to an allowance of goods only if one is traveling with the goods and do not plan to sell them. One should make sure that of bring anything into, or take anything out of, Scotland. If unsure, check the HM Customs list of prohibited and restricted goods.
- Banks in Scotland usually open Monday to Friday from 9am to 4/5pm. To withdraw cash ATMs are available and credit and debit cards can be used. Services for foreign exchange currency are offered by most of the banks.
- No fixed rules exist for tipping in Scotland. If you feel you had a great service then you can tip 10 to 15%of the billed amount. For longer journeys the taxi drivers expect tips, and tipping would be expected at the high class hotels by the porters, bell boys and table waiters.
- Christianity is the widely practiced religion though many different religions and beliefs exist here.
- As in UK, driving is always on the left hand in Scotland. Holders of the overseas driving license can drive here and those bringing in their own vehicles need a green card insurance.
- In case of dire emergencies, to call out the police, fire service, and ambulance and/or, in certain areas, mountain rescue or the coastguard, dial 999.
- Scotland prohibits smoking in the majority of indoor public places, including pubs, restaurants and cafes, most public buildings in Scotland, within airports and on most forms of public transport.
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