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Inside Background
Architecture 
  Aberdeen is known as the "Granite City" as many of the main buidlings (and...
Last edited: 02 May 2006
History 
The Granite City as Scotland’s third largest city is often called, actually...
Last edited: 26 July 2006
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: 17 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Visit Scotland is the main electronic gateway to tourist info in Scotland...
Last edited: 06 January 2007
Weather & When to Go 
If Aberdeen could rely on having great weather, it would be a world famous...
Last edited: 16 March 2007
Business Travel 
Book your accommodation well in advance if you plan to visit Aberdeen as it is...
Last edited: 11 March 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Aberdeen is served by Dyce Airport (Airport code is ABZ), to the west of the...
Last edited: 28 April 2006
Public Transportation 
The local bus service in Aberdeen is run by First , a large bus operator in the...
Last edited: 27 June 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Many choices for day trips. Visit the tourist office and collect some brochures...
Last edited: 11 March 2008
Events & Festivals 
Vibrant Aberdeen has its fair share of festivals, from music to literary to...
Last edited: 06 January 2007
Museums & Attractions 
This is a few links to attractions etc around Aberdeen: The Aberdeen Maritime...
Last edited: 21 April 2007
Nightlife 
Aberdeen has many bars, pubs and clubs for all tastes based in the city centre...
Last edited: 26 April 2008
The Performing Arts 
Aberdeen has three theatres in the city centre. His Majesty's Theatre (known as...
Last edited: 07 August 2006
Shopping 
There are two central Aberdeen shopping centres - Bon Accord Shopping...
Last edited: 09 October 2008
Sports & Activities 
The Football(soccer) team in Aberdeen is Aberdeen FC known as the Dons.  Their...
Last edited: 11 March 2008
Local Information 
Aberdeen is the third largest city in Scotland and is often referred to as the...
Last edited: 02 October 2008
Parks & Gardens 
This is a few places to visit: Cairngorms National Park
Last edited: 07 January 2007
Bullers of Buchan 
The Bullers is well worth a visit if you're in the area, particularly if you...
Last edited: 07 July 2007
Doonies Farm 
Doonies farm is a fab place for all ages. It has many rare breed animals...
Last edited: 04 March 2009
Old Castle of Slains 
Slains Castle is a lovely ruin, and a perfect example of how nature can destroy...
Last edited: 09 August 2009
Old Deeside Railway Line 
A 'hidden gem' in Aberdeen(shire) for spending some good time with a young...
Last edited: 20 July 2009
Union Terrace Gardens 
Union Terrace Gardens are a beautiful oasis of calm in the centre of Aberdeen...
Last edited: 22 September 2007
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
 Aberdeen has a wide variety of restaurants, more than most cities its size...
Last edited: 15 August 2008
Cheap Eats 
A great place for a reasonably priced coffee, snack/ or lunch is the Cellar...
Last edited: 22 September 2008
The Milton 
The Milton is located in Milton of Crathes, a group of former watermills and...
Last edited: 10 May 2009
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Inside United Kingdom: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency The currency of the United Kingdom is the Pound Sterling (£).  In...
Last edited: 20 May 2009
Crossing the Border 
Land Border: The United Kingdom has just one land border, located in the...
Last edited: 15 December 2008
Emergencies 
The Emergency Numbers in the UK are 999 or 112. The operator will ask which...
Last edited: 09 April 2009
Important Phrases 
The first thing that visitors from outside of the United Kingdom...
Last edited: 03 April 2009
Telephones 
General phone numbers have 01, 02 or 03 prefixes, for example 020 8594 0000 or...
Last edited: 09 November 2009
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping Tipping is not expected in the UK, in the way it is in the United...
Last edited: 12 November 2009
Air Travel - Hand Luggage Restrictions 
From 6th November 2006 until further notice, strict rules regarding liquids...
Last edited: 20 June 2008
Car Rental UK 
In all cases, for hiring a car you will need a valid credit card, preferably...
Last edited: 26 November 2009
Driving tips for visitors 
1. Speed Limits Most speed limits are indicated by a figure in black on a...
Last edited: 20 May 2009
Eating out 
If you Google for "eating out in Britain" you'll find lots of tourism promotion...
Last edited: 28 December 2006
Learner Drivers - Minimum Ages And Rules 
Before you learn to drive or ride a new vehicle make sure you know about the...
Last edited: 21 November 2007
Motorway Service Areas 
Motorway Service Areas are leased out to various operators, mostly companies...
Last edited: 25 October 2007
Postal Services 
The UK postal service is known as Royal Mail. Royal Mail Group Ltd is the...
Last edited: 03 December 2009
The Magic Roundabout 
So, you've planned to visit the UK, do a bit of driving while you're here and...
Last edited: 14 December 2007
Tips on Gestures and Language 
For the Dutch: Tapping the side of the forehead in the UK means you are stupid...
Last edited: 13 September 2009
Train Travel 
The United Kingdom's railway network is the oldest in the world, having existed...
Last edited: 19 November 2009
Traveling with Children 
Winnie the Pooh, Alice in Wonderland, Thomas the Tank Engine, The Hobbit...
Last edited: 10 May 2008
Under Your Own Steam: Without A Car 
Some people find that travelling without a car in the UK is simple.  All you...
Last edited: 25 October 2007
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