Frequently Asked Questions
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Below are answers to questions most often asked about my Scottish vacations. If
you don't see what you are looking for on this page, you can use the site search feature or just ask me!
I'd be happy to help.
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- Frequent Questions
Will you meet us
at the airport?
What meals are included?
Can you accommodate special dietary needs?- If meals are
included, can I avoid foods I dislike?
Do your tours include airfare?
What kind of ground transportation do you use?
Your Itinerary shows only three hotels. What are the others?
Must I book through you, or can I use my Travel Agent?
What age-groups take your tours?
Can I travel with you as a single person?
Do I need to bring formal evening wear?
Will the Heather be in bloom on your tour?
How many guests do you take on one tour?
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- Will you meet us
at the airport?
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- Yes, my tours depart from Glasgow airport and I
will greet you on your arrival, unless you are arriving early for some time on your own,
or are joining the group later. Depending on the tour, you may even be piped aboard
the coach!
A lovely way to start!
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- What meals are
included?
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- Generally full breakfasts and dinners are
included. I find that most guests like to have some freedom to wander for lunch, so I plan
our lunch stops accordingly, and generally leave lunches "open". Dinners are a special part of my tours and are normally fully
included. Wine with dinner is also normally included. There are also usually 2 or 3
occasions during a tour when complimentary cocktails are served. Any whisky tasting on the itinerary are also included.
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- Can you accommodate special dietary needs?
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- Normally, yes, however it's best to ask about your
specific case. Strict Kosher for instance, can be a bit tricky in the Highlands. Generally
though, I have been able to accommodate (the Scots are very accommodating people).
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- If the meals
are included, can I avoid foods I dislike?
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- I try to take very special care of my guests and
try to make a point of discovering any strong dislikes when you are booking. I'm taking
you "hame" to Scotland, and want you to enjoy it!
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- Do your tours include airfare?
- No, they don't. Many of my guests fly on
"points", while others choose to book their own air flights on the internet,
directly with a favourite airline or through a trusted travel agent. I can certainly help
you decide which option is best, if you wish.
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- What kind of ground transportation do you use?
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- I use modern, clean, well maintained,
professionally driven coaches. Coaches are usually over sized for the group as the extra
room can be more comfortable.
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- Your Itinerary shows only four hotels. What are the others?
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- There are no others. Rather than change hotels for
each day's adventures, accommodations are chosen not only
for their luxury or charm, but also for their locations. That allows us to come
"hame" each evening. Less packing and unpacking means less stress (you are on
vacation for heavens sake) and more exploring!
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- Must I book
through you, or can I use a Travel Agent?
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- I am always happy to work with reputable Travel
Agents to help arrange your vacation. Your agent will still receive their commission on
airfare and any travel insurance (a good idea). If you do not have a preferred agent to
assist with flight arrrangements and insurance, I have standing relationships with several
and would be happy to refer you. Please visit the Reservations
Page for more booking information.
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- What age-groups
take your tours?
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- I have had guests ranging in age from
twenty-something to eighty-something. Romance and adventure
have no age limits! However, my trips are generally not suitable for
children.
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- Can I travel with you as a single person?
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- Yes you can, however there will be a single
supplement charge as the hotels in Scotland (and most of Europe) price rooms based upon
double occupancy. Please refer to the Upcoming Tours
page, for pricing and "single supplement" costs.
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- Do I need to bring formal evening wear?
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- No, you don't. Ladies may wish to bring smart
evening casual wear and the gentlemen a sport coat or blazer for special dinners. A tie is
optional but preferred on one or two evenings.
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- Will the Heather
be in bloom on your tour?
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- I would like to say that the heather only blooms
for my tours, but of course I can't. Or did I just? Anyway, if you are taking a fall tour
with me yes, you'll see it in glorious bloom, but sadly not if you are going in the
summer. Guests on summer tours do have summer weather though, and the fall is cooler.
Choices, choices!
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How many guests do you take on one tour?-
- To maintain a high level of service and personal
attention I never take more than 20 guests, and usually only twelve to fourteen. This
allows me to be as flexible as possible for individual guests, while not inconveniencing
others.
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Question not answered? If you contact me, I
would be pleased to help!
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