A Trip to Glasgow - How to Get There?

 

With Glasgow being such a popular destination for visitors all over the world, it has excellent transport links to accommodate a variety of differing needs. Indeed, there are many different ways of travelling to and from Glasgow including by ferry and by plane, from a number of international locations. 

Getting Into Glasgow By Air 

It couldn’t be easier flying to Glasgow as the city is served by not one, but three airports within 40 miles of the city centre. 

Glasgow Airport (GLA) 

Glasgow Airport is located 8 miles (13km) west of the city, welcoming most of the major international airlines from all over the world. There are plenty of ways to travel to and from the airport, with airport buses and taxis readily available. Airport buses go straight to the city centre and are available 24 hours a day, running every 25 minutes. 

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) 

Glasgow Prestwick airport is located 32 miles (51km) from Glasgow city centre, towards the southwest. It is the main airport for Ryanair, as well as serving many other European countries. Prestwick train station provides a direct link to Glasgow city centre, with the journey taking approximately 50 minutes. There is also an express bus service.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 

The airport in Edinburgh serves as a useful link to Glasgow as it is only 39 miles (63k) away from the city. Again, this serves most international airlines and there are plenty of buses, trains and taxis that provide the link between two of Scotland’s major destinations. Scottish Citylink has a bus service direct from Edinburgh aiport to Glasgow’s Buchanan Bus Station twice an hour. If you prefer to travel by train, there is a direct service to Glasgow’s Queen Street Station every six minutes, during weekdays.

Getting Into Glasgow By Rail 

It’s easy to get to Glasgow using the UK’s far-reaching rail system. All major cities provide a route, with up to 20 trains a day from London. It takes just over 4 hours to make the journey – plenty of time for you to put the final details of your planned stay in place. There are also regular trains from Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool and York. An option of a sleeper train is also available, should you wish to use it.

Getting Into Glasgow By Land 

Glasgow is served by many of the UK’s major road networks, with a direct link to Edinburgh via the M8. If you’re travelling to Glasgow from London, you will need to use the M1 and the M74. Travel time between these two destinations is quite extensive (approximately 7 hours) and is best tackled in short bursts. 

Getting Into Glasgow By Sea 

Being an island, the UK has many different ports around the country and therefore access to Glasgow is​ no different. 

The route from Ireland to Scotland is a popular one and provides quick and easy access to these two beautiful countries. With the journey taking no more than two hours on the fastest, most direct route, there is no reason why you can’t make a visit. The quickest route is from Belfast to Troon/Cairnryan. Troon is approximately 35 miles (56km) away from Glasgow, whereas Cairnryan is approximately 80 miles (129 km) away. All have good rail and road links to Glasgow city centre.​

It is possible to travel from destinations in Europe to Glasgow, via ferry. There are no direct links to a Scottish port, but there are options should you wish to pursue this journey. Rotterdam/Zeebrugge – Hull, England (Hull is 265 miles/427km from Glasgow – approximately a 4-hour drive) Amsterdam - Newcastle, England (Newcastle is 150 miles/241km from Glasgow – approximately a 2.5-hour drive).

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A Quick Overview to Glasgow

 

When you think of Glasgow, what comes to mind? Is it lazy evenings drinking whisky by an open fire, men wearing tartan kilts playing the bagpipes or the weather? 

Well don’t be too quick to believe the stereotypes! Yes you might see the odd bagpipe and drink the odd dram of whisky, but this dynamic and vibrant city is also full of culture and history to tempt visitors of all ages. Not only will you experience many different Scottish sights and traditions, but it will also open your eyes to those that are distinctly Glaswegian too. 

So, before reaching for your umbrella and your walking boots, let’s get to know a bit more about the third largest city in the United Kingdom. 

The Place 

A place with a rich history, Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland, with more than half a million people living within its centre. Built on the banks of the River Clyde, it dates back to Roman times, with remains of the Antonine Wall still seen within the city today. 

Throughout the centuries, Glasgow’s popularity has grown. The Industrial Revolution brought new opportunities to the city, in the form of shipbuilding and marine engineering, thus putting Glasgow on the map. Despite decline after World War One, the city renewed itself following World War Two, achieving European City of Culture status in 1990. Through extensive regeneration, the city is now considered to be one of the most popular tourist cities in the world. It’s home to many cultural institutions including the Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet and National Theatre of Scotland, as well as acclaimed museums and a flourishing music scene. 

The weather in Glasgow can be typically Scottish. The winters are cool and overcast, the temperature sometimes falling below freezing with some snowfall. The summer months are warmer, yet it often remains cloudy and rather humid. It’s advisable to pack a raincoat or umbrella, whichever time of year you choose to visit.

The People 

Residents of Glasgow are called Glaswegians. Despite Gaelic being one of the original Scottish languages, it is now only spoken by approximately one percent of the population, with English being the most widely used language in the city. However, it is worth remembering that Glaswegians have a strong dialect, widely called the ‘The Glasgow Patter’. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself asking for things to be repeated more than once, as the dialect is particularly strong for those who do not live there. But fear not, the individuals of this energetic city are welcoming and accommodating to all. 

Not only are they welcoming, the people of Glasgow are warm and friendly; indeed it was voted the world’s friendliest city in 2016 by the publication, Rough Guides. Glaswegians love to chat and aren’t known for being shy and retiring. When you’re out and about in the city, don’t be offended if you’re addressed as ‘pal’ — whether you’re male or female — and showered with direct questions. Embrace the openness and genuine interest of the Glaswegians, as they’re a sociable bunch.

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A HOLIDAY IN NICARAGUA

For quite a long time, Nicaragua was viewed as basically out of the way with occasion producers daring to the Caribbean or to Costa Rica adjacent.

In any case, nowadays stories of contra rebels from Bianca Jagger's country are being supplanted by stories of evident characteristic excellence of its lakes, volcanoes (out of the 26, six are as yet dynamic), wilderness territory, shorelines and, they say, the best fish on the planet.

You can even now observe dark and red paintings now and again whose part was to squeeze out help for the left wing Sandinistas (a Nicaraguan gathering that toppled President Anastasio Somoza Debayle in 1979), bull trucks that occasionally back off the movement, cycle taxis, and creaky yet brilliant chicken transports transporting school youngsters, agriculturists or chicken-bearing local people the urban communities and towns, frequently dangerously fast.

Here the water is drinkable, individuals are well disposed, and your charge card is welcome.

Managua – a venturing stone

The capital, Managua, home to the global air terminal, goes about as the door to the jewels that Nicaragua offers. The city looks somewhat wayward, yet any individual who has seen it from the air can't resist the urge to be awed by the vision of the electronic trees that light up the city around evening time.

The city has a bright market offering all way of knickknacks. "Que están buscando?" they yell, presenting totes and adornments to passing ladies. It's the best place to purchase a loft, so abandon some space in your bag.

Night life is not precisely vivacious, but rather meat eaters should search out Don Candido eatery – a gourmet highlight. The meat they purchase in is delivered locally, absolutely natural and without a hormone in locate. There are 42 cuts however the best steak on the menu is the tenderloin which actually softens in the mouth.

Selva Negra

It's a two-hour drive north east from Managua to the 1,400-section of land Selva Negra espresso estate in the good countries. It is really high up – around 4,000 feet above ocean level, and has been claimed by Eddy Kuhl and his family since the 1880s. The name implies Black Forest which looks back to the family's German inceptions.

They offer an intriguing visit from bean to espresso and you can remain a couple of evenings in a lodge by the lake where geese assemble to meet you. Or, then again stay economically in their childhood inn at the base of a forested mountain.

There are strolling trails around tidal ponds and a lot of untamed life, for example, Howler monkeys and winged animals sneaking in the trees. Ranch creatures, for example, pigs and chickens are kept and they even have a worm haven where worms are reproduced to sustain the land.

Leon – the scholarly capital

Leon is an enthusiastic, really, frontier city whose populace contains an extensive number of understudies, writers and specialists. There's a lot of pilgrim period religious communities and temples, an enormous Cathedral shining in ornate and neoclassical engineering, a few craftsmanship displays and even a bar or two. A bustling business sector adds neighborhood shading to the engaging city streetscape.

This is in truth the second form of the city. The remains of the primary, known as León Viejo can in any case be seen close to the base of Momotombo Volcano and is one of the most established Spanish frontier settlements in the Americas. It's ruin was because of emissions and seismic tremors thus the city was moved in the seventeenth century to a more secure place.

Nicaragua's most celebrated and adored artist Rubén Dario, lived in Leon for somewhere in the range of 14 years. His home is presently an exhibition hall and some of his things are scattered around the house including a manually written duplicate of his first historically speaking sonnet which was composed here.

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Travel Guide: City of León

This is a great place for those who want to be alone, to meditate, to think about life and to know more of you, because it is very quiet and less tourist are coming. If you are thinking that the place is not good, you are wrong, because León is a very wonderful place. The León is located in the Northwest of Nicaragua. This place is more than just a city, because of its history, delicious food, outdoor activities, volcanoes, and nearby beaches. This is a great place that most of the travelers are missing. The city is named after León, Spain. After Nicaragua was granted independence in the 1800s from Spain, the elites of León and Granada struggled over which city would become the capital (eventually Managua was picked). León is also famous as the university town and home of many colonial churches. Here are the top things and places that you should do and visit in León:

·         See the churches. León is home of many colonial churches, each of these churches has a unique identity. It is a perfect place to celebrate your Lenten Season. Even if you are not religious or fan or architectures, you will surely appreciate its beauty and history. These are the most beautiful and historic one Catedral de León, Iglesia El Calvario, Iglesia La Recolección, and Iglesia de San Juan Bautista de Subtiava.

·         Enjoy the Beach. There are a lot of beach around León. A short bus ride from the city, you’ll find beautiful beaches, warm water, and people in the surf. The surf isn’t as enjoyable as in the southern part of the country, but if you’re looking to relax and cool off in the dry heat of the region, these beaches check all the right boxes. Playa Poneloya is the most popular beach.

·         Visit the Museum of Revolution. The León isn’t a place for enjoyment; it is also a good place for learning. León has a very wonderful and interesting history. This museum in the old mayor’s residence is dedicated to the Sandinistas and their fight against “the man”. The museum is only a two room; you can get a personal guide to explain more of its history. This is one of the best activities in the place, because of great personal guide that provides wonderful information about the place.

·         Try the volcano boarding down Cerro Negro. This is one of most exciting activity in León, as you see people who are wearing shirts with prints saying “I went volcano boarding”, they are the one who experience this activity. It is a great experience to slide down of the active volcano in just a piece of wood. If you are brave enough to slide down, then it’s for you, but if not you can do hiking in this active volcano. Trips leave multiple times per day and last a few hours. Bigfoot Tours and Quetzaltrekkers are the two biggest operators.

·         Wander the markets. One of the biggest markets in León is found near the cathedral. The market is full of people, but it is very fun. You can find everything there: grocers, street food vendors, toys, kitschy souvenirs, and everything in between. Moreover, you’ll find delicious soups, BBQ meat sticks, and other local fare. It is a great place to be full with awesome and delicious food and to know and experience more the culture of this city.

·         Take in the art. León is for every type of traveler. For those who are fan of art and galleries, it is also for them. There are a lot of art galleries in the city, Museo de Arte Fundación Ortiz-Gurdián ($2 USD) being the biggest. Housed in two buildings, it features a collection of old religious art as well as modern Nicaraguan artists. It takes a few hours to explore, and both buildings have lovely courtyard gardens to relax in. There are more beautiful sceneries and wonderful art galleries in the city that also features its life and culture of the people.

·         Hike some volcanoes. For those travelers who love hiking and extreme activities, León is for you also. One of the main reasons why travelers León are to hike in nearby volcanoes. The León is near the volcanic range, where a hiker can choose what type of hiking him or she wants. Take note that some of these volcanoes are active. The most popular hikes are: Cerro Negro (volcano boarding), Telica (where you go for sunset hikes — see above photo!), San Cristóbal (the longest and hardest).

·         Visit “old” León. The León Viejo or the León now, is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nicaragua. If you want to experience and feel the Old León, then you must visit this place. It is one of the oldest Spanish colonial settlements in the Americas. While this isn’t some lavish ruin site, it’s really the only place to see and learn about the country’s founding colonial past.

Enjoy the food scene. Another reason why León is a perfect destination is its food scene. While you are never in short supply of local Gallo pinto, I branched out to eat a lot of Western food (there is only so much rice and beans one can eat). León has many great foods to offer that you will love and eat again and again. The best foods of León are usually found in the outdoor markets. There are a lot of food stalls, serves local foods. Take note this meals aren’t expensive and they are worth it. León is really great place for any type of traveller. It is a great place to be alone, because there are only few travelers are coming here. Everything is great in this place from the water to the land and volcanoes, to the food and markets, to the people and its history, there is no bad thing that you can say about this place. Make sure to include this place on your bucket list, and remember to help its people to maintain its beauty and cleanliness.

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Travel Advices from Traveling Couples

 

Having a solo time with your partner is a very important matter in a relationship. You can have date; go on out of town of out of country trip. Why? There is a lot of reason why traveling or having a solo time is important. Below are the best travel advices for couples who are traveling:

·         Keeping the relationship spark alive on the road. This is a great way to keep spark in your relationship. Traveling with your partner makes is a great time for you and your partner reminisce all the good things you have. Sometimes it happen that we almost forgot to spend time with each other. Traveling is the best way to keep the spark alive. There are a lot of things that you can do and enjoy while traveling with your partner. For example, you can enjoy the different tourists’ spots, have a date of most wonderful restaurants that serves world class dishes, try extreme activities, party all night in the bar, and drink coffee or wine. Those are the few things that you can do that will help you maintain the sparks in your relationship.

·         Dividing up travel responsibilities. There are many tasks to perform when you travel. Questions constantly need to be answered: Where are you going to stay? What visas do you need? What currency is accepted? Splitting up these tasks early on can make traveling with your partner far easier and much less stressful than a disorganized approach, giving you time to focus on what’s important. Each one of you should have the role and before traveling or going anywhere, make sure that all are ready so that there would be no more hassles on the road. You should have equal responsibility, in that way both parties have done their job to make your trip perfect and memorable.

·         Coping with fights on the road. There are a lot of reasons why couples usually having fight while on the road, because there is misunderstanding. What are those misunderstanding? Sometimes your partner doesn’t want to do that, or one of you doesn’t want to eat in that place, or many hassles are on your way. One of the answers to solve this problem is to have a plan that you both agreed. If you have differences, in making your decision where to go or what to do make sure that you consider both parties. The best way to have a good relationship is for each other to get into your partner wants and likes. While there is no secret to a successful relationship, these couples share the wisdom and insight they earned from months or years of traveling together.

·         The Importance of personal time. Life on the road is different from life back home. Regular routines or structure are things of the past. You have to work, communicate, and solve problems together while navigating new surroundings frequently. While Ant and I do most things together, we have days when we need our own space. Sometimes we just need to do our own thing, whether sitting on the beach with our iPod or off doing a hike alone. Taking time away from your partner and doing what you want for you give you time to relax and recharge, which only helps your relationship. You’ve done your own thing, so now you can be ready to listen, compromise, and be a loving partner with even more confidence.

·         The joy of traveling as a couple. Traveling as a couple gives a satisfaction and happiness to both parties. Traveling as a couple is unlike anything else. You’re not alone, nor are you just traveling with some friends. It’s more than that. You’re traveling as a unit, and as such you get to share all your experiences (the ups and the downs) with someone else. It can be a challenge, but ultimately it is a source of constant joy. Traveling with your partner is also a way for you to have time and enjoy every single moment with your partner. Travelling should be a way for you to maintain your honeymoon stage doesn’t lose.

There are a lot of reasons why you should travel with your partner. As you travel you and your partner will learn new good things and you can also have a good time to know more of your partner. You should always make time to have bond with your partner. In that way you can maintain the spark in your relationship.

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Travel Advice: Seattle

Whenever people and travelers heard Seattle, there are three things come to our mind: Starbucks, music and hippies. Most of the locals and travelers really love drinking coffee, while listening to music. This popular city is the city of nightlife, a liberal and alternative city, but this is also a city of fun and exciting things. Whenever we heard the city of Seattle, one of the best adjective to describe it is cool. The life here and the daily routines is superb. There are a lot of things to do and enjoy, especially their food. Here are the travel guides whenever you decided to visit the beautiful city of Seattle:

·         Pike Place Market. This is one of the major things to do in Seattle. There are a lot stuffs that you can buy and enjoy in the market. The stores open early, and you’ll find people selling all sorts of fish, produce, food, jams, flowers, and gifts. This is one the busiest place in Seattle, and many people are visiting this place, so expect a large crowd. If you want to buy some food, make sure that you are ready to pay more, buy it is very worth it. Don’t forget to see the famous fish throwers. It’s fun to watch!

·         Woodland Park Zoo. This zoo is very huge place for you, your family and most especially for the kids. The zoo is 65 acres, has more than 1,000 animals from 290 species. Half day or the whole day is good enough to enjoy and meet every single animal in the zoo. This zoo does a nice job of treating the animals better and providing detailed educational information to visitors. Whenever you are with your children, make sure you bring them here and if not its fine for you to be alone, because animals are for everyone.

·         Mount Rainier National Park. There are hundreds of miles of hiking at this national park, located about 90 miles from the city. This national park offers great view and happiness whoever tried to hike in this place. The best time to visit here is the summer, but fall is something not to be missed. Every national park is a must visit, and whether you like hiking or not, you shouldn’t miss this opportunity.

·         Space Needle. Probably the city’s best-known landmark, the Space Needle offers breathtaking views of the city and surrounding mountains from the top. The elevators travel at 800 feet per minute, which is as fast as a raindrop falls to earth. There’s also a rotating restaurant at the top, offering the same beautiful and panoramic view. For those who love updating their feeds, this is an Instagram worthy place.

·         Seattle Art Museum Downtown. Art is also very famous in Seattle. There are a lot of art exhibits around the city that offers great modern arts. Some of art exhibits there is the great art of Picasso, Rembrandt and many more. The best time to visit this museum is at night, because it offers free drinks and live music that you will love and enjoy. It is the best place to spend your night.

·         Ballard Locks. Many tourist and people are coming here to witness the beautiful parade of boats. The lock has a link for boats in Puget Sound and Ship Canal. It is very exciting to try and view its wonderful parade. The fish ladder is a must try activity, which allows salmon to pass between the fresh and saltwater. There are glass panels below the water line to watch the fish as they swim upstream. It’s pretty cool.

·         Pioneer Square. This is the heart of Seattle; this is where you will find the history of the place. It is located near the Underground Tour, Pioneer Square. This place reminds the great and old Seattle, from the structure and to its design it is very amazing. The area has a certain old-time charm to it. And supposedly, the best coffee in town is at the nearby Zeitgeist coffee shop.

·         Boeing Museum of Flight. This is another great museum in Seattle, this is the best place for the travelers especially to those who want to fly airplane in the future. This is the great place to see the evolution of plane up to now. It is also the best place to see the original Boeing Factory. You can see an original Air Force One too. Keep in mind, this place is located south of the main part of the city.

·         Fremont Troll. Located under the north side of Aurora Bridge, this troll eating an original Volkswagen Beetle troll was commissioned as an art project by Fremont. Visitors are encouraged to climb on the troll and have fun.

Seattle is very great place to visit, its history, food, buildings, museums are amazing. Everything about this place is great and surely memorable. Seattle should be on the top of your list, it is very worth it.

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Top signs you are a backpacker

 

Being backpacker isn’t about packing a lot of stuffs and brings to some other place. Backpacker refers to those persons who unfortunately don’t have permanent address, because they love to travel in different places. It isn’t a bad thing, because some people used this to stay away from stress and be refreshing in life. Being backpacker is a privilege, because you all have the time, money and opportunity to enjoy and experience new things. Are you wondering if you are a backpacker or not? Here are the things that will answer your questions:

·         You don’t know what to write down when asked for your permanent address. This is because you are traveling to different places from time to time and you don’t permanently stay in a particular place.

·         You don’t know what to write down for occupation on the customs forms. Backpacking and Traveling is your occupation and profession. Your mission is to enjoy the world.

·         Pasta has been your main meal for months. Sometimes you mix it up by putting chicken in it. This is the basic of all countries around the world.

·         You wear the same shirt for a week. Because you are a backpacker, you don’t really have leisure of time to bring a lot of clothes and at the same time your budget is for traveling purposes.

·         You wear the same jeans for two weeks. Backpackers don’t really need to have different jean every time, what matters is what they enjoy.

·         You do your laundry in sinks. To save up some money, there are a lot of sinks around the world and use it as your washing machine.

·         Everything you own fits into one pack. Being a backpacker doesn’t really need to bring a lot of stuffs, because they usually walks in different places.

·         You make new friends everywhere — bus stops, ferries, train stations, airports.

·         You think nothing of sharing a room with the stranger you just met at one of those places.

·         Hot water is a luxury.

·         So is air conditioning.

·         You will sleep anywhere, as long as it is cheap. Being a backpacker requires you not be too choosy in your sleeping area. Backpackers sleep wherever they decided to stop traveling.

·         You have a warped sense of cost. Three dollars for a room? Great deal! Three dollars for a meal? Outrageous. Being wise while traveling will prolong your trip.

·         When you go back home, you find it weird that you can’t haggle over prices.

·         You can’t sleep without earplugs anymore, even if no one is snoring.

·         You haven’t slept in a room by yourself since you left home.

·         When asked what day it is, you can’t remember. Because you are focus on the sceneries and activities.

·         You ask people where they’re from before you ask them what their name is, and you remember them according to where they came from. This is the usual conversation of many backpackers, because they are looking for companions.

·         No matter where you go, the beer is never cheap enough.

·         You can say “cheers” in more languages than you’d like to admit.

·         You have learned to say beer in 10 languages. Beer is one of your most favorite drinks.

·         Your budget revolves around how much alcohol you can buy in one night.

·         You have permanent flip-flop tan lines on your feet. Travelers walk a lot with their flip-flop, because this is the most comfortable way to travel.

·         You find it odd to be surrounded by people who have the same accent as you.

·         You fill your pockets with many bread rolls and jam packets from the free breakfast as you can so you can eat lunch today.

·         You are pleasantly surprised when you find toilet paper in the bathroom.

·         You believe that a good shower constitutes running water.

·         You haven’t showered without flip-flops in months.

·         You plan your travel around getting free accommodation on a train, plane, or bus.

·         You spend your nights in airports to save money.

·         You know the nationality of everyone just by looking at their bags.

·         You see a television as a luxury and a waste of time.

·         You still think the three shirts you have been wearing for the past 6 months are fashionable.

·         You have fisherman’s pants.

·         You know what the words “visa run” entails, and how painful one can be.

·         You plan all your future trips around free accommodation from all the promises people made to you at hostels.

If you some of these traits, then I must say you are a backpacker. These traits and attitudes represent all the traits and attitude you will learn and have during you travel. Backpacker is a very exciting activity to do, because in every place that you decided to visit has something to learn and something great that can offer to you.

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