EDINBURGH Our capital city and a definitely a must for a day trip or two. Take a walk along the Royal Mile, the original main street of Edinburgh, which links the Castle, perched high on its volcanic rock, and The Palace of Holyroodhouse, check out the Museum of Childhood and St Giles Cathedral. Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano, is an easy climb with magnificent views over Edinburgh, Fife and the open sea. Princes Street and the New Town is located immediately to the north of the Castle. Fine Georgian terraces and gardens create a sense of space and luxury. Visit Princes Street Gardens and have a picnic. Take in some museums, the National Gallery and The Georgian House for example.A leisurely walk in the splendour of the Botanic Gardens and a visit the hothouses. Go on a fantastic voyage of discovery at Dynamic Earth from the beginning of time to the unknown future of our planet.

EDINBURGH ZOO Opened in 1913 on a leafy hillside parkland just 10 minutes from the centre of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Zoo has over 1000 wonderful animals and lots of events planned throughout the year. Don't miss the world's biggest penguin pool ,watch the penguin walk and have fun in the maze.

PENTLAND HILLS Their mountain shapes, their sudden profile at the end of many an Edinburgh street, the tangible imprint in history, their neighbourly wilderness - all these endear the Pentland Hills to countless thousands. They offer a huge range of walking from gentle strolling to more strenuous routes.

GLASGOW Travel West to Glasgow's towering spires, elegant crescents, magnificent civic architecture and restful open spaces. Experience the distinctive neo- classical style of Alexander "Greek" Thomson and the unique art nouveau creations of Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Visit Pollock House and the Burrell Collection set in the 361acre Pollock Country Park. If a bit of shopping takes you fancy Princes Square is set in a renovated Square dating from 1841. The city's most unique shopping experience combines the best in contemporary and classic fashion, gifts, accessories, crafts and affordable luxuries. Cafes/restaurants, exhibitions and entertainment.

STIRLING The Royal Burgh of Stirling - Scotland's Heritage Capital - is rich in historic reminders of its momentous past. Among these are its grandiose cliff top castle, the National Trust for Scotland's Bannockburn Heritage Centre and towering over all - the mighty National Wallace Monument, a Tribute to Scotland's first freedom fighter whose struggle to free Scotland from England's occupation was portrayed in the five Oscar winning movie BRAVEHEART.