FREE INTERNET ACCESS in the local libraries (usually limited to one hour per person per day). This is an initiative sponsored by the Lotteries Commission. Community Service Obligation put to excellent use!

BUSINESS LUNCH and PRE-THEATRE MENUS at very discounted rates available from 12noon to 2pm and 5pm to 7pm on week days respectively. often 3 courses and delicious food!

SOUPS any time of year....very cheap and nourishing. warming also on a cold summers day!

DISCOVERY TICKETS for £1.90 all day travel on subway in Glasgow. Tickets must be purchased after 0930.

SCOTTISH YOUTH HOSTEL ASSOCIATION produce excellent guide of accommodation options. The Inverness Hostel is apparently lovely. I can recommend the UIG hostel and Armadale hostels on the Isle of Skye!

The BLUE HOSTEL Guide is a listing of independently run hostels. www.hostel-scotland.co.uk. When the Scottish Youth Hostels were booked out, this guide was a great back up.

BOOK BEDS AHEAD! in summer months, it is very wise to book your accommodation at least a few days ahead...saves stress on arrival during your holiday!

www.visitscotland.com excellent website. Also bureaux in main cities in Scotland also really helpful. great information and inspiring photography!